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Day
1
Delhi-Srinagar
Arrive: Srinagar by Jet Airways/Indian Airlines/Sahara. Greeting, Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to houseboat. Afternoon 2 to 3 hours boat ride on Dal Lake by a Gondola boat called "Shikara" witness the ride on lake, called Venice of India and experience the aquatic life of Srinagar. Also see the scenic extra Vaganza of the Kashmir and enjoy the profusion of colors in the paradise on earth. While returning visit to the local crafts market and see the fine carved hand-made articles from papier machie and wood of a walnut. Dinner and overnight at deluxe houseboats.
Day 2
Srinagar
After a breakfast you will visit Mughal Garden "Nishat" (The garden of Pleasure) and '' Shalimar'' (Abode of Love). Drive along the lake side on Boulevard on returning visit a local Handicrafts emporium for hand-knotted specialty silken carpets, Shawls, Jewellery ornaments. After lunch in second half day proceed for the city tour visiting Shankaryacharya Temple, Monument of Medieval architecture etc. Return to the houseboat enroute drive and walk through the old town of the city, were one can see the colorful of people living around. Dinner and overnight at deluxe houseboats.
Day 3
Gulmarg
Full day return excursion to Gulmarg, called as "Meadow of flowers" with
picnic lunch. Gulmarg is 53 Kms from Srinagar at an altitude of 8700 Ft.Gulmarg
also referred as Meadow of flowers is a famous ski resort. and the world's
highest 18 hole golf course. The place was prominent during the British
time. Enjoy the scenic view of Kongdori on a Cable Car Ride - Gondola.
Return to Srinagar for an overnight at the deluxe houseboats.
Day 4
Pahalgham
Full day return excursion to Pahalgham, called as "Valley of Shepherds".
Enroute visiting the Avantipur Ruins of 9th century and Mattan temple
complex. On arrival in Pahalgham, enjoy the nature and walk around the
banks of river Lidder. Pahalgham is famous for some trekking routes also
and is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. Return to Srinagar for an
overnight at the deluxe houseboats.
Day 5
Srinagar - Delhi
In time transfer to airport to connect the flight for Delhi. Depart: Srinagar
by Jet Airways/Indian Airlines/Sahara.Arrive: Delhi by Jet Airways/Indian
Airlines/Sahara.
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