Kashmir with Gurez Valley

Report at the Airport by 12 pm. Upon meeting the team at Srinagar Airport, we proceed on a drive through the picturesque "Saffron Fields" of Kashmir and Awantipora Ruins. Upon reaching Pahalgam, we check-in at the hotel and explore the stunning Pahalgam Valley and the renowned Lidder River.

After breakfast we will embark on an excursion trip to Chandanwadi, which marks the starting point of the Amarnath yatra. En route, we will come across the picturesque Betaab Valley, formerly known as the Hajan Valley. This valley gained immense popularity after the Bollywood movie, Betaab, was shot here, leading to its renaming after the movie title.

After having lunch, we will proceed to Aru Valley, located approximately 11 kilometers from Pahalgam. The valley is known for its breathtaking meadows and mountains and serves as the base camp for trekking to Kolahoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake. The village situated on the left bank of Aru River, a tributary of Lidder River, is also worth exploring. We will then return to Srinagar for an overnight stay.

Located 125 km away from Srinagar, Gurez can be reached after a 4-5 hour drive that takes you through the scenic Razdan Pass and offers breathtaking views of Harmukh Peak. Razdan Pass, the highest point (11,672 ft) on the route to Dawar from Srinagar, is renowned for its spectacular vistas of the mountains and valley. If luck is on your side and the clouds permit, you might even catch a glimpse of the towering Harmukh Peak, which is the highest peak in the vicinity. The Army Personnel at Razdan Pass can assist you in locating Harmukh Peak, which often appears behind the floating clouds.

Following breakfast, we will embark on a visit to the local town of Dawar, where we will delve into the customs and practices of the local people. Additionally, we will explore the Habba Khatoon peak, a pyramid-shaped mountain, and the Habba Khatoon spring. In the evening, we will return to the hotel.

During any free time throughout the day, we may opt for a spontaneous hike to explore the natural boundaries of the stunning Gurez valley.

As you proceed further towards Dawar, you will enter the Tulail region. Along the Kishanganga River, you will encounter several quaint villages, each boasting of mesmerizing beauty and captivating your senses. Typically, these villages consist of 25-30 households and are spread out over a distance of approximately 60 kilometers. On this route, Chakwali is the last village before reaching the adjoining Pakistan border. Other villages between Dawar and Chakwali include Barnoi, Shaikhpora, Puarana Tilail, Badugam, Hasangam, Baduab, Miru, Angaikot, and Gujran. Later in the evening, we will drive back to Dawar and spend the night there.

Following breakfast, we will check out from our stay and begin our journey back to Srinagar. We will visit Wular lake on our way back. Once we reach Srinagar, we will check in to a houseboat and proceed to explore the local attractions, which may include a Shikara ride. In the evening, we will return to the houseboat for an overnight stay.

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