‘BEST OF KASHMIR’ 06 Days / 05 Nights
ITINERARY IN DETAIL Day01
Arrive Srinagar Welcome to your 'Best of Kashmir' tour! On arrival at the airport in Srinagar, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities.
Day02
In Srinagar * Excursion to Sonmarg (82 km / approx. 3 hours drive) Embark on a full day excursion to Sonmarg (Private). Today, embark on a full day excursion tour to Sonmarg; admirably known as the 'meadow of gold'. It is an alpine valley situated on the bank of Nallah Sindh River at an elevation of 2,800 metres above sea level. Sindh River indulges you in an activity of fishing especially during summers. This river bed is a popular breeding ground for trout and mahseer fishes. An optional ride on a pony (on direct payment basis) is sure to delight you as you are carried around the snow. Transfer back to the hotel in Srinagar. Pickup
Duration
From Time
Hotel
09:00 hrs
8:00 AM
The evening is at leisure. Day03
Srinagar * Excursion to Gulmarg (52 km / approx. 2 hours drive) Enjoy a full day excursion to Gulmarg (Private) This morning, proceed to Gulmarg. The beautiful town of Gulmarg is bordered by picturesque villages, willow trees, fast flowing streams and lush green meadows. Gulmarg - 'Meadow of Flowers' offers a spectacular view of towering snow capped peaks, covered with dense forests of tall conifers, gigantic firs and pine trees. Pickup
Duration
From Time
Hotel
07:00 hrs
8:00 AM
The rest of the day is at leisure. Day04
On to Pahalgam (97 km / approx. 3 hours drive) Transfer from hotel in Srinagar to hotel in Pahalgam, en route visit the Awantipura Ruins (Private). Today, proceed towards Pahalgam, the 'Valley of Shepherds' which is situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from the River Lidder and Sheshnag Lake, en route visit the Awantipura Ruins. The ancient township of Awantipura founded by King Awantiwarman (855-883 AD) is renowned for the impressive ruins of the two temple complexes he built here in the 9th century namely Awantisvamin, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and Avantisvara, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Both the temples reflect Greek style of architecture. On arrival, check in to the hotel. Pickup
Duration
From Time
Hotel
NA
9:00 AM
The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this popular tourist destination. Day05
On to Srinagar (97 km / approx. 3 hours drive)
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