🗓️ Day 01: Arrival in Srinagar – Local Sightseeing 🕌🌷

🛬 Arrive at Srinagar Airport and meet our warm representative 🤝
🚖 Transfer to hotel and enjoy traditional Kashmiri Kahwa on arrival 🍵
🛎️ Check-in at your hotel and freshen up 🧼
🌿 Visit Mughal Gardens:
🔸 Shalimar Garden – Built by Emperor Jahangir for Noor Jahan 💕
🔸 Nishat Garden – Known as "Garden of Pleasure" 🌼
🕌 Visit Shankaracharya Temple – Panoramic view of Srinagar city 🏞️
🛍️ Explore local markets for Kashmiri handicrafts and visit Shah Art Palace 🎨
🛶 Enjoy an evening Shikara Ride on Dal Lake covering Nehru Park, Golden Lake & Floating Garden 🌊
🌙 Return to hotel and relax for the night in Srinagar 🛏️

🗓️ Day 02: Day Excursion to Gulmarg – Meadows of Flowers 🌸🏔️

🍽️ After breakfast, drive to Gulmarg (55 km / approx. 2 hours) 🚗
🌲 En route enjoy scenic pine forests and mountain views 🏞️
🌼 Visit attractions like:
🔹 Kongdori 🏔️
🔹 Khilanmarg ⛷️
🔹 Alpathar Lake (subject to weather) ❄️
🚠 Gondola Ride (Phase 1 included) – Asia’s highest cable car 🚡
📷 Perfect day for snow play & photography (in season) 📸
🌇 Return to Srinagar by evening
🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar 🛏️

🗓️Day 03: Day Trip to PahalgamValley of Shepherds 🌄🐏

🍽️ After breakfast, depart for Pahalgam (Approx. 3 hrs / 86 km) 🚗
🌾 En route, visit:
🔸 Saffron fields 🌼
🔸 Avantipur Ruins – Ancient Hindu temple complex 🏛️
🎥 Reach Pahalgam – A top spot for Bollywood film shoots 🎬
🚙 Enjoy sightseeing to:
🔹 Chandanwadi, Betaab Valley, Aru Valley (via separate vehicle – time limited) 🌳
🐎 Optional horse rides to Baisaran, Dublin Waterfall, and more 🐴
🌇 Drive back to Srinagar in the evening
🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar 🛏️

🗓️ Day 04: Sonmarg Day Trip – Gateway to Ladakh ❄️🏞️

🍽️ Breakfast at hotel and head to Sonmarg (Approx. 3 hrs / 86 km) 🚗
🌄 Enjoy scenic beauty with lush greenery and snow-covered peaks ⛰️
💦 Visit sparkling waterfalls and mountain streams en route 🌊
❄️ Explore Thajiwas Glacier (via pony ride or local car at extra cost) 🐎
🌇 In the evening, return to Srinagar
🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Srinagar 🛏️

🗓️ Day 05: Departure from Srinagar – Journey Ends with Memories ✈️❤️

🍽️ Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel ☕🍞
🧳 Check out and proceed to Srinagar Airport 🚕
🛫 Board your flight with unforgettable memories of Kashmir 🌄😊
🙏 Thank you for choosing Hipsters Holidays! 💖

✅ Trip Inclusions:

🏨 Accommodation in well-rated hotels / deluxe houseboat 🛏️
🚖 All transfers & sightseeing by private vehicle 🚗
🛶 1 Hour Shikara Ride on Dal Lake 🚤
🍽️ Daily Breakfast & Dinner included 🥘
🛣️ Toll Tax, Driver’s Allowance & Night Charges ✅
🚠 Gondola Phase 1 Ride included 🎟️
🚙 Separate Cab for Aru, Betaab & Chandanwadi (Time Limited) in Pahalgam 🗻

❌ Trip Exclusions:

🍛 Lunch Meals
✈️ Airfare / Train Fare
🎫 Entry Tickets to Monuments / Parks
🐴 Pony Rides (Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonmarg)
❄️ Zero Point & Inner Sonmarg Sights (optional – local cab required)
⚠️ Costs due to weather-related road closures or landslides (chained vehicles to be hired at own cost)
🛍️ Personal Expenses – Laundry, Tips, Porterage, etc.
📍 Optional Adventure Activities

Trip Highlights

✅ Houseboat Stay with Lake Views 🛶
✅ Shikara Ride on Iconic Dal Lake 🚤
✅ Gulmarg Gondola Ride – Phase 1 Included 🚡
✅ Day Trips to Sonmarg & Pahalgam 🌄
✅ Mughal Gardens Tour 🌷
✅ Dedicated Private Vehicle & Driver 🚗
✅ Authentic Kashmiri Experience 🍛🧣