Jammu & Kashmir is the jeweled crown of India with extravagant beauty of Himalayas. RajTaringini, the chronology of the Kashmir Kings written by Kalhana eulogises the beauty of Kashmir as "Kasmira Parvati Paroksh; Tat Swami ch Maheswara". Meaning Kashmir is as beautiful as Goddess Parvati manifest and its owner is Lord Shiva Himself.
The Mughal Emperor exclaimed "Gar Bar-ru-e-Zamin Ast; Hamin Ast, Hamin Ast Hamin Asto. Meaning if there is paradise on this earth: This is it, this is it, this is it. Jammu and Kashmir presents the distinction of multifaceted, variegated and unique cultural blend.
Jammu is the winter capital of the state and next in importance after Srinagar.
Most of the tourists who come to the Jammu region have the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine as their destination, which is quite close by. However, the spirit of holiness permeates through the entire city, so much so that Jammu is also known as the ‘City of Temples’.
The other major tourist attraction is the Raghunath Temple Complex, which is the largest temple in North India devoted to Lord Rama.
Jammu region is abode of gods and goddesses for which it bears the name, 'city of temples'.
The region has broadened the spheres of pilgrimage tourism for entire State.
The Valley of Kashmir has been a favorite destination of the travelers from early times. This destination has itself been a discovery of those who traversed her every corner in search of unexplored and virgin places. Each discovery has been spellbinding for every one, making it a; Paradise on earth'.
Day 01: Arrive Srinagar
Arrive Srinagar, meeting/greeting upon arrival & instant transfer with assistance to Dlx. Houseboat.Free to relax to enjoy the scenic views of mountain ranges around Dal-lake. Dinner & overnight in Dlx.House Boat.
Day 02 :Srinagar-Gulmarg-Srinagar (122 kms.)
Leave after breakfast for full day excursion (with pack meal) to Gulmarg, lies in the west of Srinagar at a distance of 56 kms. On an altitude of 2730 mts,above sea level, snow caped mountains are all around one can even have a view of Nanga Parbat on a clear sunny day. It is premier winter sports Ski resortsfor Skiers with one of the worlds highest 18 hole golf courses. For joy seekers , cable car presently upto Khinlanmarg & is Asia’s long run cable ride appox.5 kms. Evening return back to Dlx. Houseboat/Hotel for dinner & overnight stay.
Day 03: Srinagar –Local Sightseeing (27 kms .)
AM, Boat ride by (Shikara) to Explore the Dal-lake, Waterways,Back waters,Canals, Floating Gardens, Vegetable Gardens, Water Lillies, Lotus Flowers, Easily accessible Mobile Venders, Floating Handicraft Centres & inherited lifestyle of people living inside the Lake since decades. Return back to Dlx. Houseboat/Hotel for lunch.
Visit to Cheshma Shahi, Nishat, Shalimar collectively known as the Mughal Gardens are contibution of the great Mughals laid out in the 16th century & these fall along the bank of Dal-lake in the heart of Srinagar city & Shankrachariya Temple located on a hillock, thus providing panaromic view entire City, along with famous Dal-lake & river Jehlum, enroute visiting handloom centres famous for production of pashmina / Shahtoos shawls & world over reckoned carpets, evening return back to Dlx. Houseboa/Hotel for dinner & overnight stay.
Day 04:Srinagar-Pahalgam-Srinagar(192 kms.)
Leave after breakfast for full day excursion tour (pack lunch with) to Pahalgam 96 kms. In the south-east of Srinagar situated at an altitude of 2130 mts. Above sea level. It is Kashmir’s most popular resort surrounded by high mountains , dense forests, high mountain altitude lakes , it also offers 9 hole golf course, Skiing, pony trails, Angling,(rainbow & brown trouts) horse ridding, treking (both hard & soft) & various places of interest in & around like Aru valley, Lidderwat valley, Kolhai Glacier, Shesh Nag, Chandanwari(route to Amarnath ji Holy cave), Baisam & Mamil famous for 9th century old(Shiv Temple) Thus happens to be a preffered spot amoung domestic tourist. Evening back to Dlx.Houseboat / Hotel for dinner & overnight stay.
Day 05: Srinagar-City Tour (27 kms.)
Tour of Srinagar city (Old /New City) to visit Shah Hamadan Mosque , Jama Masjid, View of Hari Parbat Fort & local bazars, return back to Dlx. Houseboat for lunch.Free for personal activities./ At Leisure
Day 06: Srinagar-Sonamarg-Srinagar (170 kms.)
Leave after breakfast for full day excursion (with pack lunch) to Sonamarg “Meadow of Gold” 85 kms.from Srinagar in the nort-east of Srinagar at an altitude of 3000 mts.above sea level. The place offers incredible scenic beauty (while driving to Sonamarg) dense forests, gigantic mountains the place itself is a popular resort for mountaineers, rock climbers, besides an important halt on to Kargil(Ladakh) & provides the ideal base for various trekking routes, high mountain lakes, Glaciers & Shri Amarnath ji Holy Cave. Evening return back to Dlx. Houseboat / Hotel for dinner & overnight stay.
Day 07: Srinagar-Departure.
Morning free till departure transfer for Srinagar airport to board the scheduled flight for onward destination.
City |
Hotel A |
Hotel B |
Hotel C |
Srinagar |
Deluxe Houseboat |
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Pahalgam |
Mount View |
Heevan |
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Gulmarg |
Royal Park |
Pine Place |
Include:
[1] Arrival / Dept Transfers with assistance
[2] All Transportation/Transfers/Sightseeings by Non A/C Qualis/Scorpio/Sumo Jeeps
[3] Accommodation at LEH Ladakh as per programs A-CATEGORY [Spic N Span,Namgyal Palace,City Palace,/DLX CAMP
[4] Accommodation at Pahalgam in Hotel ( Mount View / Heevan or Similar ) and at Gulmarg ( Royal Park / Pine Palace or similar)
[5] Dlx Camp at Uleytokpo on APAI Basis [ Uley Ethnic Resort/Alchi Resort/Similar/Guest House] [Dlx Camping]
[6] Dlx. Camp at Sarchu on APAI Basis [ Rashpian Camp/Similar]
[7] Accommodation at Katra in Hotel [ Asia The Vaishno Devi/Asia Shripati/Hotel Chirag Inter/Similar] on EP basis ( Room Only)
[8] Accommodation at Patnitop in Hotel Samson/Vardhaan /Similar] on applicable meal Plan
[9] Accommodation at Jammu in Hotel Premier / Suriya Excellecny / Hotel Vardhaan /Similar on applicable meal Plan
[10] Accommodation at Jispa will be in Hotel Ibex/Similar as per meal plan
[11] Accommodation at Manali in Hotel Banon Resorts /Manali Heights / Similar as per applicable meal Plan
[12] Boat Ride ( by Shikara ) on Lake-Dal [ 02 Hrs. Ride]
[13] To and Fro Shikara Crossings from shore to House Boat and vice versa
[14] All Hotel / Transport Taxes As Applicable including Services Taxes and VAT
[14] Toll Taxes, Passenger Taxes, Parking , Inner Line Permits
The Above Packages does not include :-
[1] Mughal Garden Entrance fee/Monument Entrance Fee.
[2] Temples and Monument entrance fee.
[3] Tips of personal nature
[4] Laundry
[5] Guide/Escort .
[6] Misc Expenditure.
[7] Any optional Tour / Trip other than mentioned in the tour program.
[8] Any Air/Train/Bus Fair.
[9] Unforeseen Eventualities.
[10] Gondola cable car Ride at Gulmarg.
[11] Horse / Pony ridding at Gulmarg / Pahalgam / Sonmarg.
[12] Local Sightseeing tour at Pahalgam [ Aru or Chandanwari] .
[13] Beverages.
[14] Any Optional tour not specified in tour itinerary.
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