8N9D- Offbeat Kashmir with Dachigam

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8N9D- Offbeat Kashmir with Dachigam

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8N9D- Offbeat Kashmir with Dachigam

(8 Nights 9 Days)

Highlights

  • 8 Nights / 9 Days Kashmir trip
  • Route: Srinagar (6N) → Kokernag (2N)
  • Arrival in Srinagar, city tour, houseboat stay
  • Yusmarg day trip
  • Dachigam National Park day trip
  • Srinagar- Kokernag with Sinthan Top - Srinagar in 3 days
  • Sonmarg day trip
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Overview

A land of untouched beauty, Kashmir is definitely a paradise on earth with its snow-capped mountains and scenic landscape. Kashmir is beautiful gardens, lakes, valleys, and much more. Kashmir remains one of the most celebrated holiday destinations in the world. The lush green views of Aru Valley, the colourful series of houseboats & shikaras and the holy shrines of Jammu City. Jammu and Kashmir is all about never-fading beauty and allure.
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Tour Itinerary
(8 Nights 9 Days)

Day 1

Arrival in Srinagar, city tour, houseboat stay

On your arrival at the Srinagar International Airport, you will be taken for a 35 minutes drive through the heart of New Srinagar city, passing the Abdullah bridge which connects the banks of the Jhelum river. Proceed for an hour of Shikara ride in the lake. After some rest, a day of local sightseeing that includes a visit to the famous Mughal gardens of Nishat and Shalimar. Overnight stay at the hotel/ houseboat.

Day 2

Yusmarg day trip

After breakfast, set out for an excursion to Yusmarg. Yusmarg, the meadow of Jesus is an apline valley located in Badgam district and covered by snow clad mountains and meadows of pine and fir. This valley mesmerizes tourists with its natural beauty. This is also popular for horse riding, fishing and for skiing during winter. After spending some quality time, return back to Srinagar for overnight stay.

Day 3

Dachigam National Park day trip

After breakfast, set out for an excursin to Dachigam National Park. Located 22 kms from Srinagar city, the park was once the private game preserve of Maharaja Gulab Singh. The park is situated at altitude ranging from 5500 ft to 14,000 ft. Due to the variation in altitude, the park is demarcated into upper and lower regions. The best time to visit the park is: upper Dachigam from months of May till August; lower Dachigam from months of September till December. Bird watching is best in the months of March till May. The park is popular as the home of the rare and critically endangered Hangul or Kashmir stag. The other famous attractions of the park are Himalayan Black Bear, Markhor, Ibex and exotic birds. Enjoy the safari at Dachigam National Park. Later drive back to Srinagar for overnight stay.

Day 4

Srinagar- Kokernag with Sinthan Top

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and take the road to one of most serene and beautiful city of Kokernag in Anantnag district. On arrival at Kokernag, after some rest, proceed for Papashudan Nad spring. The water of Spring is popular for its medicinal and digestive properties and draws thousands of tourists around the world. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 5

Srinagar- Kokernag with Sinthan Top

Proceed for a full day excursion to Daksum and Sinthan Top. 498 kms from Kokernag, Sinthan top is the highest pass connecting Kashmir with Jammu via Kishtwar. Daksum swathed in coniferous green forests is trekkers pardise. The curvy uphill drive from Daksum to Sinthan Top is pretty thrilling and adventurous. Sinthan top is popular for the 360 degrees view and year round snow. Adventure enthusiasts can plan for mountaineering and skiing here. Overnight stay at hotel in Kokernag.

Day 6

Srinagar- Kokernag with Sinthan Top

After breakfast, check out from hotel and proceed for Srinagar. Enroute visit Verinag- popular for water spring and Mughal gardens. Also visit garden of Achabel, ruins of Martand Sun temple and Mattan temple of Shiva. Later on arrival at Srinagar, check in to houseboat/ hotel for overnight stay.

Day 7

Sonmarg day trip

After breakfast, drive to Sonmarg (90 kms/3 hrs) enroute Kheer Bhawani Darshan. On arrival at Sonmarg, visit Thajjwas glacier (own cost) . Return back to Srinagar. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel.

Day 8

Srinagar city tour

After breakfast, we proceed for a half day city tour that includes visit to the famous Mughal gardens of Nishat and Shalimar, the Chasme Shahi Garden, Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love) and Shankaracharya Temple. We will explore the gardens and later drive back to the hotel for a dinner and Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 9

Departure/transfers to Srinagar Airport

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfers to airport for your onward journey with memories of ALifetimeTrip.

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Inclusions

  • Accommodation at hotels/resorts/camps on double/triple Occupancy as per requirement.
  • All Applicable Taxes
  • Complimentary Shikara ride if you are staying at houseboat.

Exclusions

  • Any entry fees
  • Any Air/Train/ Bus Fares- Best fares, Available On Request.
  • Items of personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry
  • Any expenses for entrance fees or optional activities or tickets, unless quoted in Inclusions.
  • Any optional activities
  • Pony Ride
Important Information

  • Hotels quoted are subjected to availability, in case non-availability similar category Hotels shall be offered prior to booking
  • In Houseboats stay:  During cold waves in parts of Jammu Kashmir, houseboats faces immense hardships in terms of water supply and irregular electricity therefore alternatively the water supply in washroom areas might be provided in buckets.
  • In Gulmarg: During heavy snowfall, there will be a change of the vehicle in Tangmarg which is about 14 kms before Gulmarg. Snowjeeps or chained vehicles will be used from there up to Gulmarg and back for which the clients have to pay an additional amount of INR: 1500/- for return trip.
  • In Pahalgam: Sightseeing of Chandanwari, Betaab Valley, Baisaran Valley and Aru Valley are not included in our packages and can be done on direct payment.
  • In Sonmarg: The vehicle is allowed to drop at main Sonamarg and from there onwards one has to walk up to Thajiwass or one can go by ponies on direct payment.

cancellation policy

  • 25% Charges of lump sum amount, anytime prior to 30 days of Tour Start.
  • 50% Charges of lump sum amount, anytime within 30-15 days prior to Tour Start.
  • 75% Charges of lump sum amount, anytime within 15-10 days of Tour Start. 
  • 100% Retention Charges thereafter.

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