Happy Valley, Super Switzerland of Asia, Mughal Emperor's dream garden and Emerald amongst the white pearls of the Himalaya are only a few of the many appellations given to the valley of Kashmir, over the countries. The Mughal king Jahangir, loved to such an ecstasy by the beauty of Kashmir exclaimed, "If there is a Paradise on earth, it is here, it is here, it is here". He was doubtlessly, enthralled by the valley's lust greenery, its abundance of flowers and fruits, its shimmering springs and translucent lakes. Unlike the other Himalayan regions, Kashmir has been traveler's paradise and holiday resort for a long time, probably one the oldest on the earth. Nestling in the lap of the dazzling snow-capped Himalayas, the Kashmir valley is undoubted a jewel in India's crown. An inspiration for so much art, music and poetry, Kashmir is also a honeymooner's paradise, a nature lover's wonderland and a shopper's dream come true. Over the years, Kashmir has come to love and looks after its tourists, fulfilling their every whim, Tourists are everywhere, soaking up all that Kashmir has to offer - the walks, the pony treks, the cable car rides over Gulmarg Resort, the Shikara rides at sunset on the Dal Lake. And once you have visited Kashmir, you will agree that what began as a dream moves on as an unforgettable experience.
Day 01: Delhi to Srinagar
Early morning you are welcomed by our representative at New Delhi International Airport, transfer to Hotel for rest till morning, on time you will transfer to Domestic Airport to board flight for Srinagar and on arrival at Srinagar airport and transfer to Houseboat at Dal Lake, free time for personal activities, Afternoon Lake rides by Shikara to visit Floating Gardens, Lotus Gardens, Char Chinar, Kaboter Khana (Pigeon Palace) and inside of the Lake. Dinner & Overnight stay at Deluxe Houseboat.
Day 02: Srinagar – Naranag
Leave Srinagar by jeeps and drive through picturesque village reach to Naranag, on arrival in Naranag Check in own Deluxe Tents. Naranag is the Village where you can visit Buddhist monastery & It is said that 3rd world conference of Buddhist was held somewhere around this place.
Day 03: Naranag - Gangabal Lake 19 Kms
Morning all trekking equipment’s will be loaded on the horses, and leaving Naranag towards Gangabal lake and easy ascending upto Poshpatri (The valley of flowers) than a gradual walking upto Trunkol, From here steep and difficult trek to Zagibal peak 4180 Mtrs. This is the highest and tiring pass on this trek where you can see beautiful view of the Gangabal Lakes and Harmukh peak, overnight in Tents.
Day 04: Gangabal – Around and small lake 5/6 hours Kms
Walk around Gangabal Lake and visit houses of shepherds the tribal people known as Gujjars one can do trout fishing in the lake, Overnight in Tents near the lake.
Day 05: Gangabal – Naranag – Srinagar
Leaving Gangabal on the way see Trunkol and Nunkol two small Gypsies villages than a steep descend towards Naranag. On arrival in Naranag offload all trekking equipment’s and load on jeeps then drive to Srinagar, which is 70 Kms & 2 Hours’ drive, on arrival check Deluxe Houseboat.
Day 06: Fly from Srinagar to Delhi to onward Destinations
Early morning you will be transfer to Leh Airport to Board Flight for New Delhi, on arrival at Delhi full day sightseeing of Delhi visiting Raj Ghat, Qutub Minar, Laxmi Narayan Temple and other Places with Market, in the evening directly on time you will be transfer to Delhi International Airport to board flight for Onwards Destinations.
Trek Inclusions:
2 Nights Accommodation in Srinagar
1 Night Accommodation in Naranag
2 Night Accommodation in Gangabal near the Lake
Accommodation on Twin Sharing Basis at all places
Hygienic Food (Tea/Coffee, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Sleeping Tents
Sleeping Bags
Kitchen Tent
Carry Mats
English Speaking Mountain Guide
Professional Cook
Ponies or Horses
Medical Kit
Pick up and Drop from Trek Points
Shikara ride for 2 Hours with morning and evening crossing
All Airport Transfers
All entrance fee as per itinerary
All inner line permission and Wild life Fee
All sight seen as per itinerary
All Applicable Taxes and Vat
Trek Exclusions: Laundry, Tips, Entrance fees for Delhi Monuments & Sight seen places, Drinks, Shoes, Entrance fees for Monuments, Jackets, Lotions, All Domestic & International Flight Tickets, Phone Calls or any other Personal expenses
What to bring: Good Jacket, Good Shoes, Cap, Torch and Rain Coat.
