The legendary paradise of Kashmir, once the summer retreat of the Mughals and the British, is slowly but surely being visited by tourists again. Stay in a Kashmir houseboat for a unique experience. Visit the beautiful Mughal Gardens and pick up exquisite walnut wood artefacts, papier machie handicrafts and visit a carpet weaving factory. You will also stay at picturesque Pahalgam and Gulmarg.
Day 1 - Srinagar
Our services start with your arrival at Srinagar airport. Meet & greet and transfer by to Houseboat/Hotel. Welcome drink on arrival. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in the houseboat/hotel.
Day 02 - Srinagar
After breakfast visit the Mughal Gardens, Chashmi-e Shahi (The Royal Spring), Nishat (The Garden of pleasure) & Shalimar Bagh (Abode of Love). In the afternoon enjoy a Shikara ride on the Dal Lake. Overnight in the houseboat/hotel.
Day 3 - Srinagar-Gulmarg-Srinagar
After breakfast full day excursion of Gulmarg - the most beautiful summer resort in the valley. It is popular for its highest golf course and skiing in winters. You can enjoy a pony ride and also enjoy a Gondola ride (cable car) to Kangdori/Alpatar (at your own cost). Return to the houseboat/hotel by evening for overnight stay.
Day 4 - Srinagar
After breakfast time free till departure. Transfer by car to Srinagar airport for departure to next destination.
Cost
Deluxe Houseboat
Hotel Silver Star
1 Adult
Rs. 12350
Rs. 19095
2 Adults
Rs. 6413
Rs. 9548
4 Adults
Rs. 5178
Rs. 8360
Extra Bed
Rs. 2708
Rs. 5035
Child (05 - 12)
Rs. 1140
Rs. 2043
*Upgrade Cost for Qualis Rs.1000/- for full tour.
Validity : Till 31st Mar '10
Cost Includes - » 3 nights stay in Srinagar with breakfast & dinner. » Return airport transfers in Srinagar. » Half day tour of Mughal Gardens. » Full day excursion to Gulmarg. » Shikara Ride on Dal Lake for 3 hrs.
Important Information: » For Extra adult in the room we will provide an extra bed (wherever possible), but some hotels only provide a roll out bed and have no provision of an extra bed. » Operator reserves the right to re-arrange itinerary to suit hotel availability without changing the total number of days in each destination and without compromising any services. » The vehicle used is non air-conditioned and is available for point to point services only and is not at disposal. Clients are requested to follow the timings in the program. In case any services are missed due to delay in departure, the operator will not be responsible for any refunds. » Srinagar vehicle is not allowed to do any local sightseeing in Sonmarg, Gulmarg & Pahalgam and hence no local sightseeing in these places is included. » Mughal Gardens remain closed on Fridays. » Child sharing parent’s room will not be provided an extra bed.