Kashmir Backpacking

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  • 6 Days 5 Nights
  • Max Guests : 16
  • Difficulty : 7/10
  • Starting Point: Delhi

Overview

Step into the enchanting valleys of Kashmir, a land rightly called ‘Heaven on Earth’. This mesmerizing destination is a dream for adventure seekers, culture lovers, and nature enthusiasts alike. From lush green meadows to snow-capped peaks, Kashmir unfolds like a living postcard, offering a perfect mix of thrill and tranquility.

Sail through the serene waters of Dal Lake on a traditional Shikara, where floating gardens and vibrant houseboats create a scene straight out of a fairytale. Feel the warmth of Kashmiri hospitality, stroll through bustling local markets, and immerse yourself in the valley’s timeless charm. Whether it’s the breathtaking landscapes or the soul-soothing experiences, Kashmir is more than a destination—it’s an emotion.

Activities

  • Stay
  • Transfers
  • Explorations
  • Meals

Inclusions

  • Transportation: Comfortable AC Sleeper/Deluxe Bus (Delhi to Jammu & back) and Tempo Traveler/Cab (depending upon group size) at all other times (Jammu to Jammu)
  • 5 Nights Accommodation on sharing basis: Srinagar (1 Night in Houseboat & 3 Nights in Hotel) and Pahalgam (1 Night in Hotel)
  • 10 Buffet Meals: Srinagar (4 Dinners + 4 Breakfasts) and Pahalgam (1 Dinner + 1 Breakfast)
  • Complimentary Shikara ride in Dal Lake (1 Hour)
  • Experienced Trip Captain/Local Assistance
  • Local explorations as per itinerary.
  • Reliable and experienced local drivers to drive in the difficult terrains
  • Driver allowances, toll taxes, parking, state taxes.

Exclusions

  • Any extra meals and stay arrangements apart from the ones mentioned under inclusions as per the itinerary.
  • Srinagar Airport pickup and drop facility
  • Travel Insurance, items of a personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry etc.
  • Any entry fees, extra expenses for optional activities or tickets, unless quoted in Inclusions.
  • Cost of snow-chained or 4*4 Vehicle if needed due to heavy snowfall
  • Any other costing involved due to circumstances like natural calamity, weather conditions, riots, roadblocks, landslides or any other forced circumstances which are out of our control.
  • Anything which is not mentioned in the above inclusions.
  • GST (5%) is applicable extra.
  • Expenses for Gulmarg gondola ride (cable car) and Sonmarg zero point cab

Itinerary

Day 0: Delhi to Jammu | Overnight Journey

• Assemble at boarding point in Delhi and meet your Trip Captain.
• Start an overnight journey to Jammu and socialize with your co-travellers.

Day 1: Jammu to Srinagar | Srinagar Arrival

• After arriving in Jammu, start your journey towards Srinagar.
• Reach Srinagar, check-in to your cozy hotel and freshen-up.
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

Day 2: Srinagar to Gulmarg | Explore Gulmarg

• Wake up and post breakfast, begin your drive from Srinagar for full-day excursion of Gulmarg (World’s highest green golf course).
• After arriving in Gulmarg, experience Asia’s highest Gondola ride in Gulmarg and get mesmerized by the stunning landscapes of Nanga Parvat from Gulmarg to Khilanmarg.
• In the evening, post exploring Gulmarg, return to your hotel and have leisure.
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

Day 3: Srinagar to Sonmarg | Explore Sonmarg

• Wake up and post breakfast, begin your drive from Srinagar for full-day excursion of Sonmarg.
• Enjoy the mesmerising Himalayan views of Sonmarg, or you may take a pony ride to Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the year.
• In the evening, post exploring Sonmarg, return to your hotel and have leisure.
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

Day 4: Drive from Srinagar to Pahalgam | Explore Pahalgam

• Wake up and post breakfast, check-out from the hotel and begin your drive from Srinagar to Pahalgam known as the ‘valley of shepherds’.
• Enroute Pahalgam, we’ll visit Pampore, Avantipura and the village of Bijbehara.
• In Pahalgam, head out to explore the gorgeous Betab Valley, Chandanwari and Aru Valley.
• In the evening, post exploring Pahalgam, check-in to our comfy hotel and have some leisure.
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

Day 5: Srinagar Local Explorations | The Dal Lake Diaries

• Wake up and post breakfast, check-out from the hotel and begin your drive from Pahalgam to Srinagar.
• After arriving in Srinagar, head out for local explorations of major attractions such as Hazaratbal Mosque, Nishat Garden, Chashm-e-Shahi & Shalimar Garden. Visit the popular Shankaracharya Temple and witness the beautiful view of Kashmir Valley as seen from the hill-top.
• In the evening, check-in to our Dal Lake Houseboat, treat yourself with jaw dropping sunset scenes over the Dal Lake and feel the Kashmiriyat during the beautiful Shikara ride in Dal Lake.
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a houseboat.

Day 6: Goodbye Kashmir | Depart for Jammu

• In the morning, post breakfast check-out from our property and say goodbye to your hosts in Srinagar and leave for Delhi via Jammu.
• In the evening, reach Jammu and start your overnight journey from Jammu to Delhi.

Day 7: Delhi Arrival | Trip Ends

• Reach Delhi early morning with lots of amazing memories and unforgettable experiences.

FAQs

I am a solo traveller, can I join the group trips?

Yes, we absolutely love solo travellers and would love to host you on our community trips. These group or community trips are crafted keeping in mind every kind of travellers be it solo, couples and a group of friends. The motive behind these fun-filled community trips is to provide hassle-free travel experience to solo travellers especially when you’ve that urge to travel and that too under minimal budget.

Is it safe for solo female traveller to join a group trip consisting of strangers?

Yes, it is very much safe for female solo travelers to travel with us. We salute the spirit of solo female travelling and thus we make sure to provide an absolutely safe environment while hosting them on our trips. From our experienced trip captains, verified hosts to transport vendors, everybody working with us are trusted folks and easily reachable to raise any kind of safety complaints during an ongoing trip. We always work hard to resolve the problem at the earliest.

Once I book a trip, how will I receive the confirmation of the payment?

Firstly, your payments are absolutely secure. Once we receive the payment, we send you a payment receipt/booking confirmation mail of the same within 24 hours of paying the amount. You need to share the screenshot of the payment with your respective sales team representative and he/she will further communicate with the finance department.

What if the trip I booked gets cancelled? What is the refund policy?

There are numerous factors due to which your trip booking gets cancelled or modified. In this case, we provide you the best possible resolution or a credit note valid for a year of the same amount. In case the traveller cancels the trip from his/her end, the booking amount is non-refundable ever.

Things to Pack:

  • Good quality rucksack (preferably 40-60 liters) & a small day bag pack (for hikes/treks purpose) with rain-cover is recommended, easy to carry trolley bag
  • A pair of shoes (mainly trekking/sports) with good grip & waterproof, atleast 2 pairs of socks & floaters/sandals/slippers
  • Heavy down jacket, light fleece, long track/cargo pants, long/short sleeves T-shirts, body thermal wears (as per season), sun cap/hat, woolen cap & gloves (as per season), hoodie, raincoats/ponchos
  • Personal care items like cold cream & moisturiser, sunscreen (preferably SPF40), lip balm, sanitary pads, toothpaste & other toiletries, wet wipes, hand sanitizer, insect repellent, body spray
  • Personal medication (as prescribed by the doctor) & first-aid, sprain relief spray, glucose powder, tablets for headache, fever, diarrhea, motion sickness, dettol & cotton/bandages
  • Personal documents & ID's like aadhar card, drivers license, passport or any other valid Government ID proofs
  • Sunglasses, charger, power bank, quick dry towel, adequate amount of cash, quick snacks/dry fruits/energy bars, trash & waterproof laundry bags, re-usable water bottle
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