Famous as the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir, Srinagar lies in the Kashmir Valley & on the banks of Jhelum River which is a tributary of Indus River. It has lush green gardens, lakes & houseboats which makes it more beautiful.
It has amazing Kashmiri handicrafts & famous dried fruits.
Gulmarg is a picturesque town in Jammu & Kashmir which is famous for its natural beauty & one spot destination for winters. It is often known as “Meadow of flowers” because of its vibrant summer meadows. It is Asia’s top skiing destination which offers pristine slope & also one of the highest cable cars in the world Gulmarg Gondola. It also has highest green golf course in the world which transforms it into golfing paradise.
Pahalgam, also known as ‘The Valley of Shephards’ is a popular hill station. This town is situated on the banks of Lidder River at an altitude of 7,200 ft. Phalgam is a beautiful valley which is located at the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake & the Lidder River. The area of Pahalgam is surrounded by thick wooded pine forests, snow-clad-Himalayan Mountains & amazing vistas of meadows.
It is located near the Line of Control with Pakistan. It is famous for its strategic importance & site of 1999 Kargil war. It is also surrounded by picturesque mountains & valleys. It connects Leh & Srinagar & has a rich cultural heritage & history with adventure & trekking activities.
Situated on an altitude of 3,500 meters (11,500 ft) above sea level, Leh is famous for its stunning landscapes, vibrant monasteries & rich cultural heritage. Leh is also a gateway to the breathtaking beauty of Himalayas which offers attraction such as Leh Palace, Leh market & Shanti Stupa. It is also a hub for adventure activities like river rafting , mountain biking & trekking.
Nubra valley is famous for its sand dunes, vibrant monasteries & stunning landscapes. It is located 10,000ft above sea level & is accessible via the Khardung La Pass which is one of the highest motorable roads in the world. This valley is famous for its double-humped Bacrian camels, confluence of the Shyok & picturesque village & Nubra rivers.
Pangong Lake is a stunning high-altitude lake in Ladakh. It is stretched over 134 kilometers & extends from India to Tibet. It is famous for its mesmerizing blue waters that change shades throughout the day. It has breathtaking scenaries & serene atmosphere.
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Whenever you reach at the Srinagar Airport, we’ll welcome you with a sign board and take you to your well-prepared hotel for a comfortable stay.
Famous as ‘Heaven on Earth’, Srinagar is the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir. It is situated in banks of Jhelum river. It has amazing houseboats, colorful Shikararas on Dal Lake & exquisite Mughal gardens.
Head for a daytrip to Sonamarg, known as “Meadow of Gold,” is an amazing hill station in Jammu & Kashmir. It is located at an altitude of 2,800 meters which gives stunning view of breathtaking alpine scenery, snow-covered mountains & lush green meadows.
It serves as the gateway of famous trekking routes leading to Amarnath caves & Thajiwas Glacier. It is heaven for nature lovers & adventure seekers to which the Sind River flows through. In it also lies the great Himalayan Glaciers of Kashmir Valley, namely kolhoi Glacier & Machoi Glacier.
SonaMarg was gateway of ancient silk route along with Gilgit connecting Kashmir to China & other Gulf countries. It has no permanent settlements because it is inaccessible during winter due to very heavy snowfall & avalanches.
The best time to visit Sonamarg is during summer (June to October).
Next day visit Shankaracharya temple which is a scared Hindu temple on Shankaracharya Hill on the Zabarwan Range in Srinagar which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Then visit famous Mughal Gardens located by Dal lake-Shalimar Bagh, Nishant Bagh & Chashme Shahi.
A mere 1.24-hour drive (51 km).
Located in the Jammu & Kashmir, it is a picturesque hill station famous for its stunning snow-capped mountains, landscapes & lush meadows. It offers a perfect mixture of natural beauty & adventure as it is situated at an altitude of 2,650 meters. Gulmarg is world’s highest golf course & very famous ski resort which attracts thousand of tourists throughout the year.
Another famous spot is the Gulmarg Gondola which is the highest cable cars in the world, which provides amazing views of surrounding valleys & Peaks which makes it s best place for nature lover & adventure enthusiast.
Winter sports like Skiing, Tobogganing, Snowboarding, and Heli-skiing take place on the slopes of Mount Apharwat (at a height of 4,267 m (13,999 ft)) reachable by a Gondola lift.
Gulmarg is the “heartland of winter sports in India” and was rated as Asia’s seventh-best ski destination.
A mere 3.35-hour drive (142 km).
Pahalgam, also known as ‘The Valley of Shephards’ is a popular hill station. This town is situated on the banks of Lidder River at an altitude of 7,200 ft. Phalgam is a beautiful valley which is located at the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake & the Lidder River. The area of Pahalgam is surrounded by thick wooded pine forests, snow-clad-Himalayan Mountains & amazing vistas of meadows.
Pahalgam is the starting point of amaranth Yatra which is a Hindu pilgrimage that takes place every year in month of July-August. In this Yatra, devotees try their best way to reach the Mountain cave of Lord Shiva.
Visit Aru valley against the snow-capped Himalayas is an enthralling village in Kashmir. Aru lies beside the Aru river, a tributary of Lidder river & famous for the scenic meadows & adventurous activities like Horse riding, hiking & trekking.
The best time to visit Pahalgam is March-November & you can experience snowfall between November-February.
Visit Aru valley against the snow-capped Himalayas is an enthralling village in Kashmir. Aru lies beside the Aru river, a tributary of Lidder river & famous for the scenic meadows & adventurous activities like Horse riding, hiking & trekking.
The best time to visit Pahalgam is March-November & you can experience snowfall between November-February.
A mere 2.30-hour drive (90.1 km).
After breakfast check out from hotel & head back to Srinagar. Reach there by late afternoon & check in your houseboat & relax. At evening enjoy the views & peace.
A mere 5.42-hour drive (201.6 km).
It is located near the Line of Control with Pakistan. It is famous for its strategic importance & site of 1999 Kargil war. It is also surrounded by picturesque mountains & valleys. It connects Leh & Srinagar & has a rich cultural heritage & history with adventure & trekking activities.
A mere 4.36-hour drive (216.1 km).
Entering Leh you’ll feel Tibetan-style palace &fort which is dotted with stupas & crumbling mudbrick houses. Head out for local sightseeing to Leh palace whose rooftop provide amazing views of mountain of Stok Kangri & Ladakh mountain range. Late visit Shey Palace & Monastery built by king of Ladakh. Later you can visit Thiksey Monastery which is one of the finest Ladakhi architecture. This is in the top of hill in solitude which is 20 km away from Ladakh.
Next day you can visit the Hall of Fame which is a museum constructed by Indian Army in memory of brave Indian soldiers who laid down their lives defending India in Indo-Pak wars.
Later visit Gurudwara Pathar Sahib which is a beautiful sikh temple.Then visit Magnetic Hill, which is a “Cyclops hill” or gravity near leh which creates an amazing optic illusion.
Later visit Sangam which is a confluence of Zanskar & Indus River. More places to visit are Alchi Monastery & shanti stupa.
A 4.6 hr-hour drive (160.1 km) from Leh.
Drive to Nubra valley via Khardung-La-Pass which is one of the world’s highest motorable roads. The valley offers serence peace & interaction with tribal community of Ladakh. The sasser pass & famous Kharakoram oass of the silk route which connect to Nubra with Xinjiang(China).
Visit Diskit monastery which is the largest & oldest monastery in Nubra valley. It has 11 ft high Maitreya Buddha statue. Next visit Hunder dunes which is silver dunes located at 4,000 meters. Then visit Panamic hot springs which contain high amount of sulphur & believed to possess many medicinal properties.
Visit Diskit monastery which is the largest & oldest monastery in Nubra valley. It has 11 ft high Maitreya Buddha statue.
Next visit Hunder dunes which is silver dunes located at 4,000 meters. Then visit Panamic hot springs which contain high amount of sulphur & believed to possess many medicinal properties.
A 7 hr-hour drive (274 km).
The cottages & hotels of Pangong lake offers unparalleled views of the surrounding mountain ranges & amazing view of Pangong lake. The water is salty, crystal clear & possess lovely shade of blue which looks best when sun is shining. In the evening you can enjoy the shores of the lake & Yak safari.
A 5 hr-hour drive (224 km).
On the way visit Hemis Monastery which is the largest monastic institution in Ladakh. It is the wealthiest Buddhist monastery in India & famous for rich collection of ancient remnants like the statue of Buddha made of copper & stupas made of gold & silver. The monastery also contains Thangkas, murals & various attractions.
After discovering & exploring & taking back the beautiful memories from India, you’re all set ready for your journey back to your home. Your dedicated driver will ensure you reach the airport promptly on time, in accordance with your flight schedule.
Safe travels!
Discover the essence of Southern India on the ‘Southern Delights’ 17-day tour.
