Kashmir with Vaishno Devi Darshan with Amritsar

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DAY 01 - TRAIN FROM KOLKATA

train from chitpur terminal

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DAY 02 - WHOLE DAY TRAIN JOURNEY

After breakfast, proceed for Patnitop, a famous Hill Resort (95 Kms/3-4 Hours drive from Katra) which is perched on a wonderful plateau, at an altitude of 2024 metres across which the Jammu - Srinagar Highway passes. Explore the famous Nag Temple, Padora Enclave & Patnitop park. .If time permit one can , proceed for Sanasar which is a cup shaped meadow surrounded by gigantic conifers. En route visit Nathatop, another famous tourist point. Rest of the day free for personal activites and over night stay .

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DAY 03 - JAMMU TO SRINAGAR

Morning after breakfast drive to pahalgam 200 km –5 to 6 hour drive ( Valley of Shepherds ) Via Chenani Nashri Tunnel ,ramban , batote ,Banihal Tunnel .continue drive arrive pahalgam transfer to hotel rest of the day at leisure .Pahalgam is an idyllic resort located on the banks of river Lidder and Sheshnag.It is the base for several treks in the region and for the annual pilgrimage to the Holy Cave Shrine of Amarnath. The surroundings are ideal and allow for relaxation and leisure in the true spirit of traditional hill resort.

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DAY 04 - SRINAGAR LOCAL SIGHTSEEING

Morning after breakfast visit to Aru valley . The Aru valley is noted for its scenic meadows .It is popular among the tourist for it s peaceful environment and scenic beauty .the village is a base camp for trekkers to the Kolahoi Glacier .after that one can visit to batab valley.the valley got its name from flim Betab.the valley surrounded by lush green meadows, snow clad mountain and dense forest. Then to Chandanwari- the base camp for Amarnath yatra. Later drive back to pahalgam ..Afternoon one can visit to Basaran valley by pony on direct payment is a large grassy meadow with small rolling hills ,it is a eye-catching meadow it is also an ideal campsite for trekker who want to move further to Tulian lake.

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DAY 05 - SONMARG

Morning after breakfast drive to gulmarg 150 Km – 4 hour drive enroute visit to mattan temple. Pampore famous for saffron field , enroute visit cricket bat factory ,apple orchids gardens continue drive .,arrive transfer to hotel Gulmarg ( Meadow of flowers ) at a height of 8 800 feet above sea-level . Here you will witness the beauty of the natural surroundings of Kashmir set out like a Doll's village, Gulmarg used to be a favorite hunt of the British in Summer and you will find the old fashion Hotels and shops in the village. Gulmarg has the highest 18 hole Golf Course in the World and has developed into a SKI Resort in Winter .After lunch Take a Gondola ride ( of your own ) high above the meadows and snow covered slops of Apherwat and Khilanmarg mountains which provide a play ground for the skiing, pony ride and skating ( optional) .rest of the day at leisure overnight at hotel.

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DAY 06 - GULMARG

Morning after breakfast drive to Srinagar 1 and half hour - 56 km arrive transfer to hotel / houseboat After noon take a Shikara ride on Dal Lake ( On direct payment ). Cruise will go through canals, Visiting floating gardens , Lotus gardens & vegetable Gardens, back waters of lake also pay a visit to handicraft centres for paper machine and wood carving factory.

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DAY 07 - SRINAGAR TO PAHALGAM

Morning after breakfast full day excursion to Sonamarg ( Meadow of Gold ) 86kms , on the way one can enjoy the beauty of the Sind valley, Sonamarg is at a height of 2690mts above sea level,The blooming Valley has been chiselled over the ages by the mighty Indus river. Major trekking routes begin from here. Two Lakes – Gadsar and Satsar are on the periphery of Sonmarg. Sonmarg is sheer scenic splendour. The very way- metalled road snakes through massive mountains laden with firs and forests. arrive Sonamarg visit to Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains through out the year, late afternoon return to Srinagar

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DAY 08 - PAHALGAM LOCAL SIGHTSEEING

Morning after breakfast full day Srinagar local sightseeing visiting Shankar Acharya Temple, famous Mughal Gardens Nishat ( Garden of pleasure ) overlooking the crystal clear emerald green waters of the Dal lake then to Shalimar ( Garden of Love ) Each one is more beautiful than the one visited before. You will walk along the terraced flower beds, past splashing of fountains and marble pavilions, with snow capped peaks of the Himalayas & Cheshmaashahi (Royal Spring ) also if time permit one can visit to Hazratbal shrine .rest of the day free for personal activites and shopping .