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Charms of the Valley
04 nights - 05 days
Delhi - Srinagar - Gulmarg - Delhi
Kashmir has charmed the world from ages. Nature has endowed Kashmir with innumerable gifts — its towering snow clad mountains, icy cold streams, crystal clear and sparkling lakes, flower meadows, colorful orchards and villages that always attracted tourists from all parts of the world. Times have changed but the romance of this paradise is timeless and unchanging. Kashmir offers solace and warmth to all age-groups. This itinerary provides a romantic extension to the Golden Triangle Tour.
Best time to take Kashmir Extension is from late May until early October — for Snow and Ski lovers late December to February is most popular.
| | | Day 01 | Delhi - Srinagar
Transfer to Delhi domestic airport for your flight to Srinagar.
| Departure Delhi | 9W603 | 1115 hrs |
| Arrival Srinagar | | 1235 hrs |
Arrive Srinagar. Meet upon arrival and transfer by chauffeur driven car to Deluxe Houseboat on Dal Lake. Check-in at Super Deluxe Houseboat for 04 nights. Afternoon enjoy a relaxing shikara ride. Sit and relax on the front deck of your houseboat overlooking the stunning mountain beauty of Kashmir. Overnight.
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| Day 02 | Srinagar
Visit Shankaracharya Temple for a view of the city. The temple has a steep and long staircase. Stop at a couple of view points to admire the view of Dal Lake, the Maharajas Palace and view of the city. Drive down to Roza Bal — and Kahnyar Shrine — witness fascinating architecture. Continue drive to see Jamma Masjid which has an interesting local bazaar. Later see the famous mosque of Shah Hamadan on the banks of Jhelum River. Overnight.
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| Day 03 | Srinagar
After breakfast take a shikara ride to Shalimar Garden (abode of love), built by Jehangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan. Afternoon at leisure at the Houseboat or take a leisure walk on the boulevard road. Overnight.
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| Day 04 | To Gulmarg
After breakfast set out on a day's excursion of Gulmarg. A snow paradise in winter and the valley of flowers in summer. Later take a leisurely walk in the alpine meadow or a pony ride or a gondola ride in Gulmarg. Late afternoon return to Houseboat. Overnight.
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| Day 05 | To Delhi
Transfer from Houseboat to airport in Srinagar.
| Departure Srinagar | 9W605 | 1315 hrs |
| Arrival Delhi | | 1535 hrs |
Meeting assistance on arrival and transfer to Airport for your ongoing flight back home.
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| Srinagar - Gulmarg | 46 km | 1.5 hrs |
| * Approx driving time in private driven AC car. Tempo traveller and Mini coach will take a bit longer. |
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