Gulmarg Skiing Tour with Kashmir

On arrival at Srinagar Airport. Meet and greet by local representative then check in the hotel. Welcome drink on arrival. Rest of the day at leisure. Srinagar Located in the center of the Kashmir valley, the district of Srinagar towers at a height of 1,730 m above sea level. King Pravarasena-II founded the Srinagar city over 2000 years ago. The Chinese traveler Hiuen Tsang, who visited Kashmir in 631 AD, found Srinagar at the same place where it stands today. The rule of Hindu kings in Kashmir ended in 1339, with the last ruler being Laltaditya Muktapida. From 1420-1470, the valley came under the rule of King Zain-ul-Abidin, popularly known as Budshah. Sometime later, Mughal Emperor Akbar annexed Srinagar and included it in his own territory. Come and explore some more fascinating aspects of Srinagar with us. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel. Overnight stay in Srinagar.

Tour Highlight: Mughal Gardens, Chashm-e-Shahi, Nishat & Shalimar Bagh, and Shankaracharya temple After breakfast start city tour covering Mughal Gardens, Chashm-e-Shahi, Nishat & Shalimar Bagh, and Shankaracharya temple. Do some shopping around Dal Lake. Chasm-e-shahi (The Royal spring)- Chasma Shahi Garden of Kashmir, offers a striking view of the scenic Dal Lake and the neighboring mountains. Also, a number of fruits, flowers and chinar trees grow in the garden, adding to its appeal. Dal lake - You may enjoy Shikara Ride by visiting floating market at Dal Lake. In that lake you can also see floating islands of vegetation which is an artificial floating island. And also can visit to Hari Parbat situated at the near of Dal Lake. Nishat (The Garden of Pleaser)- Nishat Bagh offers a splendid view of the Dal Lake as well as the snow capped Pir Panjal mountain range, and blooming flowerbeds, trees, fountains. Shalimar Bagh (Abode of Love)- Attractions of the Shalimar Bagh include a number of fountains, shaded trees and innumerable varieties of flowers that blossom in spring and autumn. And also a light and sound show organized in the garden every evening, during the period of May to October. Pari Mahal - Pari Mahal has 6 terraces, and each terrace has different stories. Dinner and overnight stay at Houseboat.

Tour Highlight: Thajiwas Glacier After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Sonmarg. On arrival check into hotel. Sonmarg which is one of the most beautiful drive from Srinagar. You may take a pony ride (at your own cost) to Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the year. Return to the Hotel by the evening for an overnight stay. Overnight stay at Sonmarg.

After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Gulmarg. Rest of the day. Dinner and overnight stay.at the hotel. Overnight stay at Gulmarg.

After breakfast Day is free to enjoy a pony ride or enjoy a Gondola ride (cable car) to Kangdori/Alpatra (at your own cost). Gondola Lift: For a fun filled ride of a most unusual kind, Gulmarg's newly constructed Gondola lift from high above Gulmarg, through pine clad slopes, is exhilarating. A huge cup shaped meadow, lush and green with slopes where the silence is broken only by the tinkle of cowbells, Gulmarg looks like a fantasy set in a film and not surprisingly have been the venue of several films. The valley of Gulmarg, a large meadow about 3-sq-kms in area, stands at 2,730 metres, 56-km south west of Srinagar. The name means 'Meadow of Flowers' and in the spring it's just that, a rolling meadow dotted with countless colourful Bluebells, Daisies, Forget Me Not's and Buttercups. The valley itself is about 3-km long and up to a km wide. All around are snow-capped mountains, and on a clear day one can see all the way to Nanga Parbat is one direction and Srinagar is another. It's a popular day trip from Srinagar to Gulmarg, although many people extend their stay or use it as a base for trekking. The road from Srinagar rises gently towards the lower slopes of the range, passing through rice and maize fields. Prime Attractions of Gulmarg: Skiing & Heliskiing: Asia's one of the most famous Heli-skiing resort is at Gulmarg, Kashmir. Come December, and the verdant green slopes of Gulmarg are blanketed with snow, forming some of the finest natural slopes for ski runs of all levels. Golf Courses: Gulmarg also has one of the world's highest green golf courses, as well as a clubhouse, which is a historical building in its own right. For the would-be golfer, there are golf sets on hire, pros to instruct one in the game, and temporary memberships. Naturally, these facilities are available to players as well, except that serious golfers usually carry their sets along. Evening back to the hotel for overnight stay.

After breakfast check out the hotel and drive to Pahalgam. On arrival check into the hotel. Today free from your own activities. Pahalgam, a world famous hill station is 45 Kms. from the District Head Quarter at Anantnag and located on the banks of river Lidder at an altitude of 7200 ft. from sea level. Pahalgam is one among the five tehsils of Anantnag district and tehsil headquarters are located in the main town of Pahalgam. Once a great tourist puller and favorite place for shooting of Bollywood films are perhaps the best health resort in the country. Pahalgam also serves as base camp for the famous Amarnath Ji Yatra. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel. Overnight stay at Pahalgam.

Tour Highlight: Lidder river Today after breakfast, Visit the beautiful places around Pahalgam. You may take a pony ride to one of the many beautiful spots around Pahalgam (at your own cost). The Pahalgam Valley presents glamorous look due to its pine forests, snow clad mountains, healthy climate and vast meadows and pastures. Pahalgam skirts Lidder river and torrential flow of water in Lidder river enriches the awesome beauty of the Valley. Evening Return to the Hotel for dinner and overnight stay. Overnight stay at Pahalgam.

After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Srinagar for your journey back home with sweet memories.