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Srinagar
has been described by some visitors as the Venice of the East and
Kashmir as the Switzerland of Asia. Srinagar is the land of soaring snow clad mountains, sparkling waterfalls,
Shikaras, impressive chinar trees, and vast fields of flowers of vibrant colours.
This
beautiful city has some beautiful lakes and Mughal gardens. The Mughal emperors often visited Kashmir. They planted gardens with sloped terraces and flowing watercourses.
Chashma Shahi, Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh are the famous Mughal
gardens of Kashmir. In this tour you will visit the beautiful Mughal
gardens in Srinagar and also visit Kargil and Gulmarg.
Day 01: Srinagar
In the morning arrive at Srinagar airport or railway station.
Srinagar
has been described by some visitors as the Venice of the East. This
beautiful city was established by Emperor Ashoka some 2300 years ago.
A unique charm of Srinagar is its 1300 or more houseboats, the
floating little hotels on the edge of the Dal Lake.
Upon arrival you will be met by representative and
transferred to one of this house boat on Dal Lake. Rest of the
day free for leisure to explore the beautiful surroundings in
Srinagar.
Day 02: Srinagar
Today we start our sightseeing in Srinagar. In the morning we visit the
famous Mughal gardens in Srinagar. First of
all we will visit the
Chashma Shahi. Chashma Shahi means the Royal Spring and is dedicated
to the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. The spring waters are believed to
have curative properties. After visiting the
Chashma Shahi we visit the Nishat and Shalimar Mughal Gardens. Both these
Mughal gardens
are built on a symmetrical plan of central waterways with fountains
dividing a series of gardened terraces. In the evening we visit the Shankaracharya
Temple. This temple is located on a sharp hill, 1,000 feet high and
houses a small temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was built in
memory of the great Shankaracharya who came to Kashmir from Kerala
to revive Hinduism. From the top of the hills, you would be able to
have a panoramic view of the Kashmir Valley. After visiting the
temple we drive back to our house boat.
Day 03: Srinagar
- Kargil (about 204 km)
In the morning after having breakfast we drive to Kargil. On the way
we will cross Zoji La pass which is situated at a height of 3529 mts.
Zoji La marks the boundary between Kashmir and
Ladakh. This pass is
sometimes blocked by snow each year. On Zoji La pas there is one way
traffic, so we have to wait for traffic controller announcement for crossing Zoji
La. In the evening we reach Drass which is the second coldest inhabited places in the world.
After reaching Drass we drive further towards Kargil. Kargil
is situated in Suru Valley where the Suru river flows and meets the
Indus at a place called Marul. Upon arrival
transferred to Hotel.
Day 04: Kargil -
Suru Valley - Kargil (about 200 km)
In the morning after breakfast leave for
Suru valley. Suru valley
is the place where the majority of Shia Muslims resides and is the base of the Nun
peak (7135 m) and Kun peak (7085 m) which are the highest peaks in
India. In the evening drive back to Kargil.
Day 05: Kargil -
Srinagar (about 204 km)
In the early morning we drive to Srinagar. Upon arrival in Srinagar
you will be transferred to house boat for overnight stay.
Day 06: Srinagar
This day free for leisure in Srinagar.
Day 07: Srinagar
- Gulmarg - Srinagar (about 120 km)
In the morning after having breakfast drive to
Gulmarg,
the Meadow of Flowers. In Gulmarg you would be able to find European
surroundings and 18-hole Golf Course. During the British Raj,
Gulmarg hosted the Britishers and Europeans and these Britishers
created a European hill resort. In Gulmarg while walking along the
circular path you only have to look down to have a complete view of
the valley and Srinagar. You can also have a fine view of Nanga
Parbat, the naked mountain which is over 26,000 feet and dominates
the entire region. Rest of the day at leisure in Gulmarg to enjoy
the beautiful surroundings. In the evening drive back to Srinagar.
Day 08: Srinagar
In the morning transfer to airport or railway
station for the onwards journey.
Tour
Reservation
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Our Services Include:
 Accommodation in
double room on twin sharing basis with bath and WC in the
chosen category.
American / Continental Breakfast.
All Transfers and departures on arrival and departure by Indo Vacations
representative.
All Transfers and Sightseeing
throughout the tour by an air-conditioned Car with
driver.
For groups an individual air-conditioned bus (Except Standard Hotels) will
be
provided
Exclusions:
Any Kind of Personal Expenses such as Tips, Laundry, Telephone Bills
and Alcoholic
beverages.
Camera Fees (Still
or Movie).
Any Flight Charges.
Monument Entrances.
Unspecified Meals etc.
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