Day 01 – Arrival & Mughal Gardens
• Meet and greet at Srinagar Airport, followed by transfer to Chicago Houseboat.
• Visit the famed Mughal gardens: Nishat (Garden of Pleasure), Shalimar (Garden of Love), and Cheshma Shahi, each blooming with vibrant flowers from spring to autumn.
• Explore Haratbal Shrine and the historic Jami Masjid.
• Dinner and overnight stay at Chicago Houseboat.
Day 02 – Excursion to Sonamarg (Golden Meadow)
• After breakfast, drive to Sonamarg.
• Enjoy a short trek or pony ride to the breathtaking Thajiwas Glacier.
• Return to Srinagar by evening.
• Dinner and overnight stay at Chicago Houseboat.
Day 03 – Gulmarg Adventure
• After breakfast, depart for Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers), perched at 8,800 ft.
• Experience the Gondola cable car ride over snow-covered slopes of Apharwat and Khilanmarg.
• Return to Srinagar.
• Dinner and overnight stay at Chicago Houseboat.
Day 04 – Pahalgam – Valley of Shepherds
• Drive to Pahalgam, with a scenic stop at saffron fields en route.
• Enjoy pony rides to Baisaran, a vast meadow surrounded by pine and cedar forests.
• Return to Srinagar.
• Dinner and overnight stay at Chicago Houseboat.
Day 05 – Departure
• Timely transfer to Srinagar Airport/Railway Station/ BusStation for onward journey.
Tour Inclusions
• All transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
• Room with attached bathroom
• Daily breakfast, dinner, and afternoon tea
• Shikara crossing and one complimentary shikara ride
Tour Exclusions
• Gondola tickets, pony rides, laundry, beverages, and tips
Important Notes:
• Local authorities restrict vehicle access for internal sightseeing in Sonamarg, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam. Local taxis must be hired independently for these areas.
• Only postpaid SIM cards (BSNL, Airtel, Jio) work in Jammu & Kashmir.
• Gondola tickets should be booked online in advance. We are happy to assist upon request.
Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me directly.
