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Jammu and Kashmir is the northernmost state of India locked in Himalayan Mountains. Jammu is the winter capital of state and known for its temples, particularly The Vaishno Devi Temple in Katra which is visited by over 1 crore (10 million) pilgrims every year, making Jammu the most visited part of Jammu and Kashmir State.
Shikaras on Dal Lake in Kashmir region.
Kashmir Valley — is visited for its gardens, lakes, and pristine streams and landscapes. Kashmir Valley consists of many ancient temples and shrines which makes it an important site for Hindus and Buddhists
On your arrival at the Srinagar International Airport, you will be taken for a 35 minutes drive through the heart of New Srinagar city, passing the Abdullah bridge which connects the banks of the Jhelum river. Proceed for an hour of Shikara ride in the lake. Dinner and overnight stay in the houseboat.
After breakfast, drive to Sonmarg (90 kms/3 hrs) en route here Bhawani Darshan. On arrival at Sonmarg, visit Thajjwas glacier (own cost). Return back to Srinagar. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.
After breakfast proceeds to Manasbal Located at a distance of just around 30 km away from Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, the Manasbal Lake is considered to be a “gem” among all the lakes of Jammu and Kashmir. Known as the deepest lake of Kashmir as well as the lake which offers the most secured information amongst the lakes of Kashmir during the summer months. In the evening return to Srinagar for a comfortable overnight stay in a hotel.
After breakfast proceed to Verinag. The Verinag Spring, named after Nila Nag, the son of the famous Hindu sage Kashyap Rishi. The spring, which was originally shaped in a circular form was given a change of shape during the reign of the Mughal emperor Jahangir in 1620 when he gave orders to renovate the spring in the Mughal traditional shape of an octagon. Today, picturesque in its settings and surrounded by tall Pine trees, the Verinag Spring is characterized by waters which are calm and sparklingly clear. Besides a glimpse of the Verinag Spring, a tour to Verinag is made even more special by the sight of several varieties of colorful flowers, gently swaying to the rhythm of the cool, mountain air. Inthe evening back to Srinagar. Overnight stay at Hotel in Srinagar.
After breakfast, we proceed for a half-day city tour that includes a visit to the famous Mughal gardens of Nishat and Shalimar, the chasm Shahi Garden, Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love) and Shankaracharya Temple. We will explore the gardens and later drive back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
After breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed towards Gulmarg. Enroute you get to see the beautiful Tangmarg town and drive ahead on a scenic drive of 14 kilometers to Gulmarg. Arrive in Gulmarg early in the afternoon and check-in at the hotel. Later, begin a short tour, boarding the gondola cable car system (the 08 minutes ropeway). Descend back to Gulmarg after an hour and later indulge in some horse-riding. Stay overnight at hotel in Gulmarg.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Pahalgam via Pampore, Avantipura and the village of Bijbehara which remains famous as the breadbasket of Kashmir. We switch from the national highway 1A atKhanabal and drive through the second largest city of Anantnag. From here the road turns scenic as we drive parallel on the Lidder river flowing from the opposite direction. In Pahalgam, check-in at the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Pahalgam.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and take the road to one of the most serene and beautiful city of Kokernag in Anantnag district. On arrival at Kokernag, after some rest, proceed for Papashudan Nad spring. The water of Spring is popular for its medicinal and digestive properties and draws thousands of tourists around the world. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
Proceed for a full-day excursion to Daksum and Sinthan Top.498 km from Kokernag, Sinthan Top is the highest pass connecting Kashmir with Jammu via Kishtwar. Daksum swathed in coniferous green forests is trekkers paradise. The curvy uphill drive from Daksum to Sinthan Top is pretty thrilling and adventurous. Sinthan top is popular for the 360 degrees view and year-round snow. Adventure enthusiasts can plan for mountaineering and skiing here. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kokernag.
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to Lihinwan and Margan Top. 45 km from Kokernag, Margan top connectsJammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh. Margan is slowly becoming popular among tourists because of its stunning beauty and snowcapped mountains. At Lihinwan, you feel the fresh mountain air and the calmness and serenity. After spending quality time here, drive back to Kokernag for overnight stay.
After breakfast, check out from Kokernag and drive to Katra. Enroute visit Patnitop, Naag Temple, Apple Garden, and Nathatop. Later drive to Katra, check-in at Hotel for overnight stay.
The morning after breakfast trek/horse rides from Katra to MataVaishnodevi Darshan (15.kms one way). Back at Katra for Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
After breakfast check out from hotel and now ready drive back to Srinagar our representative will drop you at the airport/railway station to catch onwards your flight & return to home with Sweet memories of Unique Kashmir HolidayTour.