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Kashmir - Paradise on Earth
Kashmir,
a verdant green valley, well nestled in the Himalayas against the backdrop of
snow-capped mountains is said to be the Paradise on Earth. The silvery lakes
and sparkling fresh water streams, pine and deodar forests, green meadows and
grassy slopes mark this magical land. Surrounded on both sides by River Jhelum
the valley of Kashmir comprises of Kishtwar, Ladakh & Zanskar ranges. A
tour to Kashmir takes you to the land of amazing beauty, exquisite fruits and
exotic flora.
The most magnificent trees native to Kashmir are the Chinar trees found uniformly
throughout the valley. Mountain ranges in the valley have dense deodar, pine
and fir trees. Walnut, willow, almond and cider add up to the floral wealth
of Kashmir. The hilly regions of Doda, Udhampur, Poonch and Rajouri have leopard,
cheetah and deer, wild sheep, bear, brown musk shrew, and muskrat. The dense
forests of Kashmir are ideal for sport lovers and adventure bugs.
In Kashmir Tour, one should not miss the unique experience of staying in the
houseboat constructed of cedar wood floating on the Dal lake. The well furnished
houseboats popularly known as Shikaras offer all you need for a luxurious stay.
Apart from houseboats, there are also some good economy hotels that are economic
enough to meet the traveller's requirements.
Duration : 09 Night - 10 Days
Places Covered : Delhi - Amritsar - Patnitop - Srinagar - Leh - Delhi
Day 01 : ARRIVE DELHI
Met upon arrival and transfer to Hotel…. Evening is at leisure. Stay at
hotel for 01 night.
Day 02 : DELHI – AMRITSAR
Early in the morning enjoy a city tour of Old Delhi i.e. visit to Red Fort,
Jama Masjid, Rajghat - Gandhi’s Crematorium centre, rickshaw ride through
old Bazaars of Chandni Chownk & others. Later in the afternoon transfer
to New Delhi Railway station to board train to Amritsar…..
(Shatabdi Express, Dep 1600/ Arr 2200 Hours, Air-Conditioned Chair car)….
Met upon arrival and transfer to Hotel. Afternoon is at leisure….. Stay
at hotel for 01 night.
Day 03 : AMRITSAR – JAMMU
Enjoy a city tour of Amritsar i.e. visit to Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh,
Mata Vaishno Temple, Moving Sikh Temple – incredible & in the evening
enjoy an excursion to Wagah Border. Later in the evening transfer to railway
station in time to board overnight train to Jammu.
( FZR JAT Express, Dep 2330 / Arr 0455 Hours, 2nd Air Conditioned Sleeper
class )
Day
04 : JAMMU – PATNITOP – SRINAGAR
Met upon arrival and drive to Srinagar enroute visiting Patnitop – Honeymooner’s
Paradise ( 300 Kilometers / about 07 Hours ). Upon arrival transfer to a deluxe
Houseboat in Srinagar. Later in the evening enjoy a Shikara ride in Dal Lake
and enjoying Floating Market…
Stay at house boat for 04 nights.
Day 05 : SRINAGAR – GULMARG – SRINAGAR
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 upto Khilangmarg which
can be covered in about 3 to 4 hrs. Chair Lifts for mountain ride are also available.
Lunch will be carried from the Houseboat. Return to Srinagar.
Day 06 : SRINAGAR
Morning sightseeing of Mughal Gardens visiting Nishat Bagh (Abode of pleasure)
built by Asif Khan brother in law of Jehangir in 1632 AD. And Shalimar Bagh
(Abode of love) built by Jehangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan. All the
gardens are situated on the bank of Dal Lake with the Zabarwan Mountains in
the background. The distance from Srinagar to the said gardens is about 12
and 15 kms respectively. Enroute visit carpet-weaving factory. Dinner overnight
in Deluxe Houseboat.
Day 08 : SRINAGAR – PAHALGAM – SRINAGAR
After early breakfast and drive to Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds) via Srinagar.
Drive through Saffron fields, visit Awantipura ruins (1100 years old temple
of Lord Vishnu built by King Awantiwareman). Drive through the pine forest
and along Lidder River. Later in the afternoon return to Houseboat in Srinagar.
Day 07 : SRINAGAR – LEH
Met at houseboat and transfer to Airport in time to board flight to Leh.
(Indian Airlines , Dep 0730/ Arr 0830 Hours, operates only on Tuesdays)
Met upon arrival and transfer to Hotel….Afternoon enjoy a visit to Shey,
Thiksey, Hamis…..…. Evening is at leisure….
Stay at hotel for 03 nights.
Day : 08 LEH
Visit Shankar Gompa, Shanti Stupa, Spituk & Stokh Palace.
Day : 09 LEH
Day is at leisure.
Day : 10 LEH – DELHI
Morning met at hotel and transfer to Airport in time to board flight to Delhi.
(9W, Dep 0730/ Arr 0900 Hours)
Met upon arrival and enjoy a city tour of New Delhi i.e. visit to India Gate,
Parliamentary Buldings, Presidents Palace, Lotus Temple, Sikh Temple, Qutab
Minar & others. Later in the evening transfer to Airport in time to board
flight to onward destination.
(Check in 03 Hours prior to departure)
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