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Best Kashmir Tour Package with Doodhpathri
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Overview
This comprehensive 6-day itinerary provides an immersive exploration of the Kashmir Valley, strategically utilizing Srinagar as the central base for four distinct day excursions. The journey commences with a warm welcome in Srinagar (Day 1), where you immediately settle into the unique charm of a traditional Houseboat on the serene Dal Lake. The day is dedicated to cultural assimilation, featuring tours of the magnificent Mughal Gardens and culminating in a peaceful, hour-long Shikara ride as the sun sets over the surrounding peaks.
The subsequent four days are filled with day trips to Kashmir’s iconic meadows. Day two takes you to the exhilarating heights of Gulmarg, known for its spectacular Gondola cable car ride to Apharwat Peak. Day three is reserved for Pahalgam, the “Valley of Shepherds,” where lush pine forests and the Lidder River provide a perfect backdrop for optional pony rides to scenic valleys. Day four ventures into the pristine, quieter beauty of Doodhpathri, the “Valley of Milk,” offering vast, uncrowded meadows ideal for nature walks and riverbank relaxation. The valley excursions conclude on Day five with a trip to Sonmarg, the “Meadow of Gold,” where visitors can trek or ride ponies to the base of the Thajiwas Glacier. The trip wraps up on Day six with a final breakfast and transfer to the airport, ensuring you depart with a profound appreciation for Kashmir’s diverse landscapes and tranquil beauty.
Key Highlights
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights.
Destinations Covered: Srinagar, Dal Lake, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Doodhpathri, Sonmarg.
Accommodation: Based primarily in Srinagar (Houseboat/Hotel) for all 5 nights.
Key Activities: Shikara Ride (1 hour), Mughal Gardens Tour, Gondola Ride (Gulmarg), Pony Rides/Trekking (Pahalgam, Sonmarg, Doodhpathri).
New Inclusion: Doodhpathri (The Valley of Milk).
Focus: Comprehensive coverage of the major meadows and cultural sites of Kashmir.
Tour Plan
Day 01
Arrival, Dal Lake Houseboat & Srinagar Gardens
* Receive a warm welcome at Srinagar Airport (SXR). Transfer to the jetty at Dal Lake.
* Check into a traditional Houseboat on Dal Lake.
* Visit the world-famous Mughal Gardens: Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashma Shahi
* Visit the historic Shankaracharya Temple.
*Enjoy a Shikara ride to Nehru Park for sunset views (one-hour leisure boat ride
on Dal Lake is provided once per trip)
* Overnight stay in Houseboat
Includes: Pick up, Taxi, Sightseeing as mentioned, Dinner and Stay
Day 02
Excursion to Gulmarg
* After breakfast, embark on a full-day trip to Gulmarg.
* Gulmarg, or the 'Meadow of Flowers,' is renowned for its natural beauty and is home to the world’s highest operational cable car, the Gulmarg Gondola.
* Take the Gondola ride, which is divided into two phases. Phase 1 takes you to Kongdori Station, and Phase 2 continues to Apharwat Peak, offering breathtaking views of the Nanda Devi and Pir Panjal ranges.
* You can also enjoy short walks and admire the beautiful golf course (the highest in the world).
* Return to Srinagar by evening.
Includes: Breakfast, Taxi, Sightseeing as mentioned, Dinner and Stay
Day 03
Excursion to Pahalgam
* After breakfast, take a full-day tour to Pahalgam ("Valley of Shepherds").
* Witness picturesque saffron fields and Anantnag Sulphur Springs.
* Visit the Amusement Park by the Lidder River.
* Optional pony rides to scenic points like Baisaran, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari.
* Escort back to the Srinagar hotel by evening.
* Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Includes: Breakfast, Taxi, Sightseeing as mentioned, Dinner and Stay
Day 04
Excursion to Doodhpathri (Valley of Milk)
* After breakfast, head out for a day trip to Doodhpathri, a beautiful, offbeat hill station nestled in the Pir Panjal range.
* The name translates to 'Valley of Milk' because the Shaliganga River that flows through the meadows often appears milky white.
* Enjoy a day of tranquility in this vast, bowl-shaped meadow.
* Activities include: Leisurely walks across the rolling green carpets.
* Visiting the banks of the Shaliganga River.
* Taking a pony ride to explore the surrounding areas like Mujpathri or Palmaidan.
* Return to Srinagar in the afternoon.
Includes: Breakfast, Taxi, Sightseeing as mentioned, Dinner and Stay
Day 05
Excursion to Sonmarg
* After breakfast, take a full-day excursion to Sonmarg, the 'Meadow of Gold.'
* Sonmarg is the gateway to Ladakh and is famous for its stunning backdrop of snowy mountains against a blue sky.
* The main attraction here is the Thajiwas Glacier. You can either trek up (about 3 km) or hire a pony for a ride to the glacier base point to enjoy the snow (depending on the season).
* Spend time enjoying the views of the Sindh River and the majestic Himalayan peaks.
* Return to Srinagar by evening.
* Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Includes: Breakfast, Taxi, Sightseeing as mentioned, Dinner and Stay
Day 06
Departure Day
* Breakfast, check out from the Srinagar hotel.
* Transfer by representative to Srinagar Airport (SXR) for your onward journey, carrying cherished memories.
Includes: Breakfast, Taxi, Drop
Included/Excluded
- Pick & Drop as per itinerary
- Taxi as per package (Non AC for Hills)
- 5 nights stay as per the itinerary on double shared basis
- Meal Plan MAPAI 5 dinner, 5 breakfast
- All possible sightseeing as per itinerary only ( Dal Lake, Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, Shankaracharya Temple, Shikara ride, Gulmarg, Anantnag, Baisaran, Khir-Bhawani, Doodhpathri, Thajiwas Glacier)
- Drive Night Charges, Toll, Parking, Diesel/Fuel, Other State Tax
- 24 x 7 customer support.
- Any Services not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Any Insurance, Airfare/Train-fare/Volvo Ticket, cost of Hospitalization, Emergency Evacuation, Rescue charges, flight/train tickets etc.
- Any expenses incurred due to Bad Weather, Road Blockage, bandh, strike, lockdown, Govt. or administrative Ban, rain, snow, tourist’s health issue act of God or change in itinerary, or anything beyond our control to be borne by customer on the spot.
- Any meal which is not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Any services not used, skip of sightseeing or location,
- Tipping, mineral water, and snacks/meals are examples of personal expenses not included in the inclusions.
- Any personal expenses like a tip to the drivers, entry to monuments/monasteries, camera/video camera charges, laundry, telephone bills, tips, etc.
- Liability for or insurance against injury, loss of life, accidents or loss of goods.
- Extra or sudden night stay accommodation/Fooding/Taxi
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