Kashmir with Amarnath Yatra

  • 09 Nights/10 Days
  • india
  • Delhi – Srinagar – Gulmarg – Pahalgam – Srinagar – Sonamarg – Srinagar/Delhi

About the Tour

Explore Kashmir ,Paradise on earth in atour that spans over 5Days and visit place like Gulmarg,Sonmarg,Srinagar,Pahalgam with various activates like Shikara and Pony rides. You can enjoy skiing in one of Asia’s best skiing destinations, Gulmarg. Once you step inside the Mughal Gardens, chances are that you wouldn’t want to leave. It’s time you book this tour and pack your bags. During the tour, there is going to be a lot of trekking. 

Highlights

  • Enjoy Shikara on Dal Lake, Srinagar
  • Visit Mughal Gardens of Srinagar
  • Enjoy adventure activities in Pahalgam
  • Take pony to Thajiwas Glacier, Gulmarg
  • Darshan of the Ice Lingam at the Amarnath Cave

Day 1:    Arrive Delhi
Upon your arrival at Delhi International airport, you will be met by our office airport representative. After a warm welcome at the airport, you will be driven to your pre-booked hotel and our representative will assist you in check-in formalities. Get some rest or explore the city by walk. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2:    Full day sightseeing in Delhi
Today morning after breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to start your excursion with Qutub Minar, it’s named after Qutub-ud-din Aibak, the first Sultan of the Mamluk Dynasty, This is the victory tower of Mughal, which indicated the beginning of Muslim rule in India. Visit Humayun's tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum, in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid Muhammad, Persian architects chosen by her. 
Then drive to visit India Gate, it was built to commemorate the death of India soldiers, who were killed in the North West Province during the First World War and the Afghan Conquest of 1919. Later visit President House, The official residence of the President of India. Drive pass Parliament Street and move to Connaught Place for Lunch. From here you will head to Jama Masjid, it was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1650 and 1656, Jama Masjid is one of the biggest Mosques in India. Drive pass Red Fort and move the head towards Laxmi Narayan Temple located in the heart of Delhi, also known as the Birla Mandir, this beautifully decorated Hindu temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and his consort Lakshmi. Then drive to Lotus Temple, a lotus-shaped outline has etched itself on the consciousness of the city's inhabitants, capturing their imagination, fueling their curiosity, and revolutionizing the concept of worship. Evening drive back to the hotel for an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3:     Flight Delhi – Srinagar (UK 611, 10:30 / 12:00)
Arrival at Srinagar airport, meeting with office representative transfer to the hotel/ houseboat. By late afternoon, walk till the scenic Boulevard Road that is situated along the picturesque Dal Lake. While walking on this road, you can also enjoy the stunning views of the Zabarwan Mountain Ranges along with a 2 hours Shikara ride in the Dal Lake. Completing the ride, return to the hotel for your dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4:     Full day sightseeing in Srinagar
After breakfast at the hotel, start your sightseeing with Mughal Garden, visit Shalimar Bagh; Built by Emperor Jehangir for his wife Nur Jehan, Shalimar, 15kms from the TRC, is a beautiful garden with sweeping vistas over gardens and lakes, and shallow terraces. Nishat Bagh: Situated on the banks of the Dal Lake, with the Zabarwan Mountains as its backdrop, (11 km. from TRC), this 'garden of bliss' commands a magnificent view of the lake and the snow-capped Pir Panjal mountain range which stands far away to the west of the valley.

Chashma Shahi is a tastefully laid garden in terraces, which commands a magnificent view of the Dal Lake below and surrounding mountain ranges. Pari Mahal, once the royal observatory, Pari Mahal has a charmingly laid out garden and is a five-minute drive from Cheshmashahi. A Buddhist monastery at one time, it was converted into a school of astrology by Dara Shikoh, Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan's eldest son. 

Late Afternoon visit Shankaracharya Temple, the sacred temple of Shankaracharya occupies the top of the hills known as Takht-I-Sulaiman in the south-east of Srinagar. It overlooks the Valley and can be approached by a motorable road. Overnight at hotel / Houseboat.

Day 5:   Drive Srinagar – Gulmarg (56kms/ 2hrs approx)
After breakfast in the morning, proceed towards Gulmarg. Enroute you get to see the beautiful Tangmarg town and drive ahead on a scenic drive of 14 kilometers to Gulmarg. Arrive in Gulmarg early in the afternoon and check-in at the hotel. Later, begin a short tour, boarding the Gondola cable car system (the 08 minutes ropeway). Descend back to Gulmarg after an hour and later indulge in some horse-riding. Overnight stay at Gulmarg. 

Day 6:    Drive Gulmarg – Pahalgam (142kms/ 4-5hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel, drive to Pahalgam the Valley of Shepherds 7,000 ft. above sea level. On the way visit the famous Saffron growing fields and Awantipur Ruins (1100 years old temple of Lord Vishnu built by King Awantivarman), enjoy the beautiful countryside on the way. Drive through the pine forest. On arrival check-in at the hotel.

Pahalgam; situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder River, Pahalgam (2,130 m) was once a humble shepherd's village with breathtaking views. The most beautiful of these is the huge, undulating meadow of Baisaran, surrounded by thickly wooded forests of pine. Hajan, on the way to Chandanwari, is an idyllic spot for a picnic. Pahalgam has within it no fewer than eight tiny villages, one of which is Mamal. There is a Shiva temple here, generally considered to be Kashmir's oldest existing temple, dating to the 5th century. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7:   Drive Pahalgam – Srinagar (96kms / 3hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel, visit Chandanwari or Aru on ponies. Afternoon drive to Srinagar, check-in at hotel / Houseboat. Free for personal activities. Overnight at hotel/houseboat.

Day 8:    Drive Srinagar – Sonamarg (83kms/ 2hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel, drive to Sonmarg check-in at the hotel.
Sonamarg is situated at a height of 2740 m in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Sonamarg is a small and beautiful hill resort. Sonamarg literally means the 'Meadow of Gold' and is known so due to the flowers that wraps the meadow in the spring. In the earlier days, Sonamarg lies on the main trading route into central Asia. Sonamarg is the last major point in the Kashmir valley before the Zoji La pass into Ladakh. At the pass, the green and lush Kashmiri landscape changes to the barren and dry landscape of Ladakh. The drive to Sonamarg is through the Sindh. Valley which presents another facet of the countryside in Kashmir and has snowy mountains in its backdrop. Sonamarg is the main base for the treks that passes along several mountain lakes like the Vishansar, Kishansar, Gadsar, Satsar, and Gangabal. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9:    Drive Sonamarg – Baltal – Amarnathji – Baltal – Sonamarg
Early morning after breakfast drive to Baltal 15km from Sonamarg at an altitude of 2743m, is the base camp of Amarnathji yatra. The meandering trek of 14km from Baltal leads to the Holy Cave. You can easily return the same day by early evening to Baltal Ponies and Dandy from Baltal can also be hired at fixed government rates. Helicopter Services are also available during the yatra period. After darshan returns to Baltal and drive back to Sonamarg. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10:   Drive Sonamarg – Srinagar (83kms / 2hrs approx) | Flight Srinagar – Delhi (6E 2694, 15:05 / 16:35)
Breakfast at hotel drive to Srinagar. From Srinagar board flight for Delhi, from Delhi board connecting flight for your home country.

Inclusions

  • Accommodation on Single / Twin / Double sharing basis in offered hotels or similar. 
  • Daily breakfast at the hotel
  • All transfers and excursions will be covered by air-conditioned vehicle. 
  • Complimentary Mineral water bottle during your tour is provided in the car
  • Services of Local English Speaking Guide for sightseeing.
  • Currently applicable taxes.

Exclusions

  • Camera charges at any monument to be paid by the guest directly
  • Any airfare international/ domestic
  • Any insurance
  • Lunch or Dinner unless supplement for the same has opted.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • And anything not mentioned in Inclusions.

Tour Notes

  • Room category in all packages are the base category rooms 
  • Christmas & New Year gala dinner charges are on a direct pay basis at the hotel by guest.
  • In case we are not able to provide the same hotels as mentioned, then we shall provide similar alternate properties, change in the cost if any will be advised.

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