Kashmir Houseboat Tour
Itinerary of Kashmir Houseboat Tour
Package Type:3 Nights | 4 Days
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Destination Covered:Srinagar, Houseboat and Gulmarg
Tour Details:
Want to experience the best of Kashmir!Then you ought to visit the floating houses on the waters of Dal Lake- the Houseboats. Visit this pristine ‘land of Sufis’ and sojourn in one of the loveliest houseboats and add anexceptional flavor to your staying experience. In this package we offer you one of the exclusive visits and stay on a houseboat and also Shikara rides on Dal Lake. Also one of its kind, the floating vegetable market and similar unique things with us.
The fun and excitement of the tour will take a step further with Shikara rides in the stunning Dal Lake, walk along the Boulevard Road, pony ride to Thajwas Glacier, trek to Khilanmarg and several other enjoyable experiences. Also, during the 4 delightful days, you will be visiting Sonamarg and Gulmarg along with Srinagar.
Short Itinerary:
- Day 01: Arrival in Srinagar.
- Day 02: Srinagar – Sonamarg – Srinagar (100 km / 3 Hours).
- Day 03: Srinagar – Gulmarg (60 km / 2-3 Hours).
- Day 04: Gulmarg – Srinagar (65 km /2-3 Hours) Departure from Srinagar.
Long Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar
Day Schedule: With your arrival in the city, our welcomingrepresentatives will receive you, and get you checked-in a neighboring hotel or in an exotic houseboat on the Dal Lake itself. After checking-in, take some rest and after revitalizing yourself, get ready for a pleasant walk on the Boulevard Road. Situated around the charismatic Dal Lake, the walk along the road will also offer you captivating views of the picturesque Zabarwan Mountain Ranges.
Keeping the vigor alive experience a 2 hours Shikara Ride in the Dal Lake. Relish this wonderful experience and feast on the enthrallingsplendor and charm of the lake. After you had your fill return to your hotel or houseboat, enjoy your dinner and a pleasing stay and be prepared for tomorrow.
Activities we prefer:
- Walk around the Boulevard road.
- Splendid Dal Lake.
- Char Chinari.
- Shikara Ride.
Day 2: Drive from Srinagar- Sonamarg – Srinagar (100 km / 3 Hours)
Day Schedule: After enjoying the beauty and various activities in the capital city Srinagar we hail for our next scenic destination of Sonamarg. After finishing breakfast the drive will almost take up to 3 hours max.
Popularly called the ‘Meadow of Gold’, Sonamarg is situated at an altitude of 9,000 ft. above sea level and lies in the picturesque Sindh Valley. Snuggledwithincolorful and ornamentalflowers, lush green meadows, your arrival in the hill station will be greeted by majestic mountains, alpine trees, rivers to add an extra zing. Take an exciting pony ride to the Thajwas Glacier, which serves as one of the paramount Sonamarg charms. On your return from the glacier and feasting on the virgin natural beauty of this place you will be driven back to Srinagar where tasty dinner will be waiting with a peaceful overnight rest.
Preferred activities:
- Pony ride.
- Thajwas Glacier (3 km from city center).
- Zoji-La Pass.
- Nilagrad River.
- Gangabal Trek.
- Baltal Valley.
- White River Rafting.
Day 3: Drive from Srinagar to Gulmarg (60 km / 2 Hours)
Day Schedule: The next day being reserved for Gulmarg will surely bring a smile to your face. After breakfast we will drive you all the way to India’s best hill station of Gulmarg. The distance to be covered is approx. 60 km. within 2 hours. The drive itself is full filled as one can witness the rural village around the main highway, river streams, bustling markets, forests, orchards, Pir Panjal Mountain range and alpine forest cover amongst other scenic attributes.
Situated at an altitude of 2,730m, Gulmarg or the ‘Meadow of Gold’ is one of the supremewidespread and premier visited skiing destinations in the entire world. It is also here that one can visit the highest golf course in the world and also world’s highest Gondola going high up to Mount Affarwat.
The drive is filled with various iconic scenic and panoramic views of the Nanga Parbat and Tangmarg that will behold all your attentions for sure! Arriving in Gulmarg and with dozens of activities one can undertake including, trekking, nature walks, camping, zorbing, horse riding, photography, bike ride etc. At the end of the day, check-in into a hotel and enjoy your dinner with an overnight stay.
Preferred activities:
- Horse riding.
- Hiking, Nature walk, Camping, Trekking.
- Skiing and Snowboarding (Winters).
- Frozen Lake trek.
- Mount Affarwat.
Gondola Cable Car ride, Chair Lift ride.
Day 4: Drive from Gulmarg to Srinagar for departure.
Day Schedule: The last day of your tour and we start as per your flight departure schedule. We advise for an early start as the roads experience heavy traffic at times. Our esteem clients will be driven back till Srinagar Airport where they can board their further adventure, with tons of wishes from our side.
Happy journey ahead!
Main Spotlights of the Tour:
Srinagar, Houseboats, Boulevard Road, Zabarwan Mountain Ranges, Shikara Ride, Dal Lake, Sonamarg, Thajwas Glacier, Gulmarg, Gondola, Chair Lift, Nanga Parbat, Tangmarg Trek to Khilanmarg.
Inclusions:
- Transfers.
- Lodgings.
- Meals.
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