Kashmir Splendor: An Epic Himalayan Escape
4 Nights / 5 Days | Sri Nagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonmarg
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About Package
A trip to Kashmir is like stepping into a living postcard, where snow-capped mountains, lush green valleys, and pristine lakes create a breathtaking landscape. Known as "Paradise on Earth," Kashmir offers an unparalleled blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. From the iconic Dal Lake in Srinagar, where you can experience a shikara ride and stay on houseboats, to the majestic gardens like Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh, every corner of the region tells a story. The picturesque hill stations of Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg offer opportunities for adventure, from skiing and trekking to peaceful nature walks. Kashmir's warm hospitality and delicious local cuisine, such as the aromatic Wazwan dishes, further enhance the experience. Whether you're a nature lover, history enthusiast, or seeking tranquility, Kashmir promises a journey that will leave you with memories to cherish forever. DAY 1Arrive in Srinagar
On your arrival at the Srinagar International Airport, you will be taken for a 35 minutes’ drive through the heart of New Srinagar city, passing the Abdullah bridge which connects the banks of the Jhelum river, visit the famous Mughal gardens of Nishat and Shalimar, Hazratbal Dargah Sharif, Chashma Shahi Garden, Dal Lake, Nagin Lake, Pari Mahal, Shankaracharya Temple. Dinner and Overnight in hotel / houseboats.
Shalimar Bagh Mughal Garden:- Shalimar Bagh is a Mughal garden in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India, linked through a channel to the northeast of Dal Lake. It also known as Shalimar Gardens, Farah Baksh, and Faiz Baksh. The other famous shoreline garden in the vicinity is Nishat Bagh, 'The Garden of Delight'.
Nishat Bagh:- Nishat Bagh is a terraced Mughal garden built on the eastern side of the Dal Lake, close to Srinagar in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is the largest Mughal garden in the Kashmir Valley . ... 'Nishat Bagh' is Urdu, and means the "Garden of Joy," "Garden of Gladness" and "Garden of Delight.
Hazratbal Masjid:- Hazratbal or Dargah, is the notified area in Downtown Srinagar situated about 10 km (6.2 mi) from city center.
Pari Mahal :- Pari Mahal or Peer Mahal, also known as The Palace of Fairies, is a seven-terraced Mughal garden located at the top of Zabarwan mountain range, overlooking the city of Srinagar and the south-west of Dal Lake in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Nigeen Lake :- Nigeen Lake is a mildly eutrophic lake located in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is sometimes considered a part of the Dal lake and is connected to it via a narrow strait. It is also connected to the Khushal Sar and Gil Sar lakes via a channel known as Nallah Amir Khan
Chashma Shahi Garden:- Chashme Shahi or Chashma i Shahi, also called Chashma Shahi, is one of the Mughal gardens 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 elder son Prince Dara Shikoh.
Dal Lake:- Dal is a lake in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is an urban lake, which is the second largest in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is named the "Lake of Flowers", "Jewel in the crown of Kashmir" or "Srinagar's Jewel".
Shankaracharya Temple:- Shankaracharya Temple or Jyeshteshwara Temple is a Hindu temple situated on top of the Shankaracharya Hill on the Zabarwan Range in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is at a height of 1,000 feet above the valley floor and overlooks the city of Srinagar.
DAY 2Excursion to Gulmarg
After breakfast, proceed towards Gulmarg. Enroute you get to see the beautiful Tangmarg town and drive ahead on a scenic drive of 14 kilometers to Gulmarg. Later, begin a short tour, boarding the Gondola cable car system (at your own cost). Descend back to Gulmarg after an hour and later indulge in some horse-riding (at your own cost). Evening drive back to Srinagar
DAY 3Excursion to Pahalgam
After breakfast, we drive to Pahalgam via Pampore, Avantipura and the village of Bijbehara which remains famous as the bread basket of Kashmir. We switch from the national highway 1A at Khanabal and drive through the second largest city of Anantnag. From here the road turns scenic as we drive parallel on the Lidder river flowing from the opposite direction. Evening drive back to Srinagar
Aru Vally:- Aru is a tourist spot in the Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is located around 12 km from Pahalgam, 11 km upstream from the Lidder River. Noted for its scenic meadows, lakes and mountains, it is a base camp for trekking to the Kolhoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake.
Betab Vally:- Betaab valley is situated at a distance of 15 kilometers from Pahalgam in Anantnag district in India's northernmost union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The valley got its name from the Sunny Deol-Amrita Singh hit debut film Betaab.
Chandanwari:- is famous for being the base, or starting point, to the famous Hindu pilgrimage site, Shri Amarnath Yatra, which starts in June and ends in August. It is situated at an elevation of 2,895 meters, and located about 16 kilometers from Pahalgam. If you are looking for an offbeat tourist place in Jammu and Kashmir where you can relax in the company of nature, then you should visit this place.
DAY 4Excursion to Sonmarg
After breakfast, drive to Sonmarg. Enroute Kheer Bhawani Darshan. On arrival at Sonmarg, visit Thajjwas glacier (at your own cost) . Return back to Srinagar. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel.
OPTIONAL - One can enjoy Horse ride at Sonmarg.
DAY 5Depart Srinagar
Morning you will be transferred to Srinagar airport in time to board flight to back home.
END OF THE TOUR / SERVICES & WISH YOU A MEMORABLE TOUR.
PACKAGE INCLUSION
- Pick and Drop Sri Nagar Airport
- Accommodation for 4 nights at Hotel on double sharing basis.
- Breakfast at Hotel
- All transfer & sightseeing by Non AC Sedan as per itinerary is concerned..{ excluded where local cab is mandatory } .
- Heating blanket/ Hot water bottle in winter .
- Shikara ride for one hour at famous dal lake Srinagar.
- All toll taxes & car parking.
- 24/7 phone assistance.
- All taxes & driver allowances.
Payment Detail
Bank Name - ICICI BANK
Account Holder Name - TWIST IN TRIP TRAVEL SERVICES PVT. LTD.
Branch Address - Mega Mall, Golf Course Road, DLF Phase - 1, Gurugram (HR.)
IFSC Code - ICIC0004691
Account Number - 469105000014
PACKAGE EXCLUSION
➢ Flight
➢ Tips and porter chargers.
➢ Any additional expenses.
➢ Hotel Tourism Fee as per applicable.
➢ Cost of any excursions not included package
➢ Tourism Tax is not Included
➢ Early check in and late check out
➢ All expenses of personal nature like tips, telephone calls, laundry, room services, use of mini bar.
➢ Gratitude & Porter age
➢ Beverage and other meals not mention in tour
➢ Sightseeing/ activities charge
➢ Anything other than specific inclusion
➢ Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc
➢ Gandola ride at Gulmarg.
➢ Betab Valley ,Aru valley & chandanwari sightseeing at pahalgam
➢ Snow /chain /local car at gulmarg,sonmarg..
➢ Garden tickets.
➢ Camera fee.
➢ Shopping entry.
➢ Guide charges.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- A person below 12 years of age on the entire tour will be considered a child.
- As a 3rd person in a triple room, most hotels use rollaway beds and room size may be the same as the double room.
- Tours will operate subject to all Government regulations.
- All transfers and extensive sightseeing with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) will be done in an air-conditioned coach.
- It is suggested to carry One check in bag and one hand bag per person only, due to limited boot space in the coach.
- Services of our Tour Manager or local representatives, while on tour.
- On some occasions, you may have to join another group in case your group does not have adequate members.
- A local representative or your coach driver may only be there to assist you during your initial part of the tour
- Land surcharges applicable on certain departure dates which will be notified.
- If certain sightseeing/excursions are closed, then alternate sight- seeing will be arranged.
- Kindly note that on certain departure dates the tour routing could change. In some tours, there is also a possibility that the tour could operate in reverse itinerary. However, you will not miss any sightseeing or excursions that are mentioned in the itinerary unless its closed due to a holiday. Your Tour Manager will notify you the same..
- No refunds for unutilized services.
- Please check with your Sales representative for final details.
- Twist In Trip reserves the right to claim from the passengers, any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in the schedule of trains, flights, coach,cruise or other services.
- Twist In Trip reserves the right to change any itinerary for operational reasons.
- Twist In Trip shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, injury, accident, death, delay, breakdown or irregularity, which may occur during the tour, due to weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and or any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expenses must be borne by the passenger.
- Tours are operated subject to Reserve Bank of India / Government of India regulations.
- Do not treat this quotation mail as confirmation of booking, as we are not holding any booking at the time of quotation, price and services can be Changed at the time of confirmation. Confirmation of bookings is only based on written communications.
- If their will be any nature calamity / snowfall , chained jeeps has to be used from Tangmarg to Gulmarg .Guest have to pay directly at Tangmarg.
- In Pahalgam: Sightseeing of Chandanwari, Betaab Valley, Baisaran Valley and Aru Valley are not included. If one wishes to visit the same,They can hire a taxi directly at Pahalgam taxi on their own.
- In Gulmarg : The vehicle is allowed to drop at main Gulmarg or at your hotel and from there onwards one has to walk or can go by ponies on direct payment for local sightseeing in Gulmarg . During heavy snowfall, there will be a change of the vehicle in Tangmarg which is about 14 kms before Gulmarg. Snowjeeps or chained vehicles will be used from there up to Gulmarg
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In Sonamarg: The vehicle is allowed to drop at main Sonamarg and from there onwards one has to walk up to Thajiwass or one can go by ponies on direct payment. ( Route is closed during Heavy Snowfall )
₹65000 Per Person
