7 Days Luxury Honeymoon In Kashmir Valley
About the Destination:
From enjoying the crisscrossed chinar tree-lined pathways to spending romantic time in the dazzling Dal Lake surrounded by houseboats, the fascinating Kashmir Valley is the perfect place to celebrate your romantic milestones with your partner. Take lengthy walks with your lover through the city's stunning Mughal gardens (symbol of love) and the old quarter to browse for handicrafts with distinctive patterns, colourful Pashmina scarves, and lovely Kashmiri costumes (Pherans).
From lush green plains to snow-capped mountains, travel from Srinagar to Gulmarg over the most mesmerising highways in the world, which will make your eyes refuse to blink as you make your way to the stronghold of winter sports. Watch the shepherd boys wave as they cross the banks of the Lidder River, which gurgles and foams its way around the mountains to places like Aru Valley and Betaab Valley. Make your honeymoon a Bollywood dream by taking a postcard-perfect snapshot with your love against the flower-filled plains of Sonmarg.
Quick Info:
Route: Srinagar - Sonmarg - Gulmarg - Pahalgam - Srinagar
Duration: 7 Days and 6 Nights
Start Point: Srinagar
End Point: Srinagar
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Tour Description
Inclusions:
➔ Comfortable and hygienic vehicle (Innova/Xylo/Similar) for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary.
➔ Airport pickup and drop as per your flight timings.
➔ Stay on a double and triple sharing basis in hygienic and sanitized hotels
➔ Meals included as per itinerary
➔ Highly-Experienced driver cum guide
➔ Sightseeing as per itinerary
➔ Honeymoon Freebies such as cake, bed decoration candle night dinner
Liwana Recommended:
➔ Taste the local cuisines Rogan Josh, Matschgand, Yakhni and Kashmiri Muji Gaad
➔ Try out Cafes such as Winterfell, and Chai Jaai Tea Roo
➔ Visit the Floating Vegetable Market early in the morning and witness the culture of Mir Bahris
➔ Shop Pashmina Shawls and handmade crafts and décor
➔ Visit the shooting spot at Betaab Valley of Bollywood movies like Betaab, Kashmir ki Kali, Highway and much more
➔ Apharwat Hills is yet another charming tourist attraction to visit.
➔ Enjoy horse riding at Alpather Lake
➔ Drop by the Muslim shrine of Baba Reshi to pay a holy tribute.
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.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Srinagar | Welcome to The Paradise on Earth
Description:
- Meet a representative at a pre-decided pickup point in Srinagar and get transferred to a beautiful houseboat at Dal Lake.
- Complete the check-in formalities, rest for some time in your houseboat.
- Enjoy a leisure day in the houseboat witnessing the alluring beauty around and the silent waves of Dal lake.
- You can also embark on a Shikara Ride upon the rolling waters of Dal Lake.
- Overnight stay in Houseboat in Srinagar.
Day 2 - Sightseeing in Srinagar | Walk the Beautiful Mughal Gardens with a Variety of Colourful Flowers
Description:
- Wake up in the morning, have your breakfast and checkout from the houseboat.
- Complete the check-in formalities at a pre-booked luxury hotel in Srinagar.
- Visit the world-famous Mughal Baghs including the Nishant Bagh (The garden of Pleasure) and Shalimar Garden (Abode of love) and also visit Chashma Shahi, Indira Gandhi Memorial, Tulip Garden and Shankaracharya Temple.
- In the evening, you can go on a shopping spree at the busting Lal Chowk to buy products such as leather goods, embroidered mats and carpets, antique jewellery and the highly demanded Pashmina shawl.
- Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 3 - Excursion to Sonamarg | Walk Around the Famed Golden Meadows
Description:
- Wake up in the morning, have a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel with a beautiful view of the Dal Lake.
- Post breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion to the picturesque 'Meadow of Gold’, Sonmarg.
- En route to Sonamarg, take a halt at various beautiful spots and enjoy the scenic views and natural beauty.
- On arrival at Sonamarg, you can ride on a horse to visit Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the year.
- You can also enjoy the most popular sports activities like white water rafting here in Sonamarg.
- Once done exploring Sonamarg drive back to Srinagar to your hotel.
- Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 4 - Srinagar to Pahalgam | A Quiet Little Town Adorned with a blanket of Pine Trees and Crystal-Clear Rivers
Description:
- Wake up to a fabulous view of the snow-capped mountains, enjoy a hearty breakfast and complete the check-out formalities from the hotel.
- Post the breakfast, start your drive towards Pahalgam that is also known as the Valley of Shepherds.
- On arrival at Pahalgam, complete the check-in formalities and rest for some time.
- Visit the Aru Valley, a small village located 11km from Pahalgam, which is famous for its scenic beauty and various adventure activities.
- Visit Betaab Valley and Lidder River, the most popular tourist destination and enjoy their natural charm.
- Further, you will be taken to Chandanwari, which is near Betaab Valley and is surrounded by stunning snow-capped mountains.
- After a beautiful sightseeing tour, return back to the hotel in Pahalgam for an overnight stay.
Day 5 - Pahalgam to Gulmarg | Spend a Romantic Day in the Flower Scented Meadows
Description:
- Wake up in the morning, have a hearty breakfast, complete the check out formalities at the hotel and get ready to explore Gulmarg.
- You will come across the paddy fields and rice fields on the way to Gulmarg.
- On arrival at Gulmarg, complete the check-in formalities at the hotel and take some rest.
- The rest of the day is at leisure and you can head out to explore the beautiful surroundings of the hotel.
- Later in the evening return back to your hotel for dinner.
- Overnight stay in Gulmarg.
Day 6 - Sightseeing in Gulmarg | Embark on the Highest Gondola Ride in Asia
Description:
- Wake up in the morning to the alluring snow-capped mountains, have breakfast and head out to explore Gulmarg.
- Visit Gulmarg Gondola, which is the prime attraction over here and enjoy a cable car ride that offers panoramic views of high mountains covered in snow.
- Gulmarg is a famous ski resort as well and you too can proceed to learn skiing.
- Enjoy activities such as golf, nature walks, bird watching and pony rides and visit the Maharani Temple and Ziarat of Baba Reshi or try zorbing at the Children’s Park.
- Overnight stay in Gulmarg.
Day 7 - Gulmarg to Srinagar and Departure | Bid Farewell to The City of Lakes
Description:
- Wake up in the morning to a beautiful view of the mountains, enjoy a wholesome breakfast and check out from the hotel.
- Start your drive from Gulmarg to Srinagar.
- Conclude the tour with beautiful memories on reaching your desired destination in Srinagar.
Note: As we'll be travelling from Gulmarg to Srinagar, we recommend that you book a flight from Srinagar after 2:00 PM if you are departing the same day.
Highlights
- A Luxury stay in houseboats of Kashmir is a magical expereince 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.
- Visit India's first colorful floating market, set against the beautiful backdrop, which marks it as a photographer's haven
- Treat your taste buds with flavourful delicacies of Kashmir like Kahwa Tea or Wazwan /Rogan Josh etc
- Marvel the enchanting Kashmir Valley and the snow cladded peaks as you embark on the world's 2nd highest Gondola in Gulmarg
- Experience the Shikara Ride with your loved ones while rowing heartshaped pedals and forming a backdrop of the silent sunset with your favorite music
Know Before You Go ➡️
- Liwana 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.
- The hotels are subject to their availability. In case they are not available, the travelers will be accommodated in a property of similar standard.
- 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, hotel change, etc., before the beginning of the trip.
- 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.
- Avoid using plastic bags and maintain the ecological balance of the destinations. Travelers littering may be fined.
- Usage of the swimming pool at any accommodation is strictly according to government guidelines.
- The exact location will be shared with you post-booking.
- All international and domestic airfare, visa fees, airport tax, or any kind of insurance cover is not a part of the package.
- If in case any traveler wants to or decides to leave the trip in the middle, all the expenses from that point onwards will be borne by the traveler. Neither the operator nor Liwana will be held responsible for such decisions or for any refund.
- GST is applicable to the package cost.
- Guidelines issued by the State-Government are to be followed. Social distancing to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and use of masks 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.
- The extra adventure activities and ropeways/cable cars will be at your own cost and are not included in the tour.
- Any breakage or damage of any items in the resort will be charged at actuals.
- Guidelines issued by the State-Government are to be followed. Social distancing to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and use of mask recommended.
- The display prices mentioned are for minimum 2 PAX for standard, deluxe and super deluxe properties
- Any kind of drink (alcoholic, aerated, or mineral water) is not included in the package cost.
Things to Carry
- Warm clothes
- Caps
- Hiking shoes
- Thermal inners
- Walking shoes
Payment Term Policy
100.0% of total tour cost will have to be paid 7 days prior to date of travel.
Confirmation Policy
- As soon as you pay, you will receive a confirmation email from Liwana.
- The remaining amount needs to be paid before the date of travel.
Cancellation Policy
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If cancellation are made 30 days before the date of travel then 25.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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If cancellation are made 15 days to 30 days before the date of travel then 50.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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If cancellation are made 0 days to 15 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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Refund Policy
The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days.