VISIT THE MESMERISING KASHMIR

INTRODUCTION

Kashmir, the jewel in the crown of India, is undoubtedly one of the gorgeous and highest visited tourist destinations in the country. The overwhelming beauty, the sky-touching mountains, the snow-covered peaks and the colourful valleys of this state is the home to some of the hidden and beautiful places to visit.

On this Kashmir Family tour, you will get an opportunity to visit some of the most popular and must visit places in Kashmir. Srinagar; the capital city, Sonmarg; the ‘Meadow of Gold’, Pahalgam; the origin of Amarnath Yatra and Gulmarg; the ‘Meadow of Flowers’, are the three important destinations that will be covered within this tour. Join this tour with your family members; enjoy, cherish and live every single moment with your family!

Kashsmir & Ladakh Tour

• Duration : 11 Nights / 12 Days
• Destination : Srinagar - Gulmarg - Pahalgam - Srinagar - Kargil - Leh- Shyam Valley - Khardungla Pass - Nubra - Hunder - Turtuk Village - Pangong Lake - Changla Pass.

Day 01 : Srinagar

On arrival at Srinagar, you will be met by our representative and transfer you to Hotel. Afternoon free for personal activities. Half day tour of world famous Mughal Gardens visiting the Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure) and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love). after sightseeing back to Hotel. Overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 02 : Srinagar - Gulmarg (Approx 3 Hrs, One way Drive) - Srinagar

After breakfast check out hotel and drive to Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers) 2730 Mts. above sea level. The distance of 58 kms will be covered in about 1 ½ hrs.

Experience Gondola ride (up to first level only). 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. After sightseeing back to Srinagar.

Day 03 : Srinagar - Pahalgam (Approx 3 Hrs)

After Breakfast drive to the Pahalgam, Full Day excursion of Pahalgam called as "Valley of Shepherds" In Pahalgam, Enjoy the nature & walk around the banks of River Lidder. Aru Valley , Betab Valley , and Chandanwari, Pahalgam is famous for some trekking routes also & is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. after sightseeing check in hotel, and Overnight stay in Hotel Pahalgam. After Sightseeing back to Hotel and Overnight stay in Hotel

Day 04 : Pahalgam - Srinagar

After Breakfast check out Hotel and drive back to Srinagar, and Half Day Sightseeing and Shopping, and Evening Shikara Ride on Dal Lake, Overnight stay in Houseboats.

Day 05 : Srinagar- Zojila- Drass- Kargil ( 205 kms / 5 - 6 hours)

After breakfast check out Houseboat and leave for Kargil, driving through Sonamarg and crossing the Zoji-la pass (11,500-ft. / 3,505 mtrs) en-route. On the way, there are halts at Sonamarg a pristine valley with lush views and snow-clad peak; Zo jila Pass (a high altitude pass); Drass Village- the world's 2nd coldest inhabitant place. Here you visit War memorial hall and Museum- also known as Vijaypath. The memorial was constructed by the Indian Army in the memory of the soldiers and officers of the Indian Army who laid their lives in Kargil War. Overnight in the hotel at Kargil.

Day 06: Kargil - Lamayuru- Indus Zanskar River Conference - Rafting Point - Magnetic Hill - Leh ( 235 kms / 6-7 hours )

After Breakfast check out hotel and drive to Leh, enroute viewing / visiting the dramatically located Lamayuru monastery and the adjoining "Moonland" hills forming its backdrop. Driving further on along the Indus, visit Sanagm (confluence of Indus & Zanskar Rivers), (River RAFTING POINT - you can rafting here 2 or 3 hrs) after drive to Magnetic Point, Pathar Sahib Gurudwara & Hall of Fame (museum of military heritage). Magnetic hill to marvel at the amazing natural wonder. Also pay respects to Pathar Sahib Gurudwara- constructed in memory of Guru Nanak Dev ji- the founder of Sikh religion and the first guru . Continue your road journey. On arrival in Leh, visit the Hall of Fame Museum a war memorial by the Indian Army that was founded in the memory of Indian soldiers who laid lives in Indo-Pak wars. Complete the check-in formalities at your hotel. Overnight stay in Leh.

Day 07 : Leh Full Day - Monastery Sightseeing

After morning break fast visiting the most important monasteries of Ladakh - Shey Palace, Thiksey Gompa and Hemis monastery . First we visit the ruined Shey Palace, once the summer palace of the pre-Tibetan kings. The palace monastery houses a large, bronze, blue haired Buddha statue and next stop at superbly situated, 16th century, Thiksey Gompa, which is perched on a hill top and continue to visit Hemis Monastery (5 km from Kharu) is also on the cards. Hemis is the largest and richest monastery complex in Ladakh. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 08 : Leh - Nubra Valley via Khardungla (125 km / 4-5 hours)

After breakfast, drive to Nubra Valley (Known as the Valley of Flowers and the warmest region in Ladakh) via Khardungla pass. Check-in to the camp/homestay. If time permits, visit Diskit Monastery and Hunder Village to take a stroll around the place to see the lifestyle of people living in the northernmost region of India. Enjoy camel Safari (optional - on own arrangement) in the evening. after sightseeing check in Camp / Hoel in Hunder.

Day 09 : Hunder - Turtuk - Hunder (2 - 3 hrs)

After breakfast drive to Turtuk (which is first time opened for the tourist in 2010) which is a place Annexed by India only after the 1971 war, the village of Turtuk is one of the only Balti villages in India and lies right next to the LOC. The village with the whole population of muslims still resembles mini Pakistan. The village's inhabitants still use traditional utensils which are crafted from stone. Explore the village of Turtuk the village offers views of beautiful valley, part of Shyok Valley. On clear days you can have glimpse of K2 mountain peak located across the border in Pakistan. Though a muslim village, there are few gompas located on the plateau above Shyok River and there is a old royal house to see in village. Return to Hundar by the evening. Overnight stay in Camp , Hunder

Day 10: Hunder - Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake via Shayok (Approx 5 hrs)

After breakfast at hotel we drive to next destination pangong lake via Shyok and onto Tang Tse and Spangmik ( Pangong). It's a short cut and it's a beautiful route. The road follows the Shyok river, and climbs up a mountain before finally descending into Shayok village. It took us less than an hour to reach Shayok, and we were delighted at the sight of the rather big village surrounded by barren mountains, the entire setting being very picturesque. Afternoon we reach at Pangong lake and enjoy your day at pangong lake. Overnight stay at camp.

Day 11 : Pangong Lake - Leh via Changla Pass (Approx 6 Hrs)

After breakfast, leave Pangong / Tangtse and retrace the Leh route across Chang-la. After Rich in Leh and visit to market and shoping after shopping back to Hotel and Overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 12 : Departure From Leh

Today is the last day of the tour. In the morning, enjoy your breakfast and get escorted to the airport to catch a flight for your onward journey. Tour End

Above package includes:

• Pickup & Drop Leh Airport.
• Double Sharing Rooms with Breakfast & Dinner.
• All Stay with 3 Star Hotel.
• Veg or Non Veg Food.
• Inner Line Permit
• Oxygen Cylinder
• All Sightseeing by Personal Car.
• Toll taxes ,State permits, Parking charges , Fuel charges and Driver’s daily allowance.
• All applicable hotel taxes and service charge.