Tour Itinerary for 7 Days – 6 Nnights
Region: Kashmir
Best Time: June till September
Grade: Easy Trek .
Altitude Max: 3500 – 4000 Meters
Kolahoi Trekking Tour Package :
Destinations covered : Srinagar ,Pahalgam ,Aru, Lidderwat, Kolahoi , Srinagar,Satlanjan
Day 01: Delhi – Srinagar (Kashmir) (D)
After breakfast transfer to domestic airport for a spectacular mountain flight to Sgr located on the foot of Himalayan Mountains. On arrival, transfer to deluxe boathouse, which is anchored, on the famous Dal Lake for overnight. Srinagar, the capital of the state in Jammu and Kashmir is a crowded and colorful city. The people look different from those in the rest of India. The water world of the Dal and Nagin Lake are amazingly clear and the houseboats have been a part of Kashmir’s aquatic culture for centuries. Afternoon cruise on Dal Lake visiting the Floating Gardens, Lotus and vegetable gardens and back waters on the lake.
Day 02: Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar (B/L/D)
Today proceeded to Gulmarg, (Meadows of Flowers) which is one of the premier winter sports resort in Kashmir. At the height of 2591 meters, in winter period it offers a breathtaking view of the snow covered slopes of Alpharwat and Khilanmarg mountains, which provide playgrounds for every type of winter sport such as skiing, tobogganing, skating and etc. In summer, you witness the beauty of natural surroundings of Kashmir set out like doll’s village. Enroute stop, at villages to witness the country life of the Kashmiris. Take a gondola ride in this beautiful ski resort. (Optional).Evening return to Srinagar enroute visit old srinagar city ,dinner and overnight stay at hotel .
Day 03: Srinagar – Pahalgam – Aru (B/L/D)
After breakfast, start early for our excursion to Pahalgam at 2,400 meters. (Valley of Shepherds). The drive will pass through Pine Mountains and the cascading Udder River. Enroute visit Anantnag town the second largest town of Kashmir and Mattan Temple. Pahalgam is known as the take off point for treks in the surrounding Himalayan Mountains. After lunch, trek towards Aru, a gradual walk over the jeepable road of 10 kms. The entire route is wooded and rich pine towers above’ the green meadows. Overnight in tents. Today’s trek is approximately 4 hours.
Day 04: Aru – Lidderwat (B/L/D)
After breakfast at camp ,the trail ascends since the bridle track behind the village. The climb is quite steep in places until the trail reaches a small meadow. From here the track levels out through forest for 2 to 3 kms before reaching an alpine meadow that forms one at-the most picturesque settings in Kashmir. Gujar and Kashmiri shepherds .who are fully acquainted with trekkers populate the meadow. Continue until you are past the confluence of Udder- Tarsar–River.There after cross the bridge that leads to Lidderwat at 2900 mts above sea level . Dinner and overnight stay in tents.
Day 05: Lidderwat – Kolah0i Glacier Base – Lidderwat (B/L/D)
Today is a long day trek to Kolahi Glacier (3705 Meter) for approximately 8 hours. The trail is quite level by Himalayan standards, with few ups and downs until you reach the birch forests just below Satlanjan. .From here is a steep ascent towards the Kolahoi Base camp. Return to camp for overnight stay and enjoy camp fire at Lidderwat.
Day 06: Lidderwat – Pahalgam – Srinagar (B/L/D)
After breakfast resume the trek to Pahalgam and transport is waiting at Aru for drive back to Srinagar. On arrival enjoy the hot bath at Premium Deluxe Houseboat dinner
Day 07: Srinagar – Delhi (B)
After breakfast enjoy front porch of your houseboat and see the world goes bye and later transfer to airport for Delhi.