Kashmir: Heaven in the Himalayas
What You Will Experience On This Tour...
The experience begins in Srinagar, renowned for its tranquil
Dal Lake, traditional houseboats, Mughal gardens, and vibrant
local markets. Visitors enjoy shikara rides, explore historic gardens such as
Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh, and experience the unique blend of Kashmiri
culture and hospitality.
The journey continues to Gulmarg, a world-famous hill resort
known for its lush meadows, snow-covered peaks, and the iconic Gulmarg Gondola—one
of the highest cable car rides in the world. The destination offers breathtaking
views and seasonal activities, making it a highlight for nature lovers and
adventure enthusiasts.
Tour Map:
Srinagar - Gulmarg
About Destinations:
Srinagar:
Famously known as ‘Heaven on Earth’, Srinagar is located in the union territory of Jammu & Kashmir, on the banks of river Jhelum. As picturesque as the most stunning painting to ever be painted, Srinagar is known for the stationary houseboats and colourful Shikararas on Dal Lake. The gondola-type rowboats, Shikaras are used by the tourists to see attractions like the Floating Vegetable Market, and the Mir Bahris – a lively community of people who live on the lake itself. Known as the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir, Srinagar is home to some of the most exquisite Mughal-age gardens in India, with the top draws being Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh and Chashm-E-Shahi Garden. Kashmiri cuisine is famous all over the globe, so when in Srinagar, trying out the local dishes, which are rich in unique fragrant spices, is a must.
Gulmarg:
Gulmarg literally means “Meadow of flowers”. Gulmarg is located 60 KMs away from Srinagar which is an hour and half journey by car. Gulmarg has attracted millions of tourists throughout its existence with the scenic beauty of the Himalayan Mountains in the back drop. One of the main attractions in Gulmarg is the Gulmarg Gondola, the Highest Cable Car in the world. Tourists can enjoy horse Riding and can go riding to the magnificent “Strawberry Valley”, Leopards Valley and ride up to “Kongdori” to see the frozen lake of “Al- Pathar”. Gulmarg in winter is a magnificent experience, fully covered in a white blanket of Snow which turns it into a skiers paradise.
DAY 1 [Oct 01, 2026]: Srinagar
Arrive by flight at Srinagar. A private car
will pick you
up from Srinagar Airport. Welcome to Srinagar!
Famously
known as ‘Heaven on Earth’, Srinagar - the summer capital of the
union
territory of Jammu & Kashmir is located on the banks of the
river Jhelum. As
picturesque as the most stunning painting to ever be painted,
Srinagar is
renowned for the stationary houseboats, colorful Shikaras on Dal
Lake, and
exquisite Mughal gardens.
Reach Srinagar. Check in at the hotel & relax.
Evening is at your leisure
Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in
Srinagar.
DAY 2 [Oct 02, 2026]: Srinagar
After breakfast, head out for sightseeing.
Visit
Shankaracharya Temple, a sacred Hindu temple
situated on
top of the Shankaracharya Hill on the Zabarwan
Range in
Srinagar. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is at a
height of 1,000
feet (300 m) above the valley floor and overlooks the city of
Srinagar.
Then visit the famous Mughal Gardens located by Dal Lake –
Shalimar Bagh (built by Mughal Emperor Jahangir
for his
wife Noor Jahan, in 1619), Nishat Bagh
(designed and built
in 1633 by Asif Khan, elder brother of Noor Jehan), and
Chashme Shahi (built in 1632 AD around a spring
by Ali
Mardan Khan, a governor of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as per the
orders of
the Emperor, as a gift for his eldest son Prince Dara Shikoh).
After that visit the vibrant Boulevard Road,
the heart of
Srinagar. Flanked by the Dal Lake on one side and a bustling
market on the
other, it is a beautiful stretch to walk about in the evenings.
Later reach back at the hotel by evening.
Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in
Srinagar.
DAY 3 [Oct 03, 2026]: Sonamarg Day Trip
After breakfast, head towards
Sonamarg,
the meadow of gold. Situated at an altitude of 2690 m above sea
level,
covered with alpine trees from all sides, this serene landscape
is
beautified with numerous glacier lakes, viewpoints, lush
vegetation, and
much more. It will be around 3 hours of the drive, which will
take you
through the beautiful landscapes. Sonamarg is a great place to
spend some
relaxing moments during your journey.
Reach back to the hotel in the evening & relax.
Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in
Srinagar.
DAY 4 [Oct 04, 2026]: Gulmarg
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and
head towards
Gulmarg. Situated at an altitude of 2730 m
above sea level,
Gulmarg is a popular skiing destination located in the Pir
Panjal Range of
the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Surrounded by
snow-covered lofty
Himalayas, meadows of flowers, deep ravines, evergreen forested
valleys,
Gulmarg also has the world's second-highest Gondola ride.
Reach Gulmarg by noon, check in at the hotel.
The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in
Gulmarg.
DAY 5 [Oct 05, 2026]: Gulmarg
After breakfast, head out for the
sightseeing/activities.
You can take a Gondola Ride (up to Phase 2).
Gulmarg
Gondola is the second-longest and second-highest cable car in
the world,
and the prime attraction that Gulmarg is known for. Divided into
two
phases, it ferries almost 600 people per hour to and from the
Apharwat
Mountain, which is where most of the winter sports happen in
Gulmarg.
Dinner & overnight stay will be at the hotel in
Gulmarg.
DAY 6 [Oct 06, 2026]: Srinagar
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and
head back
towards Srinagar. Famously known as ‘Heaven on
Earth’,
Srinagar - the summer capital of the union territory of Jammu &
Kashmir is
located on the banks of the river Jhelum. As picturesque as the
most
stunning painting to ever be painted, Srinagar is renowned for
the
stationary houseboats, colorful Shikaras on Dal Lake, and
exquisite Mughal
gardens.
Reach Srinagar by noon. Check in at the houseboat on arrival and
relax.
Evening is at your leisure.
Dinner & overnight stay will be at the
houseboat in
Srinagar.
DAY 7 [Oct 07, 2026]: Srinagar
After breakfast, check out from the houseboat
and head
towards Srinagar Airport. A private car will
drop you off
at the airport to catch your return flight.
Bid farewell with the memories of an amazing, fun-filled 07-day
trip
through Heavenly Kashmir, worth remembering for a lifetime!
- 6 nights accommodation in a room on double sharing at the excellent 5-star hotels & houseboat mentioned above or similar.
- 6 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners included at the hotels/ restaurants as per the itinerary.
- English-speaking guides for all the sightseeing.
- Entry tickets for all the sightseeing and monuments mentioned in the itinerary.
- All Transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary on a private AC SUV car (Toyota Innova Hycross) with driver (all tolls, permits, parking charges & driver allowances included).
- All Local Taxes are included.
- Flights.
- Gondola ride tickets
- Any tips or personal expenses.
- Anything not mentioned in the Package Inclusions above.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellation 30 days or more before the trip: 95% refund (5% cancellation fee applies).
- Cancellation 15 to 30 days before the trip: 70% refund.
- Cancellation 07 to 14 days before the trip: 40% refund.
- Cancellation within 07 days of departure or in case of a no-show: No refund.
- Any applicable refund will require a minimum of 20 days for processing.
- Jungle safari charges are non-refundable and non-amendable.
- Bookings made during blackout dates (Christmas and New Year week) are non-refundable.
- Domestic flight bookings are partially refundable.
Important Notes:
- Please note that the standard check-in time is 2:30 pm & check-out time is 10:30 am.
- Safari zones are allocated by government authorities and are subject to availability.
- Shared jeep safari in Ranthambore accommodates a maximum of 6 passengers per jeep.
- Satellite phones and e-cigarettes are prohibited in India.
- Twin beds are subject to availability at the hotel.
- Domestic flight baggage allowance is 15 kg of checked baggage and 7 kg of cabin baggage per passenger.
- At the time of the safari in Ranthambore, mobile phones are prohibited; only cameras are allowed.
Visa Guidelines:
- Foreign nationals visiting India must possess a valid Indian Tourist Visa or an approved e-Visa. Applications can be made online at the Official Indian e-Visa Portal.
- Passports must be valid for a minimum of six months from the date of arrival in India and should have at least two blank pages.
- Tourist visas are generally issued for short-duration visits and are non-extendable and non-convertible.
- Visitors are advised to carry a printed copy of their visa approval / e-Visa confirmation at all times during travel.
- Journalists visiting Ladakh are required to obtain a Journalist Tourist Visa.
- In addition, journalists must obtain special prior clearance from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to access sensitive regions such as Ladakh (including Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, Khardung La Pass, Tso Moriri, Hanle), Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram, and Manipur. Some areas remain completely prohibited for foreign journalists, including Nathu La Pass (Sikkim).
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