ADMIRABLE KASHMIR LUXURY

DAY 01:  Arrival  –  Katra  (42 Kms / 2 Hrs One Way)

Reach by flight / train to Jammu & meet our driver cum representative at the Airport / R. Station and proceed straight to Katra & Check In Hotel.Katra or Katra Vaishno Devi, as it is popularly known, is a small town in Reasi district of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir situated in the foothills of the Trikuta Mountains, where the holy shrine of Vaishno Devi is located. It is located 42 km from the city of Jammu. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, one of the leading technical universities of India, is also located here. Katra serves as the base camp for pilgrims who visit Vaishno Devi. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel.

 


 

Day 02 : In Katra

After breakfast, leave for Darshan (on your own). Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel.


 

DAY 03 :  Katra  –  Pahalgam (260 Kms / 09 Hrs One Way)

After breakfast, proceed to Pahalgam“Valley of Shepherds” (7200 ft above sea level). On arrival in Pahalgam, Enjoy the nature & walk around the banks of River Lidder. Pahalgam is famous for some trekking routes also & is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel.


 

DAY 04 : In Pahalgam

Post breakfast proceed to visit Aru, Betaab valley & Chandanwari (Optional – By hiring union cab from local taxi stand). Overnight stay at Hotel.


 

DAY 05 : Pahalgam  –  Srinagar (90 Kms / 3 Hrs One Way)

After breakfast proceed to Srinagar enroute visiting the Awantipura Ruins of 9th Century, Bat Factory & Saffron Fields. Srinagar is located in the heart of the Kashmir valley at an altitude of 1,730 m (1530 feet) above sea level. On arrival visit the Mughal Gardens & Shankaracharya Temple. With terraced lawns, cascading fountains, paint-box-bright flowerbeds with the panorama of the Dal in front of them – the three Mughal Gardens of Chesmashahi, Nishat and Shalimar are the Mughal Emperors’ concept of paradise and are today very popular places.  Evening 01 Hour Boat Ride on Dal Lake by a gondola Boat called “SHIKARA” witness the ride on lake, called Venice of India & experience the aquatic life of Srinagar. Visit the local crafts market and shop for unique paper-made and Walnut Wood items. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel.


 

DAY 06 : Srinagar  –  Gulmarg  –  Srinagar (55 Kms / 2Hrs One Way)

After breakfast, you will be driven to Gulmarg for full day excursion. Gulmarg’s legendary beauty, prime location and proximity to Srinagar naturally make it one of the premier hill resorts in the country.Gulmarg – the “Meadow of Flowers” is 53 Kms from Srinagar at an altitude of 8700-ftThe place is known for its Ski Resort and the world’s highest 18-hole Golf Course. You can also enjoy a Cable Car Ride or a Gondola ride (Optional). Return to Srinagar for overnight stay at Hotel.


 

Day 07:  Srinagar   –   Sonamarg   –  Srinagar  (84 Kms / 2 ½ Hrs One Way)

After breakfast you will be driven to Sonamarg, situated at an altitude of 9000 Ft. Sonamarg – 84 Kms is also called as “The meadow of gold” has, as its backdrop, snowy mountains against a cerulean sky. The Sindh River that meanders through the valley abounds with trout and mahaseer. Ponies can be hired for the trip up to Thajiwas glacier (Optional) which is a major local attraction during the summer. Return to Srinagar for overnight stay at Deluxe Houseboat.


 

DAY 08: Srinagar – Departure

Breakfast at your Houseboat. In time transfer to airport to connect the flight for onwards destination


“Return Home With Blissful Memories”