• Drive from Srinagar to Pahalgam (97 km/3–4 hours)
• Pass through the saffron fields of Pampore.
• See the ruins of Avantipur and the village of Bijbehara.
• Sample exotic local breads sold by roadside vendors.
• Drive through Anantnag city.
• Scenic views as we drive parallel to the Lidder River
• Arrive Pahalgam and check-in at the hotel.
• Arrive at the beautiful hill station of Pahalgam.
• Check into our hotel and freshen up.
• Nature walks in Pahalgam
• Go for relaxing nature walks amidst the hill station.
• Marvel at the natural scenery and breathe in fresh air.
• Dinner and Overnight Stay at the Hotel
• Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner.
• Overnight stay at our Pahalgam hotel

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Day Trip to Betaab and Aru Valley
• Betaab Valley
• Picturesque valley with Lidder River and mountain views
• Lush green meadows and pine/deodar forests
• Backdrop for the 1983 Bollywood film Betaab
• Aru Valley
• Famous for lush meadows, lakes, and mountains
• Base camp for treks like Tarsar Lake and Kolahoi Glacier
• Leisure time in Pahalgam
• The rest of the day is free to explore Pahalgam Market.
• Option for individual activities (at your own expense)
• Dinner and Overnight Stay at the Hotel
• Return to the hotel for dinner.
• Overnight stay in Pahalgam hotel

• Breakfast and drive to Srinagar from Pahalgam
• Half-day local sightseeing in Srinagar
• Visit exquisite Mughal gardens.
• Nishat Bagh, a terraced garden with fountains and flowers
• Shalimar Bagh, an iconic garden with a water channel system
• The gardens offer beautiful views of the Zabarwan mountain range.
• Visit Shankaracharya Temple.
• Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva on top of Shankaracharya Hill
• Offers panoramic views of Srinagar city from a height of 1000 feet.
• Dinner and Overnight Stay in Srinagar Hotel
• Return to the Srinagar hotel for dinner.
• Overnight Stay

• Breakfast at the Srinagar Hotel
• Drive to Sonamarg (Majestic Mountain Resort)
• A scenic drive past rolling hills, forests, and rice fields
• Stop at Kangan town and Mammar trout farm.
• Tea break at Mammar (own cost)
• See Gagangir tourist spot located on the Sindh River.
• Sonamarg Sightseeing
• 3 hour hike or pony ride (own cost) to Thajiwas Glacier
• Visit Sonamarg town market.
• Observe the local people and culture.
• Return drive to Srinagar
• Drive back to Srinagar in the evening.
• Overnight stay

• Breakfast at the Srinagar Hotel
• Drive to Gulmarg.
• A scenic drive past villages and rice fields
• A brief stopover at Tangmarg Market Town
• 14 km drive to Gulmarg
• Gulmarg Sightseeing
• Ride the Gondola cable car.
• Ascend the mountain and enjoy the views.
• Descend after an hour and return to base.
• Return to Srinagar.
• Drive back to Srinagar in the evening.
• Dinner at the hotel
• Overnight stay at Houseboat

• Breakfast at the Srinagar Hotel
• Drive to Doodhpathri.
• The valley of milk got its name from a miracle involving Saint Sheikh Noor ud Din Noorani.
• A scenic drive to the lush meadows surrounded by mountains
• Doodhpathri Sightseeing
• Explore the vast grasslands with multicolored flowers.
• See the silver streams flowing over rocks.
• Walk through pine, fir, and deodar forests.
• Return to Srinagar.
• Drive back to Srinagar in the evening.
• Dinner and overnight stay at Houseboat

• Late morning breakfast
• Transfer from the hotel to Srinagar Airport
• Stop for some last-minute shopping en route.
• The driver will assist with luggage and airport screening.
• Reach Airport Terminal
• Driver will drop you off outside the departure gate.
• Bid goodbye before you take your flight back home.

"1. A 20% cancellation fee equal to the entire tour cost will be applied to any cancellations made 30 days or less before the departure date. 2. Refunds for cancellations made between 15 and 30 days before the departure date will be 30% of the total tour price. 3. There would be cancellation fees equal to 50% of the total tour cost for any cancellations made seven to fifteen days before the scheduled departure date. 4. A cancellation made between 0 and 7 days before the departure date will result in cancellation fees equal to 100% of the total tour cost. 5. Activities and tours may not operate or may be cancelled due to unforeseen weather conditions or sudden government laws or prohibitions, among other constraints."

Refunds that apply will be handled in a timely manner—seven business days

You can reach Aru Valley by booking a taxi or taking a bus from Srinagar, which is around a 4-hour drive away through beautiful mountain scenery. Some route permits may be required for the drive.

The top things to do in Aru Valley include hiking to glaciers like Kolohoi, camping under clear night skies, sightseeing trips to quaint countryside villages, nature walks to see Himalayan flowers, birdwatching to spot exotic species, and picnicking by icy mountain streams.

Accommodation in Aru Valley ranges from luxury and mid-range alpine resorts to budget guesthouses. Camping sites in meadows and homestays with local village families can also be arranged.

The best time depends on your interests, but spring and summer have lush green meadows filled with blooming flowers while fall has beautiful foliage. Winter offers a snow-coated, frozen winter wonderland landscape.