PARADISE ON EARTH

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Arrive in Srinagar, the summer capital of Kashmir, situated at 5200 ft above sea level. Meet and assist by our representative and Transfer to the Houseboat. Enjoy a Shikara Ride (Gondola of Kashmir) on Dal Lake, visiting the Floating Gardens, Lotus Garden and vegetable gardens Dinner & overnight stay in Houseboat.

After breakfast at 9 am, Drive to Gulmarg 58 Km one way (Meadow of Flowers) at a height of 8800ft above sea level. Here you will witness the beauty of the natural surroundings of Kashmir set out like a Doll’s village. Stop at Tangmarg village for Tea/coffee/washroom. Then proceed to Gulmarg 13 km through pine forests. Stop at the viewpoint for pictures of the Drang Valley and the Himalayan range mountains. Gulmarg has the highest 18-hole golf course in the world and has developed into a famous Ski resort. One can also have a view of Nanga Parbhat (26,600 ft) if the weather permits. enjoy (OPTIONAL) Gondola ride (Cable Car) from 8800ft to 10200ft  Kongdoori Point high above the meadows and snow-covered slopes of Apherwat and Khilanmarg mountain which provide a playground for skiing, tobogganing, pony ride (ON YOUR OWN EXPENSES). Later drive back to Srinagar dinner and an overnight stay in the hotel / Houseboat.

After breakfast, visit Shankaracharya temple dedicated by Lord Shiva and then visit the famous Mughal Gardens of Nishat (Garden of pleasure) built by Asif Khan brother in law of Jahangir in 1632 AD overlooking the crystal clear Emerald green waters of the Dal Lake then to Shalimar (Garden of Love) built by Mughal Emperor Jahangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan. From spring until autumn these gardens are full of flowers. Followed by dinner and overnight stay in the Houseboat / Hotel.

After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar airport as per your flight timing for a spectacular mountain flight to Delhi, for an onwards journey.