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Paradise Valley

 

Day 01 Srinagar :- On arrival in Srinagar, meet, assist and transfer to Deluxe Houseboats. Srinagar is the pride of the beautiful valley of Kashmir and is famous for its lakes, and the charming rows of houseboats floating on them. Late afternoon take a Shikara ride on Dal Lake, visiting floating vegetable gardens. Also witness a walnut woodcarving and papier mache making demonstration. Overnight in Deluxe Houseboats

Day 02 Srinagar :- The Mughal Emperor Jahangir was so captivated by the beauty of this valley that ho exclaimed “Gar firdaus, ruhe zamin ast, hamin asto, hamin asto, hamin asto” (If there is a heaven on earth, it’s here, it’s here, its here). Morning, go sightseeing and visit the Mughal Gardens built by Jehangir… the Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh are beautiful gardens located to the far eastern side of the Dal Lake with Zabarwan Mountains in the background. One can take a stroll amongst these green and attractive gardens and enjoy the waterworks within. Enroute visit a carpet weaving factory. Overnight in Deluxe Houseboats.a

Day 03 Srinagar :- Full day trip Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers) 2730 Mts. Above sea level (2 hrs). In summer, the meadows of Gulmarg are laden with flowers. In winter the snow-covered slopes of GUlmarg turn into a skiing resort. It is a popular trekking destination and boasts of the world’s highest golf course, with 18 holes. One can also have the view of Nanga Parbhat if weather permits. One can also make a short trek upto Khilangmarg, in about 3 hrs. Also enjoy sledge riding on snow. Chair Lifts for mountain rides are also available. Lunch will be carried from the Houseboat. Overnight stay in Deluxe Houseboats

Day 04 Pahalgam :- After breakfast drive to Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds) (3 hrs). Enroute visit saffron fields, Awantipura ruins (1100 year old temple of Lord Vishnu built by King Awantiwareman), enjoy the beautiful countryside, pine forests and the rice fields. Arrive in Pahalgam and check in to hotel. Pahalgam provides an ideal setting for activities like hiking, trekking and fishing. It is also the starting point of the annual pilgrimage to the holy cave of Amarnath. After lunch have bridle walks and feed your cameras with pictures of the magnificent view of mountains. Overnight in hotel at Pahalgam

Day 05 Srinagar :- Drive back to Srinagar from Pahalgam (3 hrs) and transfer to Deluxe HouseBoats. Overnight in Deluxe Houseboats

Day 06 Onwards :- After breakfast transfer to the airport catch flight for your onward destination

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