Tour Code: FIT/3253

Majestic Kashmir Air Departure

6 Nights / 7 Days
Fixed Departure
Summer Special
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Cities : Srinagar (2N),Gulmarg (1N),Pahalgam (2N),Srinagar (1N)

Sightseeing

Srinagar, India
  • Garden Sightseeing Tour
  • Enjoy a Shikara Ride on Dal Lake
Pahalgam, India
  • Betaab Valley
  • Aru Valley
  • Pampore (Famous for Saffron Field)
  • Visit To Bat Factory
Gulmarg, India
  • Cable Car (Optional Cost)
Sonamarg, India
  • Sind Valley in Sonamarg

Meals

  • 6 Breakfast
  • 6 Dinner


Gulmarg:

  • Please note Gulmarg is a walking town. Vehicles of other cities are not allowed here. 
  • In summer the private car will drop the guest at the hotel booked & than the driver & vehicle will go back & stay at Tangmarg which is near to Gulmarg. 
  • In winter, snow can be difficult for walking so pony or snow scooter needs to be used. Private car cannot go up to Gulmarg town due to snow so a snow car needs to be hired by guest ( at optional cost ) to reach to the hotel.  
  • In Gulmarg, the cable car station is situated at the walking distance from almost all the hotels so one can go to cable car station by a walk or else through the pony.   

Note : 

  1. Betaab Valley
  2. Aru Valley

(Above 2 sightseeing’s will be in Local Union Vehicle of Kashmir like Tavera or Innova or similar)



Day wise travel itinerary

  • Day 1 :Srinagar

    Arrive Srinagar and transfer to Houseboat. Check in at the Houseboat & freshen-up. Evening visit Chashme Shahi & Pari Mahal. Return back to the houseboat for Dinner & overnight. 

    • Dinner
  • Day 2 :Srinagar– Sonmarg – Srinagar ( 80 kms , 2 hrs one way )

    Today after breakfast process to Sonmarg (Meadow of Gold). On the way one can enjoy the beauty of the Sind valley. Sonmarg is at a height of 2690mts above sea level. The blooming Valley has been chiselled over the ages by the mighty Indus River. On arrival enjoy the Thajiwas Glacier. One can hire pony to explore the place (at own cost). 

    Later return back to Srinagar. Evening enjoy the shikara ride in the Dal lake. A Shikara ride in Dal Lake is a great way to experience the beauty of Dal Lake and get a glimpse into the life of the locals. Dinner & overnight stay at the houseboat.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 3 :Srinagar – Gulmarg (140 km / 2 hours approx)

    Morning after breakfast proceed to visit Shalimar & Nishat Bagh & later drive to Gulmarg (Meadow of flowers) at a height of 8 800 feet above sea-level.  Here you will witness the beauty of the natural surroundings of Kashmir set out like a Doll's village, Gulmarg used to be a favorite hunt of the British in Summer and you will find the old fashion Hotels and shops in the village.  On arrival check-in to the hotel & freshen-up. Evening free to explore the town. Back to hotel for dinner & overnight.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 4 :Gulmarg – Pahalgam (140 kms / 3 hrs)

    This day after breakfast proceed to enjoy Gulmarg Activities at own cost. Go for famous Gondola Ride - Asia's highest and longest cable car. (Cable Car online booking in advance is recommended. Client needs to book the cable car tickets online on below link on their own https://www.jammukashmircablecar.com/) It’s a two-stage rope-way. The first stage transfers from Gulmarg to Kongdoori Station. The second stage takes skiers to a height of 3,747 m (12,293 ft). The timing of the gondola is 10 AM to 5 PM (It's highly dependent upon the weather at both stages). Return in the afternoon and proceed the journey to Pahalgam. Pahalgam is an idyllic resort located on the banks of river Lidder and Sheshnag. It is the base for several treks in the region and for the annual pilgrimage to the Holy Cave Shrine of Amarnath. The surroundings are ideal and allow for relaxation and leisure in the true spirit of traditional hill resort. On arrival transfer to hotel, check-in & freshen up. Dinner & Overnight at hotel.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 5 :Pahalgam

    Morning after breakfast visit to Aru valley. Aru valley is popular for its unique beautiful meadows .It is famous amongst the tourist for its peaceful environment and scenic beauty. The village is a base camp for trekkers to the Kolahoi Glacier. After that proceed for Betab valley. The valley got its name from film Betab. The valley is surrounded by lush green meadows, Snow Mountain and dense forest. Now drive back to pahalgam. Rest of the day free for personal activities & explore the town. Diner & overnight at the hotel.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 6 :Pahalgam - Srinagar (88km/2hours19minapprox)

    After breakfast depart for Srinagar. On arrival in Srinagar, explore the local shops & than check-in to the hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 7 :Depart

    After breakfast depart for airport to board the flight for your hometown.

    • Breakfast
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Sightseeing

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Betaab Valley

Betaab Valley was originally known as Hagan Valley or Hagoon. It is a wonderful place situated in the upper east side of Pahalgam. This valley attributed its name to the hit Bollywood film Betaab, which was shot in its beautiful encompassing in 1983. The valley is also an outstanding trekking base and campground for voyagers who are hoping to scout the nearby good country districts. The valley falls on the way to the famed Amarnath Temple Yatra.  This place is very nice for photography.

The region where Betaab Valley in Pahalgam is located was ruled by the Mughals till the 15th century. During the end of the 15th century, Mirza Muhammad Haidar Dughlat ruled the valley on behalf of Sultan Said Khan of Kashgar and later the valley again came under the rule of Mughal Emperor Humayun. Therefore, the history of Betaab valley takes you back to the Mughal Era. 

Things To Do :

1. One can enjoy Horse Riding

2. Explore a wide variety of flora consisting  of Pine, Walnut, Willow and Deodar trees.

3. Camping and Trekking

4. Amusement park for kids

5. Photo shoots of the landscape and experience wearing local kashmiri dress

6. Enjoy local kashmiri dishes

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Aru Valley

Aru valley is a tourist spot in the Anantnag District of Jammu & Kashmir. The Aru valley is noted for its scenic meadows. Most tourists come here for areas of peace and quiet in the lap of nature. Located 12 km from Pahalgam, 11 km upstream from the Lidder River. Noted for its scenic meadows, lakes and mountains. It is a base camp for trekking to the Kolhoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake. Despite being a small village Aru Valley is captivating with its scenic meadows and activities like horse riding, hiking and trekking.
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Pampore (Famous for Saffron Field)

It is the only place in the world after Spain that cultivates saffron, one of the most expensive spices globally. Situated on the eastern side of River Jhelum, around 15 km from Srinagar, Pampore is often called the saffron town of Kashmir.

Legend has it that around 500 BC, Persian rulers brought saffron to India and planted Persian saffron corms in the soil of Kashmir. Two sufi ascetics, Sheikh Sharif-u-d-din Wali and Khwaja Masood Wali, are said to have brought saffron to India between the 11th and 12th centuries. Till this day, the two saints are thanked during the harvesting season of saffron in late autumn. A tomb and a golden-domed shrine have been dedicated to them in Pampore.

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Visit To Bat Factory

We have heard of bats from Kookaburra Beast, Reebok Blast or Gray Nicholas Wyper brands. However, the bats from traditional Kashmiri willow factories is quite unheard of, for many.

Interestingly, two major places in the world, England and Kashmir, sources the willow used in the manufacturing of professional cricket bats. Willow from England (mainly from Essex area) is regarded supreme quality, whereas willow bats from Kashmir come in cheaper prices as compared to the British ones, and are comparatively heavy as its raw material is heavy. Many experts believe that Kashmiri willow bats lack the punch, while playing the shot as compared to their English counterparts and is considered ideal for beginners, but because it is cost effective, it makes a good substitute.

What is interesting is that the bark of willow trees/plants has been used as a traditional remedy for cold, fevers, and joint pains in many cultures for ages. Of the willow trees (scientific name, Salix Alba), a variety of white willow, also called cricket bat willow (variety cerulean) is used to make the cricket bats. The raw wood (without boiled) is treated with linseed oil which then serves as a protective layer. This wood is hard and withstands bumps or dent even after being hit by the ball, yet it is lightweight. British willow bats are whiter in colour, whereas the Kashmir willows are brownish in colour and the grain density of white willows is higher than Kashmir willow. Quality of the bat is higher if the grains are straighter and when there are less blemishes on the bat.

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