From Chandigarh Airport Srinagar Couple Tour Package With Return Flights

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About the tour package:

The land of Jammu and Kashmir hides secretly beautiful sceneries and vantage points. Gulmarg remains as a favourite place for tourists to stay while exploring the area to the max, waking up to the sights that live up to this place’s name that meant the Meadow of Flowers. With the Himalayan Mountains as your background, visit Srinagar for the Gondola ride that takes you up to the resort area. You can opt for walking or horse-riding tour here and we’ll start with the Maharani Temple, built by the wife of the last Dogra King, dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Then head to St. Mary’s Church, a tranquil place that features the aesthetics of a countryside chapel, a calming place that lets relieve stress. The Gondola ride can go higher to close to Afarwat Peak and stops at the shoulder at the height of 3.747m. From Gulmarg, we head into Pahalgam, an excursion that starts with the green Chandanwari, a gem that serves as a vantage point of Lidder River on one side and a view of the mountain on the other. At this point is covered by snow, snow-sledging becomes a famous activity around here. We head to Aru Valley next known for the quite and beautiful village of Aru. Take in the breath-taking view of the green valley and a backdrop of the clear blue sky that meets the emerald horizon at the end. Then to the film set of the Bollywood movie, the Betaab Valley which has become a must-visit of this area. It’s also become a popular camping site since. After Srinagar, we’ll also spend another day exploring Sonamarg, which starts with a scenic 3-hour drive that won’t feel as tiring. Once we’re at the city, you’ll see why this place is the Meadow of gold, starting with the Thajwas Glacier that’s just 3km from where the road stops. You can explore the area on ponies or on foot, enjoying the stunning view of frozen lakes, green forest, snow-capped mountains, the kind of view that comes out of a fairy-tale book. You’ll also past by waterfalls and streams before we reach the Shakhdar Hill where you’ll get a higher view point of the glaciers from. You can play snow-sledging from here or just take in the view of the high mountain pass Zojila and snap some Instagram-worthy pictures. There’s also rafting expedition available for those interested.

Highlights

Gulmarg 1 night, Srinagar 2 nights and Houseboat 1 night
All transfers and sightseeing on Non AC (up to 4 pax Etios, 5-7 pax Tavera & 8-12 pax Tempo Traveler)
Gulmarg Day Sightseeing
Full Day Pahalgam Excursion
Full-Day Excursion to Sonamarg
Premium houseboat night stay at Nigeen Lake
Toll tax, Parking & Driver’s Bata

Flights

Return economy flight tickets from Chandigarh Airport

Or

SpiceJet flight from Delhi (DEL) to Srinagar (SXR) departing at 15:05 arriving at 16:40
SpiceJet flight from Srinagar (SXR) to Delhi (DEL) departing at 14:05 arriving at 15:35

Accommodation

Hotel Pine Spring Gulmarg or Similar
1 night(s) in Gulmarg



Room Type: Deluxe Room
Meals Included: Breakfast

Clarks Inn Srinagar or Similar
2 night(s) in Srinagar



Room Type: Deluxe Room
Meals Included: Breakfast

Wangnoo Group of Houseboats on Nigeen Lake or Similar
1 night(s) in Srinagar Houseboat



Room Type: Deluxe Room
Meals Included: Breakfast

Included in the price

Gulmarg
Maharani Temple
St. Mary’s Church
The Gondola Ride (Direct Payment Basis)

Srinagar
Pahalgam Valley
The Lidder River
Chandanwari
The Aru Valley
The Betaab Valley
Thajwas Glacier
Shakhdar Hill

Srinagar Houseboat
One night stay at Deluxe Houseboat experience at Nigeen Lake

Day-wise Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival At Srinagar And Transfer To Gulmarg

Once we’ve arrived at Gulmarg from Srinagar, we’ll head to the hotel for check-in for overnight stay at Gulmarg hotel.

Day 2: Gulmarg Sightseeing And Transfer To Srinagar Hotel

After breakfast in Gulmarg, get ready for a tour around the area before we head to Srinagar. Located over 52 km from Srinagar, Gulmarg is a hill station and town that has been visited by millions for its exquisite view of the Himalayan Mountain. You will be dropped roughly 1 km from the Gondola ride which will take you up to over 2.500m above sea level to Gulmarg Resort. You can choose to go by foot or pay extra for ATV or horse ride for a trip around the area. You can take pony rides to visit Maharani Temple & St. Mary’s Church at extra cost.
From the resort, the gondola can go further up to two stages of height if you wish to pay extra cost for the trips. The first stage starts from the Gulmarg Resort to the Kongdoori Station which is located within Kongdori Valley. While the second stage starts from the ropeway that has 36 cabins and 18 towers to near the Afarwat Peak at 3,747m height of Kongdoori Mountain, the shoulder of Afarwat Peak at 4,200m. The Gondola Ride starts at 10AM until 5PM and you can ride up at any time of the schedule.
While at the resort, you can visit the Maharani Temple, built in 1915 by Mohini Bai Sisodia who was the last Dogra King of Jammu and Kashmir. It was a royal temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, and also goes by the name Mohineshwar Shivalalaya. The wife of Maharaja Hair Singh would give her fervent prayers at this temple that is filled with tranquillity and peace. It is also surrounded by gorgeous view of Gulmarg.
The St. Mary’s Church that was constructed over 110 years ago still stand strong today with renovation that was done in 2003. It looks absolutely gorgeous during winter when it snows as the colour white puts the green-tiled roof in stark contrast. The church gives the vibe of a countryside chapel with the overall decent size, decorated walls, and simple designs.
Once you’ve explored everything you want to explore and take in all the view you want, we’ll drive from Gulmarg to Srinagar and help you check-in. Spend the night in Srinagar.

Day 3: Full-day Excursion To Pahalgam

After breakfast at the hotel in Gulmarg, we head out for an excursion to Pahalgam. Enjoy the scenic drive that goes into the national highway 1A before entering Anantnag, the second largest city in Kashmir, then back to the wild as we drive along the Lidder River to Pahalgam. With so many gorgeous places to visit and sights to see, we suggest renting a local taxi who’ll be able to take you around the area on a private basis, exploring Pahalgam Valley.
Around 16kms from Pahalgam is Chandanwari, a lush area in the valley that’s famous as a snow-sledging area. Hail a cab from Pahalgram for a roundtrip here which takes around 4-5 hours back and forth. While the ride can be quite long, it is one that you can enjoy with the Lidder River flowing on one side and the snow-capped mountain on the other. Have fun in the snow and make some snowballs to throw at your friends before heading back down. For a less boring trip, you can sledge down the side for an unforgettable experience. There are also several picnic spots that are easily accessible from the road.
We can ride on to the next destination, which is a village in the Aru Valley. This beautiful village is snuggled amongst the green grass and lush forest of Trans-Himalaya. With clear blue sky hanging above and the mist that hints the slightly cool weather of this area, it’s the perfect getaway that lets you forget your hectic life. It is the smallest hill station in the state, but surrounded by the native pines and conifer forests, the meadows are truly mesmerizing. Trekkers love to just stop and take in the majestic view of this small paradise which is covered in white during winter.
From Aru Valley, we head to Betaab Valley that was previously known as Hagan Valley. It earned a new name after the movie Betaab was filmed here in 1983, hence the Betaab Valley. It’s not just a former film setting – this valley is a wondrous gorge of nature’s beauty where you can listen to the songs of birds and is often the destination tourists head to in Kashmir. For those who wish to drown in the sight and place longer, this place is a popular camping site as well since it’s located not far from Pahalgam.
We keep driving and exit the valleys for Srinagar. Head back to the hotel for another night in Srinagar.

Day 4: Transfer From Hotel To Houseboat And Full-day Excursion To Sonamarg

After breakfast, we’ll head out today for an excursion to Sonamarg, a pretty place that’s about 98 kms from Srinagar. It’s be a three-hour drive of beautiful views to Sonamarg, which is located on the edge of Kashmir. Sonamarg means “Meadow of Gold” and it truly lives up to its name with an absolutely fascinating view of the meadow while neighbouring Ladakh. The background of this view is the snow-capped mountain with alpine trees on all sides and flowers blooming everywhere, one of the best for flower viewing in all of Jammu and Kashmir.
From the field, we can head to Thajwas Glacier that’s just 3km from where you park. The journey can only be done on foot or ponies at an extra cost. Take it slow and enjoy the process of reaching there as it is one of the most eventful treks which you’ll pass by the lush greenery and then a frozen lake. It is pretty strenuous, but the view also includes gorgeous waterfalls and streams. The trek heads up to the Shakhdar Hill that has a high viewpoint of the glaciers that cover the lake and the hill. Snow sledging is also available here even during summer and can be hired from Gujars who offer rides across the glacier. At an extra cost, a pony ride to the glacier is also available. You can also walk across the glacier once you’re here. Take care to not slip from the melting snow. Up here, the view of the high mountain pass Zojila at 3528m above sea level with a sweeping view of the lush green meadow around the beautiful blue lake. Rafting expedition at an extra cost is also available.
We’ll head back to Srinagar after heading back down from the hill. We’ll drive and check-in to the houseboat for your overnight stay.

Day 5: Departure From Srinagar

After breakfast, we’ll check-out and transfer you to Srinagar Airport for your scheduled flight. We’ll bid you goodbye as you head to your next destination.

Exclusions

Entry charges to Monuments, Museums and Forts (Directly to be paid by the guest)
Laundry services, phone calls, beverages, meals not indicated in the itinerary, tips any type, personal costs, optional tours and excursions and anything that is not mentioned in ‘Inclusions’.

Terms and Conditions

CANCELLATIONS / REFUNDS

A reservation should be considered cancelled only after receiving our confirmation of such cancellation. If a cancellation is received less than 60 days prior to the arrival of passenger, the cancellation expenses will be charged according to the following table:
· 14 – 08 days before arrival: 50% of total price
· 07 – 00 days or if have no show of passenger: 100% of total price.
There will be no refund for unused services or changes in itineraries made by passengers without permission.

BAGGAGE

It is allowed 02 suitcase normal sized per passenger in all transports. Passenger shall be fully responsible for their luggage and personal belongings during the course of the trip. Regarding to land transport, luggage and other personal belongings should be kept with you, whatever part of the vehicle that will be placed and will be transported at the risk of the user. We recommend users are present in all manipulations of loading and unloading of baggage. Baggage on air transport, rail, sea or driving, conditions of transport companies will apply, being the ticket passage, the document binds the mentioned companies to the passenger. If client suffer any baggage damage, loss or delay, the passenger must present a claim against the Transport Company. For transport of large volumes of luggage such as bicycles, surfboards, etc, a supplement will apply (please consult). The tour packages in economy class can have a piece of 15kg in air transport. The company may charge a supplement or can refuse baggage that exceed this weight or parts. Recommended not to store valuables, medication, passport, documents or money inside baggage. If you want to have this procedure, make a statement before travelling.

TIPS / TAXES / TICKETS

Tickets to museums and sites during excursions are included. Not included any kind of tip, and the tips are at your discretion.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

Passenger must have valid passport, and visas for the countries that require them. Under 18 years old must have an authorization letter written and signed by their parents or guardians as such document can be requested by any authority. In the case of loss of a document for passenger such as hotel voucher, ferries tickets, air tickets, etc, we will not be held responsible and the penalty that will apply for a new booking and issuance of such documents.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

Any physical or mental disability requiring special attention or treatment must be noted at time of reservation.

TRAVEL INSURANCE
We recommend for you to purchase full travel insure that will cover the entire cost of your trip in case cancellation, trip interruption for any reason, etc.