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Experience Kashmir | Free Excursion to Yousmarg Highlights

  • Known as Heaven on Earth, Kashmir is bestowed with verdant meadows, lush valleys, dense forests, splendid temples and serene lakes that serves as a perfect scenic backdrop

  • Marvel the enchanting Kashmir Valley and the snow cladded peaks as you embark on the world's 2nd highest Gondola in Gulmarg

  • Stay in houseboats of Kashmir is a magical experience with the sight of the moon reflected on the glassy lake, the cool breeze and the quiet gurgling sound of water helping you soothe your soul.

  • Treat your taste buds with flavourful delicacies of Kashmir like Kahwa Tea or Wazwan /Rogan Josh etc

Experience Kashmir | Free Excursion to Yousmarg Overview

About the Tour:

Rejuvenate in the Paradise on Earth - Kashmir where the sight of the moon is reflected on the glassy lake, the cool breeze and the quiet gurgling sound of water will soothe your soul. Lean out of your Shikara and catch a glimpse of the amazing sunset while gliding your fingers over the chilling water of the Dal lake with a leisurely Shikara ride. Gather an amazing experience of the magical floating stay with cozy and comfortable suites, warm hosts combined with delicious Kashmiri food which will make up a unique and idyllic stay in a houseboat.

Wave back at the shepherds as you experience the countryside on a pony ride through the verdant meadows and chilling Lidder river meandering through the mountains in Pahalgam. When there’s snow around, a snow fight is bound to happen, no matter what your age, fulfil your lifelong dream of building a snowman at Gulmarg. Conclude by taking a postcard perfect family frame in the traditional Kashmiri attire, to treasure the memories for life. 

Quick Facts:

  • Route: Srinagar - Pahalgam - Gulmarg - Yousmarg - Srinagar
  • Duration: 7 Days & 6 Nights
  • Start Point: Srinagar
  • End Point: Srinagar

Inclusions:

  • Comfortable and sanitized vehicle (Sedan/ SUV depending on group size) for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary.
  • Toll tax and parking. 
  • Driver Allowance. 
  • Accommodation in Standard, Deluxe, and Luxury Properties.
  • Breakfast and Dinner (North Indian Cuisine) at all hotels as per itinerary. 
  • Experienced Driver cum Guide.

Things Not To Miss:

  • Enjoy the famous Shikara ride, a traditional wooden boat along with an evening view at Dal Lake in Srinagar.
  • Relish the adventure sports activities in Gulmarg such as Skiing and Cable car ride.
  • Immerse yourself in the local culture as you photograph yourself in Kashmiri outfits.
  • Visit Chandanwari with Lidder river flowing alongside, picturesque surrounding tourist place in Pahalgam

How to Reach:

  • By Air: Srinagar International Airport is the nearest airport in Srinagar which has flight connectivity to major cities of India.
  • By Rail: The closest railway station to Srinagar is in Jammu Tawi which also has trains connectivity all over India.
  • By Road: Board buses from Chandigarh, Gulmarg, Jammu, Sonamarg, Delhi and Pahalgam to reach Srinagar.

Experience Kashmir | Free Excursion to Yousmarg Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive in Srinagar | Welcome to the Paradise on Earth
Srinagar

Upon arrival at Shrinagar Airport, the driver will pick you up & transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy a one-hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake amidst beautiful surroundings. You can go for a stroll on the streets of Srinagar like Residency Road & Zaina Kadal Market. You can visit famous local restaurants like AHDOOS or Kareema Restuarant to try authentic Kashmiri-style cooked food, called Wazwan. Later, Enjoy an overnight stay in your hotel in Srinagar.

Transfer in Swift Dzire, Xylo or similar
  • The driver will pick you up from Srinagar International Airport and drop you off at your pre-booked hotel in Srinagar for an overnight stay.
Activity: Day At Leisure in Srinagar

Day 2
Srinagar to Pahalgam | Unleash the Tranquil Charms of Kashmir's Paradise!
Pahalgam

Check-out from your hotel after which the driver will pick you up and take you to Pahalgam. En route, stop at the Apple Orchards & Saffron fields. Upon arriving in Pahalgam, check in to your hotel & head towards Lidder River, where you can try white water rafting (at extra cost). Then, explore the beautiful Aru Valley, the Betaab Valley & Chandanwari Valley. Later, get dropped off at your hotel in Pahalgam for an overnight stay.

Transfer in Swift Dzire, Xylo or similar
  • After check-out, the driver will pick you up from your hotel and drop you at your pre-booked hotel in Pahalgam.
  • Once you check-in to your hotel, the driver will take you on Pahalgam sightseeing.
  • Post-sightseeing, the driver will drop you at your pre-booked hotel in Pahalgam for an overnight stay.
Activity: Sightseeing Tour of Pahalgam
  • Marvel at the beautiful Lidder River, where you can try White Water Rafting, as you navigate the thrilling rapids of Lidder River, surrounded by awe-inspiring Himalayan vistas.
  • You can explore the beautiful Aru Valley, a picturesque paradise offering lush meadows, dense forests & a serene ambience.
  • Visit the Betaab Valley, a famous Bollywood location named after the shooting of the Betaab movie.
  • You can also visit Chandanwari, a holy place surrounded by glaciers & snow-capped mountains.

*Note: Travelers will have to hire a Union Taxi to explore Aru Valley, Betaab Valley & Chandanwari*

*Note: River rafting is available from March to September.*

Day 3
Sightseeing in Pahalgam | Explore the Mini Switzerland of India - the Baisaran Valley -
Pahalgam

The driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you drop you off at the Pahalgam Lidder market from where you can take a pony ride through meadows to reach Baisaran Valley. Explore the beautiful Valley, known as the mini Switzerland of India surrounded by lush forest of pine & cedar trees. After that, you can explore the Lidder market for shopping souvenirs. In the evening, the driver will drop you at your hotel in Pahalgam for an overnight stay.

Transfer in Swift Dzire, Xylo or similar
  • The driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Baisaran Valley sightseeing in Pahalgam.
  • Post-sightseeing, the driver will drop you back at your pre-booked hotel in Pahalgam for an overnight stay.
Activity: Baisaran Valley Excursion
  • You can experience walking through lush meadows or enjoy a horse ride to reach the beautiful Baisaran Valley, a beautiful valley surrounded by a dense forests of Cedar and pine trees.
  • Stroll on the vibrant streets of Lidder market for shopping souvenirs.
Day 4
Pahalgam to Srinagar | Explore the Beautiful Mughal Gardens
Srinagar

Check-out from your hotel after which the driver will pick you up & take you to Srinagar. Upon arrival in Srinagar, explore the charming Mughal Gardens like Nishat Bagh, Chashme Shahi & Shalimar Bagh with views of Dal Lake. After that, visit the Shankaracharya Temple followed by the Hazratbal Shrine. Then, visit Lal Chowk & enjoy shopping for traditional items. Later, get dropped off at your houseboat on Dal Lake for an overnight stay.

Transfer in Swift Dzire, Xylo or similar
  • After check-out, the driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Srinagar Sightseeing.
  • Post sightseeing, get dropped off at your pre-booked houseboat in Srinagar for an overnight stay.
Activity: Explore Srinagar 'City of Lakes & Gardens'
  • Explore one of the famous Mughal Gardens the Nishat Bagh, a terraced garden known as the 'Garden of Bliss'.
  • Visit the Shalimar Bagh, the largest Mughal Garden in Kashmir & admire its beautiful architecture like Chini Khanas or arched niches.
  • Stop by the Shankaracharya Temple where you can choose to climb the stairs of this oldest Hindu temple in Kashmir.
  • Explore the Dargah Hazratbal Shrine, which is believed to be a Moi-e-Muqqadas, the hair of Prophet Muhammad's beard.
  • Walk through the iconic Lal Chowk, where you can shop for traditional Pashmina shawls, leather goods, embroidered mats and carpets.
Day 5
Excursion to Gulmarg | Enjoy the Second Highest Cable Car Ride in the World
Gulmarg

Check out from your houseboat, from where the driver will pick you up from your hotel and drop you at the 2nd-check post from where you can take a walk to Gondola Point. Enjoy a roundtrip Gondola ride to Phase 1 (Kongdori Mountain) & indulge in various snow activities. You can also ascend to the phase 2 (Apharwat peak). You can also visit the Strawberry Valley & Drung Waterfalls (at your own cost). Later, get transferred to your hotel in Srinagar.

Transfer in Swift Dzire, Xylo or similar
  • The driver will pick you up from your hotel and drop you at the 2nd checkpost in Gulmarg for a Gondola ride.
  • Post the cable car activity, the driver will drop you at your pre-booked hotel in Srinagar for an overnight stay.
Activity: Enjoy Gulmarg's Gondola Cable Car Ride to Kongdoor Mountain
  • Go on a fun-filled Gondola ride in Gulmarg, which is the second-highest cable car ride in the world.
  • Enjoy a Gondola ride to phase 1 at taking you to Kongdori peak, where you can enjoy snow activities like Igloo Cafe, Skiing, Snow Bikes, Slegding.
  • You can also explore the Strawberry Valley, surrounded by the range of Himalayan Mountains.& with full of strawberries planted all around.

*Note: Gulmarg sightseeing requires you to book a Union cab for ₹4k.*

*Note: The Gondola in Gulmarg has to be booked from the government website by the traveler themselves at least 15 days prior.*

Day 6
Excursion to Yousmarg | Explore A Beautiful Village with Green Pastures & Lentic Water Bodies
Yousmarg

The driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you on a sightseeing tour of Yousmarg. Enjoy a scenic drive to Yousmarg, also known as 'Meadows of Jesus'. Upon arriving at Yousmarg, have a fun time exploring the beautiful hill station with vast green meadows & pine forests. You can also enjoy a pony ride around the village while taking in the view of snow-capped mountains. Later, get transferred back to your hotel in Srinagar for an overnight stay.

Transfer in Swift Dzire, Xylo or similar
  • The driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Yousmarg excursion.
  • Post your Yousmarg excursion, the driver will drop you back at your pre-booked hotel in Srinagar for an overnight stay.
Activity: Explore Yousmarg Long Stretches of Green Pastures
  • Stroll around the beautiful village of Yousmarg going through meadows, dense Pine forests & hiking trails.
  • You can enjoy a horse ride to roam around the village & enjoy its serene atmosphere.
Day 7
Departure From Srinagar | Bid Farewell to the Paradise
Srinagar

Pack your bags and check out from your hotel in Srinagar. The driver will pick you up from the hotel and take you to Srinagar airport, where you will take your flight back home.

Transfer in Swift Dzire, Xylo or similar
  • The driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Srinagar Airport name, where you will board your flight back home.

Select Package Options


Price Includes
  • Stay

    Comfortable stay on a double and triple sharing basis in hygienic and sanitized hotels.

    Srinagar Hotel: Golden Sands/Four Seasons or similar

    Srinagar Houseboat: Safina/New Sea Palace or similar

    Pahalgam: Moon View/Bombay Palace or similar

  • Meals

    Meals as per the itinerary

    Buffet breakfast from day 2 to day 7

    Buffet dinner from day 1 and day 6

  • Transfers

    Airport Pickup & Drop

    Transfers in private cab throughout the journey

  • Driver

    Experience Driver familiar with the Terrain

  • Sightseeing

    Sightseeing as per the itinerary mentioned


Price Includes
  • Stay

    Comfortable stay on a double and triple sharing basis in hygienic and sanitized hotels.

    Srinagar Hotel: Six Seasons/Royal Batoo or similar

    Srinagar Houseboat: Lake Victoria/Atheena or similar

    Pahalgam: Wildflower Resort & Spa/ Himalayan Hills or similar

  • Meals

    Meals as per the itinerary

    Buffet breakfast from day 2 to day 6

    Buffet dinner from day 1 to day 5

  • Transfers

    Airport Pickup & Drop

    Transfers in private cab throughout the journey

  • Driver

    Experienced drivers are familiar with the Terrain

  • Sightseeing

    Sightseeing as per the itinerary mentioned


Price Includes
  • Stay

    Comfortable stay on a double and triple sharing basis in hygienic and sanitized hotels.

    Srinagar Hotel: Six Seasons/Royal Batoo or similar

    Srinagar Houseboat: Lake Victoria/Atheena or similar

    Pahalgam: Wildflower Resort & Spa/ Himalayan Hills or similar

  • Meals

    Meals as per the itinerary

    Buffet breakfast from day 2 to day 6

    Buffet dinner from day 1 to day 5

  • Transfers

    Airport Pickup & Drop

    Transfers in private cab throughout the journey

  • Driver

    Experienced drivers are familiar with the Terrain

  • Sightseeing

    Sightseeing as per the itinerary mentioned


Price Includes
  • Stay

    Comfortable stay on a double and triple sharing basis in hygienic and sanitized hotels.

    Srinagar Hotel: Six Seasons/Royal Batoo or similar

    Srinagar Houseboat: Lake Victoria/Atheena or similar

    Pahalgam: Wildflower Resort & Spa/ Himalayan Hills or similar

  • Meals

    Meals as per the itinerary

    Buffet breakfast from day 2 to day 6

    Buffet dinner from day 1 to day 5

  • Transfers

    Airport Pickup & Drop

    Transfers in private cab throughout the journey

  • Driver

    Experienced drivers are familiar with the Terrain

  • Sightseeing

    Sightseeing as per the itinerary mentioned

More Details about Experience Kashmir | Free Excursion to Yousmarg

Know Before You Go for Experience Kashmir | Free Excursion to Yousmarg

  • Rates may fluctuate with any change in services/hotels. The difference in the cost shall be borne by the client in case of any amendment in the package due to an increase in the number of guests.
  • The hotels are subject to their availability. In case they are not available, the travelers will be accommodated in a property of similar standard.
  • Thrillophilia reserves the right to rearrange the itinerary due to any kind of disturbance that occurred (i.e weather condition, political condition or any others) without changing the total number of days and without compromising any service.
  • All entry tickets for stupas, monasteries, sightseeing, state and entry fees, monument entrances, camera charges, etc. are not a part of the package.
  • Any personal expenses or items of personal nature will not be included in the package. Any meals or transfers not mentioned in the itinerary are to be considered an exclusion in the deal.
  • Any kind of drink (alcoholic, aerated, or mineral water) is not included in the package cost.
  • Guidelines issued by the State-Government is to be followed. Social distancing to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and use of mask recommended.
  • ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of booking, and also upon arrival. PAN card will not be considered as a valid address proof.
  • Any breakage or damage of any items in the resort will be charged at actuals.
  • The display prices mentioned are for minimum 2 PAX for standard, deluxe and super deluxe properties
  • Ac does not work on the hills.
  • The extra adventure activities and ropeways/cable cars will be at your own cost and are not included in the tour.
  • Any kind of Monumental charges are not included in the package.
  • Stay in base category rooms depending on the variant selected.
  • Children above 5 years of age will be considered as adults only. There are no charges for children below 5 years of age.