Kashmir Corridor-2

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Cities

Srinagar (2N), Gulmarg (2N), Pahalgam (2N), Srinagar (1N)

Package Highlights

  • Shikara Ride (Once during the stay)
  • Shalimar Bagh
  • Chandan Vari (Above 3 sightseeing’s will be in Local Union Vehicle of Kashmir like Tavera or similar)
  • Cable Car (at optional cost)
  • Enjoy scenic beauty of Sind Valley

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FLIGHT & TRANSPORT

  • All transfers & sightseeing by private non ac vehicle

ACCOMMODATION

  • 2 Night(s) in Srinagar at Hotel Royal Batoo or similar
  • 2 Night(s) in Gulmarg at Hotel Khaleel Palace or similar
  • 2 Night(s) in Pahalgam at Hotel Baisaran Pahalgam or similar
  • 1 Night(s) in Srinagar at Dastan Premium Houseboat or similar

SIGHTSEEING

Srinagar, India
  • Shalimar Bagh Mughal Garden
  • Enjoy a Shikara Ride on Dal Lake
  • Hazratbal Shrine Mosque
  • Chashma Shahi Garden
Gulmarg, India
  • Cable Car (Optional Cost)
Pahalgam, India
  • Betaab Valley
  • Aru Valley
  • Chandanwari
  • Visit To Bat Factory
  • Pampore (Famous for Saffron Field)
Sonamarg, India
  • Sind Valley in Sonamarg
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Please Note : 

Cable Car (at optional cost)

1. Betaab Valley 

2. Aru Valley

3. Chandan Vari

(Above 3 sightseeing’s will be in Local Union Vehicle of Kashmir like Tavera or similar)

MEALS

  • 7 Breakfast
  • 7 Dinner

DETAILS

Flamingo Flavours

  • Local Kawa 
  • Souvenir gift 
  • Masala Chai
  • Music & Garba Evening 
  • Floating Market Experience
  • Visit to Apple Farm
  • Local assistance in Gulmarg
  • Shikara Ride (Once during the stay)
  • Shalimar Bagh
  • Chandan Vari (Above 3 sightseeing’s will be in Local Union Vehicle of Kashmir like Tavera or similar)
  • Cable Car (at optional cost)
  • Enjoy scenic beauty of Sind Valley

Shalimar Bagh Mughal Garden

Located on the banks of the ancient Dal Lake, Shalimar Bagh is the largest Mughal garden in the Kashmir Valley and thus it is one of the most famous tourist attractions of Srinagar. This adorable masterpiece, also known as 'house of love', was originally called 'Farah Baksh', which literally means 'delightful'.

Surrounded by tall poplar trees and many colourful flowers, Shalimar Bagh presents tourists with a serene atmosphere. It also boasts of a beautifully designed canal, which passes through the center of the garden, adding to its charm.

The main attraction of Shalimar Bagh is 'Chini Khanas'. In these 'Chini Khanas', oil lamps were lit at night, which produced glare. At the present time, however, these 'Khanas' are adorned with flower pots, which are also delightful.


Enjoy a Shikara Ride on Dal Lake

The  Shikhara is a traditional gondola type light rowing boat mostly seen on the ancient Dal Lake apart from other lakes. It is one of the most incredible and relaxing aspects of a holiday in Kashmir, and if you want to experience the full beauty of the region, it should be included in your itinerary. Along with the houseboat, it is also considered a cultural symbol. But apart from leisure and tourism purposes,  Shikhara is also used by locals for seaweed harvesting, fishing and transportation. Seeing these boats beautifully adorned on the lake is a treat for the eyes, and you should not miss this experience during your vacation in Jammu and Kashmir.

Hazratbal Shrine Mosque

Known as the holiest sanctum in Kashmir, Hazratbal is the place where a Prophet Mohammad is kept. Hair is also known as 'relic' or Moi-e-Muqaddas. The word Hazrat means sacred/revered and stands for Bal place, thus when the word is put together it means 'holy place' or 'revered place'. In general, tourists find the Hazratbal Shrine as an important place to visit in Srinagar, while Muslim devotees from all over the country visit this sacred shrine once in their lifetime.

The Holy Child of the Prophet is publicly displayed on some occasions such as Prophet Mohammad and his four main companions Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddique, Hazrat Umar ibn Khattab, Hazrat Usman ibn Affan and Hazrat Ali. Such occasions include many devotees and tourists from across the country.


Chashma Shahi Garden

Primarily famous for its natural spring, Chashme Shahi Garden is part of the Mughal Garden, and is a must-see in Srinagar. The natural spring in this top attraction in Srinagar attracts the eyes of tourists. It believed to have been discovered by the great female saint Rupa Bhavani of Kashmir, spring got her name from her clan and was originally called 'Chashme Sahib'. Commissioned by Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan for his elder son, Dara Shikoh, Chashme Shahi was built by his governor Ali Mardan in 1632.

Chashme Shahi is a three-terraced garden through which flows the water of the natural spring. On the top terrace of the garden, a double storey hut is built which is believed to be the origin source of the water. The gardens have the Persian/Iranian influence in its architecture and well-manicured offering a visual treat to the visitors.

Tourists visited this attraction in Srinagar to drink the water of this spring, which is believed to have medicinal properties. It is to be noted that, even in the extreme summer season, water is always colder than spring.

The time from April to October is the best time to visit Chashme Shahi. During this time of the year, the weather is suitable for tourism. The garden is at full bloom during May and June.


Cable Car (Optional Cost)

Opening Time : 10:00 am

Closing Time : 05:00 pm

Gulmarg Gondola is the second longest and second tallest cable car in the world and the main attraction in Gulmarg. Divided into two stages, it ferries about 600 people per hour and from the Aphrawat Mountains.

The cable car ride takes place in two levels/stages. Phase I: from the Gulmarg resort to Kongdori Station (2600 m) in the bowl-shaped Kongdori Valley which takes 9 minutes to reach. Phase II: from Kongdori Station to Kongdori Mountain (3747 m), the shoulder of Apharwat Peak which takes 12 minutes.

The Phase III has chairlifts which connects Kongdori to Mary Shoulder where skii events takes place. It takes around 11 mins for the chairlift to go from one point to another. 

Gulmarg Gondola offers a spectacular view of Nandadevi, LOC and Pir Panjal Range. Apart from nurturing the beauty of the Himalayan ranges, tourists can enjoy other activities such as horse riding and snow skiing.

The Cable Car Project is a joint venture of the Jammu & Kashmir Government and French from Pomagalski. The Phase I was completed in 1998 and Phase II was completed in two years and it opened for public in May 2005.

Important Notes :

1. The winter season is the best time to enjoy the ride on Gulmarg Gondola due to the most amazing skiing opportunity. However, the cable car ride is available all through the year.
2, One can Book tickets for Gulmarg Gondola online to avoid the hassle of standing in a queue and the unavailability of slots.
3. The boarding pass for Gulmarg Gondola is valid for 3 hours from the time it is handed over to you. However, if you are given the pass at 3 PM, it will be valid for 2 hours, since the cable car ride closes at 5:00PM.


Betaab Valley

Betaab Valley was originally known as Hagan Valley or Hagoon. It is a wonderful place situated in the upper east side of Pahalgam. This valley attributed its name to the hit Bollywood film Betaab, which was shot in its beautiful encompassing in 1983. The valley is also an outstanding trekking base and campground for voyagers who are hoping to scout the nearby good country districts. The valley falls on the way to the famed Amarnath Temple Yatra.  This place is very nice for photography.

The region where Betaab Valley in Pahalgam is located was ruled by the Mughals till the 15th century. During the end of the 15th century, Mirza Muhammad Haidar Dughlat ruled the valley on behalf of Sultan Said Khan of Kashgar and later the valley again came under the rule of Mughal Emperor Humayun. Therefore, the history of Betaab valley takes you back to the Mughal Era. 

Things To Do :

1. One can enjoy Horse Riding

2. Explore a wide variety of flora consisting  of Pine, Walnut, Willow and Deodar trees.

3. Camping and Trekking

4. Amusement park for kids

5. Photo shoots of the landscape and experience wearing local kashmiri dress

6. Enjoy local kashmiri dishes


Aru Valley

Aru valley is a tourist spot in the Anantnag District of Jammu & Kashmir. The Aru valley is noted for its scenic meadows. Most tourists come here for areas of peace and quiet in the lap of nature. Located 12 km from Pahalgam, 11 km upstream from the Lidder River. Noted for its scenic meadows, lakes and mountains. It is a base camp for trekking to the Kolhoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake. Despite being a small village Aru Valley is captivating with its scenic meadows and activities like horse riding, hiking and trekking.

Chandanwari

Chandanwari is very popular for being the base or starting point of the famous Hindu pilgrimage site, the Sri Amarnath Yatra, which begins in June and ends in August. It is situated at an altitude of 2,895 meters, and about 16 kilometres from Pahalgam. If you are looking for an outlandish tourist place in Jammu and Kashmir where you can relax in the company of nature, then you should visit this place. It is blessed with pleasing beauty, the River Lidder flows closely, and is famous for its sightseeing opportunities, as it is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Chandanwari is covered in snow from November to May, and you can see the breathtaking view of the melting glaciers in the Lidder River.

Visit To Bat Factory

We have heard of bats from Kookaburra Beast, Reebok Blast or Gray Nicholas Wyper brands. However, the bats from traditional Kashmiri willow factories is quite unheard of, for many.

Interestingly, two major places in the world, England and Kashmir, sources the willow used in the manufacturing of professional cricket bats. Willow from England (mainly from Essex area) is regarded supreme quality, whereas willow bats from Kashmir come in cheaper prices as compared to the British ones, and are comparatively heavy as its raw material is heavy. Many experts believe that Kashmiri willow bats lack the punch, while playing the shot as compared to their English counterparts and is considered ideal for beginners, but because it is cost effective, it makes a good substitute.

What is interesting is that the bark of willow trees/plants has been used as a traditional remedy for cold, fevers, and joint pains in many cultures for ages. Of the willow trees (scientific name, Salix Alba), a variety of white willow, also called cricket bat willow (variety cerulean) is used to make the cricket bats. The raw wood (without boiled) is treated with linseed oil which then serves as a protective layer. This wood is hard and withstands bumps or dent even after being hit by the ball, yet it is lightweight. British willow bats are whiter in colour, whereas the Kashmir willows are brownish in colour and the grain density of white willows is higher than Kashmir willow. Quality of the bat is higher if the grains are straighter and when there are less blemishes on the bat.


Pampore (Famous for Saffron Field)

It is the only place in the world after Spain that cultivates saffron, one of the most expensive spices globally. Situated on the eastern side of River Jhelum, around 15 km from Srinagar, Pampore is often called the saffron town of Kashmir.

Legend has it that around 500 BC, Persian rulers brought saffron to India and planted Persian saffron corms in the soil of Kashmir. Two sufi ascetics, Sheikh Sharif-u-d-din Wali and Khwaja Masood Wali, are said to have brought saffron to India between the 11th and 12th centuries. Till this day, the two saints are thanked during the harvesting season of saffron in late autumn. A tomb and a golden-domed shrine have been dedicated to them in Pampore.


Sind Valley in Sonamarg

The Sind Valley is a Himalayan sub-valley of the Kashmir Valley in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The entrance of the Sind Valley lies 33 kilometres northeast of Srinagar the capital of Jammu and Kashmir. It is a 65 kilometres long gorge valley with an average width of 1 kilometre. 

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INCLUSIONS

  • All transfers & sightseeing by private non ac vehicle
  • 7 Breakfast, 7 Dinner
  • Shikara Boat Ride once during the stay
  • Pahalgam Union Cab for Aru Valley & Chandanwari


EXCLUSIONS

  • 5% GST Extra on tour cost
  • Airfare/train fare.
  • Cable car at additional cost
  • Cost for Insurance Premiums, Rafting Charges or water sport activities.
  • Cost for service provided on a personal request.
  • Cost for personal expenses such as laundry, bottled water, soft drinks, incidentals, porter
  • Charges, tips etc.
  • Cost of meals (apart from the ones which are included)
  • Cost of Sightseeing
  • The difference in cost arising due to change in Taxes by the Government which will have to be collected directly on arrival.
  • The difference in cost arising due to change in Fuel price.
  • The difference in cost arising due to extra usage of vehicle, other than scheduled & mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Anything which is not mentioned in inclusions.
  • All monuments are from outside unless mentioned in inclusions