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Enchanting Kashmir: 5-Day Luxury Houseboat & Meadows Getaway

Srinagar-4 D Dal Lake-1 D

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Tour Includes

  • Hotel
  • Transport
  • Sightseeing
  • Meal

Inclusions

  • Inter-city transfer
  • Breakfast
  • Sightseeing
  • Services

Overview

Kashmir, often referred to as "Paradise on Earth," is one of the most beautiful regions in India, known for its stunning landscapes, snow-capped mountains, serene lakes, and rich cultural heritage. Located in the northern part of India, it is a top travel destination for both adventure seekers and those looking to immerse themselves in its tranquil beauty.Kashmir remains one of India’s most alluring destinations, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty, adventure, and rich cultural heritage. With its diverse tourism offerings ranging from spiritual to adventure activities, the region attracts a wide variety of travelers.

Geography and Climate

  • Location: Situated in the northernmost part of India, the Kashmir Valley is bordered by the Himalayas and the Pir Panjal mountain range.
  • Climate: Kashmir experiences four distinct seasons—spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Summers are mild, while winters bring heavy snowfall, making it a popular destination for winter sports.
  • Capital: Srinagar is the summer capital, famous for its beautiful gardens, Dal Lake, and traditional houseboats. Jammu, the winter capital, is known for its temples and spiritual significance.

Top Tourist Attractions

  • Srinagar: Known for its houseboats on Dal Lake, the Mughal Gardens (Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh), and the floating vegetable markets.
  • Gulmarg: A popular hill station and ski resort, Gulmarg is known for its meadows, gondola rides, and winter sports activities.
  • Pahalgam: A picturesque town known for its lush green meadows, the Lidder River, and as a starting point for the Amarnath Yatra.
  • Sonamarg: This "Meadow of Gold" offers panoramic views of snow-clad peaks, alpine forests, and trekking routes to glaciers like the Thajiwas Glacier.
  • Leh-Ladakh: Known for its rugged landscapes, high-altitude lakes like Pangong Lake, and Buddhist monasteries, Leh-Ladakh attracts adventure enthusiasts for biking, trekking, and mountaineering.

Culture and Traditions

  • Ethnic Groups: Kashmiris are primarily divided into two ethnic groups—Kashmiri Muslims and Kashmiri Pandits. Both groups have a rich cultural history.
  • Cuisine: Kashmiri cuisine is renowned for dishes like Rogan Josh, Yakhni, and the traditional Wazwan feast. Kahwa, a traditional Kashmiri tea, is also popular.
  • Handicrafts: Kashmir is famous for its handicrafts, including Pashmina shawls, carpets, papier-mâché products, and walnut wood carvings.
  • Festivals: Eid, Baisakhi, and Shivratri are widely celebrated, along with regional festivals like Tulip Festival and Shikara Festival.

Adventure Tourism

  • Skiing: Gulmarg is one of the best ski resorts in Asia, offering both beginners and professionals an exhilarating experience on snow-covered slopes.
  • Trekking: Popular trekking routes include the Great Lakes Trek, Tarsar Marsar Trek, and the Amarnath Yatra trek.
  • Rafting: The Lidder River in Pahalgam offers thrilling river rafting experiences.
  • Paragliding: Paragliding in places like Sonamarg and Srinagar provides stunning aerial views of the valleys and mountains.
  • Camping: The meadows of Pahalgam, Sonamarg, and Yusmarg are ideal for camping under the stars.

Nature and Wildlife

  • Hemis National Park: Located in Ladakh, this is the largest national park in India and is home to the endangered snow leopard.
  • Dachigam National Park: Situated near Srinagar, it’s famous for the Hangul (Kashmir stag), leopards, and black bears.
  • Flora and Fauna: Kashmir’s natural beauty is enhanced by its lush green valleys, alpine forests, and rich biodiversity, including rare species of birds and plants.

Spiritual and Religious Tourism

  • Amarnath Cave: One of the holiest shrines in Hinduism, the Amarnath Cave houses an ice stalagmite that resembles a Shiva Lingam and draws thousands of pilgrims during the Amarnath Yatra.
  • Vaishno Devi Temple: Located in the Trikuta Mountains of Jammu, this is one of the most revered Hindu temples, attracting millions of devotees each year.
  • Hazratbal Shrine: This revered Muslim shrine in Srinagar houses a relic believed to be the hair of the Prophet Muhammad.

Connectivity and Accessibility

  • By Air: Srinagar International Airport is the main gateway to the Kashmir Valley, with flights connecting to major cities in India like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore. Jammu Airport provides access to the Jammu region.
  • By Road: National Highways and state roads connect Kashmir to cities like Jammu, Delhi, and Chandigarh. The NH44 (formerly NH1) is the key highway.
  • By Rail: Jammu Tawi is the closest railway station, connecting Kashmir to the rest of India. Future expansion aims to connect the Kashmir Valley to the rail network.

Best Time to Visit

  • Summer (March to June): Ideal for sightseeing, houseboat stays, and exploring gardens in full bloom.
  • Winter (December to February): Perfect for snow lovers and winter sports like skiing in Gulmarg.
  • Autumn (September to November): Known for the beautiful fall foliage and pleasant weather.

Sustainable Tourism in Kashmir

  • Kashmir is embracing eco-friendly tourism by promoting responsible travel. This includes waste management in sensitive areas like Dal Lake, promoting local handicrafts, and encouraging community-based tourism.

  • Summary
  • Itinerary
  • Inclusions & Exclusions
  • Policy & Terms
  • Hotels
  • Transfers
  • Pricing
  • Map View
  • FAQs

Tour Summary

Pickup Location - Srinagar Airport
Drop Location - Srinagar Airport

Short Itinerary - 

Day 1 : Srinagar Airport Arrival & Same Day Local Sightseeing

Day 2 : Srinagar -- Gulmarg -- Srinagar | Approx 1:30 Hrs Per Way - 51 Km

Day 3 : Srinagar – Pahalgam – Srinagar | Approx 2:20 Hrs Per Way - 90 Km

Day 4 : Srinagar – Sonmarg – Srinagar | approx 2:10 Hrs per way - 80 Km

Day 5 : Departure From Srinagar   

Itinerary

 (Check-in 2 o Clock & Check-Out 12:00 PM)

  • On Your Arrival At The Srinagar International Airport, You Will Be Taken For A 5-Minute Drive Through The Heart Of New Srinagar City, Passing The Abdullah Bridge Which Connects The Banks Of The Jhelum River.
  • Visit The Famous Mughal Gardens Of Nishat Garden, Shalimar Garden, Cheshmashahi, Hazratbal Shrine & Pari Mahal, We Will Explore The Gardens And Later Drive Back To The Srinagar For Dinner And Overnight Stay At Srinagar

  • After Breakfast In The Morning, Proceed Towards Gulmarg.
  • En Route, You Get To See The Beautiful Tangmarg Town And Drive Ahead On A Scenic Drive Of 14 Kilometers To Gulmarg.
  • Arrive In Gulmarg Early In The Afternoon And Begin A Short Tour, Boarding The Gondola Cable Car System (The 08 Minutes Ropeway).
  • Descend Back To Gulmarg After An Hour And Later Indulge In Some Horse Riding. Later, Return Back To Srinagar. Dinner And Night Stay At Srinagar.

  • After Breakfast, Check Out From The Hotel And We Drive To Pahalgam Via Pampore, Awantipura, And The Village Of Bijbehara Which Remains Famous As The Breadbasket Of Kashmir.
  • We Switch From The National Highway 1a At Khanabal And Drive Through The Second-Largest City Of Anantnag. From Here The Road Turns Scenic As We Drive Parallel To The Lidder River Flowing In The Opposite Direction.
  • In Pahalgam, You Can Visit Many Breathtaking Places Like Betab Valley, Aru Valley & Chandanwari. Visit Baisaran Via Ponies (Own Cost). Later In The Evening Return To Srinagar.
  • Dinner & Overstay In Srinagar.

  • After breakfast, drive to Sonmarg. Cross the town of Kangan, Mammar, Gagangir.
  • Once you reach Sonmarg, take a 3-hour walk or horseback trip to the Thajiwas glacier. After return, visit the small town market.
  • Dinner & night stay at Srinagar Houseboat.

OR

Srinagar- Doodhpathri- Srinagar | approx 1:50 Hrs per way - 44 Km

  • After Breakfast in the morning, proceed towards Doodhpathri (valley of milk).
  • It is located in the Beerwah area of Budgam. You can see beautiful tangnar, mujh pathri (valley of turnips) etc.
  • Doodhpathri is a bowl-shaped valley in the pir panjal range of the Himalayas.
  • It has natural meadows which are covered with snow in winter.
  • Later drive towards Srinagar.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at Srinagar

OR

Srinagar – Yusmarg - Srinagar | approx 1:50 Hrs per way - 48 Km

 

  • After breakfast, drive to Yousmarg. Yusmarg is a small meadow set in the heart of mountains to the southwest of Srinagar.
  • It is an ideal picnic spot and the Nilnag Lake can be visited from here.
  • A two-hour drive from Srinagar (47 km) will take you to acres upon acres of grass.
  • Later Drive back to Srinagar.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at Srinagar.

  • After Breakfast Checkout from The Hotel As Per Your Flight Timings.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Inter-city transfer
  • Breakfast
  • Sightseeing
  • Services
Inclusions
  • Accommodation As Per Mentioned Details And the Hotel List
  • Meal Plan As The Itinerary
  • Meals (4 Breakfast + 4 Dinner)
  • 1 Hrs Shikara Ride
  • All Transfer & Sightseeing As Per The Itinerary
  • Srinagar Local Sightseeing
  • Pahalgam Local Sightseeing
  • Gulmarg Local Sightseeing
  • Sonmarg Local Sightseeing
  • Srinagar Airport Pickup & Drop.
  • Non-AC Vehicle As Mentioned In The Itinerary 
  • All Taxes Included.
Exclusions
  • Flight Tickets/Train Tickets
  • Any future taxes levies will be charged extra
  • Trip to Betaab Valley / Aru Valley / Chandanwari Valley at Pahalgam (it is done by Union Taxi at Pahalgam and is on direct payment basis, Max Cost @ 2800/- Per Cab)
  • Trip to Baisaran at Pahalgam done via ponies (Max cost@ 2500 per pony per head)
  • Snow jeep at Tangmarg in case road is blocked due to heavy snowfall
  • Gondola Tickets at Gulmarg (2000 per person for both phases)
  • Guide charges @ 900 Max at Gulmarg
  • Trip to Zero point at Sonmarg (It is done by Union cab & is on direct payment basis, Max Cost @ 6,000/- Per Cab)
  • Trip to Thajiwas Glacier at Sonmarg (Max cost@ 2,000/- per pony)
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, porter age
  • Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary
  • Entrance Fees
  • Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, who is directly payable on the spot)
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

    Book Your Cable Car Tickets 15 Days Prior To Arrival      (Https://Www.Jammukashmircablecar.Com/)

  • Note - Children Upto 3 Years Of Age Will Be Carried Free Of Charge. For Others, Full Adult Fare Is Applicable.

Policy & Terms

The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days.

All applicable refunds will be done in the traveler's Thrillophilia wallet as Thrillcash.

100.0% of total tour cost will have to be paid 0 days before the date of booking

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  • If cancellation are made 30 days before the date of travel then 25.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
  • If cancellation are made 15 days to 30 days before the date of travel then 50.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
  • If cancellation are made 0 days to 15 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees

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