Scenic Kashmir Tour

Receive a warm greeting from our representative as you arrive at the Srinagar airport/railway station and then he will 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. Next, 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 charm 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. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After enjoying your breakfast, today we will take you to explore other attractions of Srinagar. First, we will head for the famous Mughal garden Shalimar Bagh boasting amazing architecture, fountains and a serene ambiance to relax and just enjoy the beauty. In winter you may not find colourful flowers here but the garden cloaked in snow looks amazing.

Next on the itinerary is the Chashme Shahi, another magnificent garden winning hearts with its arresting terrace garden, pools of water which remain frozen in winter, walkways, and flora. It looks fabulous in winter with many things covered in snow. Later in the early evening, you can again explore the markets of Srinagar or just take a leisurely walk around. Stay overnight 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 tourists indulge in. 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. Take back home Kashmir winter memories that will last forever!