Welcome to Kashmir Yatra
Hotels quoted are subjected to availability, in case non-availability similar category Hotels shall be offered prior to booking. In Houseboats stay: During cold waves in parts of Jammu Kashmir, houseboats face immense hardships in terms of water supply and irregular electricity therefore alternatively the water supply in washroom areas might be provided in buckets. In Gulmarg: During heavy snowfall, there will be a change of vehicle in Tangmarg which is about 14 kms before Gulmarg. Snow Jeeps or chained vehicles will be used from there up to Gulmarg and back for which the clients have to pay an additional amount of INR: 2000/- for return trip. In Pahalgam: Sightseeing of Chandanwari, Betaab Valley, and Aru Valley are not included in our packages and can be done via union cabs on direct payment. Sightseeing to Baisaran valley via ponies are not included and can be done on direct payment basis ( highly bargainable) It is not mandatory for guests to take ponies in Gulmarg & Pahalgam to visit all the important tourist spots, all the major tourist attraction points are in close proximity so you can walk it down. However, if still you wish to take a pony ride / sledging / rafting etc the rates are highly negotiable. Please bargain to your max. In Sonmarg: The vehicle is allowed to drop at main Sonamarg and from there onwards one has to walk up to Thajiwas or one can go by ponies on direct payment. Postpaid connection with roaming facility works in J&K. In Katra for Pithu / Palki / Pony services Municipal Committee Katra has fixed the rates and they are displayed on the rate card outside their booking office at Banganga. If someone is over charging above the listed rates it's up to you how hard you can bargain. For Shopping :- Dry Fruits / Rajma / Basmati Rice / Handicraft / Woolens / Carpets/ Saffron / Cricket Bats Srinagar :- Lal Chowk / Boulevard For Kashmiri Wazwan Food :- Aadhoos at Lal Chowk Srinagar is the best place and Mutton Kebab at Gee Enn Bakers - Residency Road. For Vegetarian Food in Srinagar :- Krishna Dhaba is the best place. If need to modify the quote/itinerary or if price is not fitting in your budget, then let agent know directly NOTE: CHILDREN BELOW AGE OF 5 YEARS ARE COMPLIMENTARY In case you have any questions, feel free to reach me. I look forward to your revert
Day 1: AIRPORT PICK UP & LOCAL SIGHTSEEING :-
On your arrival at the Srinagar Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative who will assist and escort you to your waiting vehicle and drive Straights To Srinagar city ..Later Full day sightseeing of world Famous Mughal gardens of Nishat ,Shalimar,Chashma shahi and Pari mahal.Built in between a period of 14 years the two gardens are a heritage left behind by the erstwhile Mughals, whose taste for laying exquisite gardens was fascinating. With a backdrop of the sprawling Zabarwan mountains, the gardens boast of green turfs, blooming flowers and cascading water fountains. In the evening Shikara Ride in Dal Lake for 1 hour. Overnight Stay at Houseboat In Srinagar
Day 2: GULMARG DAY TRIP:-
After breakfast, we will begin our tour towards Gulmarg. The drive past colorful villages and rice fields, gives you an insight of the rich cultural past of Kashmir. We arrive at a small picturesque market town of Tangmarg and drive ahead on a scenic drive of 14 kilometers to Gulmarg. In Gulmarg One Can board the Gondola cable car system, and ascend towards the Affarwat Mountain range. The 08 minutes of ropeway will take you past colorful shepherd hutments to the lower ridge of the Afarwat peak. From here you can click photos of the nearby mountain ranges that stand tall like sentinels guarding the rich natural beauty of Kashmir valley. We will descend back to Gulmarg base after an hour or so. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Srinagar.
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In Gulmarg: During heavy snowfall, there will be a change of vehicle in Tangmarg which is about 14 kms before Gulmarg. Snow Jeeps or chained vehicles will be used from there up to Gulmarg and back for which the clients have to pay on direct payment basis..
Day 3: PAHALGAM DAY TRIP & HOTEL/HOUSEBOAT STAY:-
After breakfast leave from Srinagar and drive towards Pahalgam. We drive past the saffron fields of Pampore, the marvelous ruins of Avantipur and the village of Bijbehara which remains famous as the breadbasket of Kashmir. You can even sample a few exotic breads sold by vendors near the road. We switch to the national highway at Khanabal and drive through the second largest city of Anantnag. From here the road turns scenic as we drive parallel on the Lidder river flowing from the opposite direction. On the way one can enjoy tea at Apple Valley. On reaching Pahalgam one can visit the famous Lidder stream river. Overnight stay at Hotel/Houseboat in Srinagar.
NOTE:- In Pahalgam Sightseeing of Chandanwari, Betaab Valley, Baisaran Valley and Aru Valley are not included. If one wishes to visit the same, they can hire a taxi directly at Pahalgam on direct payment basis.
Day 4: SRINAGAR TO KARGIL OVERNIGHT VIA SONMARG :-
On your arrival at the Srinagar airport our driver will Pick up from Srinagar Airport and drive to the majestic mountain resort of Sonamarg. The route towards Sonamarg takes us on a picturesque countryside drive where we will come across rolling hills, green forests, clear water streams and blooming rice fields. We will zoom past the town of Kangan which handles all the local needs of this region. We will once again alight from our vehicles at the tourist spot of Gagangir. The spot is built in the middle of the river Sindh and looks like an island with snow glaciers covering one or the other spot. In Sonamarg one can take a 3 hour walk or horseback trip( By ponies) to the Thajiwas glacier. Later on we will start our drive towards kargil. In the evening check-in to the Hotel in Kargil. Overnight stay at Hotel in Kargil.
Day 5: KARGIL TO LEH OVERNIGHT:-
After breakfast Proceed to Lehl,This will be about an 8-10 hours journey depending on your speed and breaks you take. On the way you can see places like Lamayuru-sangam river-Magnetic Hill. Reach Leh check into the hotel. Later visit to Gurduwara pathar Sahib Constructed in the memory of Guru Nanak Ji and Hall Of fame. Later Check into the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 6: LEH LOCAL SIGHTSEEING :-
After breakfast, take some rest for acclimatization which is a must for the rest of the day to avoid high altitude sickness. You will feel the elevation as it's a big jump from sea-level to 3500 meters, and it will take your body a few days to adjust to this altitude. It's very important to drink plenty of water, and to not over-exert yourself while wandering around Leh. Evening visit Shanti Stupa , leh palace & Leh market Overnight stay in Leh.
Day 7: NUBRA OVERNIGHT:-
Today after an early breakfast you would be driven to Nubra Valley. Enroute visit Khardung-la-pass, the highest motorable road in the world at 18,380ft. Nubra Valley is popularly known as Ldorma or the valley of flowers. It is situated to the north of Ladakh between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. Arrive at Hunder & check in at Hotel/Camps. Later visit Diskit Village & enjoy the Camel ride on sand dunes. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel in Nubra.
Day 8: NUBRA TO PANGONG OVERNIGHT:-
Today after breakfast, check out from the Hotel & drive to Pangong Lake, east to the Leh after crossing Chang-la (Pass) (17500 ft) and driving via Durbuk and Tangtse villages in the Changthang region of Ladakh and perhaps one of the most amazing lakes in Asia which changes its color 4 - 5 times a day. In the evening drive back to leh. Check into the hotel. Overnight stay at Pangong.
Day 9: PANGONG TO LEH RETURN:-
After breakfast, return back to Leh in the evening Check into the hotel for Overnight stay.
Day 10: LEH AIRPORT DROP:-
After breakfast, check out from the hotel in the morning & drop at Leh Airport For you to connect your onward destination with the Happy Memories.