Kashmir – Special 4 (Srinagar – Gulmarg – Pahalgam – Sonmarg )

Morning:

• Buffet Breakfast: Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your houseboat.
• Transfer to Gulmarg: Proceed for a day excursion to Gulmarg, famously known as the "Meadow of Flowers."

In Gulmarg:

• Gulmarg Gondola Ride: Experience Asia's highest cable car project, the Gulmarg Gondola, which offers breathtaking views of the Pir Panjal Mountains and the valley. The ride takes you to Phase 1: Khilanmarg.
  • Optional Activities: Enjoy thrilling activities like a sledge ride or snowmobile ride on the snow-covered slopes (on a direct payment basis).

Afternoon:

• En-route to Srinagar: On your way back to Srinagar, visit a Handloom Emporium to shop for exquisite Kashmiri handicrafts and textiles.

• Return to Srinagar: Arrive back in Srinagar and check in to your houseboat.

Evening:

• Dinner: Relish a delicious dinner at your houseboat.
• Overnight Stay: Enjoy a cozy overnight stay on the houseboat in Srinagar.

Notes:

• Alternate Plan: In case of heavy snowfall making Gulmarg inaccessible, the itinerary will be adjusted to visit Yusmarg instead.
• Gulmarg Gondola Ticket: The Gondola ticket is complimentary but subject to availability. For pre-booking, visit Jammu Kashmir Cable Car. Note that the date for visiting Gulmarg may change, and the itinerary is subject to shuffling.
• Local Movement in Gulmarg: Vehicles provide transportation only to Gulmarg. For local sightseeing, guests will need to hire a pony or local vehicle on a direct payment basis.

Extra Topping: Refreshments and additional activities during your excursion may be arranged as needed.

Morning:

• Buffet Breakfast: Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast at your houseboat.

• Transfer to Sonmarg: Proceed for a day excursion to Sonmarg, often referred to as the "Golden Meadow." This picturesque location lies in the Sind Valley and is adorned with flowers and encircled by majestic mountains.

In Sonmarg:

• Explore Sonmarg: Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Sonmarg, a popular base for trekking to high-altitude Himalayan lakes.

• Optional Activities:

  • Pony Ride: Take a pony ride up to Thajiwas Glacier (on a direct payment basis and subject to operation).
  • Sledge Riding: Experience sledge riding on snow (on a direct payment basis).

Afternoon:

• Return to Srinagar: Travel back to Srinagar in the late afternoon.

Evening:

• Dinner: Enjoy a delicious dinner at your houseboat.

• Overnight Stay: Spend a relaxing night at your houseboat in Srinagar.

Extra Topping: Refreshments or light snacks during your day excursion can be arranged upon request.

Notes:

• Pony and Sledge Rides: Both activities are available on a direct payment basis and are subject to operational conditions.
• Weather and Operational Status: The itinerary may be adjusted based on weather conditions and operational status of activities.