Day 1 – Srinagar
Arrive in Srinagar, where you will be met upon arrival
and transferred to your Hotel/Houseboat.
Later in the evening enjoy shikara ride on Dal Lake and
high tea on a houseboat.
Rest of the evening is free for leisure.
Dinner and Overnight stay at the beautiful boutique
hotel (Hotel Kabo)/Houseboat in Srinagar.
Day 2- Srinagar – Pahalgam (94 Kms / approx 03 hrs)
After an early breakfast leave for Pahalgam (the Valley
of Shepherds) via Srinagar. Drive through the pine
forest and along the Lidder River.
On the way, visit Awantipura ruins of an 1100 yr old
temple of Lord Vishnu.
Arrive at Pahalgam and transfer to your hotel.
Rest of the day is at leisure. OR Visit the Himalayan
Cheese Factory which makes local Kalari cheese and is
run by Chris Zandee. This will include cheese tasting like
Walnut, Cumin, Mustard, Blackberry etc. (Optional)
Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel (Hotel Heevan) in
Pahalgam. Hotel Heevan is a beautiful boutique property
by the river. Enjoy the riverfront in Pahalgam.
Day 3 – Sightseeing around Pahalgam
After breakfast, depart for excursion trip to
Chandanwadi (Starting point of AmarnathYatra). Visit
Betaab valley on way to Chandanwari (the valley was
named Betaab after the bollywood movie by the same
name, earlier known as Hajan Valley, after the release
of the movie, it was renamed as major part of the
movie was shot here).
Post lunch (at your own) proceed for trip to Aru Valley
(Aru Valley is a tourist spot 11 km from Pahalgam.
Known for its scenic meadows, and mountains, it is a
base camp for trekking to the Kolhoi Glacier and Tarsar
Lake. The village lies on the left bank of the Aru river,
which is a tributary of Lidder river).
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Pahalgam.
Day 4 - Pahalgam - Gulmarg (140 Kms / approx 04 hrs)
After breakfast enjoy a picturesque drive to Gulmarg (the
Meadow of Flowers, 2730 mts above sea level, Gulmarg
offers spectacular views of snow-capped mountain peaks,
conifer forests and green meadows; it is home to the
highest 18-hole golf course of the world).
Post check-in into a hotel take a Gondola cable car ride to
the top of Apharwat peak. The lofty Apharwat Peak in
Gulmarg is the longest ski slope in Asia and a major tourist
attraction.
Divided in two phases, the ride will ferry you from Gulmarg
Resort to Kongdoori Station which is the central point, in
the first phase and from Kongdoori Mountain to Apharwat
Peak in the second phase. Here one can catch magnificent
views of the Nanda Devi and the Pir Panjal Range as well
as enjoy other activities like horse riding and skiing.
Evening free for Leisure to visit local places like Maharani
temple, St. Mary’s church, Golf Course, Maharaja Palace,
etc.
Dinner and overnight at hotel Heevan in Gulmarg.
Day 5 - Gulmarg - Srinagar (55Kms / approx 2 Hrs)
After breakfast, proceed for Srinagar. Stop en-route at
Srinagar State Emporium shop for Pashmina Shawl,
artefacts etc. for shopping.
Later proceed for half day Srinagar sightseeing covering
the ancient Shankaracharya temple, famous Mughal
Gardens Nishat Bagh, Abode of Pleasure on the shore of
the Dal lake, Shalimar, Abode of Love built by Jehangir for
his wife Empress Noor Jehan and Chashmashahi, the Royal
spring.
Musical Fountain and Laser next to Centaur Hotel on the
banks of Dal Lake at Srinagar in the evening.
Dinner and Overnight at hotel in Srinagar.
Day 6 – Excursion - Sonmarg (83 Kms / approx 02 hrs)
After Breakfast, proceed for a day excursion to Sonmarg
(Golden Meadow). Sonmarg lies in Sind Valley streamed
with flowers and surrounded by mountains. Enjoy horse
riding up to Thajiwas glacier.
Return to Srinagar by Evening.
Day 7: Departure from Srinagar
After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar airport to board the
return flight with Happy Memories!
Inclusions
• 50% advance to be made to book your slots for the trip.
• 100% payment must be made 1 month before the trip.
• Rooms in hotels are subject to availability.
• Quote is based upon base category of rooms in hotels unless specified.
• Given rates are valid for Indian nationals only.
• Srinagar sightseeing included.
• ABC Valley Sightseeing In Pahalgam
• Gondola tickets till 2nd Phase
• Assistance upon arrival at arrival point
• Traditional welcome in the Hotel with Welcome Drink (Hot Tea / Coffee / Kahwa) on arrival
• 06 Night Accommodation as per the Itinerary with Breakfast
• Return airport and round-trip transfers along with all sightseeing tours by Innovas as per the itinerary
• 60 Minutes Boat Ride (SHIKARA) on world famous Dal Lake – Srinagar.
• All toll taxes & parking charges
Exclusions
• GST (5%)
• Airfare
• Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered
• Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Prices included”.
• Pony Ride at Pahalgam, Sonmarg & Gulmarg
• Guide fee, Camera fee & any monument Entrances
• Medical & Travel insurance
• Any changes you may choose to make during your tour
• Additional costs due to flight cancellation, roadblocks etc
Cancellation Policy
• 45 Days: Full refund (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for hotel bookings, transport, etc.
• 30-45 Days: 75% of trip cost will be refunded (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for hotel bookings, transport, etc.
• 15-30 Days: 50% of trip cost will be refunded (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for hotel bookings, transport, etc.
• 15 Days: No refund