Overview
The offbeat places in Kashmir are often located in secluded and peaceful surroundings. They are away from busy tourist spots. These places in Kashmir offer unique experiences that cannot be found in crowded tourist destinations. Tourists can experience the local culture, and traditions and interact with the locals, this tour is a mix of off beat locations and normal tourist popular locations. Enjoy the off beat as well as the famous tourist spots.
Itinerary
Meet your driver at Srinagar Airport and board the private cab for the transfer to Gulmarg. Gulmarg means “Meadow of Flowers”, It was discovered by the Kashmiri romantic poet in the 16th century who was inspired with its grassy slopes covered with wildflowers. In winter Gulmarg looks more beautiful due to heavy snow fall. And turns into India’s premier Ski resort in winter. Gulmarg has one of the best ski slopes in the world and the world’s highest golf course with 18 holes, evening free for leisure. Overnight stay in Hotel at Gulmarg.
After breakfast leave for ” Gurez Valley “ – Land of Dards/ShinsPart of ancient Dardistan (Land of Dard people), Gurez is a beautiful valley located in the high Himalayas of Kashmir. Once an important town on Slik Route, Gurez Valley is now tucked far away into a corner, visited only by those who want to drive to this land in their quest of exploring the unexplored Kashmir. With its remote location (bad roads making it even more difficult to reach here) and a population of only around 38,000, Gurez is a perfect destination in case you are looking for a hidden gem in Kashmir – Something off the beaten track, indeed!
After breakfast proceed for local sightseeing such as ( Habbakhatoon Spring – Kandiyal View Point – Tulail & Angaikot) overnight stay at Gurez hotel.
Early breakfast and proceed to Srinagar via Ganderbal and visit Wular and Mansabal Lake in the evening go for shikara ride at dal lake, overnight stay at srinagar hotel.
After breakfast leave for Sonamarg the name Sonamarg is derived from two Kashmiri words “Son” & “Marg” which mean “Gold” & “Meadow”, when put together it means “Meadow of Gold” The drive from Srinagar to Sonamarg is very beautiful as you will pass through some towns and villages, at many places you can enjoy the view of paddy fields with rivers flowing on one side.in Sonamarg you can visit Thajwas Glacier which is around 4Kms from Sonamarg a Local Taxi Or Pony Ride has to be hired (on your own Expenses) in the evening return back to Srinagar overnight stay in Hotel at Srinagar
Doodhpathri is a beautiful meadow with emerald grass that looks like a green carpet. A beautiful river dancing and reverberating with the wind flows in the middle of the meadow, lending it a splendid charm and vibrancy. The place looks very beautiful and pleasant. The green grass under the feet is really wonderful. Doodhpathri however is a recent inclusion in the Jammu Kashmir tourist map. This is the reason that the place is not overcrowded and not many tourists visit here. However, it has become a real hit among the local population, who find it a welcome step. The road from Khansahib area in Badgam to the Doodhpathri is not in a good condition.over night stay in srinagar
After breakfast leave for Pahalgam “Valley of Shepherds” Pahalgam is the most famous place for Indian Film Industry, pahalgam you can also visit Betaab valley (Betaab Valley is situated at a distance of 15 kilometers from Pahalgam he valley got its name from the Sunny Deol-Amrita Singh hit debut film Betaab. The valley surrounded by lush green meadows, snow clad mountains and covered with dense vegetation) and Aru Valley(Aru Valley is a small yet self-sufficient scenic village located 12 km from Pahalgam) or you can visit Chandanwari(Is situated at a distance of 16 km from Pahalgam, is the starting point of the yatra that takes place every year in the month of (July to August) A local Taxi has to be hired for these beautiful places and overnight stay in Hotel at pahalgam.
After breakfast leave for Dhaksum on the way you will be sightseeing Kokernag. Kokernag is also one of the Offbeat Destinations in Kashmir , Green glade fixed with falling crisp water springs – Kokernag; a name that actually means ‘Hen Shaped Springs’. Situated at around 80km from Srinagar, prepare to taste the regular excellence of this unique goal in Kashmir which will appeal to you with its entrancing charms. By evening you will reach Daksum , check in to the hotel. Night stay Daksum
Early morning leave for Sinthantop. Sinthantop Top is known for its beauty and wonderful tourist attractions. Sinthan top is the highest pass connecting Kashmirwith Jammu via Kishtwar. Daksum swathed in coniferous green forests is trekkers pardise. The curvy uphill drive from Daksum to Sinthan Top is pretty thrilling and adventurous. Sinthan top is popular for the 360 degrees view and yearround snow. The place is fast growing as one of the top tourist destination in Kashmir. Around 37 kilometers of snaky and uphill drive from Daksum, it offers an adventurous journey. The spot is emerging for mountaineering, trekking and skiing. After enjoying your day at Sithan Top return back to Srinagar. Night stay Hotel
After breakfast check out from the Hotel and transfer to Srinagar Airport to Catch your flight for your onward destination with sweet holiday Memories.
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