Kashmir Winter Backpacking Trip

• The group will arrive at a rendezvous point in Srinagar early in the morning where a brief introduction by the trip captain will be provided.
• Upon our arrival, we’ll check into our designated Houseboat. Afterward, we’ll go for a local sightseeing tour in the afternoon.
• We’ll visit the Shankaracharya temple followed by a Shikara ride in the pristine Dal Lake which is considered to be the jewel in Kashmir’s crown.
• In the evening, we’ll have dinner followed by an overnight stay in our houseboat in Srinagar.

Note: The meeting point will be the Houseboat in Srinagar. The directions for the same will be given upon arrival. 

• After early morning breakfast, we’ll check out of our houseboats and head towards Gulmarg which is one of the most popular hill stations of Kashmir known for its snow-covered meadows and skiing slopes.
• Upon our arrival in Gulmarg, we’ll indulge in a Gondola ride that would lead us to Kongdoori Peak. Travelers can also indulge in adventure activities such as Skiing, Snowmobiling, Sledging, etc. 
• In the evening, we’ll head back to Gulmarg where we’ll check into our hotel. Dinner followed by an overnight stay in Gulmarg.

Note: All the other activities except the Gondola ride will be at personal expense. 

• After early morning breakfast, we’ll check out of our hotel and head for a sightseeing tour.
• We’ll visit the Drung Waterfall which often freezes in winter and becomes a breathtaking sight to behold.
• Afterward, we’ll head towards Pahalgam which is yet another beautiful hill station in Kashmir known for its picturesque snow-covered meadows.
• Upon reaching Pahalgam, we’ll check into our hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Dinner is followed by an overnight stay.

Note: Travelers can either opt for ATV rides or local cabs for visiting Drung. ATV rides would be at personal expense while the local cab is included in the package.

• After early morning breakfast, we’ll check out of our hotel and head for a sightseeing tour of Pahalgam.
• We’ll visit Aru Valley which is known for its scenic meadows and the Tarsar Marsar Lakes. We’ll also visit the enchanting Betaab Valley which is nestled between the Pir Panjal and Zanskar ranges of the Himalayas.
• Lastly, we’ll visit Chandanwadi which is the starting point for the Amarnath Yatra and is known for many snow activities like skiing and snowboarding.
• After our sightseeing tour, we’ll head back to Srinagar. 
• Upon our arrival, we’ll check into the hotel and retire for the day.

Note: Depending on the weather conditions, Aru/Chandanwadi gets closed during heavy snowfall and hence a visit to these valleys is subject to availability.

• After early morning breakfast, we’ll head to Yousmarg valley which is yet another gem hidden in the embrace of Kashmir known for its green pastures and pristine water bodies.
• After spending some peaceful moments in the valley, we’ll head back to Srinagar.
• Dinner followed by an overnight stay in Srinagar.

Note: If due to weather conditions, a visit to Yousmarg is not possible, we’ll visit Doodhpatri instead. 

• After early morning breakfast, we’ll check out of our hotel.
• The group will go their separate ways with fond memories according to their scheduled departures.
• Trip Ends.