Kashmir

Important Informations :

Tour Duration: 6 day(s)
Specialty Categories: Cultural Journey Archeology/History
Season: January - December
Tour Customizable: Yes

Kashmir is known for its unearthly beauty, which has earned it the sobriquet of being the " Paradise on Earth". Kashmir Valley is part of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in north India. The decade old political and civil turmoil in the region has not taken anything away from the beauty of Kashmir. With peace returning to the Kashmir Valley, it has now become a tourist hot spot owing to its amazing cultural diversity, the sheer beauty of the mighty Himalayas, and the green valleys whose beauty has attracted a horde of migrants from West Asia and Central Asia down the ages.

Population - Delhi Tour
According to the 1981 census reports, Kashmir has a population of 77,18,700. Almost 50% of the population is engaged in agriculture. The Kashmir Valley is dominated by Muslims, while the Jammu region has an equal distribution of Hindus and Muslims. The Ladakh Valley has a Buddhist population, with a sizeable Muslim minority.

Climate - Delhi Tour Packages
The state of Jammu and Kashmir has three climate zones: the Arctic zone of Ladakh, the temperate climate of the Kashmir Valley and the sub tropical region of Jammu. Altitude ranges from 1000 to 28,250 feet, causing sharp climatic differences in the state. The fierce beauty of the Ladakh Valley is a draw for tourists, despite the inhospitable terrain and cold desert like conditions. The Kashmir Valley, with its clear lakes, pine forests and heavy snowfall in winters, counts many tourist footfalls in summers.Tucked away in the foothills of the Himalayas, with the picturesque river Tawi flowing alongside, stands the land that Raja Jambu Lochan discovered one day while he was hunting. Legend has it that he suddenly came upon a clearing where he saw a sight that left him speechless. A tiger and a goat stood side by side drinking water from the same place in the Tawi river. He was so struck by this unusual sight that he decided to build a city on this soil where no-living creature seemed to bear enmity towards each other. Today, as if in testimony, the city of Jammu Kashmir is popularly known as the "City of Temeples". Innumerable temples and shrines with glittering "Shikhars" soar into the sky, like caretakers of the city, creating the ambiance of a truly holy city.

Tour Itinerary:

Day 1 - Tour to Delhi
Fly from Tour to Delhi to Srinagar. Upon arrival transfer to Delux Houseboat. Rest of the day is free for leisure. Overnight stay in Delux Houseboat.

Day 2 - Kashmir Tour
Morning sightseeing of Mughal Gardens, visit to Nishat Bagh (Abode of pleasure) built by Asif Khan, brother in law of Jehangir in 1632 AD. And Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love) built by Jehangir for his wife Empress Noor Jahan. All the gardens are situated on the Zabarwan Mountains in the background Kashmir Tour Packages. The distance from Srinagar to the said gardens is about 12 and 15 kms respectively. Enroute visit to carpet-weaving factory. Late afternoon, take a Shikara ride on Dal Lake visiting floating and vegetable gardens etc. Witness the art of walnut woodcarving and paper-mache making. Overnight stay in Delux Houseboat.

Day 3 - Gulmarg Tour
Full day trip to Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers), which is 2730 m above the sea level. The distance of 60 Km will be covered in about 2 Hrs. Gulmarg has one of the best Ski slopes in the world and has the highest golf course (18 holes) in the world. One can also have a view of Nanga Prabhat Moutain if weather permits. The view enroute from Tangarg to Gulmarg Tour is fascinating. One can also have a short trek upto Khilangmarg that can be covered in about 3 Hrs. Return back to Srinagar in the evening. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 4 - Pahalgam Tour
After breakfast, drive to Pahalgam Tour Packages (Valley of shepherds). Thedistance of about 96 Km will be covered in about 3 Hrs. Enroute, visit Saffron fields, Awantipura ruins (1100 year old temple of Lord Vishnu built by King Awantiwareman). Enjoy the beautiful countryside on the way with lots of rice fields. Take a drive through the pine forest. After lunch have bridle walks and feed your cameras with breath-taking pictures of magnificent views of the mountains. In the evening return to Srinagar. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 5 - Sonmarg Tour
After breakfast, drive to Sonmarg Tour Packages. The distance of about 83 Kms will be covered in about 2,5 Hrs. Sonmarg lies in Sindh Valley streamed with flowers and surrounded by mountains. Sonmarg is also the base for some interesting treks to the high altitudes of Himalayan Lake. Return to Srinagar after enjoying enchanting scenery of Sonmarg. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 6 : Sonmarg Tour Packages
Transfer to airport to catch flight for your onward destination.

Cost Includes :
- Hotel accommodations including taxes as per the itinerary and category selected.
- Daily breakfast at the the hotel.
- All transfers, excursions as mentioned in the itinerary by deluxe air conditioned coach for our group tours and by AC car for our private tours.
- Services of English speaking local guides on all city tours and excursions.
- Entrance fees to the monuments as per the itinerary for our group tours.
- All applicable Government and hotel taxes.