Kashmir "Heaven On Earth"

Upon arrival at Srinagar Airport meet our representative and transfer to houseboat for 01  Night. Settle in your Houseboat over a hot cup of Kahwa - a saffron enriched and almond supplemented drink to set your mood. Evening Sikara ride at Dal Lake. The Shikaras are about 15 ft long with a canopy for shade.  The seats and backrest are heavily cushioned; you can relax and stretch out in “Mughul style” for your boat journeys.   There are 2 boatmen to paddle in traditional style through the backwaters.  They wear traditional dress, a “Phiron” or loose cap and always take their hubble-bubble pipe along and keep a constant supply of embers in their Kangris or portable heater. Shikaras are the most charming water taxis.

After breakfast check out from Houseboat and check in at Hotel than proceed Srinagar sightseeing of Mughal gardens, Shalimar and Nishat Bagh, you can also visit Chesmeshashi or Pari Mahal. Evening return back to Hotel. Night stay at Hotel. Mughal gardens are a group of gardens built by the Mughal in the Islamic style of architecture. This style was heavily influenced by the Persian gardens particularly the Charbagh structure. Significant use of rectilinear layouts is made within the walled enclosures. Some of the typical features include pools, fountains and canals inside the gardens.

Morning after breakfast drive to Gulmarg. Upon arrival check in hotel. After Check-in you can enjoy Gondola ride to the high slopes. You can also enjoy the snow caped field view. Night stay at the Hotel.  Gulmarg is at an altitude of 8,500 ft and 51km west of Srinagar.  It rests in a small valley with a backdrop of the lofty Pir Panjal range of the Himalaya Mountains.  As the area is under snow for 6 months of the year it is popular as a skiing area.  It also has one of the best natural golf courses in the world.  Pony trekking is available, as are plenty of walks for bird watchers in the meadows of alpine flowers.