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Day 01 To Srinagar Jammu – Srinagar (400 Kms approx 10 hours drive)

Arrival at Jammu Airport / Railway meet and assistant by our representative , drive to Srinagar, on arrival at Srinagar from jammu by road, meeting and assistance representative at Houseboat. Check-in at Houseboat for 01 night stay. Settle in your Houseboat over a hot cup of Kahwa - a saffron enriched and almond supplemented drink to set your mood. Night stay at Houseboat.Houseboat - In the 20th century, Srinagar was rediscovered by the British Raj as a place to go to avoid the summer heat on plains. Because they were not permitted to build on the local land, houseboats were introduced. Many of these were furnished in the style of the 1930s and now have modern facilities. They are moored in idyllic settings on the calm and peaceful Dal Lake. Houseboats are far remote from the conventional hotel; it’s more like staying in a floating holiday cottage. Most houseboats have between 2 and 4 bedrooms, there are no room keys. They are fashioned out of carved wood and the traditional furnishings give a wonderful cosiness. Each boat has its own houseboy to attend to your every need. Meals are taken on board in the dining room. The Shikaras are about 15 ft long with a canopy for shade. The seats and backrest are heavily cushioned; you can relax and stretch out in “Moghul style” for your boat journeys. There are 2 boatmen to paddle in traditional style through the backwaters. They wear traditional dress, a “Phiron” or loose cap and always take their hubble-bubble pipe along and keep a constant supply of embers in their Kangris or portable heater. Shikaras are the most charming water taxis.

Day 02 Srinagar Srinagar local Sightseeing

After breakfast Check out from Houseboat and Check in at Hotel then proceed Srinagar sightseeing of Mughal gardens, Shalimar and Nishat Bagh, you can also visit Chesmeshashi or Pari Mahal. Evening return back to Houseboat. Night stay at Houseboat.Mughal gardens are a group of gardens built by the Mughal in the Islamic style of architecture. This style was heavily influenced by the Persian gardens particularly the Charbagh structure.[1] Significant use of rectilinear layouts is made within the walled enclosures. Some of the typical features include pools, fountains and canals inside the gardens.

Day 03 Excursion to Sonmarg Srinagar – Sonmarg - Srinagar (98 km, 2-2.5 hrs approx driving each way)

After breakfasts at Houseboat Check-out from Houseboat and Check-in at Hotel than drive through the local villages and Hills to reach the place called Sonmarg also known as “Meadows of Gold” Enjoy horse riding or local sightseeing (At your own cost). Return back to Srinagar and stay at Houseboat. Sonmarg, at an altitude of 3,000 meters above sea level, 87 km north-east of Srinagar. The drive to Sonmarg is though yet another spectacular facet of country side in Kashmir, this time in Sindh Valley. The Sindh Valley is the largest tributary of the valley of Kashmir. It is upwards of sixty miles long, and valley and deep rock-girt gorge to open grassy meadow land and Village-dotted slopes

Day 4 Excursion to Yusmarg Srinagar – Yusmarg- Srinagar (48 km, 1-1.5 hrs approx driving each way)

After breakfast Check-out from Houseboat and check in at Hotel then proceed to Yusmarg. Evening return back to Srinagar. Night stay at the Hotel. Yusmarg in Kashmiri means The Meadow of Jesus.[2] It is believed by the natives that Jesus came to Kashmir and stayed at Yusmarg for some time.[3] It is an alpine valley covered with snow clad mountains and the meadows of Pine and Fir, It lies 13 km south of Charari Sharief a town of Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir. It is situated at the bank of Doodganga River which is a tributory of Jehlum River. It is a popular tourist destination, nestled with in the imposing Pir Panjal peaks, a sub range of Himalaya. The Peaks are: the Sunset Peak and the Tatakooti Peak for which the expeditions lead from this hill station. It lies at an altitude of 2396 metres above sea level.

Day 05 To Gulmarg Srinagar – Gulmarg (58 km, 1-1.5 hrs approx driving each way)

After breakfast Check-out from Hotel then proceed to Gulmarg in Gulmarg you can enjoy Gondola ride to the high slopes (at your own cost). You can also enjoy the snow caped field view. Night stay at the Hotel. Gulmarg is at an altitude of 8,500 ft and 51km west of Srinagar. It rests in a small valley with a backdrop of the lofty Pir Panjal range of the Himalaya Mountains. As the area is under snow for 6 months of the year it is popular as a skiing area. It also has one of the best natural golf courses in the world. Pony trekking is available, as are plenty of walks for bird watchers in the meadows of alpine flowers. The Highland Park Hotel is on the western side. There are magnificent views of Nanga Parbat, ranked 9th highest mountain in the world.

Day 06 Gulmarg Gulmarg Sightseeing

Day at leisure at Gulmarg. Night stay at Hotel. Gulmarg is at an altitude of 8,500 ft and 51km west of Srinagar. It rests in a small valley with a backdrop of the lofty Pir Panjal range of the Himalaya Mountains. As the area is under snow for 6 months of the year it is popular as a skiing area. It also has one of the best natural golf courses in the world. Pony trekking is available, as are plenty of walks for bird watchers in the meadows of alpine flowers. The Highland Park Hotel is on the western side. There are magnificent views of Nanga Parbat, ranked 9th highest mountain in the world.

Day 07 To Pahalgam Gulmarg – Pahalgam (150 km, 4-5 hrs approx

After breakfast Check-out from Hotel and then drive to Pahalgam (150 kms/4-5 hrs) Valley of Shepherds. Enroute you will have a rare opportunity to visit the Saffron fields. Also visit Avantipura Ruins & Anantnag Sulpher Springs. On arrival at Pahalgam Check-in at Hotel. You can enjoy leisurely walks through the pine forest along the river Lidder River.

Day 08 At Pahalgam Pahalgam local sightseeing

After breakfast proceed for Pahalgam sightseeing visit Chandan Wari, Aru Vally, Baisaran Vally and Betab Valley (at your own cost).

Day 09 To Patnitop Pahalgam – Patnitop (180Kms approx 05 hours drive)

After breakfast Check-out from Hotel and drive to Patnitop, on arrival at Patnitop from Pahalgam by road, Check-in at Hotel for night stay. Settle in your Hotel over a hot cup of Kahwa - a saffron enriched and almond supplemented drink to set your mood. You can enjoy the nature beauty at Patnitop. Night stay at Hotel.Patnitop or Patni Top, is a hilltop tourist location in Udhampur district, in Jammu and Kashmir, India, on theNational Highway 1A, on the way from Udhampur to Srinagar, 112 km from Jammu. Situated on a plateau in the Shiwalik belt of the Himalayas, Patnitop sits at an altitude of 2024 metres. The river Chenab flows in close proximity to this location.

Day 10 To Jammu Patnitop- Jammu ( 110Kms approx 04 hours drive)

After breakfast at the Hotel, check-out from Hotel and drive to Jammu to board your train for onward journey to Delhi.

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Top Value Inclusions:-

• All Hotels with private facilities.
• Services of all arrival & departure transfers, and sightseeing by a chauffeur driven private 2 Non AC Coach.
• Services of a representative cum driver for all arrival and departure transfers to assist you at the airports.
• All taxes. Package cost does not include:
• Anything not mentioned in the above inclusions.
• Flight Ticket – We have facility to book flight tickets in our company.
• Any personal kind of expenses like laundry, telephone bills etc.
• Meals unless specified.
• Room services to be paid directly at the time of check-out.
• Camera fees at monuments and other places of interest.
• Gondola tickets
• 01 Hour Sikara Ride on Dal Lake
• Pahalgam local sightseeing.
• Entry Fees
• Monuments entry fees.
• English speaking guide for sightseeing.