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Matheran Hill Station
Mumbai - Matheran
2 Days / 1 Night
Breakfast
Train + Horse
Package Overview
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrive Srinagar - Arrive Srinagar (summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir at 1585m altitude in Kashmir valley), transfer to deluxe houseboat on Dal Lake or Nigeen Lake, traditional Kashmiri houseboat with carved walnut wood interiors, colorful carpets, comfortable bedrooms, attached bathrooms, living room, sun deck, afternoon Shikara ride on Dal Lake (traditional gondola-style boat, glide through floating gardens, vegetable market on boats, lotus blooms in summer, visit floating shops selling papier-m├óch├® items, shawls, jewelry, Ôé╣600-1000 per hour negotiable, sunset ride magical), evening walk on Boulevard Road lakeside, overnight houseboat|
Day 2:
Srinagar Sightseeing - Morning Mughal Gardens tour: Nishat Bagh (Garden of Bliss, largest Mughal garden, 12 terraces representing zodiac signs, chinar trees, fountains, Dal Lake backdrop), Shalimar Bagh (Abode of Love, built by Jehangir for Nur Jahan, four terraces, black marble pavilion, fountains, "Agar firdaus bar roo-e zameen ast, Hameen ast-o hameen ast-o hameen ast" - If there is paradise on earth, it is this, it is this, it is this), Chashme Shahi (Royal Spring, smallest Mughal garden, natural spring, terraced layout, Ôé╣50 entry each garden), afternoon Shankaracharya Temple (ancient Shiva temple on hilltop, 1100 stone steps or road to near top, panoramic Srinagar city and Dal Lake views, 200 BC origins), Hazratbal Shrine (white marble mosque housing Prophet's hair relic, on Dal Lake banks, peaceful atmosphere), overnight houseboat|
Day 3:
Srinagar to Gulmarg (52km, 2 hours) - Checkout from houseboat, drive to Gulmarg, transfer to hotel, Gulmarg Gondola ride, skiing/snow activities (as detailed in Gulmarg package), overnight Gulmarg|
Day 4:
Gulmarg to Pahalgam (142km, 5 hours via Srinagar) - Morning checkout, drive to Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds at 2130m altitude on Lidder River banks), en route visit Avantipur Ruins (1100-year-old Vishnu and Shiva temple ruins from King Avantivarman), Anantnag sulphur springs, reach Pahalgam, check-in hotel near Lidder River, afternoon walk along Lidder River, visit Pahalgam market (shops selling Kashmiri handicrafts, dry fruits, warm clothes), overnight Pahalgam|
Day 5:
Pahalgam Valley Excursions - Full day excursion to Aru Valley (12km, pristine meadow, starting point for Kolahoi Glacier trek, lush green, horses grazing, walking trails, horse riding available Ôé╣500-1000), Betaab Valley (15km, named after Bollywood film Betaab shot here, surrounded by dense forests and snow peaks, meadows, river flowing through, picnic spot, snow even in summer on peaks, Ôé╣50 entry, pony rides), Chandanwari (16km, starting point of Amarnath Yatra, snow point even in summer, sledging on snow, last motorable point, beautiful glaciers and mountain views, Ôé╣50 entry), return Pahalgam evening, walk to Baisaran meadows (mini Switzerland, 5km, dense pine forests, grasslands, horse ride or trek, panoramic views), overnight Pahalgam|
Day 6:
Pahalgam to Srinagar (95km, 3 hours) - Morning optional visit Mini Switzerland Baisaran if not covered yesterday, or walk to Mamleshwar Temple ancient Shiva shrine, checkout, drive to Srinagar, afternoon optional shopping at Lal Chowk, handicraft emporiums (Pashmina shawls Ôé╣5000-50000+ depending on purity, Kashmiri carpets hand-knotted, walnut wood carvings, papier-m├óch├® items, saffron at Ôé╣200-400 per gram buy from government emporia to avoid fakes), evening free, overnight Srinagar hotel or houseboat|
Day 7:
Srinagar to Sonamarg Day Trip (80km, 3 hours one way) - Early morning day excursion to Sonamarg (Golden Meadow at 2800m altitude), drive through scenic road alongside Sindh River, reach Sonamarg (meadow with wildflowers in spring/summer, snow peaks surrounding, starting point for Thajiwas Glacier trek 4km or pony ride Ôé╣800-1200 return, glacier at 3000m with snow year-round, sledging, snow activities, Sindh River originating from glacier), pack lunch or eat at dhabas, afternoon drive back to Srinagar, overnight Srinagar|
Day 8:
Srinagar Departure - Morning visit old city: Jama Masjid (Indo-Saracenic architecture, 378 wooden pillars supporting roof, peaceful courtyard), Shah Hamdan Shrine (Khanqah, papier-m├óch├® and wood work), walk through old bazaars, last-minute shopping, afternoon airport transfer, departure with "Khodahafiz Kashmir" (Note: Kashmir requires 7-10 days to cover properly, carry warm clothes even in summer for high-altitude excursions, permits required for Amarnath Yatra July-August, best season Apr-Oct, Sep-Oct for autumn colors, Dec-Feb for heavy snow and winter sports)
What's Included
- Hotel with breakfast, Toy train ride from Neral to Matheran (if operational), Horse/hand-pulled rickshaw for luggage, Guided tour to viewpoints (Louisa Point, Echo Point, Panorama Point, Charlotte Lake, One Tree Hill), Transfers from Mumbai to Neral
What's Not Included
- Lunch/dinner, Horse rides for persons, Monkey feeding, Personal expenses, Travel insurance
Best Time to Visit
October to May
Important Information
- Group Size: Maximum 15 persons per group
- Meal Plan: Breakfast
- Transportation: Train + Horse
- Guide Language: English, Hindi (other languages on request)
- Documents Required: Valid ID proof (Aadhar/Passport), Photographs
- Travel Insurance: Highly recommended (not included)
Note: Package details, prices, and inclusions are subject to change based on availability and season. Please confirm all details at the time of booking.
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