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Katra, Srinagar, Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Sonmarg Trip

Srinagar

The Nishat Bagh (The Garden of Pleasure) and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of Love) are half-day tours of the world-famous Mughal Gardens. Hot lunch(extra) back to the houseboat. Shikara rides on Dal Lake in the afternoon to enjoy the beauty that God has graced this area, often comparable to Venice. You're going to get a view of some very interesting locations around the lake.

Srinagar to Gulmarg (Trip for the day) 112 Kms

Full-day tour of Gulmarg, one of the valley's most scenic summer resorts. It is also famous for its golf course, the highest in the world (in summer), and skiing during the winter season. Enjoy nature's splendour and the snowy mountains. One can take a gondola ride (cable car) from Gulmarg to Khalinmarg back to Houseboat in the evening. At Houseboat overnight.

Full-day excursion to Sonmarg Tour, Srinagar's most beautiful drive. We will stop at several beautiful places on the way. Continue driving to 2690 Mtrs (Meadow of Gold) Sonmarg. You can ride a horse to visit Thajiwas Glacier, where snow stays all year round, and Sonmarg is recognised as Ladakh 's Gateway. Back to Houseboat in the evening. At the hotel overnight.

You will be greeted by our representative at the airport upon arrival in Srinagar and transferred to the Deluxe Houseboat. Free in the afternoon for personal activities. At Houseboat overnight.

Srinagar to Pahalgam

Full day travel on the way to Saffron fields, Avantipur ruins and Anantnag sulpher spring to Pahalgam 2440 Mtrs (vale of Kashmir). The most popular location for the Indian film industry is Pahalgam. Enjoy the magic of nature in the valley. Back to Houseboat in the evening. At Houseboat overnight.Leave the 6/7 Hours drive to Katra early in the morning and check in at the hotel. Leisure Day. At the hotel overnight.

Katra via Katra to Vaishno Devi : You can hire horse or Palki even from the shrine board after breakfast start trekking 13 KM for Mata Vaishnodevi Darshan. Enjoy being together with your fellow travellers. The "Jai Mata Di". 13 km evening trek back to Katra. Katra Hotel overnight.


Betab Valley: Betaab valley, made popular by the eponymous Bollywood film, is the stuff that picture postcards are made of. This charming valley is a place of surreal beauty and one of the best places to visit in Pahalgam in May, when spring transforms it into paradise. You feel rejuvenated and spellbound at the same time, as you walk through lush meadows to the sound of the sparkling river and the sight of snow-clad mountains. In this oasis by the river, you can simply relax with a book and a hot tea cup or indulge in zip lining for a taste of adventure.

Places to visit in Sonamarg

Lake Satsar: Satsar Lake is one of the best places to visit in Sonmarg, situated in the Ganderbal district of Kashmir and at an enthralling elevation of 3,610 metres. This beautiful conflux literally translates into seven lakes, housing seven clustered alpine lakes that in a cascading configuration are interconnected to each other.

Gadsar Lake : Gadsar Lake is one of the best places to visit in Sonmarg in April for those who want to experience a frozen paradise, set at a spectacular height of 5,000 metres, with the breathtaking Himalayas in the background. Well-known as Lake of Flowers or Yemsar Lake, it literally translates into a fish lake as it serves not only the endangered brown trout fishes, but also the spectacular alpine meadows, wild flowers, and floating icebergs as a proud home.

Lake Gangabal : Thus, Sonmarg sightseeing is not complete without a visit to the mesmerising Gangabal Lake, a cascading river at the foot of Mount Harmukh. Gangabal Lake is one of the best places to visit in Sonmarg in June, drawing its wealth from the natural springs and glaciers for those who look forward to enjoying the best of trekking in the heart of Kashmir.

Valley of Baltal : The Baltal Valley is one of the best places of interest in Sonmarg, serving as the perfect base for travellers to embark on the famed Amarnath Yatra. Set along the banks of the Sindhi River, it provides spectacular views of the snow-covered mountains just 15 kilometres from the town of Sonmarg.

Places to visit in Gulmarg

Reserve of the Gulmarg Biosphere : Undoubtedly, one of the best places to visit in Gulmarg is the Gulmarg Biosphere Reserve. The thought of discovering its rich biodiversity and seeing different species of flora and fauna is an exciting idea in itself. If you love nature, you need to visit this place once and prepare to explore the Himalayan wilderness.

For ornithologists, the ecosystem is a paradise as one can not completely escape the scenic query that appears before oneself, the variety of birds! Along with other creatures like Hangul, Leopard, Brown Bear, Black Bear and Red Fox, you will find the endangered Musk Deer here.Birds such as Griffon Vulture, Blue Rock Monal, Snow Cock, Kashmir Roller can also be seen, etc.

Lake Alpather : For those willing to discover the best beauties of Gulmarg, Alpather Lake is an excellent attraction. It is undoubtedly one of Jammu & Kashmir's most beautiful lakes and is located 13 km away from Gulmarg. For photography enthusiasts, it is an ideal destination and you can also hop on a pony to explore the area! And now, how cool that is!

Ningle Nallah and Nallah Ferozepur : As the gushing cold water pounding on the hard rocks is a scene to die for, these two scenic mountain streams are very enticing to look at. In Ferozepur Nallah, fishing is particularly popular and it is ideal for individuals to look for what is great in these places. In its ice-cold water, you can sit and watch downstream or take a freezing bath, which we strongly do not recommend.

Temple of Shiva : Gulmargs Shiva temple is a quaint old temple of Lord Shiva and was the Dogra dynasty s royal temple the last monarchy of the Jammu & Kashmir state. It is serene and peaceful and it is the paradise of a dreamer. It is frequented by devotees who save the winters throughout the years. You have to visit this place once if you're in Gulmarg!

Baba Reshi's shrine : If you are religious and plan to visit the sacred places around Gulmarg, then the shrine of Baba Reshi is a must-see. Built in 1480 and dedicated to the name of Baba Reshi, a Muslim saint who stayed and prayed in this beautiful valley, this shrine is nestled in the calm of the mountains. The Kashmiri architecture of the old world is outstanding and you can not take your eyes off the craftsmanship of artists and sculptures from the mediaeval era.

Iglesia of Saint Mary : Indicating India 's perfect diversity, Gulmarg is also home to some ancient European art! The Church of Saint Mary is an especially attractive destination in Gulmarg and represents the Victorian architecture of the 20th century. The location is beautiful, to say the least, and in order to get a proper idea, one must actually visit this place! It is a memory of our heritage in Britain and will make you reflect on your roots and your land's legacy! From 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, it is open every day throughout the year.

Park for Children : Last but not least, Gulmarg Children's Park certainly makes the list of top places to visit in Gulmarg. The lovely meadows and green pastures with ponies are nothing short of the wonderland of a child. Its dreamy beauty is perfectly enhanced by different children's rides, including live pony rides! If you want to explore the lands of the mountains and have children, then this is the place you should look for.

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Itinerary

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Day 1 - Katra Day 2 - Katra Day 3 - Katra to Pahalgam Day 4 - Pahalgam to Srinagar. Day 5 - Srinagar to Gulmarg to Sonmarg Day 6 - Sonmarg to Srinagar Day 7 - Deperature