Overview
West Bengal, a land of cultural richness and natural beauty, offers a perfect blend of history, heritage, and scenic landscapes. From the misty hills of Darjeeling to the serene beaches of Digha, the state is a paradise for travelers. Kolkata, the cultural capital, captivates visitors with its colonial architecture, bustling markets, and delectable cuisine. The mystical Sundarbans, home to the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger, showcases nature at its finest. For history lovers, Murshidabad and Bishnupur present a glimpse into Bengal’s glorious past. Whether you seek adventure, heritage, or relaxation, West Bengal has something special for every traveler.
Included
- Breakfast and Dinner
- Hotel Accommodation
- Sedan for transfers
- Govt. tolls and taxes
- Car parking charges
- Welcome drink/tea
- Wi-Fi
- 01 Hour Shikara Ride in Dal Lake
- Lunch
- Airfare
- Personal Expenses like Telephone, Fax, Internet, Laundry, etc.
- Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, room service, insurance, wine, boating charge Guide / Entrance fees, porters, palanquins or Ponies
- Additional trips in Pahalgam and Sonamarg
- Gum boots and jackets in Gulmarg
Tour Plan
- On arrival at Srinagar, get welcomed by our representative who will help you get transferred to the hotel. By evening, visit Zero bridge.
- Dinner and overnight stay in @ Srinagar
- After breakfast, visit Shankaracharya temple & proceed to Gulmarg. It is the land of Meadows and has the best Ski-slopes in the world. After that you will leave for Gondola ride in the highest cable car corporation in the world.
- Gondola ride Kongdoori Phase 1 and Apharwat peak Phase 2.
- At Kongdoori, you can have all types of snow activities like Skying, Sledging and Jet Ski.
- Dinner & overnight stay @ Srinagar.
- After breakfast, proceed to Sonmarg (Golden Meadow). Sonmarg lies in Sind Valley streamed with flowers and surrounded by mountains. Sonmarg is also the base for some interesting treks to the high altitude of Himalayan Lakes.
- Enjoy horse riding upto Thajiwas glacier and sledge riding on snow (on direct payment).
- Dinner and Overnight Stay @ Sonmarg.
- After Breakfast, Check-out from hotel and proceed to Pahalgam (The valley of shepherds).
- By 10:00 am,visit Shankaracharya temple
- After lunch, shopping at Lethipora and proceed to Pahalgam.
- En-route, visit the saffron fields of pampore, Awantipura Ruins (1100 years old temple of Lord Vishnu built by the King Awantipura), and enjoy the beautiful countryside. Drive through the pine forests. Arrive at Pahalgam and enjoy Lidder stream. Later walk along pony trails with a magnificent view of the mountains. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel.
- Dinner and overnight @ Pahalgam.
- After Breakfast get ready to Aru Valley /Betaab valley /Chandanwadi (cab cost not included) to turn your Pahalgam tour into a life-long memory.
- Aru is basically a vast grassland that is surrounded by a narrow valley or ravine on one side.
- Betaab Valley"(4 km) is the place where the famous movie Betaab was shot. Ponies can be hired to his stream and forest bound by many popular trees.
- On the way to Chandanwari from Pahalgam is an idyllic spot for a picnic. Film goers will recognize it instantly as it has been the location of several movie scenes.
- Later proceed to Sightseeing Tour to world famous Mughal gardens including: Shalimar, Nishat, botanical gardens, Chesmashahi, Parimahal & famous Hazratbal. All the gardens are situated on the banks of the Dal Lake with the Zabarwan hills in the background.
- Dinner and Overnight Stay @ Houseboat.
- After breakfast, Check-out and proceed for sightseeing.
- 9:30 AM: Shikara Ride
- A Shikhara is a traditional Gondola type light rowing boat which is mostly seen on the pristine Dal Lake, apart from other lakes. Along with the houseboats, it is also considered to be a cultural symbol.
- But even apart from leisure and tourism purposes, the shikhara is also used by the locals for seaweed harvesting, fishing and transportation. To watch these beautifully decorated boats glide serenely on the lake is a treat to the eyes
- Shopping, Lunch and Drop @ airport
- Explore the local Market that is famous for Paper mache work, Walnut wood carved articles, Kashmiri handicrafts, traditional Dongra Jewellery, dry fruits and indulge in some quick shopping.
- Local handicraft showroom for hand - knotted especially silken shawls, carpet and Jewellery ornaments.
- Get dropped at the airport by 4:15 – 4:30 pm. .
- Your trip ends here.
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Max Guests
50
Min Age
12+
