Kashmir - Paradise On Earth
Pahalgam, Srinagar, Sonamarg, Gulmarg & Katra
8Days / 7Nights

Set like a jewelled crown on the map of India, Kashmir is a multi-faceted diamond, changing its hues with the seasons always extravagantly beautiful. The Mughals aptly called Kashmir Paradise on Earth where they journeyed across the hot plains of India, to the valley s cool environs in summer. Kashmir is a land where myriad holiday ideas are realised Golfing at 2,700 m above the sea, water skiing in the lakes or simply drifting down the willow fringed alleys of lakes in shikaras and living in gorgeous houseboats.

Day 01
Arrive Jammu | Onto Pahalgam (270kms / approx. 7 hour drive)

Welcome to Jammu, the city of temples. On arrival at Jammu airport or railway station, begin your tour of 'Kashmir-Paradise on Earth' .You will drive to Pahalgam. Arrive Pahalgam and check into your hotel

Day 02
In Pahalgam

The day is at leisure to admire the beauty of this quiet place. One can enjoy a pony ride to nearby places like Chandanwari (ponies can be hired directly) or simply walk along the river, Lidder.

Day 03
On to Srinagar (97 kms / approx. 4 hour drive)

Today, you will drive to Srinagar. Enroute visit the Awantipura ruins, an 1100 year old temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. On arrival into Srinagar, check into your hotel / houseboat. In the afternoon visit the temple of Shankaracharya and the Mughal Gardens

Day 04
Excursion to Sonmarg (82 kms. / approx. 4 hour drive, one-way)

Today you will proceed on a day excursion to Sonmarg, the 'Meadow of Gold'. Enjoy a pony ride on the glacier (ponies can be hired directly).

Day 05
Day Excursion to Gulmarg (52 kms / approx. 2 hour drive, one-way

Drive to Gulmarg, also known as the 'Meadow of Flowers'. Enjoy a fun-filled pony ride and gondola rides (on direct payment). Later, return to Srinagar. In the evening experience a romantic "shikara ride" on the Dal Lake.

Day 06
On to Katra (270 kms / approx. 7 hour drive)

This morning drive to Katra where you will check into your hotel on arrival. The evening is at leisure.

Day 07
In Katra

Today embark on a 14 km trek to the Vaishnodevi Mata shrine (ponies can be hired on direct payment basis). After darshan you will return to your hotel late at night.

Day 08
On to Jammu (56 kms / approx 2 hour drive) Return home with happy memories

Today bid farewell to your 'Kashmir-Paradise on Earth' tour, as you are transferred to Jammu airport or Jammu railway station for your onward journey.