• Early breakfast and check-out of the Srinagar hotel
• Visit Shankaracharya Temple.
• Lord Shiva temple is situated on a hill, accessed by climbing 272 steps.
• Visit Mughal Gardens.
• Nishat Bagh, a scenic terraced Mughal garden with mountain views
• Shalimar Bagh, an iconic Mughal garden with fountains and pavilions
• Drive to Pahalgam via Pampore.
• En route, stop at Pampore to see saffron cultivation and buy pure Kashmiri saffron.
• Visit Avantipur Ruins
• 9th-century excavated temple ruins dedicated to Lord Shiva and Vishnu
• Check-in at the Pahalgam hotel
• Overnight stay to experience the scenic 'Valley of Shepherds'

• Morning breakfast at the Pahalgam hotel
• Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Pahalgam to fuel up for the day's explorations.
• A half-day excursion to Aru Valley
• Ride by local taxi for about an hour to this peaceful valley surrounded by pine forests.
• Walk along grassy meadows and appreciate scenic views of Lidderwat and Kolahoi glaciers and mountains.
• Visit Betaab Valley.
• Continuing by local taxi, stop at this spectacular valley flanked by snow-capped Himalayan peaks.
• Named after the popular Bollywood film Betaab, see the valley's colorful wildflowers and cascading streams.
• Excursion to Chandanwari
• Local taxis take you higher up to the Chandanwari Sheshnag temple complex.
• As the starting point for the Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage, it offers great short treks amidst snow-covered valleys.
• Return to the Pahalgam hotel.
• Taxis bring you back down to your hotel in Pahalgam in the late afternoon.
• Evening free to explore Pahalgam bazaar
• Walk through a lively bazaar selling embroidered fabrics, wool items, and traditional walnut wood carvings.
• Overnight stay in Pahalgam hotel
• Retire for a comfortable overnight stay at your Pahalgam accommodation.

• Morning breakfast at the Pahalgam hotel
• Drive to Sonmarg via Martand.
• Stop at the ancient Sun Temple in Martand for photos.
• Visit the Kashmiri Cricket Bat Factory.
• See the process of crafting these iconic cricket bats.
• Arrive in Sonmarg
• Translating to "Meadow of Gold," it lies in the scenic Sind Valley, surrounded by snow-capped mountains.
• Check-in to the Sonmarg hotel
• Overnight stay in Sonmarg
• Base for treks to high-altitude Himalayan lakes like Gangabal Lake, Kishansar Lake, and Vishansar Lake

• Morning breakfast and check-out of the Sonmarg hotel
• Horse-riding excursion
• Ride horses to Thajiwas Glacier for scenic views of the icy glacier.
• Sledge riding on snow
• Enjoy optional sledge riding on snow at Sonmarg (direct payment basis).
• Drive to Srinagar.
• A scenic 2-hour drive from Sonmarg to Srinagar
• Arrive in Srinagar and check-in at the hotel.
• Overnight stay at Srinagar hotel
• Retire for a comfortable overnight stay.

• Early breakfast at the Srinagar hotel
• Drive to Gulmarg, "Meadow of Flowers."
• Scenic 3.5-hour drive, one way
• Ride Asia's Highest Cable Car—Gulmarg Gondola
• Offers panoramic views of the Pir Panjal Mountains from Phase 1 station at Khilanmarg.
• Optional activities in Gulmarg (direct payment)
• Snow sledge rides on the slopes
• Snow mobile rides
• Visit the Handloom Emporium on your return.
• Chance to see and buy authentic Kashmiri handicrafts and fabrics
• Return to Srinagar in the evening.
• Check-in at the Srinagar hotel
• Overnight stay in Srinagar

• Morning breakfast at the Srinagar hotel
• Provide tour feedback.
• Share feedback and suggestions with the tour manager before departing.
• Hotel check-out by 10 a.m.
• As a group tour, transfers to the airport will depart the hotel at this time.
• Transfer to Srinagar Airport
• Arrive home
• Depart Kashmir, taking with you amazing memories and experiences from the tour.
• End of tour services
• The tour officially concluded upon flight departure from Srinagar airport.

"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

Bring lightweight, breathable clothing that can be layered - temperatures range from warm days to surprisingly cool evenings in the mountains. Don't forget hiking shoes.

Absolutely! The houseboat, hotels and guided tours maintain high security standards.

Over 70% of this getaway takes place amidst gorgeous Himalayan scenery - alpine meadows carpeted in wildflowers, icy mountain peaks, crystalline lakes, and fruit orchards. It's a true romantic paradise!

Not at all! Hand-in-hand meadow ambles are the norm to admire wildflowers. For heartier treks, an experienced guide leads beginners safely.