Kashmir Bliss Retreat – 5N 6D Srinagar Family Tour

When you arrive in Srinagar, our representative from the Holiday Travel Zone will meet you at the airport. He will help you and take you to the hotel. Dinner and a hotel stay. Note: Additionally, go to a handicraft store to purchase handcrafted goods such as carpets, papier-mache, bed covers, jackets, and shawls. Take a stroll around the well-known Dal Lake in the evening. Shuttle services for tourists and visitors from the botanical garden to Chashmashahi, Pari Mahal, and Shankaracharya temple were initiated by the J&K Motor Vehicles Department and JK Traffic Police (per instruction from the J&K Government & UT). Everyone is accountable for maintaining road safety. (Vehicle fees: INR 100 per person).

After having our breakfast, we will leave for the majestic mountain resort of Sonamarg. The route to Sonamarg takes us on a beautiful countryside drive. We will cross the rolling hills, green forests, clear water streams, and rice fields in the valley. We will speed up our vehicle passing through the town of Kangan. Kangan caters to the needs of the people in this region. We will now leave for the place called Mammar. The place is known for the trout farm. We will take a cup of tea here before we leave for Sonamarg. We will again get down at the tourist spot called Gagangir. The spot is in the middle of the river Sindh and looks like an island. The spot is surrounded by the snow glaciers. In Sonamarg, we will take a 3-hour walk or horse ride to the Thajwass glacier. After that, we will visit the town and buy some snacks. We will now leave for Srinagar in the evening and reach the hotel.

After breakfast, we will proceed towards Gulmarg – “Meadow of Flowers” 2730 mts, above sea level. The total distance of 53 kms will be covered in 1 hour. Gulmarg is famous for having one of the best skiing facilities in the world. It also boasts of having the highest number of golf courses with 18 holes. If the weather permits, you could even get a glimpse of Nanga Parbat, also known as the naked mountain, which is above 26,000 feet. This mountain dominates the entire region. You could even enjoy a mountain ride on the cable car known as the Gondola up to Khilangmarg. Overnight stay in a hotel at Gulmarg. This day is a major highlight of your Jammu and Kashmir family tour packages experience.

Morning after breakfast, proceed to Pahalgam (the valley of shepherds). The total distance is approximately 130 kms, and it will take us around 3 hours to cover this stretch. En route, you will be visiting the famous saffron fields of Pampore, Awantipura Ruins (1100 years old temple of Lord Vishnu built by the King Awantivarman), and will be driving through the picturesque pine forests. Upon reaching Pahalgam, check-in to your hotel. In Pahalgam, you can visit Betaab Valley, Chandanwari, and take a horse ride to Baisaran meadows. The rest of the day is for your own, and you can take a bridle walk and feed your cameras with the picture of the magnificent view of the mountains. One can also visit Aru and Chandanwari. It does not take any time to identify this place for a movie freak, as this place has already been a part of several movie scenes. Overnight stay in a hotel.

Start the day with a scenic road transfer to Srinagar from Pahalgam. Upon arrival at Srinagar, proceed to go on a sightseeing tour of the renowned Mughal gardens, which include the Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Mughal Gardens, and the famous Tulip Garden, which is the biggest tulip garden in Asia. This sightseeing tour also includes the beautiful Botanical Gardens, Pari Mahal, and the famous Chashme Shahi, also called the Royal Spring. This Mughal garden was developed in the year 1632 by the governor of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, named Ali Mardan. This beautiful garden is located at the foot of the Zabarwan hills, overlooking the famous Dal Lake, and is also close to the Raj Bhawan, which is the Governor’s residence. All the above-mentioned Mughal gardens are beautifully located on the banks of the famous Dal Lake, with the majestic Zabarwan hills creating a wonderful background. This sightseeing tour also includes the famous Shankaracharya Temple, which is located at the top of the hill, offering wonderful views of the Srinagar Valley. The evening is at leisure to enjoy a beautiful 50-minute shikara ride in the serene Dal Lake. This beautiful boat ride will enable the tourists to enjoy the beautiful floating vegetable gardens and get a glimpse of the unique aquatic life. The evening concludes with dinner and an overnight stay at the houseboat.

Heading Home with Cherished Memories. After breakfast, visit Shankaracharya Temple, Lal Chowk, and spend time shopping at the markets. Thereafter, it’s time to leave for Srinagar Airport and board your flight to your next destination. Leave with cherished memories of your tour with Holiday Travel Zone. This completes your memorable 5-night 6-day Kashmir itinerary.