Tour Code: FTPL/BI/1408

Majestic Kashmir Experience Tour - Ex Pune

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

Sightseeing

Srinagar, India
  • Garden Sightseeing Tour
  • Enjoy a Shikara Ride on Dal Lake
  • Shankaracharya Temple
  • Hazratbal Shrine Mosque
Pahalgam, India
  • Betaab Valley
  • Aru Valley
  • Chandanwari
  • Pampore (Famous for Saffron Felid)
  • Bat Factory
  • Avanti Swami Temple Ruins
Gulmarg, India
  • Gondola Cable Car Ride
Sonamarg, India
  • Sind Valley in Sonamarg
  • Thajiwas Glacier ( Pony ride at own cost )

Meals

  • 6 Light lunch
  • 6 Breakfast
  • 6 Dinner

Flamingo Flavours

  • Local Kawa 
  • Souvenir gift 
  • Masala Chai
  • Music & Garba Evening 
  • Floating Market Experience
  • Visit to Apple Farm
  • Local assistance in Gulmarg 


Gulmarg Notes :

  • Gulmarg Cable Car (at optional cost) – Client needs to book the cable car tickets online on below link on their own. FLAMINGO IS NOT TAKING THE COST FOR THE SAME SO IF AT ALL CLIENT DOES NOT GET THE ONLINE BOOKING OF GONDOLA RIDE THAN THERE CANNOT BE ANY REFUND POSSIBLE. https://www.jammukashmircablecar.com/
  • Please note Gulmarg is a walking town. Vehicles of other cities are not allowed here. So only for pick-up & drop during your hotel c/in & c/out the vehicle will come than it will go back to Tanmarg town.
  • When there is snow on the roads , the common 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. This optional cost has to be paid by the guest directly to the driver.
  • Senior citizens or family with kids who finds difficult to explore Gulmarg town by walk can even hire a pony or a local union car to explore Gulmarg town at optional cost.
  • 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 or union car (cost is optional). 


Note : 

  1. Betaab Valley
  2. Aru Valley
  3. Chandan Vari

(Above 3 sightseeing’s will be in Local Union Vehicle of Kashmir like Tavera 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 & Hazratbal Mosque. Return back to the houseboat for Dinner & overnight.

    • Dinner
  • Day 2 :Srinagar - Gulmarg (140 km / 2 hours approx.)

    Morning after breakfast visit Shankracharya temple & later proceed for 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 c/in to the hotel. Evening free to relax & enjoy the town by walk . Dinner & overnight at the hotel. 

    • Light lunch
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 3 :Gulmarg - Pahalgam (140 km/3 hours approx)
    Today after breakfast enjoy the 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). Later proceed for 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. 
    • Light lunch
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 4 : 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. Also visit the Chnadanwari. Now drive back to pahalgam. Rest of the day free for personal activities & explore the town. Diner & overnight at the hotel. 

    • Light lunch
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 5 :Pahalgam - Srinagar (88km/2hours19minapprox)

    After breakfast depart for Srinagar. Enroute visit the Avantipur Ruins.

    On arrival in Srinagar, visit the Shalimar & Nishat Bagh & explore the local shops & than check-in to the hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel. 

    • Light lunch
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 6 :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 chiseled 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 hotel. 

    • Light lunch
    • 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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Chandanwari

Timings : Any time during the day

Chandanwari is very popular for being the base or starting point of the famous Hindu pilgrimage site, the Sri Amarnath Yatra, which begins in June and ends in August. It is situated at an altitude of 2,895 meters, and about 16 kilometres from Pahalgam. If you are looking for an outlandish tourist place in Jammu and Kashmir where you can relax in the company of nature, then you should visit this place. It is blessed with pleasing beauty, the River Lidder flows closely, and is famous for its landscape, as it is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Chandanwari is covered in snow from November to May, and one can see the breathtaking view of the melting glaciers in the Lidder River.

Exclusion :

1. Horse Ride/Pony Ride
2. Vehicle cost from Pahalgam to Chandanwari as union vehicle is only permitted to visit this place. 

Important Note :

The above sightseeing is  pre-bookable, the rates may vary from supplier to supplier. This has to be booked & pay directly on spot. The rates given are just for reference and planning purpose only.
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Pampore (Famous for Saffron Felid)

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.

Exclusion : 
Vehicle cost

Important note :
This place can be visited enroute during Pahalgam local sightseeing if you have opted for vehicle on disposal
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Bat Factory

Timings : Any time during the day

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.

Exclusion :

Vehicle cost

Important Note :

The given sightseeing can be done if have hired vehicle for the full day or planning to take one. However it is at discretion of vehicle company to do it. Also one has to make sure that the same falls in given kilometer limits by the company.
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Avanti Swami Temple Ruins

The weather was beginning to get moody again as we stopped outside the Awantiswami Vishnu temple entrance. Nature was hinting a downpour soon. That put a clock on my time to explore the temple. I entered the gate, and the temple now lying in ruins welcomed me. Stones of all kinds, big, small, carved, gravelled, structured, etc. were scattered around. They were now taken in by nature that grew around them, and some, on them. I looked up, even the sky was taken over by clouds. 

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Gallery

  • Pampore (Famous for Saffron Field)
    Pampore (Famous for Saffron Field)
  • Mughal Gardens
    Mughal Gardens
  • Shalimar Bagh
    Shalimar Bagh
  • Nishat Bagh
    Nishat Bagh
  • Shalimar Bagh Mughal Garden
    Shalimar Bagh Mughal Garden
  • Gulmarg City
    Gulmarg City
  • Apple Orchard
    Apple Orchard
  • Aru Valley
    Aru Valley
  • Chandanwari
    Chandanwari
  • Pahalgam City
    Pahalgam City
  • Pampore (Famous for Saffron Field)
    Pampore (Famous for Saffron Field)
  • Chashma Shahi Gardens
  • Mughal Gardens
  • Shalimar Bagh
  • Nishat Bagh
  • Shalimar Bagh Mughal Garden
  • Gulmarg City
  • Apple Orchard
  • Aru Valley
  • Chandanwari
  • Pahalgam City
  • Pampore (Famous for Saffron Field)
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