You
will be met by our representative at the Srinagar airport. He will assist and
transfer you to the houseboat . After relaxation Leave for
sightseeing of the Mughal Gardens, visiting Nishat Bagh built by Asaf Khan, the
brother -in- law of Jahangir in 1632 AD, and Shalimar Bagh built by Jahangir
for his wife empress Nur Jahan. All the gardens are situated on the banks of
the Dal Lake with the Zabarwan hills in the background.
In
the Evening you take a Shikara ride on Dal Lake, where you visit the floating
vegetable gardens. While riding the Shikara’s there are plenty of opportunities
for bird watching with plentiful species including Kingfisher, Little Bittern,
Common Pariah Kites, Grebe etc. Dinner and Overnight in
Srinagar Houseboat.
After breakfast,
leave for Sonmarg (Meadow of Gold). The distance of about 83 kms, will be
covered in about 3 hrs. Sonmarg lies in Sindh Valley streamed with flowers and
surrounded by mountains. Sonmarg is also the base for some interesting treks to
the high altitude Himalayan Lakes. Later come back to Srinagar. Dinner and
overnight in hotel.
Drive to Gulmarg
(Meadow of Flowers) 2730 Mts. above sea level. The distance of 60 kms will be
covered in about 2 hrs. Gulmarg has one of the best Ski slopes in the world and
highest golf course of the world with 18 holes. One can also have the view of
Nanga Parbhat if weather permits. The view Enroute from Tangmarg to Gulmarg is
fascinating. One can also have a short trek up to Khilangmarg which can be
covered in about 3 to 4 hrs. In Gulmarg you can cover Khir Bhawani temple,
gondola ride (on direct payment basis). Dinner overnight in Gulmarg hotel.
After breakfast drive to Pahalgam (The valley of shepherds).The
total distance is about 130 kms, will be covered in about 4 hours.
En-route, visiting the saffron fields of pampore, Awantipura Ruins
(1100 years old temple of Lord Vishnu built by the King Awantivarman),
and enjoy the beautiful countryside. Drive through the pine forests. Arrive at
Pahalgam and enjoy Lidder stream. Later walk along pony trails with a
magnificent view of the mountains. Dinner and overnight in Pahalgam hotel.
After Breakfast, check out and drop you at Srinagar Airport
for your onward Journey