Jammu to Srinagar Drive
Our driver picks you up from Jammu for the scenic road journey to the Kashmir Valley, with stops along the way as time permits.
Our driver picks you up from Jammu for the scenic road journey to the Kashmir Valley, with stops along the way as time permits.
Visit Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh, check in to your houseboat and take a sunset shikara ride on Dal Lake. Tonight: candle-light dinner and a flower-decorated bed.
Places on this day
Nishat BaghThe largest Mughal garden, built in 1633 in terraces down to Dal Lake.
Dal LakeHouseboats, floating gardens and shikara rides in the heart of Srinagar.
After breakfast, proceed to Gulmarg, known for its meadows, snow-covered peaks, Gondola rides and skiing. In summer it is a favourite for trekkers, golfers and nature lovers. Keep yourself engaged with activities through the day.
Places on this day
GulmargHigh meadow at about 2,650 m: ski slopes in winter, flowers in summer.
Gulmarg GondolaCable car to Kongdoori (Phase 1) and Apharwat (Phase 2).
After breakfast, proceed to Sonamarg, a serene escape into the Himalayas. You can visit Zero Point by hiring a local cab, or explore Thajiwas Glacier on a local horse ride. On your return, stop at scenic spots along the Sindh River.
Places on this day
SonamargThe "meadow of gold" on the Sindh River, at about 2,700 m.
Thajiwas GlacierReached on foot or by pony from Sonamarg. Snow lasts into early summer.Drive past the Pampore saffron fields, the Awantipora temple ruins and apple orchards to Pahalgam. Evening walk by the Lidder River.
Places on this day
Awantipora ruinsStone temples built by King Avantivarman in the 9th century.
Apple orchardsThe road to Pahalgam runs past orchards. Apples ripen from August to October.
PahalgamPine-forest town on the Lidder River, the base for Aru, Betaab and Chandanwari.
After breakfast, drive back to Jammu for your onward train or flight.