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Feel the Warmth of Snow

4 Night / 5 Days


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Gulmarg's legendary beauty, prime location and proximity to Srinagar naturally make it one of the premier hill resorts in the country. Originally called ‘Gulmarg’ 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.

Gulmarg has earned the distinction of being the best ski resort in the Himalayas. This resort was established in the year 1927 by two British Army officers who set up the first skiing club in Gulamarg. Festivals like Christmas and Easter are occasions for organized skiing races. The first National Winter Games were held in Gulmarg in the year 1998. Gulmarg has the reputation of being the highest lift-served ski resort in India. There are a host of snow sports at Gulmarg at this time of the year. Tobogganing, the most popular among them requires no skill. No skill is required - a flat wooden board is taken up the hill and is allowed to descend downhill. There are also snow scooters and snow bobbing, neither requiring special skills. Gulmarg also offers heliskiing for winter sports lovers. It is Asia's only heliskiing resort and in fact after Canada, Kashmir is he best option for those inclined towards heliskiing. Heliskiing comprises of being dropped by a helicopter on the summit of a high, snow-covered peak and then skiing down the slopes. Heliskiing in Kashmir can be a breathtaking experience. Heliskiing is the ultimate winter sports thrill for the adventure sports lover. This extreme winter sport has some element of risk but the thrill experienced while indulging in heliskiing is said to be unequalled by any other winter sport.

ITINERARY:
Day-01: Delhi / Srinagar - Gulmarg
On arrival at Srinagar Airport, you will be met by our office representative and transferred to Gulmarg (56 kms / 2 hrs. drive). Enjoy the beauty of nature on arrival check-in at hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
Day-02: In Gulmarg
A Full day to enjoy skiing & winter sports activities. Skiing equipment is available on hire from the Ski-Shop. Ski lifts and chair lifts take skiers up to the top of the ski slopes from where skiers can choose the beginners, intermediate or more advanced slopes. Not all tourists who visit in winter come for skiing - some simply are there to watch the skiing or to enjoy a holiday in the snow. Many of these are infected with the excitement of the skiers, and have donned their first pair of skis within a short while of their arrival. Overnight in the hotel.
Day-03: In Gulmarg
Enjoy Gulmarg on your own. One can enjoy horse riding / Gondola Ride Cable Car Ride (to be paid directly by the guest). Sledging: A flat wooden board is taken up the hilltop and, without a navigator, allowed to slide downhill on the snow-covered slopes. Sledges as well as sledge-pullers are always available on hire. Afternoon drive to Srinagar. Dinner & Overnight at Deluxe Houseboat.
Day-04: Gulmarg - Srinagar
Morning Shikara Ride to admire the scenic beauty of the Dal Lake and lovely Houseboats. You will find the flower sellers, fruit vendors, handicrafts sellers making sales calls at your houseboats. You will like this floating market. Later in the Afternoon free for Independent activities.
Enjoy the delicious dinner in the Deluxe Houseboat. Overnight in the Deluxe Houseboat.
Day-05: Srinagar - Delhi
After breakfast we drive to the airport to board your flight back with plesant memories of the tour.

Note : Package based on minimum 2 Pax travelling together (Twin sharing)
Inclusions :

 

Airfare: Delhi / Srinagar / Delhi.
2 Nights in Gulmarg at Hotel Highland Park or Hotel Hilltop.

2 Night in Srinagar at Deluxe Houseboat.

Welcome drink on arrival.

Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner.

1 Half day Boat Ride (Shikara Ride) on Dal Lake.

Transfer Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar by Car/Tata Sumo.

Airport transfer’s by Car/Tata Sumo in Srinagar.

Above cost doest not includes:
Optional trips, entrances, portage, drinks, beverages, tips and things of personal nature like laundry, phone calls and so on.

P.S. Note:
Children up to 05 years sharing same room with parents is Rs. 750/- Per Night.
Children 05 to 10 years sharing same room with parents is Rs. 1000/- Per Night
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