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Duration: 4 Nights / 5 Days Package

Srinagar – Pahalgam – Gurlmarg – Sonmarg – Srinagar

DAY 01: ARRIVE Srinagar
You will be met by Travel Excellence representative at the airport and you would be transferred to your hotel or houseboat where you will proceed for check-in.

Srinagar (Lake City) – It is at once a collection of images: It tells the story of love of the Mughal Emperors for this paradise like vale with deep green rice fields, rivers, gardens in bloom and lakes rimmed by houseboats, where lush wild gardens of lotus and water-lily grow amidst bustling lanes.Afternoon enjoy a relaxing Shikara ride on the lake – Its one of the most soothing & relaxing aspects of a holiday in Kashmir.

Overnight stay at the hotel or houseboat

DAY 02: PAHALGAM EXCURSION (By surface: 98 kms – 3 hrs)
In the morning your journey starts towards Pahalgam, en-route visit Saffron fields of Pampora, see the beautiful countryside, lots of rice fields and Awantipura ruins on the way.Awantipura Ruins (1100 years Old Temple) - Built in 09th century AD by King Avantivarman and dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. Situated 29 kms from Srinagar, the temple ruins at Awantipura represent some of the finest examples of architecture of this region. Later continue your drive to Pahalgam through the pine forest, the confluence of the streams flowing from the river Lidder & Sheshnag Lake which are famous for their scenic beauty.Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds) – It is a resort set in a pristine village lying next to the Lidder River. Once a humble shepherd’s village with breathtaking views. Now it is Kashmir’s premier resort, cool even during the heights of summer. It is situated at an altitude of 2,130 m above sea level and has a golf course at 2400 meters above the sea level.After having your lunch at local restaurant, proceed to have bridle walks and feed your cameras with the picture of magnificent view of mountains.

Afternoon drive back from Pahalgam to Srinagar, overnight stay at the hotel or houseboat.

DAY 03: srinagar city (By surface: 25 kms – 3 hrs)
Morning visit important sights of Srinagar City - Shankaracharya Temple & Mughal Gardens. Shankaracharya Temple (Hindu Shrine) – Situated on the highest hill of Srinagar, it is nearly one thousand feet above the city. The temple commands a magnificent panoramic view of the Srinagar city. It is devoted to lord Shiva.Nishat Bagh (Garden of Pleasure) – The largest Mughal garden situated on the banks of world famous Dal-Lake in the backdrop of Zabarwan hills encircles the Dal Lake.Shalimar Bagh (Garden of Pleasure) – It was planted by Mughal emperor Jehangir for Empress Noor Jahan in 1619 AD and later extended in 1727 A.D. by Shah Jahan.

Afternoon will be at leisure, free for independent activities.
Overnight stay at the hotel or houseboat

DAY 04: GULMARG excursion (by surface: 55 kms – 1.5 hrs)
Morning proceed for a picturesque drive to Gulmarg.

Gulmarg (Meadow of Gold) – It was discovered as a tourist destination by the British in the 19th century. Prior to that, Mughal emperors vacationed in the Gulmarg valley which is about 03 kms long and up-to 01 km wide. It is exquisitely situated in a pine surrounded basin of the Pir Panjal range at an altitude of 2,730 meters above sea level and one of the most famous tourist destinations of Kashmir. It also has one of the world’s highest green golf courses with 18 holes, as well as a clubhouse, which is a historical building in its own right.

Afternoon drive back from Gulmarg to Srinagar, overnight stay at the hotel or houseboat.

DAY 05: DEPART SRINAGAR
Morning you will be transferred to Srinagar airport in time to board flight to back home.