After Arrival proceed for Local Sightseeing. Enjoy a Panoramic view of the valley and then visit famous Mughal gardens which includesCheshmashahi, Nishat and Shalimar.
Nishat Bagh also known as the garden of Pleasure is a ten terraced garden sprawled along the eastern side of the Dal Lake, with the towering Zabarwan hills as its backdrop. Build in 1634, designed by Asaf Khan during the region of Mughal Emperor Jahangir.
Shalimar Bagh is considered to be the finest Mughal -style hill garden and was made by the Mughal Emperor Jahangir in 1619 for his beloved wife, Nur-jahan. The Shalimar Bagh was built as the summer residence of the Mughals. The water canals and fountains cover a major area of the garden and the gurgling sound of soothing water canals.
Cheshmashahialso called ChashmeShahi or ChashmaiShahi is one of the Mughal gardens built in 1632 AD around a spring by Ali Mardan Khan, a governor of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as per the orders of the Emperor, as a gift for his elder son Prince Dara Shikoh. The garden is located in the Zabarwan Range, near Raj Bhawan (Governor‘s house) overlooking Dal Lake in Srinagar, Kashmir,India.
Evening enjoy Shikara Ride on Famous Dal Lake. Enjoy a smooth Shikara ride No experience defines romanticism more than taking a Shikara ride on the serene waters of the Dal Lake. Passing lotuses floating on the Dal Lake will surely add to the moment. Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel in Srinagar
Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel at Srinagar.
After breakfast drive to Gulmarg Meadow of Flowers 2730 Mts. above sea level. The distance of 54 kms will be covered in about 2 hrs.
Gulmarg has one of the best Ski slopes in the world and highest golf course of the world with 18 holes. One can also have the view of Nanga Parbhat if weather permits. The view enroute from Tangmarg to Gulmarg is fascinating. One can also have a short trek upto Khilanmarg which can be covered in about 3 to 4 hrs or enjoy the scenic view of Kongdori on a Cable Car Known as Gondola (on direct pay basis).
Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel at srinagar.
After Breakfast drive to Pahalgam Valley of Shepherds. In Pahalgam enjoy the nature and admire the beauty of this quiet place and be in awe of the serene surroundings. One can also enjoy a pony ride to Baisran or can hire a local taxi to visit Aru, Chandanwadi (on a direct hire basis) or if you are an avid nature lover you may take pleasure in a peaceful walk along the River Lidder.Pahalgam is famous for some trekking routes also & is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage
After breakfast at Hotel proceed to Sonamarg. The drive to Sonamarg is through the Sindh Valley. Situated at an altitude of 2730 meters, Sonamarg (The meadow of gold). Ponies can be hired for the trip up to Thajiwas glacier, which is a major local attraction during the summer months.
Sonamarg is the base of a major trek that passes along several mountain lakes – Vishansar, Kishansar, Gadsar, Satsar and Gangabal. Sonamarg is also the takeoff station for the drive to Ladakh across the Zojila, a major pass in the Great Himalayan Range, through which the Srinagar-Leh Road passes. In the evening drive back to Srinagar.
Dinner and overnight stay in hotel at Srinagar.