About the trip
Itinerary
- Arrive at Srinagar Airport after a scenic flight over the snow-capped mountains.
- Check-In to Your Houseboat and take some time to rest.
- Begin by visiting the Tulip Garden (If time & Weather Permits), Mughal Gardens, including Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Garden, and Chashme Shahi.
- Enjoy a picturesque 1-hour Shikara ride, witnessing the beauty of the surrounding Pir Panjal ranges.
- Return to Your Houseboat for dinner.
- Overnight Stay in Srinagar.
Note: Please schedule your arrival flight before 12 PM, as our sightseeing begins at 1 PM. The meeting point will be the Houseboat in Srinagar. The directions for the same will be given upon arrival.
The Tulip Garden is expected to open from the last week of March to the last week of April.
- Wake up and enjoy breakfast before boarding your transfer to Gulmarg, a place that looks straight out of a painting.
- Embark on a scenic 2-hour drive to Gulmarg, soaking in the breathtaking views of the Himalayan snow-clad peaks.
- Upon arrival in Gulmarg, take a ride on the highest gondola in Asia, offering stunning views of the Kashmir Valley. In Gulmarg, you can indulge in a number of winter adventure sports like skiing, snowboarding, etc.
- Check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
- Activities:
- Go trekking or take a pony ride to Khilangmarg, located 6 km from Gulmarg.
- Enjoy cafe hopping in the market area and savor the delicious local food.
- Return to your hotel for dinner.
- Stay overnight in Gulmarg.
Note: Gondola tickets will be provided based on availability, as this is the peak season and tickets sell out quickly. In case the tickets are not available, the amount will be refunded to you.
- Early Morning: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
- Board your vehicle transfer for a scenic 4-hour drive to Pahalgam.
- En Route, Stop in the Pulwama District to explore the Avantipur Ruins.
- Arrival in Pahalgam, Check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
- Return to your hotel for dinner.
- Overnight Stay in Pahalgam.
- Wake up to a beautiful morning in Pahalgam and enjoy your breakfast.
- Prepare for the day and board your transfers.
- Begin by visiting the Aru Valley, known for its lush meadows, pristine lakes, and mountains.
- Afterwards Head to the famous Betaab Valley, a popular spot for Bollywood filmmakers.
- Afterwards Proceed to the scenic rocky valley of Chandanwari (weather permitting) where you can enjoy an exciting pony ride (at your own expense).
- Later, start your drive back to Srinagar.
- Check in to your hotel and have dinner.
- Overnight Stay in Srinagar.
- Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel before departing for Sonmarg, renowned for its scenic beauty.
- During the three-hour drive, pause at the Sindh River valley to admire its picturesque flowery meadows.
- Upon arrival in Sonamarg, enjoy leisure time to explore and relax.
- Opt for exciting activities such as a pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier (at your own expense) for breathtaking views of the frozen glacier.
- After exploring Sonamarg, return to your hotel in Srinagar for dinner.
- Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Note: If due to weather conditions, a visit to Sonmarg is not possible, we’ll visit Doodhpatri instead.
- Post breakfast in the morning, check out from your hotel.
- Depart with a lot of memories to cherish.
- One Airport Pickup (11:00 AM)
- Transportation throughout the itinerary in a private vehicle
- Accommodation for 5 nights on a double/triple sharing basis (1 night in a Srinagar houseboat, 2 nights in a Srinagar hotel, 1 night in a Pahalgam hotel, 1 night in a Gulmarg hotel)
- A total of 10 meals ( Dinner on Day 1, Breakfast and Dinner on Day 2, Breakfast and Dinner on Day 3, Breakfast and Dinner on Day 4 , Breakfast and Dinner on Day 5, Breakfast on Day 6) included.
- 1-hour Shikara ride included
- Internal transfers to Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari
- Gondola Cable Car Phase 1 tickets
- Team captain accompanying throughout the trip
- Medical kit provided
- All necessary inner line permits included
- Driver charges, permits, tolls, fuel, and parking charges
Note
Airport pickup is at a fixed time (depending on the majority of arrival time of the group members)
Kindly be informed that our itinerary is subject to potential changes based on several factors, such as extreme weather conditions, road conditions, and the physical capabilities of our participants. These alterations will be made with the utmost concern for the safety, comfort, and overall well being of our valued guests.
Our group departures are designed to accommodate travelers between the ages of 18 and 42, as our itineraries are designed to be dynamic and action-packed. Nevertheless, we are more than happy to create custom trips for individuals beyond this age range.
Additionally, please note that the availability of Gondola ride tickets is not guaranteed, and in the unfortunate event of unavailability, Capture A Trip will not be held liable. Rest assured, we will make every effort to offer a suitable alternative in such situations.
In case the Tulip Garden is closed due to weather conditions, we’ll visit the Mughal Gardens instead. The Tulip Garden is expected to open from the last week of March to the last week of April.
Please schedule your arrival flight before 12 PM, as our sightseeing begins at 1 PM.
We can swap the Pahalgam stay with Gulmarg and vice versa based on weather conditions and hotel availability. This way, there will be no change in the sightseeing options, as the number of nights at each destination will remain the same.
- GST (5%) will be applicable extra.
- Additional charges for any food or beverages not included in the package.
- Any additional costs incurred due to natural calamities or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control.
- Any expenses not mentioned in the inclusion column.
- Personal expenses such as tips for drivers, entry fees to monuments/monasteries, camera/video camera charges, laundry, telephone bills, tips, etc.
- Airport drop-off not included.
- Pony rides are excluded.
- Any adventure activities not specified in the inclusions are not included.
Note
Airport pickup is at a fixed time (depending on the majority of arrival time of the group members)
Kindly be informed that our itinerary is subject to potential changes based on several factors, such as extreme weather conditions, road conditions, and the physical capabilities of our participants. These alterations will be made with the utmost concern for the safety, comfort, and overall well being of our valued guests.
Our group departures are designed to accommodate travelers between the ages of 18 and 42, as our itineraries are designed to be dynamic and action-packed. Nevertheless, we are more than happy to create custom trips for individuals beyond this age range.
Additionally, please note that the availability of Gondola ride tickets is not guaranteed, and in the unfortunate event of unavailability, Capture A Trip will not be held liable. Rest assured, we will make every effort to offer a suitable alternative in such situations.
In case the Tulip Garden is closed due to weather conditions, we’ll visit the Mughal Gardens instead. The Tulip Garden is expected to open from the last week of March to the last week of April.
Please schedule your arrival flight before 12 PM, as our sightseeing begins at 1 PM.
We can swap the Pahalgam stay with Gulmarg and vice versa based on weather conditions and hotel availability. This way, there will be no change in the sightseeing options, as the number of nights at each destination will remain the same.
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