Unveiling the Hidden Charms – Kashmir

After breakfast at the hostel, and leave for the offbeat and truly mesmerising Gurez Valley with a short break at Wular Lake. Formed by tectonic activities, this lake is Asia’s largest freshwater lake. In the evening, reach Dawar Village, the gateway to Gurez Valley that gives a glimpse into the life of people residing in remote Kashmiri villages. Later, visit the Log Hut Cafe, run by the Indian Army. A hot cup of coffee is highly recommended here. In the evening, check-in at the hotel and enjoy a wholesome dinner, and gaze at the star-studded sky. Gurez Valley at a glance: “One of the most beautiful scenes in all of Kashmir”, were words said by Sir Walter Lawrence about Gurez Valley. Standing true to his words, the valley is known for its emerald rivers and monumental mountains centred around the gurgling Kishanganga River.

After breakfast and leave for a sightseeing tour around the valley. Visit scenic villages like Badugam and Angaikot and continue towards Tulail Valley, which is the Himalayan sub-valley of Gurez. Visit Chakwali Village, the last Indian village. Return to the hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel.

After breakfast, get ready for a scenic journey to Gulmarg. Gulmarg is also known as “Meadow Of Flowers “ & has a famous Golf course during summer (which is one of the highest 18-holes golf courses in the world & Ski Resort during winter. Reach Gulmarg by evening and check-in at the Hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel in Gulmarg. Your day at a glance: Your first experience of the day is a hike to the Habba Khatoon Spring, a mesmerising lagoon at the base of a pyramid-shaped mountain. Next, on the way to Gulmarg, you will witness the confluence of the Sindh and Jhelum rivers.

After Breakfast get ready for a thrilling gondola ride. This must-try activity in Gulmarg is Asia’s largest and the world’s 2nd largest cable car. Afterwards, you can explore Strawberry Valley and Maharaja Palace by ponies at an you own additional cost. In the evening, start a journey back to Srinagar . Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel. Your day at a glance: Today, you can try the 2 phases of the gondola ride. Phase 1 starts from the Gulmarg base to Kongdori Hill (2600 m), and Phase 2 starts from Kondogri Hill to the shoulder of Apharwat Peak. The panoramic mountain and valley views from the cable car will leave you speechless.

After breakfast proceed for local sightseeing of Srinagar with a tour of Shankaracharya Temple, Hazratbal Shrine, Mughal Gardens visiting Cheshmashahi (the royal spring), Nishat (the garden of pleasure), Shalimar (the abode of love), Pari Mahal, Shah E Hamdan Mosque, and Jama Masjid. Overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar. Your day at a glance: Reached after a flight of 243 steps, Shankaracharya Temple offers a sweeping valley view from the top. The next stop is Hazratbal Shrine, which affords a picturesque view of Dal Lake and the surrounding mountains. And the last one is Shalimar Bagh, which is the largest of the three beautifully laid Mughal Gardens in the city.

Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out and transfer to Sheikh Ul Alam International Airport. Depart with beautiful memories of your Kashmir journey.