PATNITOP+KASHMIR

Duration : 8 NIGHTS / 10 DAYS

Day 01 : Jammu – Patnitop
After having a pure veg breakfast at the hotel we will move towards Patnitop. After completing the check-in formalities be ready to explore the place for the entire day. You will also get an opportunity to enjoy the gondola ride in Patnitop. The 2.8 km thrilling ride from Sanget to Patnitop is completed in 10-13 minutes. You can also visit Nag Temple which is a famous shrine in the evening. Return back to the hotel. Spend some quality time with each other and rest in the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at Patnitop. 
Distance – Jammu to Patnitop is 110 KM / 3-4 Hours
Gondola Tip – Guests can purchase tickets online at Patnitop and Sanget Valley ticket counters.

Day 02 : Patnitop – Srinagar
After having your breakfast at the hotel complete the check-out formalities and drive along with our driver cum representative to the Srinagar. Enjoy lunch at a restaurant on the way and head on towards Srinagar. Evening free at leisure. Dinner & Overnight in Srinagar.

Distance – Patnitop to Srinagar is 190 KM / 6-7 Hours 

Day 03: Srinagar Local sightseeing
After breakfast, check-out from the houseboat and be ready to embark on a local sightseeing tour of Srinagar that covers all the top attractions such as the Shankaracharya Temple dedicated to Lord Shiv, A visitor can have a panoramic view of Srinagar city and Dal Lake from here, this spot which is also a photographer’s delight and other attractions are Mughal Gardens which includes Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure), Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love), Chasme Shahi (the Royal Spring)and Pari Mahal (The Palace of Fairies) situated in the foothills of Zabarwan mountain range. Dinner & Overnight in Srinagar.

Day 04 : Srinagar – Sonmarg
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel to explore one of the most mesmerizing hill stations of Kashmir, Sonamarg. Enjoy a scenic drive, hand in hand with your partner, as you drive through the picturesque hills of the valley and cross the towns of Kangan, Mammar, Gagangir. Once you reach Sonmarg, check-in at the hotel booked for your stay and gear up for a visit to the Thajwas Glacier with your better-half areas (on your own). Enjoy the majestic views of the snow-clad mountains, indulge in personal activities, and experience the winter chill. The picturesque view of the glaciers will leave you awestruck. You can stroll along with the surrounding and enjoy the amazing views of this town. Return to the hotel and slip into your cozy bed for the night.
Distance – Srinagar to Sonmarg one-way is 85 KM / 3-4 Hours 
Sonmarg Tip – Bargain hard with wranglers if you are interested in pony-trekking for a visit to the Thajwas Glacier.

Day 05 Sonmarg – Srinagar
After a scrumptious breakfast Check-out from the hotel and continue your scenic journey to Srinagar. In evening, Check into one of the best houseboats in Dal lake, freshen up and relax a while. Enjoy 01 hour Shikara ride in Dal lake (during houseboat stay only) in evening which will cover Floating Gardens, Handicraft shops & Canals etc. Dinner & Overnight in Srinagar.

Day 06: Srinagar – Gulmarg
After breakfast, This morning you will be transferred to Gulmarg, Meadow of Flowers.  Situated at an altitude of 2730 meters, full day at leisure to take the leisurely walks on the lush green meadows of flowers with a backdrop of the snow capped mountains. If interested, enjoy pony ride or Gondola ride (Cable Car ride) from Gulmarg to Kongdoor (Phase-1) then Kongdoor to Affarwat (Phase-2) & vice versa on direct payment.  The Gulmarg Gondola is one of the highest & largest ropeways in Asia having a total aerial distance of approx. 5 kms. Dinner & overnight at Gulmarg.

Distance – Srinagar to Gulmarg one-way is 60 KM / 2-3 Hours
Gulmarg Tip – Bargain hard with wranglers if you are interested in pony-trekking in Gulmarg.

Day 07: Gulmarg – Pahalgam
After breakfast at your hotel, gear up for a trip to the Valley of Shepherds today. En route you will have a rare opportunity to visit the Saffron fields, Dry Fruits market in Pampore, Avantipura Ruins, Bat Factories & Apple Garden. You will be taken to the hotel for check-in. The evening is offered at leisure for you to explore with your family. You can take a leisurely stroll along the river bank and shopping at the local markets. Go for pony rides with your partner to visit Baisaran valley. Return back to the hotel. Spend some quality time with each other and rest in hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel

Distance – Gulmarg to Pahalgam is 155 KM / 4-5 Hours

Day 08: Pahalgam – Srinagar / Pahalgam – Jammu
Have breakfast in the hotel and check-out from the hotel in Pahalgam. Before you bid farewell to Pahalgam, If you love adventure, you can indulge in white water rafting in the Lidder river. After water-rafting, you will be transferred back to Srinagar/ Jammu. Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar  /Jammu.
Distance – Pahalgam to Srinagar is 90 KM / 3-4 Hours 
Distance – Pahalgam to Jammu is 270 KM / 8-9 Hours

Day 09: Srinagar Airport / Jammu Airport Drop
After having your breakfast at the hotel complete the check-out formalities and drive along with our driver to the airport. Take great memories of the trip along and relish them for the rest of your life.

Airport Tip – Tourists are advised to reach Srinagar Airport 2 hours before your scheduled flight due to multiple security checks at Airport.