| Tour Information | |
| Total Duration | 18 Days / 17 Nights |
| Season | Mid-June to Mid-October |
| Special Features | Hill stations, Lakes, Monasteries, Villages, High Passes |
| Maximum Altitude | Tanglang La Pass (5329 m) |
| Region | Ladakh |
The Vale of Kashmir - Set like a jeweled crown on India’s map, Kashmir is a multifaceted gem, changing character with the seasons and always extravagantly beautiful. Poets have often described it as an "Emerald set in Pearls."
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi by international flight. After a traditional 'Swagat' (Welcome), our representative assists you at the airport and transfers you to your hotel for check-in. A guided tour of Delhi begins at 10:00 am, including Birla Temple, India Gate, President's House, Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar, and Chhatarpur Temple.
Overnight stay at the Hotel. (B)
Day 02: Delhi - Srinagar
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the flight to Srinagar, "Paradise on Earth." On arrival (1730 m), assistance at the airport and transfer to your houseboat/hotel.
Visit Nishat Bagh (Abode of Pleasure), Shalimar Bagh (Abode of Love), and Chashme Shahi (The Royal Spring) — beautiful Mughal gardens on the banks of Dal Lake. Explore Shankaracharya Temple for panoramic views. Evening at leisure visiting handicraft and handloom centers.
Overnight stay at the Houseboat/Hotel. (B,D)
Day 03: Srinagar - Gulmarg (60 km / 2 hrs)
Enjoy an early morning Shikara boat ride on Dal Lake, including the floating vegetable market. Later drive to Gulmarg (2730 m). Check-in at the hotel.
Gulmarg, the "Meadows of Flowers," offers lush green meadows, snow-capped mountains, India's highest 18-hole golf course, and the famous 2.5 km gondola cable-car to Kongdoori. Optional excursions to Khilanmarg and Alpather Lake are available.
Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 04: Gulmarg
Day at leisure to explore Gulmarg on your own.
Overnight stay at Hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 05: Gulmarg - Pahalgam (160 km / 5 hrs)
Drive to Pahalgam via Srinagar. En route visit saffron fields of Pampore and Avantipur ruins (1100-year-old Vishnu temple). Pahalgam, situated at the confluence of Sheshnag stream and river Lidder, offers lush meadows like Baisaran and scenic picnic spots like Hajan.
Overnight stay at Hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 06: Pahalgam
Day at leisure to explore Pahalgam.
Overnight stay at Hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 07: Pahalgam - Srinagar (96 km / 3 hrs)
Drive back to Srinagar and check-in at the Houseboat. Rest of the day free for shopping or individual activities.
Overnight stay at Houseboat/Hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 08: Srinagar - Sonmarg - Kargil (204 km / 7-8 hrs)
Drive via Sonmarg ("Meadow of Gold") with its scenic views, pine forests, glaciers, and trout-filled rivers. Cross Zojila Pass (3527 m) and proceed via Drass, the second coldest inhabited place in the world, to reach Kargil.
Overnight stay at Hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 09: Kargil - Lamayuru - Alchi (161 km / 5 hrs)
Drive via high passes Namikala (3718 m) and Fotula (4094 m). Visit the rock-cut Buddha at Mulbekh and Lamayuru Monastery (10th century). Proceed to Alchi, check-in at Uleytokpo Camp.
Overnight stay at Camp. (B,L,D)
Day 10: Alchi - Likir - Basgo - Leh (69 km / 2 hrs)
Visit Alchi Monastery and Likir Monastery with its 3-storey Buddha statue. Drive to Basgo to explore the ruins of the royal palace and Ser Zung Temple. Continue to Leh (3521 m) for check-in.
Overnight stay at Hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 11: Leh Monasteries
Full-day tour of Shey, Thiksey, Spituk, and Phyang Monasteries. Explore Leh Market, Leh Palace ruins, Leh Gompa, and Shanti Stupa.
Overnight stay at Hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 12: Leh - Chumathang - Tso Moriri (Korzok Monastery) (227 km / 9-10 hrs)
Drive along the Indus River valley via Chumathang hot springs and Sumdah village to Korzok village (4572 m). Check-in at the camp near Tso Moriri Lake.
Dinner and overnight stay at Camp. (B,L,D)
Day 13: Tso Moriri Lake (Korzok Monastery)
Day free to explore the lake, monastery, and village. Tso Moriri (8 km wide, 28 km long) is a brackish lake sacred to locals. Spot birds like Great Crested Grebe, Ruddy Sheldrake, Bar-headed Geese, and Tibetan Wild Asses (Kiangs).
Dinner and overnight stay at Camp. (B,L,D)
Day 14: Tso Moriri - Tso Khar Lake - Tanglang La Pass - Leh
Visit Korzok Monastery, drive via Puga Valley, Tso Khar Lake (4485 m), and Tanglang La Pass (5329 m) — the third highest motorable pass. En route, see villages of Rumtse, Gya, Miru, and Lato. Arrive Leh in the evening.
Overnight stay at Hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 15: Leh Sightseeing
Tour Indus Valley Monasteries: Shey (gold-gilded Buddha), Thiksey (30 m Maitreya Buddha), and Hemis Monastery. Visit Stok Palace and Museum.
Overnight stay at Hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 16: Leh - Delhi
Transfer to Leh Airport for the flight to Delhi. Assistance on arrival and transfer to hotel. Day at leisure for shopping or individual activities.
Overnight stay at Hotel. (B)
Day 17: Delhi - Agra - Delhi (220 km / 5 hrs one way)
Drive to Agra to visit Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and optionally Sikandra (Akbar's Tomb). Return to Delhi.
No accommodation. (B)
Day 18: Depart Delhi
Tour concludes. Caper thanks you for your patronage and ensures a punctual transfer to the international airport for your onward journey.
