Package Name :
Kashmir Delight
Duration : 07 Night/08 Days
Destination Covered :
Delhi- Srinagar- Gulmarg - Srinagar - Sonamarg - Delhi
Day 01 : Delhi - Srinagar (By Flight) -Today we taka a flight to
Srinagar, upon arrival at Srinagar our representative would assist you at
the Airport & transfer to the Houseboat - Hotel.Srinagar, The city was
founded by the King Pravarasena-II over 2,000 years ago, & the city of
Srinagar has a history dating back at least to the 3rd century BC. The
city lies on both banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus
River. The city is famous for its lakes & houseboats floating over them.
It is also known for traditional Kashmiri handicrafts & dry fruits. It
city was a part of the Maurya Empire, one of the largest empires of the
Indian subcontinent. Ashoka introduced Buddhism to the Kashmir valley &
the adjoining regions around the city became a centre of Buddhism. In the
1st century, the region was under the control of Kushans & several rulers
of this dynasty strengthened the Buddhist tradition. Also known as
"Paradise on Earth"Shikara boatride on Dal lake is one of the most
soothing & relaxing aspects of a holiday in Kashmir. Later in the
afternoon we explore the Dal Lake & its Waterways & visit the floating
vegetable market in a traditional Shikara boat. This unique kind of market
can be only witnessed in Thailand & Kashmir. En route we shall see many
species of aquatic birds on the lake, nestling on surrounding trees on
floating marshes used for growing vegetables by local people, who have
inherited a unique lifestyle living on the Lake for over decades.
Overnight Houseboat - Srinagar
Day 02 : Srinagar - Today we visit the ancient Shankaracharya
Temple & famous Mughal Gardens- Nishat Bagh (Abode of pleasure) was built
by Asif Khan Brother-in -law of Jehangir in 1632 AD. The largest of the
gardens, Nishat has seven terraces with beautiful water channel flowing
right in the middle. Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love) was built in the year
1619 A.D for was built by Emperor Jehangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan.
The Garden has four terraces; the 4th terrace was once reserved for royal
ladies. Chashme Shahi (The Royal Spring) was originally laid out by Shah
Jehan in 1632 AD. It is a tastefully laid garden in terraces, which
commands a magnificent view of the Dal Lake below & surrounding mountain
ranges. The cool water of the spring is highly refreshing & digestive. All
the gardens are situated on the banks of Dal Lake with the Zabarwan
Mountains in the background & Shankaracharya Temple located on a hillock,
thus providing a panoramic view of entire city, Dal Lake & River Jhelum.
Shankaracharya Temple is located at 1100 ft. above surface level of the
main city on the Shankaracharya hill, also known as Takht-E-Suleiman. The
Shiva temple was constructed by Raja Gopadatya in the year 371 BC & as
such is the oldest shrine in Kashmir.Later in the evening we can visit
handicraft & handloom centres famous for production of Pashmina -
Shahtoosh shawls, world famous Carpets etc.Overnight Houseboat - Srinagar
Day 03 : Srinagar - Gulmarg (140 km - 03 hr) - Today we drive to
Gulmarg, a legendary beauty, prime location & proximity to Srinagar
naturally make it one of the premier hills in the country. Originally
called ‘Gaurimarg’ by shepherds, its present name was given in the 16th
century by Sultan Yusuf Shah, who was inspired by the sight of its grassy
slopes emblazoned with wild flowers. It was a favorite haunt of Emperor
Jehangir who once collected 21 different varieties of flowers from here.
Today Gulmarg is not merely a mountain resort of exceptional beauty but
also a the highest green golf course in the world, at an altitude of 2,650
m, & is the country's premier ski resort in the winter. Also known as the
“Meadow of Wild Flowers” Later we take the Gondola ride (cable car) &
enjoy the nature at its best.Overnight Hotel - Gulmarg
Day 04 : Gulmarg - Pahalgam (140 km - 03 hr) - Today we take an
Excursion to Pahalgam, Situated at the confluence of the streams flowing
from Sheshnag Lake & the Lidder River, (2,130 m) was once a humble
shepherd's village with breathtaking views. The undulating meadow of
Baisaran, surrounded by thickly wooded forests of pine. Hajan, on the way
to Chandanwari, is an idyllic spot for a picnic. It has within it no fewer
than eight tiny villages, one of which is Mamal. There is a Shiva temple
here, generally considered to be Kashmir's oldest existing temple, dating
to the 5th century.You can take a pony ride in the open fields to seven
springs & to a lake, which remains frozen till June.
Overnight Hotel - Gulmarg
Day 05 : Gulmarg - Srinagar (140 km - 03 hr) - Today we drive back
to Srinagar, Rest of the day we relax on Dhal Lake.Overnight Hotel -
Sonamarg
Day 06 : Srinagar - Sonamarg (90 km - 02 hr) - Today we drive to
Sonamarg, Situated at an altitude of 2730 m, ‘The meadow of gold’, as its
backdrop, snowy mountains against a cerulean sky. The Sindh River that
meanders through the valley abounds with trout & mahaseer. Ponies can be
hired for the trip up to Thajiwasglacier, which is a major local
attraction during the summer months. The drive to Sonamarg is through the
Sindh Valley which presents yet another spectacular facet of countryside
in Kashmir. It is the base of a major trek that passes along several
mountain lakes.Overnight Hotel - Sonamarg
Day 07 : Sonamarg - Enjoy the Natural beauty of Sonamarg.Overnight
Hotel - Sonamarg
Day 08 : Sonamarg - Srinagar - Delhi (By Flight) - Today we drive
to Srinagar to take a flight to Delhi. Upon arrival at Delhi our
representative would assist you at the airport & to the hotel for
check-in.
Today we drive to Srinagar to board the flight to Delhi. Upon arrival in
we leave for City Tour.Evening we leave for onward destination.
