• In the morning, after breakfast, our tour begins with a visit to the famous Shankracharya Temple located on a hillock. Pay attention to a small cave room within the temple complex that is preserved for meditation. In the pre-migration era, the devotees used to throng to this temple every early morning and the sound of Bhajans and Vedic chants used to vibrate all over. Even today, one can hear the echo of temple bells in the city.
• Close by, downwards, is the temple of Zeshta Mata and Mata Roop Bhawani. (a family deity of Kashmiri Hindu Clan). The two temples are not only held in high reverence but are located in serene and sacred surroundings offering peace and tranquillity to its visitors.
• Visit Shalimar, Nishat, and Nehru Memorial Botanical Garden.
• Explore the world-famous spring Chashm-e-Shahi and Pari Mahal.
• Enjoy evening refreshments on the ghats of Dal Lake.
• Dinner and overnight stay in a houseboat or hotel.

• After breakfast, we drive to Sonamarg, known as the meadows of gold, located along the Sindh River and surrounded by snow-peaked mountains.
• Check in at a pre-booked hotel or camp and indulge in the serene nature amidst the flowing river and the marvelous beauty of the area.
• Visit Thajiwas Glacier by pony or union taxi.
• Explore water rafting offered by adventure companies.

• After a leisurely breakfast, depart for Srinagar.
• En route, visit the revered shrine of Mata Kheer Bhawani.
• Explore Manasbal Lake, the deepest lake in the Kashmir Valley.
• Before checking in at Srinagar, climb up Hari Parbat to seek the blessings of Mata Sharika.

Mata Kheer Bhawani Temple: – The temple of Kheer Bhawani is situated at a distance of 14 miles east of Srinagar against the background of natural sight near the village of Tula Mula. The temple of Ragnya Devi is called “Kheer Bhawani” because numerous devotees offer milk and kheer (Indian sweet dish) to the sacred spring. It is believed that milk and kheer turn to black color to warn of any impending disaster.

Manasbal Lake: – Manasbal Lake is located about 30 km north of Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir State. It has predominantly rural surroundings with three villages, Kondabal, Jarokbal and Gratbal overlooking the lake. Manasbal is considered as the ‘supreme gem of all Kashmir lakes’ with lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) nowhere more abundant or beautiful than on the margins of this lake during July and August. It is the deepest lake of Kashmir valley and perhaps the only one that develops stable summer stratification.

Hari Parbat Temple- Hari Parbat (SHARIKA PEETH) is situated at the periphery of Srinagar city is an ancient and one of the holiest place of Kashmir. It is the abode of Maha Shakti. The Divine mother of Shri Jagat Amaba Sharika Bagwati also known as Maha TRIPURSUNDHARI OR RAJESHWARI locally called HARIE. The EIGHTEEN ARMED goddess SHARIKA is regarded as the presiding deity (ISHT-DEVI) of Srinagar city.The Goddess Sharika is represented by a Sayambhu “SRI CHAKRA” (Mahamaha Srichakra) also called “MAHA SRIYANTRA” which consists of circular Mystic impressions and triangular patterns with fot(Bindhu) at the centre. The mystic SHRICHAKAR self-engraved on a vertical holy rock (shilia) is located at the middle of western face of Hari Parbat (Hillrock).

• After breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to Gulmarg.
• Enjoy a Gondola ride.
• The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.
• In the evening, return to Srinagar for dinner and an overnight stay.

Originally called ‘Gaurimarg’ by shepherds, its present name was given in the 16th century by Sultan Yusuf Shah, who was inspired by the sight of its grassy slopes emblazoned with wild flowers. Gulmarg was a favourite haunt of Emperor Jehangir who once collected 21 different varieties of flowers from here. Today Gulmarg is not merely a mountain resort of exceptional beauty- it also has the highest green golf course in the world, at an altitude of 2,650 m, and is the country’s premier ski resort in the winter.

• Breakfast and departure to Pahalgam.
• Enroute visit Avantipora ruins and Saffron Fields.    
• 50 km down, we reach Anantnag and 30 km further we arrive the holy Verinag spring past Achabal gardens. 
• After Verinag, we drive 60 km to Pahalgam.  On the way visit the ruins of old Martand Temple, New Martand Temple and  Bumzova Cave (the ancient cave of Lord Shiva protected by UNESCO).

About Verinag-One of the largest springs in India, Verinag, is easily accessible through a bye pass from the Jammu – Srinagar high way. Verinag is named after Nila Nag, the son of the wise saint, Kashyap Rishi, who reclaimed the Kashmir valley, the original shape of this spring was in the circular form of a kund which was later developed into octagonal shape by Jehangir. A Shaivite shrine just outside the complex draws pilgrims every year, who come for a ritual dip in the spring of the first day of the year according to the lunar Hindu calendar.

• This day is free to explore Pahalgam.
• We recommend visiting Betaab Valley and the ancient Gauri Shankar Temple.
• Walk through the Pahalgam market and enjoy the view of the Lidder River.
• In the early evening, we will travel back to Srinagar, passing by apple and walnut orchards.

• We will see you off at the airport for your onward journey.