KASHMIR TOUR 5N/6D

Attractions

1. Enjoy the Asia's highest Gandola ride at Gulmarg

2. Snow glad mountains and roads

3. Enjoy the snow games

4. Kashmiri culture and people

5. Houseboat stay

6. Shikara Ride


Itinerary

DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN SRINAGAR & LOCAL SIGHTSEEING

·     Pick up from airport before 11 AM. You will be transferred to Hotel. Check in and relax till afternoon. Late afternoon proceed on a city tour visiting the Shankracharya temple situated on the highest hill of Srinagar, the famous Mughal Gardens - Nishat & Shalimar.

·         These gardens were Mughal Emperors concept of Paradise and today these are popular picnic spots.

·         In the evening, go for Shikara ride alongside the Dal Lake exploring the local markets and enjoying the mesmerizing sunset.

·       Overnight stay at the Hotel. 

  

DAY 02: EXCURSION TO SONMARG(100 KMS)

 

·         Today you embark on a full day excursion to the picturesque ‘meadow of gold’ Sonamarg. Sonamarg is last stop of Kashmir district.

·         From here starts the territory of ladakh. Situated at an altitude of 2743m above sea level.

·         The fast flowing Sindh River makes it popular for trout and masher fishing in summer.

·         You can opt for a pony ride to one of the glaciers for some fun in snow and ice (by your own payment).

·         Return to the Hotel in Srinagar in the evening and enjoy comfortable overnight stay.

 

DAY 03: SRINAGAR TO GULMARG (60 KMS)


·         In the morning drive to Gulmarg, the meadow of flowers. The route from Srinagar to Gulmarg is fascinating. You will be mesmerized by its beauty.

·         Gulmarg is famous all over the world for Skiing and Snowboarding. During the British Raj, Gulmarg hosted the Britishers and Europeans and as such they created a European hill resort and named it Gulmarg.

·         In Gulmarg you would be able to find European surroundings and 18-hole Golf Course and enjoy Gondola Cable Car Ride world’s highest and the Asia’s longest cable car.

·         Enjoy photography, horse riding and shopping at this beautiful snow point and enjoy gondola ride to Kongdoori & Appahrwhat. In the evening return to Srinagar.

·         Night halt at hotel in Gulmarg.

 
DAY 04: GULMARG TO PAHALGHAM (140 KMS)

 

·     After Breakfast you will be transferred to Pahalgham the ‘valley of shepherds’ which is situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from river Lidder and Sheeshnag Lake.

·       En route visit the Awantipura ruins, an 1100-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and built by King Awantivarman.

·       On arrival into Pahalgam enjoy the surrounding beauty or walk to Baisaren, which is about 2 km from Pahalgam.

·       A small village set in pine and fir forest is pleasing and offers good view. Night halt at Hotel in Pahalgam. 


DAY 05: PAHALGAHM – ARU VALLEY - SRINAGAR(100 KMS)

 

·       In the morning u will proceed for Aru valley, and chandanwari by car (at your own cost). Aru is small village, 11 kms upstream the Lidder River, is a beautiful locality.

·       The route is picturesque with ample campsites. This village is the starting point for treks to the Kolahoi glacier.

·       The most beautiful of these is the huge, undulating meadow of Baisaran, surrounded by thickly wooded forests of pine.

·       Hajan and Beetab valley on the way to chandanwari.

·       Late evening travel back to Srinagar. Overnight stay at Srinagar Houseboat

 

Note: All sightseeing tours in Pahalgam are on direct payment basis. Our vehicle is not allowed for local sightseeing tour due to restrictions imposed by local Pahalgam tourist transporters.

DAY 06: TOUR ENDS

After breakfast you will be transferred to Srinagar Airport for your onwards journey with Everlasting Memories.


Includes

05 Nights' accommodation on double/triple sharing basis in 3star and above hote;

Breakfast and Dinner on all days [first day breakfast and last day dinner not included]

Airport pickup and drop

Comfortable tempo traveller for for transfers from Srinagar – Gulmarg - Pahalgam & back Srinagar

Day Excursion to Sonamarg.

Full Day Sight-seeing of Mughal Gardens & City Tour.

Gondola Ride entry fees

Meeting & Assistance on Arrival / Departure 


Excludes

      Any additional permits levied over currently applicable by local authorities.

    ·    Lunch on all days

    ·    Cost for union vehicle for sight-seeing at Pahalgam, Sonmarg, Gulmarg.   

    ·   Rescue & Insurance Fee

    ·   Medical Test Fee

    ·   Entry fees

    ·   Any kind of personal expenses.

    ·   Man porter to carry personal luggage.

    ·   Anything not specifically mentioned under the head.


    Terms & Conditions

    If this trek/tour is cancelled due to Covid Lockdown or natural calamity

    In case the tour gets cancelled because of local lockdown or natural phenomena or any other reason beyond our control, we shall arrange for alternative treks or tour to a different place. In case, due to Government lockdown restrictions we are unable to continue with any of the plan, your only tour amount will be refunded and travel amount will be refunded as the travel operator standard refund process. If the participant is unwilling to go for the alternative tour/trek, there would be no refund or voucher issued as for this tour. All the services have to be arranged beforehand and cannot be shifted to any other date.

    No show and tour changes/cancellation due to bad weather or natural calamity will be non-refundable. No money shall be refunded in case a person is rescued and brought back to the base camp before the said date. If the travellers need to return before the trip ends, they shall have to bear all the expenses for accommodation and meals at respective or any other place. The services on the tour are arranged for even if they go unused.

     

    In Case of Injury / Casualty

    If any traveller feels unwell and has to be brought back to the base camp, all the charges, including the rescue fees, medication, Ambulance / Transport, accommodation apart from the scheduled itinerary, Meals or any other medical or Miscellaneous expenses will have to be borne by the traveller.

     P.S. We are only liable to offer the services mentioned as per the itinerary and inclusions

    Unused Services

    We shall not offer or pay any discounts or refunds for missed or unused services which were missed or unused by the client due to no fault of ours, or our representatives, which shall include any termination of the client’s participation in the tour product due to the client’s own fault, negligence or breach of these terms.


    Rules & Regulations



    Important Notes


    ·       Any extra transfers required during the tour will be charged extra.

    ·       For room sharing, in case you have opted for double sharing and we don't have any partner to share, your accommodation will be done in triple sharing

    ·         Anything that is explicitly not mentioned in the inclusions and optional as suggested in the itinerary, are not a part of this package.

    ·         Images shown about the place, city, hotel, attractions, etc. are for illustration purpose only and may not be the same as linked to the itinerary or services provided.

    ·         Cost and consequences arising due to any force major situations including but not limited to unforeseen circumstances like; natural calamities, political disturbances, health issues, flight delays / Cancellations, things beyond our control, etc. will have to be borne by the guest.

    ·         Airport transfers and coach tours are based on all guest traveling together in same flight, any additional transfers will not be provided if guest travel on different airlines.

    ·         There will be additional charges for the passengers would like to stay back at the destination or transit.

    ·         If you are carrying gifts, brochures, standees, placards, t-shirts, stationery, backdrops, laptops, projector, snacks or any such items for distribution purpose, then it is sole discretion of customs authority or regulations.

    ·         Duties or gratuities, if any will be payable by the guest/corporate only.

    ·         Allowing excess luggage is subject to the airline approval, if any such charges will be payable by guest/corporate only.

    ·         Any changes in itinerary or upgrade in hotel /s will be charged extra, over and above the given cost (which will be informed to the customer in advance for final acceptance and payment.


    FAQ

    1. Is Kashmir safe for travelling

    Ans - Yes. There is no problem travelling to kashmir for tour

    2. Will there we snow?

    Ans- Snow last from November month till June month

    3. Best time to Visit Kashmir

    Ans - January to May

    4. Average temperature

    Ans - During day time it will be 10-18 degrees. In night, temp can fall below 10 to -4