🌺 Blooming Paradise - A 7-Day Kashmir Spring Tour

Spring in Kashmir is a breathtaking spectacle of nature, with colorful tulip fields, lush green valleys, and blooming gardens. This 7-day tour takes you through the most scenic places in Kashmir, including the famous Tulip Garden in Srinagar, the meadows of Gulmarg and Sonamarg, the hidden beauty of Doodhpathri, and the serene gardens of Achabal, Kokernag, and Verinag. Ideal for families and couples, this tour offers a mix of nature, history, and leisure.

Destinations: Srinagar → Gulmarg → Sonamarg → Doodhpathri → Pahalgam → Achabal → Kokernag → Verinag → Srinagar

🌸 Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar – Tulips & Mughal Gardens

• Arrive at Srinagar Airport and transfer to your houseboat/hotel.
• Visit Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden (March–April only).
• Explore Mughal Gardens – Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh & Chashme Shahi.
• Take a Shikara ride on Dal Lake at sunset.
• Overnight stay in Srinagar.

🏔️ Day 2: Srinagar to Gulmarg – The Meadow of Flowers

• Drive to Gulmarg (56 km, 2 hours).
• Take the Gondola ride to Apharwat Peak for panoramic views.
• Explore Maharani Temple and St. Mary’s Church.
• Enjoy optional activities like horse riding and ATV rides.
• Return to Srinagar for an overnight stay.

⛰️ Day 3: Srinagar to Sonamarg – The Golden Meadow

• Drive to Sonamarg (80 km, 2.5 hours).
• Visit Thajiwas Glacier (pony ride optional).
• Walk along the Sindh River and admire the valley.
• Enjoy breathtaking spring flowers and lush meadows.
• Return to Srinagar for an overnight stay.

🌿 Day 4: Srinagar to Doodhpathri – A Hidden Spring Wonderland

• Drive to Doodhpathri (45 km, 2 hours).
• Walk along crystal-clear streams and green pastures.
• Enjoy a picnic by the riverbanks in this peaceful paradise.
• Return to Srinagar for an overnight stay.

🏞️ Day 5: Srinagar to Pahalgam – The Valley of Shepherds

• Drive to Pahalgam (90 km, 3 hours).
• Visit Betaab Valley, Aru Valley, and Chandanwari.
• Enjoy riverside walks, horse riding, and photography.
• Relax by the Lidder River, surrounded by blooming wildflowers.
• Overnight stay in Pahalgam.

💐 Day 6: Pahalgam to Achabal, Kokernag & Verinag – The Mughal Heritage Trail

• Drive to Achabal (58 km, 2 hours) and visit Achabal Mughal Garden.
• Visit Kokernag, famous for its natural freshwater springs and gardens.
• Explore Verinag Spring, the origin of the Jhelum River.
• Experience the historic charm and peaceful surroundings.
• Return to Srinagar for an overnight stay.

✈️ Day 7: Departure from Srinagar – A Spring Farewell

• Enjoy a relaxed breakfast with stunning springtime views.
• Visit Pari Mahal and Hazratbal Shrine (if time permits).
• Shop for handicrafts, Kashmiri shawls, and saffron.
• Transfer to Srinagar Airport with unforgettable memories.

📌 Tour Highlights:

✔️ Tulip Garden in Full Bloom 🌷
✔️ Shikara Ride on Dal Lake 🚣‍♂️
✔️ Mughal Gardens & Freshwater Springs 🌿
✔️ Scenic Valleys of Pahalgam & Sonamarg 🏞️
✔️ Gondola Ride in Gulmarg 🚡
✔️ Hidden Beauty of Doodhpathri 🌲
✔️ Historical Mughal Heritage Sites 🏰