Meet upon arrival and transfer
to Deluxe Houseboats. Late afternoon Shikara ride
on Dal Lake visiting floating and Vegetable gardens
etc. Also witness walnut woodcarving and papier
machie making demonstration. Dinner overnight in
Deluxe Houseboat / hotel.
Drive to Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers) 2730 Mts. above sea level.
The distance of 58 kms will be covered in about 1 ½ hrs.
Gulmarg has one of the best Ski slopes in the world and highest
golf course of the world with 18 holes. One can also have the view
of Nanga Parbhat if weather permits. The view enroute from Tangmarg
to Gulmarg is fascinating. One can also have a short trek up to
Khilangmarg which can be covered in about 3 to 4 hrs or enjoy a
cable car ride which takes to the highest point. Hot lunch will
be served in one of the local restaurants. Evening return to your
houseboat/hotel for dinner and overnight.
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After early breakfast and drive
to Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds) via old part
of Srinagar. Drive through Saffron fields, visit
Awantipura ruins (1100 years old temple of Lord
Vishnu built by King Awantiwareman). Drive through
the pine forest and along Lidder River. The total
distance of about 98 kms will be covered in about
2 hrs. On arrival in Pahalgam enjoy your pack Lunch.
One can enjoy a pony ride through thick pine forest.
Evening Return to your reserved accommodation for
Dinner and overnight.
Full day excursion to Sonamarg by Jeep. The distance of about 83
kms will be covered about 2-½ hrs. Sonamarg lies in Sindh
Valley streamed with flowers and surrounded by mountains. Sonamarg
is also the base for some interesting treks to the high altitude
of Himalayan Lake. Drive back from Sonamarg and transfer to Deluxe
Houseboat/Hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
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After early breakfast, join
a sightseeing trip to Mughal Gardens visiting Nishat
Bagh (Abode of pleasure) built by Asif Khan brother
in law of Jehangir in 1632 AD. And Shalimar Bagh
(Abode of love) built by Jehangir for his wife
Empress Noor Jehan. All the gardens are situated
on the bank of Dal Lake with the Zabarwan Mountains
in the background. Enroute visit carpet-weaving
factory and drive to hotel/houseboat for dinner
and overnight.
After early breakfast drive to Srinagar airport on time to catch
onward flight.
Journey Ends with Sweet Memories

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