Day 1: Arrival in Katra – Drive to Pahalgam

• Arrive at Katra Railway Station and begin your scenic drive to Pahalgam.
• En route, marvel at the saffron fields and apple orchards that line the countryside.
• Check-in to your hotel and spend the day at leisure. You can optionally explore:
• Mamleshwar Temple
• Baisaran Valley
• Rafting at Lidder River (optional, direct payment)
• Overnight stay in Pahalgam.
  Meals: Lunch or Dinner

Day 2: Pahalgam Sightseeing – Transfer to Srinagar

• After breakfast, visit:
• Aru Valley – famous for its scenic meadows
• Betaab Valley – a popular Bollywood filming location
• Chandanwari – starting point of the Amarnath Yatra, known for snow activities
• Hire a local cab from the Union Cab Stand (at own expense) for valley visits.
• In the afternoon, transfer to Srinagar.
• Check-in at your hotel for a peaceful overnight stay.
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner

Day 3: Day Trip to Sonamarg & Thajiwas Glacier

• After breakfast, head out to Sonamarg, the "Meadow of Gold".
• Enjoy optional pony rides to Thajiwas Glacier to experience snow fields and alpine views.
• En route, see Baltal Valley and Krishansar Lake (optional activities).
• Return to Srinagar for overnight stay.
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner

Day 4: Day Excursion to Gulmarg

• Proceed to Gulmarg, one of India’s top skiing destinations.
• Explore the meadows and enjoy an optional Gondola Ride (Asia’s highest cable car).
• Visit St. Mary’s Church, Gulmarg Golf Course, or indulge in snow activities.
• Return to Srinagar in the evening.
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner

Day 5: Srinagar Sightseeing – Shikara Ride – Houseboat Stay

• Visit iconic landmarks of Srinagar:
• Pari Mahal – with stunning views of Dal Lake
• Mughal Gardens – Nishat Bagh & Shalimar Bagh
• Shankaracharya Temple (if time allows)
• Later, enjoy a Shikara ride on the serene Dal Lake.
• Check-in to a traditional houseboat for a unique overnight experience.
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 6: Departure from Srinagar to Katra

• After breakfast, check out from the houseboat.
• You’ll be driven back to Katra Railway Station for your onward journey.
  Meals: Breakfast

Inclusions

• 1N stay in Pahalgam with meals
• 3N stay in Srinagar with meals
• 1N houseboat stay in Srinagar with all meals
• Sightseeing tours: Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Srinagar
• Private transfers in Sedan/SUV
• Shikara ride on Dal Lake