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Jammu and Kashmir
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Duration

9 days 8 nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English, Hindi

Overview

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • 8N/9D Tour to Kashmir & Vaishno Devi covering must-see sightseeing’s and important attraction
  • Accommodation based on Standard 4* plus hotels
  • 01 Night stay at Srinagar HouseBoat
  • 03 Nights at Srinagar
  • Have an experience of a lifetime Boat ride on the world-famous Dal Lake
  • Kashmiri gardens - Shalimar & Nishat Bagh
  • Enjoy the view of Srinagar from the Shankaracharya Temple Hill
  • 01 Night Stay at Gulmarg - a popular skiing destination
  • 01 Night Stay at Pahalgam - Mountain trails run northeast to Amarnath Cave Temple
  • 02 Nights Stay at Katra Mata Vaishno Devi

Itinerary

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Day 01 : Airport Pickup: Transfer from Srinagar Airport to Pahalgam
Day 01 : Airport Pickup: Transfer from Srinagar Airport to Pahalgam

Our driver will be right there for Pick up with a Placard of your name. Enjoy the comfortable drive from Airport to your booked Hotel with our reliable airport pick-up service. This is the best way to travel to your desired location without any hassle.
Hotel Check-in Time: 15:00 pm | Check-out Time 11:00 am

NO REGULAR HOLIDAYS, WE ARE DIFFERENT!
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SERVICES MATTER!
NO FALSE COMMITMENTS AND NO HIDDEN CHARGES IN OUR SERVICES!

Pahalgam
Pahalgam

Pahalgam is a hill station in the north Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. Mountain trails run northeast to Amarnath Cave Temple, a Hindu shrine and site of the annual Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage. Overa Aru Wildlife Sanctuary is home to animals, including brown bears and musk deer. Northeast, the Lidder River runs through scenic Betaab Valley. Southeast, Tullian Lake is flanked by mountain peaks and often frozen.
Pahalgam is called as “Valley of Shepherds”. Pahalgam is situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder River, Pahalgam (2,130 m) was once a humble shepherd's village with breathtaking views. En-route visit 19th Century Awantipura Ruins & Saffron Fields. Enjoy nature & walk around the bank of river Lidder. Pahalgam is famous for some trekking routes also & is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. Pahalgam is also famous for the Indian film Industry (Bollywood). Now it is Kashmir's premier resort, cool even during the height of summer when the maximum temperature does not exceed 25 Degree C.

INCLUDES:
01 NIGHT STAY AT PAHALGAM
MEALS: DINNER AT PAHALGAM HOTEL (DAY 01)
BREAKFAST AT PAHALGAM HOTEL (DAY 02)

Leisure at Pahalgam
Leisure at Pahalgam

After breakfast, Relax, enjoy the nature charm of the valley at its leisure.
(Optional) One can visit Betaab Valley, Chandanwari, and Aru Valley in Pahalgam.
Betaab Valley:- Betaab Valley is a very famous tourist spot situated at a distance of 15 kilometres from Pahalgam. The valley got its name from the Sunny Deol-Amrita Singh hit debut film Betaab. The Valley is towards the northeast of Pahalgam and falls between Pahalgam and Chandanwari and is en route to Amarnath Temple Yatra. The valley is surrounded by lush green meadows, snow-clad mountains, and is covered with dense vegetation. 􀀀 Aru Valley:- Aru is located around 12 from Pahalgam, 11 km upstream from the Lidder River. Noted for its scenic meadows, lakes, and mountains, it is a base camp for trekking to the Kolhoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake. The village lies on the left bank of the Aru River, which is a tributary of the Lidder River. 􀀀 Chandanwari:- Chandanwari is situated 16-km from Pahalgam; Chandanwari is the starting point of the Amarnath Yatra, which takes place every year in the month of Sawan (Rain). It is famous for snow sledging on a snow bridge This Sight Seeing is Done By Union Taxi Only (Max Capacity 6 pax)

Day 02: Drive From Pahalgam to Gulmarg(5 hrs approx)
Day 02: Drive From  Pahalgam to Gulmarg(5 hrs approx)

After Breakfast, Drive to Gulmarg 2440 Mtrs (vale of Kashmir). It is 5 hours journey on way. On the way visit Saffron fields, Avantipur ruins and Anantnag Sulpher spring. Bat village and apple orchids. Pahalgam is the most famous place for the Indian Film Industry. Enjoy the nature charm of the valley. In the evening enjoy the music of the running water of river Lidder and spend a few hours of the evening on the back of the river.

Gulmarg
Gulmarg

Gulmarg is at an altitude of 8700 – ft. Gulmarg also referred to as Meadow of Flowers is a famous Ski Resort & the world’s highest 18-hole Golf Course. The place was prominent during British time. Gulmarg's legendary beauty, prime location and proximity to Srinagar naturally make it one of the premier hill resorts in the country. Originally called ‘Gauri Marg’ by shepherds, its present name was given in the 16th century by Sultan Yusuf Shah. Today Gulmarg is not merely a mountain resort of exceptional beauty- it also has the highest green golf course in the world, at an altitude of 2,650 m, and is the country's premier ski resort in the winter. One Can go for the Gondola Ride up to the 1st or 2nd Phase. The Gulmarg Gondola is a tourist attraction in itself. It is one of the highest cable cars in the world, reaching 3,979 metres. The two-stage ropeway ferries about 600 people per hour to and from the gondola main station in Gulmarg to a shoulder of nearby Mt. Affarwat Summit (4,200 m (13,780 ft)). There are also countless off-piste possibilities through the beautiful Khilanmarg meadows on the foot of Mount Affarwat, which offer a scenic view of Nanga Parbat. The Affarwat ridge at 3850+ metres offers an avalanche-controlled ski area that offers a wide field of snow to descend 800 m in approximately 3 km of skiing and is for advanced skiers only. Due to Gulmarg's steep terrain, the region is popular amongst advanced and extreme skiers from around the world and has been visited by a number of ski professionals and featured in a number of ski films also.

INCLUDES:
01 NIGHT STAY AT GULMARG
MEALS: DINNER AT GULMARG HOTEL (DAY 02)
BREAKFAST AT GULMARG HOTEL (DAY 03)

Day 03: Gulmarg - Local Sightseeing
Day 03: Gulmarg - Local Sightseeing

After breakfast drive, Gulmarg has one of the best Ski slopes in the world and the highest golf course in the world with 18 holes. One can also have the view of Nanga Parbhat if weather permits. The view en route from Tangmarg to Gulmarg is fascinating. One can also have a short trek up to Khilangmarg, which can be covered in about 3 hrs. Also, enjoy sledge riding on snow. Chair Lifts for mountain rides are also available.

Drive from Gulmarg to Srinagar (3 hrs approx.)
Drive from Gulmarg to Srinagar (3 hrs approx.)

After a leisurely breakfast, time free to explore the destination more. One Can go for the Gondola Ride up to the 1st or 2nd Phase. The Gulmarg Gondola is a tourist attraction in itself. It is one of the highest cable cars in the world, reaching 3,979 metres. The two-stage ropeway ferries about 600 people per hour to and from the gondola main station in Gulmarg to a shoulder of nearby Mt. Affarwat Summit (4,200 m (13,780 ft)). Due to Gulmarg's steep terrain, the region is popular amongst advanced and extreme skiers from around the world and has been visited by a number of ski professionals and featured in a number of ski films also. Later we check out from Hotel & transfer to Srinagar. On arrival at Srinagar, check in to the pre-arranged Hotel. In the evening, you can stroll around the markets for some shopping etc.

Day 03: Srinagar
Day 03: Srinagar

Srinagar is the summer capital of the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It lies in the Kashmir Valley on the banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus, and Dal and Anchar lakes. The city is famous for its natural beauty, gardens, waterfronts and houseboats. It is also known for traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and dried fruits. It is the northernmost city of India with over 1 million people.

INCLUDES:
04 NIGHTS STAY AT SRINAGAR (01N Houseboat, 03N Hotel)
MEALS: DINNER AT SRINAGAR (DAY 03,04,05,06)
BREAKFAST AT SRINAGAR (DAY 04,05.06.07)

Day 04: Srinagar Local Sightseeing
Day 04: Srinagar Local Sightseeing

Start our Sightseeing tour by the visit of Shankaracharya Temple, it is believed that it was the place where the great philosopher and saint Shankaracharya stayed when he visited Kashmir ten centuries ago to revive Sanatan Dharma. The original ceiling was dome-shaped and the brick roof is not more than a century old. And later proceed further to Hazratbal Mosque, situated in a village on the western shores of the Dal Lake opposite Nishat Bagh, it is a pristine white marble edifice casting its reflection in the waters of the lake. Unlike the other mosques in Srinagar, which have a pagoda-like roof, Hazratbal is the only mosque to have a domed roof mosque in Srinagar; the others having distinct pagoda like roofs Gardens & Jamia Masjid, situated in the heart of the old city of Srinagar, this huge mosque is visited by thousands of people who congregate here for the Friday prayers. In the afternoon, we take a visit to Mughal Gardens, Nishat Garden known as ‘Garden of pleasure’ built in 16th century (1633) by Mughal King Asif Khan. Then visit Shalimar Garden known as ‘Garden of love’ built in the 16th century (1619) by Mughal King Jahangir for his beloved wife Noor Jahan or (Mehr-un-Nissa & Chashmashahi (The Royal Spring). The Chashmashahi Mughal Garden in Srinagar had been loved by emperors and picnickers alike. In the evening you take a shikara ride on the world-famous Dal Lake, where you visit the floating vegetable gardens & Open Dal Lake. While riding the Shikara’s there are plenty of opportunities for bird watching with plentiful species including Kingfisher, Little Bittern, Common Pariah Kites, Grebe etc.

Day 05: Drive from Srinagar - Sonmarg - Srinagar

After breakfast, we depart on an excursion to Sonmarg. Sonmarg, which means Meadow of Gold, has its backdrop of snowy mountains against the blue sky. The drive offers incredible scenic beauty, dense pine forests and gigantic mountains. The place provides an ideal base for various trekking routes, high mountain lakes, glaciers, and Sri Amarnath Holy cave. The river meanders along here & abounds with Trout & Mahseer. Sonamarg’s importance lies in the fact that it is the last halt on the Kashmir side for the drive from Srinagar to Leh. Later we drive back and reach Srinagar by evening.

Day 06: Drive from Srinagar - Doodhpatri - Srinagar
Day 06: Drive from Srinagar - Doodhpatri - Srinagar

Doodhpathri is a tourist destination and a hill station in the Indian administered union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It is located in the Beerwah area of Budgam district

Day 07: Transfer from Srinagar to Katra Vaishno Devi (8 Hrs Approx)
Day 07: Transfer from Srinagar to Katra Vaishno Devi (8 Hrs Approx)

Check out from Hotel, Our driver will be right there for Pick up outside your Hotel. Enjoy the comfortable drive from your Hotel to Katra. This is the best way to travel to your desired location without any hassle.

Day 07: Katra Vaishno Devi
Day 07: Katra Vaishno Devi

The Vaishno Devi Temple is an important Hindu temple dedicated to Vaishno Devi located in Katra, Reasi District at the Trikuta Mountains within the Indian Union territory of Jammu & Kashmir. The temple is one of the 108 Shakti Peethas dedicated to Durga, who is worshipped as Vaishno Devi. It is one of the most visited pilgrimage centres of India. Every year millions of visitors visit the temple. During festivals like Navaratri, the count even increases to one crore visitors. Vaishno Devi Temple is one of the richest temples in India. Authors Michael Barnett and Janice Gross Stein says, "Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Jammu has an annual receipts of about $16 million, mainly from offerings by devotees".

The temple is sacred to all Hindus and Sikhs. Many prominent saints such as Guru Gobind Singh Ji and Swami Vivekananda have visited the temple.

Navaratri and Diwali are the two most prominent festivals celebrated in the Vaishno Devi Temple. The temple was included in the Jammu and Kashmir state government Act No. XVI/1988 and is known as Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Act. The committee nominated by the state government administers the temple and has nine members on its board.

INCLUDES:
NIGHT STAY AT KATRA HOTEL
MEALS: DINNER AT KATRA HOTEL (DAY 07 & 08)
BREAKFAST AT KATRA HOTEL (DAY 08 & 09)

Day 08: Mata K Darshan (at you own)
Day 08: Mata K Darshan (at you own)

Vaishno Devi is a manifestation of the Hindu Mother Goddess, Devi. The words "Maa" and "Mata" are commonly used in India for mother, and thus are often heavily used in connection with Vaishno Devi. Vaishnavi was formed from the combined energies of Parvati, Lakshmi, and Saraswati.

Day 09: Transfer from Katra to Jammu Airport/Railway station
Day 09: Transfer from Katra to Jammu Airport/Railway station

Check out from Hotel and Enjoy Free time for ‘SHOPPING’ after that you will be transferred to Airport, Our driver will be right there for Pick up outside your Hotel. Enjoy the comfortable drive from your Hotel to Airport with our reliable pick-up service. This is the best way to travel to your desired location without any hassle. Fly back to your Hometown with wonderful memories. Tour Concludes.

NO REGULAR HOLIDAYS, WE ARE DIFFERENT!
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SERVICES MATTER!
NO FALSE COMMITMENTS AND NO HIDDEN CHARGES IN OUR SERVICES!

Included/Excluded

  • 08 Nights’ accommodation with breakfast at Standard 4* plus hotels
  • 01 Night at Pahalgam
  • 01 Nights at Gulmarg
  • 01 Night at Srinagar
  • 01 Night at Srinagar HouseBoat
  • 02 Night at Srinagar
  • 02 Nights at Katra Vaishnodevi
  • Arrival airport assistance & transfer from Srinagar airport
  • 01-hour boat ride on world-famous Dal Lake
  • Vehicle on the point-to-point basis from 08:00 to 20:00 hrs
  • Includes fuel charges, driver allowance, toll tax, parking charges
  • All sightseeing/excursions with transfers as mentioned in day plans
  • Transfers from Srinagar to Katra, Vaishnodevi
  • Departure transfers from Katra to Jammu airport/Railway station
  • Airfare & airport taxes
  • GST 5% (Government Tax) on total package price
  • Rates are not valid during Peak Season, Diwali, Eid, Christmas, New year etc.
  • We are not holding any hotel rooms or Vehicles; all are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
  • Entrance tickets to attractions or optional tours or wherever specified
  • Medical & travel insurance
  • The above cost is valid if a minimum of 07 adults 03 Child paying/travelling together.
  • Anything not included in tour inclusions

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