Kashmir Weekend Tour
Itinerary of Kashmir Weekend Tour
Package Duration:6 Nights | 7 Days
Package Cost: - Ask for a quote
Destination Covered:Srinagar - Pahalgam - Gulmarg - Srinagar
Tour Details:
Celebrated for its natural perfection, Kashmir is among the finest retreats for holidaymakers. It pacifies their eyes with the relishingoutlooks of the Dal Lake, Mughal Gardens, Gulmarg, lofty snowy landscape and more. If you desire to relax in the exquisitegrandeur of this divine destination without any hassle, We The Backpackers is the perfect place. In this tour package you get to explore the magnificence of Srinagar via the renowned Mughal Gardens, Shikara ride on the Dal Lake and a lot more in local sightseeing tour. Moreover, also a visit to Asia’s premier hill station of Gulmarg. Also, visit to the basecamp for Holy Amarnath Yatra, lots more. So much stuff at a cheap price with us. So, what next, avail the Kashmir Weekend Tour Package with us!
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Srinagar
Arrive in Srinagar, the capital city of the state and our well qualified representatives will get you checked in in your favorite hotel or houseboat as you desire. The city is famous for its lakes dotted with Shikara’s and myriad Gardens adding to the beauty of this city. Further during the day, one can enjoy Shikara ride to Nehru Park in the evening at own cost, walk on the Boulevard road beside the Dal Lake. After you return, dinner can be served at you staying place or even enjoyed outside at the banks of Dal Lake as you wish with overnight stay in the Houseboat or hotel.
Activities preferred:
- Shikara Ride.
- Dal Lake.
- Char Chinari.
- Nehru Park.
- Boulevard Road stroll.
- Photography.
Day 02: Pahalgam (100 km in 3 Hours)
Day Schedule: After today’s breakfast in the houseboat or at the hotel, we take an enthralling drive through the scenic trials that connects Srinagar and Pahalgam. En route one can witness the awesome saffron bowls, the magnificent Avantipura pre-historic ruins, the AnantnagSulphur Springs and the village of Bijbehara which remains famous as the bread basket of Kashmir. At Khanabal we drive through the second largest city of Anantnag and from here the road turns altogether scenic as we drive parallel on the famous River Lidder flowing from the opposite direction. Also known as the ‘Valley of the Shepherds’, Pahalgam is one of the most picturesque and popular hill stations in the whole country. With lots of sightseeing including the Rocky Valleys of Chandanwadi, Snow Point, Betaab valley and more. In the evening we drive back to our staying place in Srinagar.
Activities preferred:
- Horse riding.
- Hiking, trekking, camping.
- Chandanwadi visit.
- Holy Amarnath Shrine.
- Betaab valley.
- River Lidder.
- Aru valley.
Day 03: Srinagar - Gulmarg – Srinagar(60 km in about 2 ½ Hours)
Today morning after breakfast you will continue the tour with a full day outing to Gulmarg. The drive itself is fun and scenic all the way to your destination. The best skiing destination in the entire country, this hill station is also the home to the highest golf course (18 holes) in the world and the world’s highest Gondola ride all the way to Mount Affarwat at 14,000 ft. above sea level. Gulmarg also referred to as ‘Meadow of Flowers’ offers ample opportunity for full day at vacationfor anyone keen to wanderlust and relish the natural untouched beauty.Trek to Khilanmarg or a pony ride up the hill will acquaint your with the natural blessings this place has to offer. Also take a ride on the world’s highest Gondola up to Mount Affarwat and the Chair lift till Mary’s Shoulder at 13,500 ft. approximately.From here one can witness the great panoramic grandeur of the valley and the snow clad peaks, the Nanga Parbat mountainous range, the Pir Panjal range. Later we drive back to Srinagar for overnight stay or stay in Gulmarg itself in a hotel as the client wishes.
Activities preferred:
- Horse riding.
- Hiking, trekking, camping.
- Frozen Lake trek.
- Skiing, snowboarding, ice skating (winters).
- Mount Affarwat.
- Gondola and Chair Lift rides.
- Zorbing, tobogganing.
- Round circle drive.
After having breakfast in the Gulmarg hotel, you will be driven to the airport from where you can continue your further journey.
OR
If previously decided to move to Srinagar then after breakfast we will transfer you to the airport with Sweet Memories for onward flight back home.
Main Spotlights of the Tour:
Srinagar, Boulevard Road, Dal Lake, Zabarwan Mountain Ranges, Shikara Ride, Mughal Gardens, Shalimar Bagh, River Jhelum, Nishat Bagh, Tulip Garden, Pahalgam, Avantipura Ruins, Gondola ride, Chair Lift ride, Chandanwadi, Snow Point, Pony Ride, Lidder River, Nanga Parbat, Tangmarg, Khilanmarg, Mount Affarwat, Mountains Rides, Mughal Gardens,CheshmaShahi, PariMahal, The Shankaracharya Temple.
Inclusions:
- Transfers.
- Lodgings.
- Meals.
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