Description

Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar

• Arrive at Srinagar Airport, where our representative will greet you.
• Transfer to a budget-category hotel in Srinagar.
• Check-in and relax for the rest of the day at leisure.
• Meals: Dinner at the hotel.
• Overnight Stay: Srinagar Hotel.

Day 2: Srinagar – Pahalgam – Panchtarni – Panchtarni Camping

• Early morning departure from Srinagar to Pahalgam Helipad (Approx. 90 km, 3-4-hour drive).
• On arrival at Pahalgam Helipad:
  • Security check and verification of helicopter tickets.
  • Obtain boarding passes and board the helicopter to Panchtarni.
• Arrival at Panchtarni:
  • The Amarnath Cave is 6 km away (~2-hour journey one way).
  • After darshan, return to Panchtarni.
• Overnight Stay: Panchtarni (Shared Tent/Shared Camping accommodation).
• Meals: Langar food (buffet-style, self-service, free of charge).

Additional Facilities (Optional, at Extra Cost)

• Trained Pony: INR 4,000 (round trip).
• Licensed Palki: INR 9,200 (round trip).
• Hot Water: Avg INR 50-80 per bucket.
  (Book Online from Ponypalki.com)

Day 3: Panchtarni – Pahalgam – Optional Sightseeing – Srinagar

• Board the helicopter from Panchtarni to Pahalgam Helipad.
• Upon arrival at Pahalgam, you may opt for optional sightseeing (available at additional cost):
  • Aru Valley: Known for its lush green meadows and scenic charm.
  • Betaab Valley: Famous for its picturesque landscape and Bollywood movie shoots.
  • Chandanwari: Starting point of the Amarnath Yatra trek.
• After optional sightseeing, proceed back to Srinagar and check-in at the hotel.
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner at the hotel.
• Overnight Stay: Srinagar Hotel.

Day 4: Srinagar/Gulmarg/Pahalgam/Kheer Bhavani Temple Sightseeing (Any One Location)

• Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
• Proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour to one of the following locations:
  • Srinagar full-day sightseeing: Visit Mughal Gardens, Dal Lake, and Shankaracharya Temple.
  • Gulmarg sightseeing: Enjoy the Gondola Ride (optional, at an additional cost) or relax in the meadows.
  • Kheer Bhavani Temple sightseeing: A serene spiritual visit to this sacred Hindu shrine.
• Selection can be made at the time of package booking.
• After sightseeing, return to Srinagar Hotel.
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner at the hotel.
• Overnight Stay: Srinagar Hotel.

Day 5: Srinagar/Gulmarg/Pahalgam/Kheer Bhavani Temple Sightseeing (Any One Location)

• Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
• Proceed for another full-day sightseeing tour to a different location from the above choices.
• After sightseeing, return to Srinagar Hotel.
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner at the hotel.
• Overnight Stay: Srinagar Hotel.

Day 6: Departure from Srinagar

• Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
• After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar Airport/Bus Stand/City.
• Tour concludes with sweet memories.
• Check-out time: 12 Noon.

Package Inclusions

Accommodation:

• 4 Nights in Srinagar (Budget Hotel) with breakfast and dinner.
• 1 Night in Panchtarni (Shared Tent/Shared Camping, heat & waterproof).

Helicopter Tickets:

• Pahalgam – Panchtarni – Pahalgam with insurance cover (as per helicopter company policy).

Meals:

• Hotel Stay: Breakfast & Dinner.
• Tent Stay: Langar Meals (Self-Service, Hygienic & Free).
• Hot Water Facility: Available on request for a nominal charge during tent stay.

Tent Stay Essentials:

• Free cot, mattress, pillow, and blankets.

Transport:

• Non-AC Transport from Srinagar to Pahalgam-Srinagar.
• Well-mannered driver for assistance (No tips required).

Sightseeing:

• Optional Sightseeing (at additional cost):
  • Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari in Pahalgam.
• Full-Day Sightseeing of any two locations (Srinagar/Gulmarg/Pahalgam/Kheer Bhavani Temple). Choice to be provided at booking.

Yatra Pass:

• Priority-based issuance to ensure a smooth pilgrimage.

Taxes & Fees:

• All toll taxes, parking charges, and other government levies included.

Package Exclusions

• Pony, Dolly, or Mule Charges (if required for trekking).
• Optional sightseeing costs for Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Chandanwari.
• Airfare: Your travel expenses from home location to Srinagar & back.
• Travel Insurance for the journey.
• Any items not mentioned in Inclusions.
• 5% Government Service Tax on Package Cost.