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Honeymoon Kashmir Tour

Itinerary

Day 1 - ARRIVE – SRINAGAR TRSNFER TO DAKSUM

In time transfer to airport to connect the flight for Srinagar. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to Hotel at Daksum. Later, walk in the forests nearby Daksum forest. It is located at an altitude of 2,438m above the sea level. It is situated at a distance of 40 km from the main district headquarters and about 85 km from Srinagar. It is on the trekking route to Kishtwar. From here the trail leads to Sinthan Pass also called Sinthan top.

DAKSUM (8500 ft): A trekker's paradise (2 hours very scenic drive) swathed in coniferous forests, gurgling streams, hidden grassy meadows, where your only company is the sound of the gushing Bringhi River or an occasional shepherd tending his flock. Daksum is also famous for its trout - an angler's heaven. As you drive past the Mughal Gardens of Achabal, you will come across the picturesque Daksum Situated amidst the magnificent grandeur of the Kokarnag springs, it presents an awe- inspiring sight. Standing at an altitude of 2438 m in a densely forested gorge, Daksum offers peace and tranquility. The only sound heard there is that of the Bringhi River, rushing right through its center. Daksum in Kashmir valley is a must for those fond of walking and nature. A walk in Daksum will take you up to the hills enveloped in lush coniferous trees and past gurgling brooks. The simple music coming out of the flute of an unseen shepherd tending to his flock will keep you mesmerized. The landscape of Daksum is quite erratic. From the tree- covered hills, you will suddenly find yourself in grassy meadows serving as host to the sheep coming for pasture. The invigorating mountain air, the calm and serenity, the densely clad hills, all make the trip to Daksum a memorable experience. Then, there are the snow-capped mountains in the background that further enhance the beauty of this place. Hidden from view in a thickly forested area at a height of 2438 Daksum could belong to an era of the Lotus Eaters such is the leisurely calm and peace that pervades the air there but for the gushing of the Bringhi River that runs through it. Daksum is a place where you can revel in solitude and be one with nature. Pine trees; green meadows, clear gurgling brooks, fresh mountain air all promise to make your experience invigorating and long lasting.

Day 2 - TRIP TO SINTHAN TOP & KOKERNAG TRIP

After breakfast, leave for full day excursion trip to Sinthan top & Kokernag Park. Night stay at Daksum Hotel. The Sinthan pass connects Kashmir valley with Jammu Province through Kistwar. It is 12,500 feet (3,800 m) above sea level and is snow-capped for most of the year. It is located is 130 km south of Srinagar and 73 km from Anantnag and 48 km from Kokernag. Sinthan Top has no local population. Shepherds from adjoining places like Kokernag, Duksum, and may stay overnight in tents. Like other areas of the valley, Sinthan Top is known for its beauty and wonderful tourist attractions. Around 37 kilometers of snaky and uphill drive from Daksum, it offers an adventurous journey. The spot is emerging for mountaineering, trekking and skiing. Sinthan Top is easily accessible from Srinagar, almost 4–5 hours’ drive by car. Attractions like Kokernag, Dacksum and Achabal fall en- route the spot called '360 Degree View', one can see areas of both Kashmir and Jammu Divisions. Also the spot itself can be a great resting place for people traveling from Srinagar to Kishtwar or Doda and back. Sinthan Top is the South-East end of Breng Valley (The Golden Crown of Kashmir) and is 48 km from famous Kokernag spring one can plan to visit Lihinwan and the famous Margan Top in the Margan Valley and Inshan which are located in the same area.

Day 3 - TRANFER FROM DAKSUM TO SRINAGAR

After breakfast checkout from hotel & transfer to Srinagar for overnight stay. Today you can visit Old city Centre rest of the day at acclimation.

Day 4 - FULL DAY TRIP TO DOODPATHRI

Full day trip to Doodhpathri is a tourist destination and hill Situated at an altitude of 8,957 ft from sea level, and located at a distance of 42 km from Srinagar. Evening return back to Srinagar for night stay. "Doodpathri'' means Valley of Milk. It is said that the famous saint of Kashmir Sheikh ul Aalam Sheikh Noor din Noorani has prayed here, and once when he was in search of water in the meadows,to offer prayers, he pricked the ground with his stick to search water, and milk came out, he asked the milk that you can only be used for drinking and not performing ablution. Hearing this milk at once changed its state to water and meadow got its name DOODHPATHRI.The water which is at present flowing through the meadows looks like milk from the distance,and remains very cold throughout the year. The lush green grasses over the vast meadows and silver shining stream running over the large stones further increase its beauty. Doodhpathri is sloping grassy landscapes with a diversity of multicolored flowers up to Chang. The famous Tosamaidan lies in the west of doodpathri.

Day 5 - FULL DAY TRIP TO NARANAG VALEEY & TEMPLE

After early breakfast leave for full day trip to Naranag (or Nara Nag) is a tourist village of Ganderbal district, Jammu and Kashmir. It is located 06 km upstream from the Sind River & 50 km from Srinagar. Noted for its scenic meadows, lakes and mountains, it is a base camp for trekking to the Mount Haramukh 16,870 ft (5,142 metres) and Gangabal Lake or Gangbal Trek. The village lies at the left bank of the Wangath river, which is a tributary of the Sind River. The Naranag valley is noted for its scenic meadows. The village is a base camp for trekkers to the Mount Haramukh 16,870 ft (5,142 metres), the Gangabal Lake and Satsar (the seven lakes). It is also a base for the trekkers to Gadsar Lake, the Vishansar Lake and the Krishansar Lake, though it takes 5 to 7 days of trekking. There are also many other peaks and alpine meadows around the Naranag Valley. In the winters, Naranag receives heavy snowfall, during which skiing is practiced. The Naranag temple is the main attraction for the tourists. It is one of the important archaeological sites of the country. The site consists of a cluster of temples facing each other at a distance of about 200 meters. Historians say that the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva by the 8th century ruler Lalithdatiya muktadiya. It is believed that the king Awantivarman paid a visit and donated a pedestal for bathing at Bhutsher. Its architecture reveals the art of the 8th century. The government has only constructed walls to protect it from encroachments and nothing else has been done. It is now left in ruins of which only faint traces have survived. This temple has the typical Aryan structure as was present in Aryan Kashmir.

Day 6 - DEPARTURE

In time transfer to airport to connect the flight for onwards destination We can increase 01 or 02 nights at any tracking destination for small camping & hiking as per your choice.