Fall Colours - Kashmir

On arrival at Srinagar airport, our office representative will meet and greet you outside the airport terminal building, and transfer you to "Houseboat Wangnoo Heritage" for 2 nights.

(Srinagar, bewitches not only the tourists who visit here but every person who shares this beautiful land. It is called the city of lakes and the Venice of the East with snow laden great Himalayan Mountains all around. In the lap of these mountains lie the glittering lakes that are surrounded by houseboat and Shikaras and the majesty of Mughal architecture. Spread on both sides of the river Jhelum the city is famous for its natural beauty, gardens, waterfronts and houseboats. The very absence of order in the location of the houses and their tumbled down appearance add a peculiar charm to the scenery. It has its own quaint lifestyle, telling a panoramic fairy-tale tour through the snow-capped mountains and Chinar trees, while enjoying the adventurous pleasures of hiking, mountain biking, and rafting. The city is also famous for traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and dried fruit.)

In the afternoon, experience the shikara ride to "Char Chinar" with your loved one while rowing heart-shaped pedals, soaking up the beauty of Zabarwan hills with your favourite music and sipping a warm cup of Kashmiri tea- Kehwa with our compliments.

Rest of the day at leisure. B&D

After breakfast, checkout hotel and drive to Pahalgam.

Enroute visit "Avantipora ruins" and "Saffron Fields". Avantipora ruins are number of ancient Hindu temples built by King Avantivarman (A.D 855-883). In Kashmir, saffron is grown in a small town of Pampore. Pampore, also known as the Saffron Town Flower of Kashmir, is situated at a distance of 14 km south of Srinagar. It is very popular for saffron cultivation due to its ideal weather conditions and soil.

A walk amidst these flowers is certainly a beautiful experience. The fields, no doubt, look beautiful during the day time especially in the autumn season, the fields of Pampore are turned into a vibrant sea of purple as the saffron flowers start blooming. A lot of visitors and saffron lovers travel to this town to enjoy its beauty and scenery and to learn more about the delicate process of saffron cultivation.

On arrival in Pahalgam, check into “Royal Hillton” for 1-night stay

In the later evening, enjoy a walk near the Lidder River bank; take a stroll around and chuck few pebbles in the river at the Lidder View Park, right in the centre of town.

Rest of the day at leisure. B

After leisurely breakfast, visit the famous Shankaracharya temple and offer your prayers.

(The Shankaracharya hill and the temple is a hallmark of the city of Srinagar. It is a very historic hill. It is 5kms away from Srinagar and at the height of 1100m above sea level. The peak of the hill always makes a picturesque and a magnificent view of the vast Dal Lake, houseboats and surrounding areas from one side and the snow-clad mountains, habitation of the South Kashmir and dense forests from the other sides.)

Later, In the afternoon, leave for the heritage tour of Medieval city of Srinagar visiting famous Mosque Shah-i-Hamdan- situated on the banks of Jhelum in the centre of the city. It is one of the oldest mosques (drive past) built by Sultan Sikander around 1400. The mosque is built on timber and was constructed without any nails. Both frontage and interiors are covered in painted papier-mâché work. It was founded by Persian saint Mir Sayed Ali Hamdani, and it is likely that his retinue introduced Kashmiris to the Persian art of fine carpet- making. Later, visit local market of Jamia Masjid and a light walk through the old city. You may wish to visit Kashmir Government Emporium to look out for carpets, saffron, pashminas, exquisite embroidery, and intricate jewellery.

Rest of the evening at leisure. B&D