Highlights of Kashmir | FREE Shikara Ride on Dal Lake

Upon arrival at Srinagar Airport, transfer to your hotel and spend the day at your leisure. You can visit the Srinagar Tulip Garden, a 30-acre floral paradise by Dal Lake and Nishat Bagh. It boasts over 1.5 million tulips, making it the largest in Asia. You can also visit Chashme Shahi, a Mughal garden built in 1632 by Emperor Shah Jahan, featuring a spring with cool, curative waters. Next, you can see the Botanical Garden, known for its 150,000 ornamental plants, before returning to the hotel.

In the morning, you'll be transferred to the Gulmarg Union Cab Stand, where you can arrange a cab for sightseeing in Gulmarg. You can experience the Gulmarg Gondola, one of the world’s highest cable cars, offering panoramic views of snow-covered mountains. Next, you can visit Drung Waterfall, a serene spot known for its gushing waters cascading down rocky cliffs. Return to the Union Cab Stand on your own. Then, board your transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay.

In the morning, you'll be transferred to Sonmarg Pony Ride Parking. From there, you can take a horseback ride to Thajiwas Glacier, known for its stunning views of the Himalayan peaks and pristine landscape creates a peaceful ambiance. You can also experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on the Sindh River, famous for its crystal-clear waters, where you can experience whitewater rafting. Later, head to Sonmarg Pony Ride Parking. From there, you'll be driven to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Check out from your hotel in Srinagar and get transferred to Pahalgam. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and later get transferred to the Pahalgam Union Cab Stand. You can hire a cab from there (at your own cost) and visit the famous Aru, Betaab, and Chandanwari Valleys. Afterward, you can also experience rafting at Lidder River (at an additional cost) before heading to the Union Cab Stand on your own. Later, you'll be transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.

After checking out, you'll be driven to the beautiful city of Srinagar. Upon arrival, explore the stunning Mughal Gardens, famous for their terraced lawns and colorful flowers. Next, visit Badam Wari Park, known for its almond blossoms in spring. Then, stroll through Nishat Bagh, offering views of Dal Lake and the Zabarwan Mountains. Also visit Shankaracharya Temple and Lal Chowk Market before enjoying a serene shikara ride on Dal Lake. Later, check into your houseboat for an overnight stay.

After checking out, you'll be transferred to the airport for an onward journey. This marks the end of your trip.