JNK0001 : SRINAGAR – PAHALGAM – GULMARG

This day we take utmost privilege in cordially welcoming you to experience and explore the holistic delight of Jammu and Kashmir- the heaven on earth. Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It lies in the Kashmir Valley on the banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus, and Dal and Anchar lakes. The city is known for its natural environment, gardens, waterfronts and houseboats. After getting luggage at the airport, proceed towards Hotel. After refreshing yourself, leave the hotel and take a walk around, and feel the surroundings of Dal Lake nearby. Cover the famous Mughal Gardens NishatBagh “Abode of Pleasure on the shore of the Dal Lake”, Shalimar Bagh “Abode of Love built by Jahangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan”, Cheshma Shahi &Pari Mahal. Dinner and Overnight stay at the Hotel in Srinagar.

રેલ્વે સ્ટેશન અથવા એરપોર્ટ થી હોટેલ જવા માટે રવાના. શ્રીનગર આગમન.
શ્રીનગર એ ભારતીય કેન્દ્રશાસિત પ્રદેશ જમ્મુ અને કાશ્મીરનું સૌથી મોટું શહેર અને ઉનાળાની રાજધાની છે.આ શહેર તેના કુદરતી વાતાવરણ, બગીચાઓ, વોટરફ્રન્ટ્સ અને હાઉસબોટ માટે જાણીતું છે.

* જેલમ નદી
* સિંધુ તળાવ
* દાલ તળાવ
* અંજાર તળાવ
* મુગલ ગાર્ડન
* નિશાતબાગ
* શાલીમાર બાગ
* પરી મહેલ

After having breakfast, proceed towards Gulmarg, also known as the meadow of flowers, enroute through the small picturesque market of Tangmarg. It’s a famous Hill station of Jammu & Kashmir and is known for its salubrious beauty and charm. The route is full of Pine trees, Deodars, Amaltas, and Kikkar trees flanking the mountain side. It is known for Ski –Resort and The world’s highest 18 –hole Golf course. You can also enjoy a Gondola Ride (on your own cost) and take a look at the Apharwat Peak which offers a panoramic view of Nanga Parbat and Harmukh Mountains. In the evening drive back to Srinagar. Dinner and Overnight stay at the Hotel in Srinagar.

નાસ્તો કર્યા પછી, ગુલમર્ગ જવા માટે રવાના.

* ગોંડોલા રાઈડ (તમારા પોતાના ખર્ચે)

After having breakfast, checkout from the hotel and proceed towards Pahalgam also known as “the valley of Shepherds”, enroute through the National Highway 1A which connects the valley with the rest of the Country through saffron fields and Apple Valley. It is situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder River that rises from the hanging Kolahoi Glacier. Pahalgam (2,130 m) was once a humble shepherd’s village with breathtaking views. Enroute visiting Saffron fields, Awantipura ruins (1100 yrs old temple of Lord Vishnu built by King Awantivarman), see the beautiful countryside on the way and a lot of rice fields. Drive through pine forests. Now it is Kashmir’s premier resort, cool even during the height of summer when the maximum temperature does not exceed 25°C. After lunch, have bridle walks and feed your cameras with the picture of the magnificent view of mountains. You can stroll along the horse trail to the nearby valleys Baisaran, Chandanwari and Aru Valley (at your own cost – only cars operated by locals are allowed) and witness the striking beauty of mountains. Enjoy walking around Aru Village. A walk along the Lidder stream towards Pahalgam from Aru Village is very highly recommended for Nature Lovers. In the evening drive back to Srinagar. Later check in at Houseboat and proceed for Shikara Ride on Dal Lake; this ride is one of the most soothing, restful aspects of a holiday in Jammu and Kashmir. Visit to floating gardens (raadh) is yet another wonderful experience. A cluster of Lotus flowers amidst the lake is a heavenly sight. Dinner & Overnight stay at a houseboat in Srinagar.

નાસ્તો કર્યા પછી, હોટેલમાંથી ચેકઆઉટ કરો અને પહેલગામ જવા માટે રવાના.

* બૈસારન વેલી
* ચંદનવારી વેલી
* અરુ વેલી ( તમારા પોતાના ખર્ચે - ફક્ત સ્થાનિક લોકો દ્વારા સંચાલિત કારને જ મંજૂરી છે )
* શિકારા રાઇડ
* ફ્લોટિંગ ગાર્ડન

After breakfast check-out and proceed to Srinagar Airport to catch the flight for onward destination.

સવારનો નાસ્તો કરી હોટેલ માંથી ચેક આઉટ કરી પ્રવાસના યાદગાર ક્ષણોને ફોટો દ્વારા લઈ ફ્લાઇટ પકડવા માટે શ્રીનગર એરપોર્ટ જવા માટે રવાના.