Pahalgam Tour Package

Pahalgam Tour Package

Pahalgam is a town located in Anantnag district in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is located on the banks of River Laddar at an altitude of 7200 feet from the sea level. Pahalgam is one of the five tehsils of Anantnag district and the headquarters of the tehsil are located in the main town of Pahalgam. It is associated with Amarnath Yatra that takes place every year in the month of July to August. The Amarnath Yatra starts from Chandanwari located at an altitude of around 2895 meters and situated around 16 km from Pahalgam. Around 11 km from Chandanwari lays the mountain Lake Sheshnag, at an altitude of 3574 meter and around 13 km away is the last stop Panchtarni. Apart from all this, Pahalgam is also famous for activities like golf, horse riding, trekking and many water sport activities.

It has to be Kashmir only. Embellished with oodles of natural marvels, Kashmir is a land of beauty and elegance. The exquisiteness of this hill station can be experienced at its best when you pay a visit to it, and we can help you in the same. We take you to all the famous tourist destinations of the place, be it the capital city - Srinagar, the Vale of Kashmir – Pahalgam or the Meadow of Flower – Gulmarg. So basically, from enjoying a house boat stay in Srinagar, to sightseeing tour in Pahalgam, to having some fun in the snow in Gulmarg,

Day 01: Arrive in Jammu - Patnitop
On arrival at the Jammu airport or Jammu railway station, drive to Patnitop and enjoy the evening at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 02: Patnitop to Srinagar
Today, drive to Srinagar and check in at your hotel. Explore the city. In the evening, return back and stay overnight at the Houseboat.

Day 03: Srinagar – Sonamarg – Srinagar
After breakfast proceeds to full day excursion of Sonamarg which is one of the most beautiful drives from Srinagar. Sonamarg also called Meadows of Gold is located at a height of 2692 meters. You may take a pony ride (at your own cost) to Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the year. Evening Back to Srinagar .Overnight Stay in the hotel.

Day 04: Srinagar to Gulmarg (60 kilometers / 1.3 hrs drive)
After breakfast proceed towards Gulmarg. Enroute you get to see the beautiful Tangmarg town and drive ahead on a scenic drive of 14 kilometers to Gulmarg. Arrive in Gulmarg early in the afternoon and check in at the hotel. Later, begin a short tour, boarding the Gondola cable car system (the 08 minutes ropeway). Descend back to Gulmarg after an hour and later indulge in some horse-riding. Stay overnight at hotel in Gulmarg.

Day 05: Gulmarg to Pahalgam (135 kilometers / 2 .5 hrs drive)
After Breakfast, we drive to Pahalgam via Pampore, Avantipura and the village of Bijbehara which remains famous as the bread basket of Kashmir. We switch from the national highway 1A at Khanabal and drive through the second largest city of Anantnag. From here the road turns scenic as we drive parallel on the Lidder River flowing from the opposite direction. In Pahalgam, check-in at the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Pahalgam

Day 06: Pahalgam to Katra
After breakfast proceed to Katra. On Arrival at Katra, check in the hotel. In Evening proceed to Mata vaishno devi Cave Darshan (trek of 14 km from the katra town), After Darshan Back to Katra. Overnight stay at Katra Hotel.

Day 07: Katra - Jammu Drop
After your breakfast, we will assist you with transfers to Jammu Airport/Station. However, on your way, you can make a brief stopover for Shopping and then for your onward flight/Train.

Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra
• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

By Air:

The nearest airport is Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport in Srinagar (Airport Code: SXR - 90 km / 2.5 hours drive via 4-lane NH-44 through Avantipur and Anantnag). Srinagar Airport connects daily direct flights to New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, and Jammu. Prepaid taxis, private cabs, and app cabs operate directly from Srinagar Airport to Pahalgam.

By Train:

Nearest Valley Station: Anantnag Railway Station (Station Code: ANT - 42 km / 1 hour drive) is connected on the broad gauge valley line to Srinagar, Banihal, and Baramulla.

Major National Railhead: Jammu Tawi Railway Station (Station Code: JAT - 255 km / 6 hours drive) and Katra (SVDK) are connected to all major Indian cities by Vande Bharat Express and Rajdhani Express:

• Regular taxis and shared cabs operate continuously between Anantnag, Jammu Tawi, and Pahalgam.

By Road:

Pahalgam connects via the scenic Khanabal-Pahalgam Road (KP Road) and National Highway NH-44:

• From Srinagar (~95 km / 2.5 hours): Smooth 4-lane highway drive passing saffron fields of Pampore, ruins of Avantipur, and Anantnag town.
• From Gulmarg (~140 km / 3.5 hours): Scenic mountain drive via Srinagar bypass.
• From Katra (~205 km / 5.5 hours): Smooth highway drive through the Banihal Qazigund Tunnel.
• From Jammu (~255 km / 6 hours): 4-lane highway drive on NH-44 through Chenani-Nashri Tunnel.
• State Buses: JKSRTC operates daily deluxe and semi deluxe tourist buses to Pahalgam Bus Stand from Srinagar Tourist Reception Centre (TRC).

Pahalgam offers an extraordinary collection of picturesque river valleys, alpine trekking basecamps, high altitude glacial lakes, and ancient stone shrines:

1. Betaab Valley & Lush Pine Forest Gorges (Bollywood Iconic Valley - 2,400m)

Named after the blockbuster 1983 Bollywood film *Betaab* starring Sunny Deol, Betaab Valley (originally *Hajan Valley*) is situated 15 km northeast of Pahalgam on the way to Chandanwari. Surrounded by snow capped mountain peaks, dense pine and deodar forests, and the sparkling blue waters of the Sheshnag stream, the valley features lush manicured lawns, romantic wooden footbridges, and mountain photo points.

Betaab Valley — Bollywood-Famous Mountain Valley with River Streams and Pine Gorges

2. Aru Valley & Kolahoi Glacial Trekking Basecamp (12 km - 2,414m)

Located 12 km from Pahalgam along the winding course of the Aru River, Aru Valley is a peaceful alpine village surrounded by green meadows, grazing mountain livestock, and rustic wooden Kashmiri cottages. It serves as the primary basecamp for multi day treks into the high Himalayas, including the *Kolahoi Glacier Trek* and the *Tarsar-Marsar Lakes Trek*.

Aru Valley — Scenic Alpine Village and Trekking Basecamp for Kolahoi Glacier

3. Chandanwari & Sacred Amarnath Yatra Basecamp Snow Bridge (16 km - 2,895m)

Situated 16 km from Pahalgam at an elevation of 2,895 meters, Chandanwari is the official starting point of the holy annual *Amarnath Yatra* pilgrimage trail. The valley is famous for its natural snow bridge across the Sheshnag River that persists well into mid summer, surrounded by dramatic snow ridges and snow sledding slopes.

Chandanwari — Starting Point of Amarnath Yatra and Natural Snow Bridge in Pahalgam

4. Baisaran Valley & Mini Switzerland Pine Plateau (Pony Trek - 2,400m)

Perched on a hilltop plateau 5 km above Pahalgam (accessible via a scenic pony ride or pine forest trek), Baisaran Valley is called *Mini Switzerland* due to its sprawling emerald green meadows surrounded by dense deodar forests and snow covered mountain peaks. Highlights include zorbing, zip lining, and panoramic views of Pahalgam town and the Lidder Valley below.

Baisaran Valley — Scenic Mini Switzerland Pine Meadow Plateau Above Pahalgam

5. Lidder River White Water Rafting & Rainbow Trout Angling (2,130m)

The roaring glacial waters of the Lidder River flow right through Pahalgam, offering grade 2 to grade 4 white water river rafting stretches (between Vargan and Yanner). The river is famous for brown trout and rainbow trout angling, with government licensed fishing beats and peaceful riverbank walking trails.

Lidder River — Crystal-Clear Glacial Mountain River for White-Water Rafting and Angling

6. Tulian Lake & High-Altitude Glacial Alpine Cirque (3,684m)

Tucked between the Zanskar and Pir Panjal ranges 16 km from Pahalgam, this high altitude glacial lake sits at 3,684 meters surrounded by steep snow peaks with chunks of ice floating on its turquoise waters even during summer.

7. Mamleshwar Temple & 12th-Century Stone Shiva Shrine (1165 CE)

Built completely in solid stone by King Jayasima in 1165 CE, this historic Lord Shiva shrine is situated across the Lidder River. Legend holds that Goddess Parvati created Lord Ganesha at this sacred site and placed him as door keeper (*Mamil*).

8. Pahalgam Golf Course & Deer Park Alpine Meadow Walk

An 18-hole high altitude green golf course situated in an alpine bowl at 2,400 meters, surrounded by towering deodars, wild rose bushes, and the Kashmir Deer (Hangul) breeding park.

9. Sheshnag Lake & Sacred Glacial Amarnath Trek Pilgrimage Halt

Located 27 km from Pahalgam at 3,590 meters altitude along the Amarnath Yatra route, this sacred oligotrophic lake is famous for its greenish blue waters and the mountain peaks resembling the hood of Sheshnag.