BEST OF 11 DAYS – KASHMIR

Day 01 | Arrive Srinagar

Welcome to the Srinagar, On arrival at Srinagar Airport, You will be transferred to Hotel. You will be Served with Welcome Tea. Later you can visit Dal Lake for a walk or take a leisure at Hotel Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 02 | On to Pahalgam

This morning, after breakfast proceeds to Pahalgam, the Valley of Shepherds which is situated at the confluence of streams flowing from the River Lidder and Sheshnag Lake. En route visit Awantipura ruins. The ancient township of Awantipura founded by King Awantiwarman (855-883AD) 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. Located about 30km southeast of Srinagar, the site is an archaeological and historical wonder. On arrival, check in to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities. Overnight stay in Pahalgam. Pleasure of paradise

DAY 03 | In Pahalgam

This morning after breakfast, proceed for an excursion to Chandanwari and Betaab Valley. Chandanwari – is the starting point of the annual Amarnath Yatra held in the months of July and August Located at an elevation of about 9,590 ft. the area is blessed with natural beauty and is renowned for its snow bridge and activities like trekking, hiking, pony and palanquin ride and snow sledging. Betaab Valley – is named after the Bollywood movie Betaab, which was shot here. The picturesque landscape of snow-clad mountains, lush meadows and splashing streams add to the beauty of the valley. The rest of the evening is at leisure to explore the scenicsurroundings. Overnight stay in Pahalgam.

Day 04 | Pahalgam to Gulmarg: (152 kilometers / 4-5 hrs drive) After breakfast in the morning, we will begin our country tour towards Gulmarg. The drive past colorful villages and rice fields, gives you an insight of the rich cultural past of Kashmir. We arrive at a small picturesque market town of Tangmarg and drive ahead on a scenic drive of 14 kilometers to Gulmarg. We arrive in Gulmarg early in the afternoon and check in at the hotel. Later we will begin a short tour around the meadow familiarizing ourselves with the beauty. We will stay at the hotel for overnight. Day 05 | On to Srinagar : (Shikara Ride & Overnight stay) In Gulmarg we will board the Gondola cable car system, and ascend towards the Afarwatt

Mountain range. The 08 minutes of ropeway will take you past colorful shepherd hutments to the lower ridge of the Afarwatt peak. From here you can click lots of photos of the nearby mountain ranges that stand tall like sentinels guarding the rich natural beauty of Kashmir valley. We descend back to Gulmarg base Later Transfer to Srinagar on the way you can Visit Factory Market for Shopping.Check in Houseboat Evening Shikara Ride, Dinner and overnight at houseboat. DAY 06 | On to Sonmarg After breakfast, proceed to Sonamarg also known as Meadow of Gold en-route, visit Rafting point and Wayela point. The rest of the day is at leisure. One can opt to visit Thajwas glacier, Fish Point & a pony ride (on direct payment basis) to one of the glaciers for some fun in the snow and ice. Overnight stay in Sonmarg. Day 07 | on to Srinagar After Breakfast you will go to sightseeing of Sonmarg i;e Zero Point , Vishansar Lake, Nilagrad River, White River Rafting at Shutkari Bridge at your own cost to take a local cab of the stand later Lunch at your own cost and return back to Srinagar overnight stay. Check in at Hotel in Srinagar. Day 08 | In Srinagar Local Sight Seen This morning, after breakfast drive to Srinagar, visit the Mughal Gardens – Shalimar Garden, Chasmashahi and Nishant Gardens Nishat Garden – is situated on the banks of the picturesque Dal Lake, with the Zabarwan Mountains forming its backdrop. Also known as ‘The garden of bliss, it was laid out in 1633. Designed in Persian style, this is a 12-terrace garden interspersed with fountains, colorful flowerbeds and lush green lawns. Shalimar Garden – is one of the most popular Mughal gardens in the city. Covering an area of about 30 acres, it was commissioned in 1616 by Emperor Jahangir for his wife Nur Jahan. Another garden named Faiz Baksh was added later during the rule of Emperor Shah Jahan (1628-1658). Chashma Shahi – is an ancient garden established in 1632 by Emperor Shah Jahan, is considered to be one of the smallest Mughal gardens in Srinagar. Divided into three different sections with an aqueduct, waterfalls and fountains, it provides magnificent views of the Himalayas and the Dal Lake.On arrival check in to the hotel. Later in the afternoon, visit the Shankaracharya Temple.Shankaracharya Temple – is situated at a height of about 1,100 ft. on a hilltop on the southeast of the city, offer splendid views of the valley and the snow-capped mountains of the Pir Panjal range. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it is believed that this Hindu temple was built in 371 BC, making it one of the oldest in the valley of Kashmir. Post sightseeing, transfer back to the hotel. The rest of the evening is at leisure to explore the city of Srinagar. Overnight stay in Srinagar.

Day 09 | Day Trip Aharbal The Niagra Falls Of Kashmir Flows In Seclusion After Breakfast Drive to Aharbal, Aharabal is also known as ‘Niagara Falls’ of Kashmir lies in the Kulgam district’s Noorabad area of Jammu and Kashmir. It is located on the Vishav River, a tributary of the Jehlum River, in an alpine valley covered in pine and fir trees. Aharbal is easily

accessible from Srinagar, and it takes about two hours by car or bus via Shopian to reach there. An alternate route will take you to Aharbal via Kulgam.