Kashmir Backpacking 6N 7D
Accommodations
Transfers
Local Sightseeing
Meals
Overview
Jammu
Kashmir, often called "Paradise on Earth," is a breathtaking region known for its stunning landscapes, snow-capped mountains, and lush valleys. Located in northern India, it is famous for its serene lakes, such as Dal Lake, and beautiful gardens built during the Mughal era. The region experiences all four seasons, making it a year-round destination for travelers. Adventure enthusiasts can enjoy activities like trekking, skiing, and river rafting, while culture lovers can explore the rich heritage, handicrafts, and delicious Kashmiri cuisine. Despite its political complexities, Kashmir remains a mesmerizing destination that captivates visitors with its natural beauty and warm hospitality.
Day wise Itinerary
- Assemble at boarding point in Delhi and meet your Trip Captain.
- Start an overnight journey to Jammu and socialize with your co-travellers.
- After arriving in Jammu, start your journey towards Srinagar.
- Reach Srinagar, check-in to your cozy hotel and freshen-up.
- Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.
- Wake up and post breakfast, begin your drive from Srinagar for a full-day excursion of Gulmarg (World’s highest green golf course).
- After arriving in Gulmarg, experience Asia’s highest Gondola ride in Gulmarg and get mesmerized by the stunning landscapes of Nanga Parvat from Gulmarg to Khilanmarg.
- In the evening, post exploring Gulmarg, return to your hotel and have leisure.
- Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.
- Wake up and post breakfast, begin your drive from Srinagar for a full-day excursion of Sonmarg.
- Enjoy the mesmerising Himalayan views of Sonmarg, or you may take a pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the year.
- In the evening, post exploring Sonmarg, return to your hotel and have leisure.
- Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.
- Wake up and post breakfast, check-out from the hotel and begin your drive from Srinagar to Pahalgam known as the 'valley of shepherds’.
- Enroute Pahalgam, we’ll visit Pampore, Avantipura, and the village of Bijbehara.
- In Pahalgam, head out to explore the gorgeous Betab Valley, Chandanwari, and Aru Valley.
- In the evening, post exploring Pahalgam, check-in to our comfy hotel and have some leisure.
- Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.
- Wake up and post breakfast, check-out from the hotel and begin your drive from Pahalgam to Srinagar.
- After arriving in Srinagar, head out for local explorations of major attractions such as Hazaratbal Mosque, Nishat Garden, Chashm-e-Shahi & Shalimar Garden.
- Visit the popular Shankaracharya Temple and witness the beautiful view of Kashmir Valley as seen from the hill-top.
- In the evening, check-in to our Dal Lake Houseboat, treat yourself with jaw-dropping sunset scenes over the Dal Lake and feel the Kashmiriyat during the beautiful Shikara ride in Dal Lake.
- Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a houseboat.
- In the morning, post breakfast check-out from our property and say goodbye to your hosts in Srinagar and leave for Delhi via Jammu.
- In the evening, reach Jammu and start your overnight journey from Jammu to Delhi.
- Reach Delhi early morning with lots of amazing memories and unforgettable experiences.
Inclusion
✓ Transportation: Comfortable AC Sleeper/Deluxe Bus (Delhi to Jammu & back) and Tempo Traveler/Cab (depending upon group size) at all other times (Jammu to Jammu).
✓ 5 Nights Accommodation on sharing basis: Srinagar (1 Night in Houseboat & 3 Nights in Hotel) and Pahalgam (1 Night in Hotel).
✓ 10 Buffet Meals: Srinagar (4 Dinners + 4 Breakfasts) and Pahalgam (1 Dinner + 1 Breakfast).
✓ Complimentary Shikara ride in Dal Lake (1 Hour).
✓ Experienced Trip Captain/Local Assistance.
✓ Local explorations as per itinerary.
✓ Reliable and experienced local drivers to drive in difficult terrains.
✓ Driver allowances, toll taxes, parking, and state taxes.
Exclusion
✗ Any extra meals apart from the ones mentioned under inclusions.
✗ Srinagar Airport pickup and drop facility.
✗ Expenses for Gulmarg gondola ride (cable car) and Sonmarg zero point cab.
✗ Cost of snow-chained or 4*4 vehicle (if required for Gulmarg or Drung) due to heavy snowfall.
✗ Travel Insurance, items of personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry etc.
✗ Any entry fees, extra expenses for optional activities or tickets, unless quoted in Inclusions.
✗ Any other costing involved due to circumstances like natural calamity, weather conditions, riots, roadblocks, landslides or any other forced circumstances which are out of our control.
✗ GST (5%) is applicable extra.
✗ Anything which is not mentioned in the above inclusions.