Glimpses of Kashmir Valley
3N Srinagar
- 01 Hr Shikara Ride
- Tour to Chandanwari, Aru & Betab Valley IN Pahalgam
During your Kashmir winter tour for 5 nights 6 days, get enthralled with the splendour of Srinagar, Pahalgam and Gulmarg. Kashmir’s capital city, Srinagar, is renowned for its mesmerizing beauty in the winter. It gets a fairy tale appearance from the glistening snow that covers the surrounding mountains and trees. You will be completely enchanted by the natural beauty as you experience the cool breeze brushing over your face. Enjoy sipping steaming hot kahwa in arresting settings, and ride a shikara on the bewitching Dal lake. Furthermore, the lake freezes throughout the heavy winter months, adding more attraction to Srinagar. A wintertime stroll through Srinagar’s Mughal gardens is also a delightful experience.
Pahalgam is simply charismatic when you visit it in the winter when there is enough fresh snow to enjoy. The Betaab, Aru, and Chandanwari valleys are the famous winter tourist destinations in Pahalgam offering sheer natural beauty and thrill.
The best getaway for those who love the great outdoors and winter sports is Gulmarg, the snow paradise. The views of the snow-capped covered in snow are beyond words. A thrilling adventure, the Gondola ride takes you up to 14,000 feet amid breathtaking landscapes. Moreover, Gulmarg is a well-known skiing destination worldwide and the credit goes to its powder snow throughout the winter. It’s time to enjoy a Kashmir winter tour itinerary for 5N 6D, full of adventure and stunning beauty!
Our representative will greet you warmly when you arrive at the Srinagar airport and drive you to the hotel. After checking in, relax for a while. After that, stroll along Boulevard Road to see the Zabarwan Mountain Ranges covered with snow. After that, we take you on an hour-long shikara ride around the enchanted Dal Lake, which draws visitors from all over the world. You can see the allure of snow everywhere and in everything throughout the winter. Afterwards, go shopping in Srinagar and purchase famous items of Kashmir such as carpets, little houseboats, saffron, dry fruits, pashmina shawls, etc. Enjoy a good night’s sleep at the hotel.
Post breakfast, we will embark on the journey to Pahalgam to explore its winter wonders. On the way, you will get to see saffron fields which bloom with purple flowers during the season. As you arrive in Pahalgam, we will take you to the mesmerizing Betaab Valley hemmed in by snow-covered mountains. This valley was named after the famous Bollywood movie Betaab which was shot here. This valley is also traversed by the beautiful Lidder River which gets frozen at some points during extreme winter. The valley is surrounded by dense forests of pine and deodar which when covered with snow look magical.
Then if winter weather allows we will go trekking to the Sheshnag Lake which gets frozen in winters. It offers attractive surroundings and a peaceful ambience. Sit by the lake and get rejuvenated to the core. In the evening we will drive you back to the Pahalgam hotel for an overnight stay.
Post breakfast, set out to explore the other wonderful winter attractions of Pahalgam. First, we will head for Chandanwari Valley which is around 7 km from Pahalgam. It is an enchanting valley perched at an altitude of 2,895 m. En route, you will come across partially frozen waterfalls which look fantastic. Chandanwari valley is also the starting point for the famous pilgrimage of the Hindus, Amarnath Yatra. It gets covered in snow from November to May and offers breathtaking views of glaciers melting away into River Lidder. Sledging is something you must try here for some thrill and fun.
The next destination on our day’s itinerary is the enthralling Aru Valley located at an altitude of 2,414m. Treat your senses with its sheer natural beauty during winter when it is covered everywhere with snow. It is also the starting point for trekking tours to Kolahoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake. During winter, it also offers skiing opportunities. One can also enjoy horse/pony riding here.
Next on the day’s itinerary is the gorgeous Golf Course in Pahalgam. Playing golf here at such a high altitude amidst a refreshing environment is an experience. In winter it gets covered in snow. After enjoying golf, we will head to Tulian Lake which gets completely frozen in winter, offering breathtakingly beautiful views.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed with our representative to Gulmarg Valley, famed as the “Meadow of Flowers,”. It is sheer bliss for the snow adventure enthusiasts who come here from far and wide. After reaching Gulmarg, our first destination will be the arresting Alpather Lake, which is ideally located between the Alpather twin mountains. The lake is surrounded by snow-capped mountains offering fascinating views. It is located around 13 km from the valley. The lake remains frozen from November to June. Next, we visit the Gulmarg Biosphere Reserve inhibited by some rare animal species such as snow leopards, musk deer, etc. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Gulmarg.
Post breakfast, we will take you to the most exciting winter attraction of Gulmarg- the Gondola Ride. It is the second-longest and highest cable ride in the world. This ride takes you to a higher altitude amidst the snow-covered mountains and if luck favours you will experience snowfall.
Another thrilling winter attraction of Gulmarg is skiing. This place turns into a skiing paradise in winter with powdery snow that attracts both amateurs and professional skiers from all over the world. Sledging is another interesting adventure activity you can enjoy here. Overnight stay at the hotel.
This marks the end of your Kashmir winter tour for 5 Nights 6 Days! Our representative will drive you back to the Srinagar airport/railway station. Have a safe journey.
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