Kashmir Holiday Tour Via Jammu

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. Things to do like Skiing – Apharwat Peak,Gondola Ride – Kongdori Gulmarg Gondola,Trekking – Alpather Lake,Golfing – Gulmarg Golf Course,Bird Watching – Gulmarg Biosphere Reserve,Photography – Ningle Nallah,Pony Ride – Khilanmarg,Temple Visit – Ancient Temples Of Gulmarg overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar.

After breakfast at the hotel,you will proceed to Srinagar and visit important sights of Srinagar City – Mughal Gardens, Hazratbal Shrine, Shankaracharya temple stay overnight at Hotel. you will enjoy the shikar ride on Lake 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 hotel in Srinagar.

you will be driven from Srinagar to Pahalgam,en-route visit Saffron fields of Pampora, see the beautiful countryside, lots of rice fields and Awantipora ruins on the way, 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. Awantipora Ruins (1100 years Old Temple) - Built in 09th century AD by King Avantivarman and dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. Situated 29kms from Srinagar, the temple ruins at Awantipora represent some of the finest examples of architecture of this region. 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

After breakfast, enjoy Horse ride at Pahalgam (at your own cost). Around Pahalgam are many places of interest, and because the resort is set between fairly steep hills, it is worth hiring a pony rather than walking. The most beautiful of these is the huge, undulating meadow of Baisaran, surrounded by thickly wooded forests of pine. Hajan is an idyllic spot for a picnic. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

After breakfast Early in the Morning you will be transferred to Jammu in time to board the flight to back home.