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Tulip Festival in Srinagar is a grand affair of natural beauty where
flower beds are scattered upon several terraces. Your trip to Kashmir in
April 2021 would not be considered complete without visiting Asia's
most extensive Tulip Garden. This magnificent festival in Srinagar is
celebrated every year with full fervor and joy. The Floriculture
department organizers announced plans to plant 1.5 million tulip bulbs
of 62 varieties in 2021 Tulip Garden. The picturesque garden sprawls
over 30 hectares. In short, the Tulip Festival in 2021 will take your
breath away!
Starting and Ending Dates of Tulip Festival in 2021
Tulip Festival is hosted in Kashmir Valley during the onset of the
Spring Season. You can get ready to be a part of it in April 2021 as the
festival will commence from 3rd April to 30th April 2021.
Schedule
Day 1: Srinagar Arrival - Local Sightseeing
Meet & Assist at Srinagar Airport on arrival. Proceed and leave for Hotel. Complete check-in get freshen up and get ready for Srinagar Local Sightseeing covering -
• Nishat
• Tulip Festival
• Shalamir Bagh
• Cheshma – Shahi
• Dal Lake Boat Ride in the evening
Return back to hotel. freshen up and enjoy dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay in Srinagar
Day 2: Sonmarg excursion: 86 Kms drive 2 hrs one way drive pm return back to Srinagar
SONMARG : 87 Kms from Srinagar, 3 hours journey, 2800mts above sea level. It is called: Golden meadow” at the head of the river Sind with beautiful mountains and glaciers.Base for the treks to Harmukh range via Nichnai, Vishensar Lake, Gangabal and to Nara Nag . Also the Pilgrim route to Amarnath Cave , which can be done in one day from here. Famous for Trout fishing
Day 3: Gulmarg Excursion 56 Kms 1 ½ hrs drive Pm Return back to Srinagar
Gulmarg (Meadow of Gold) – It was discovered as a tourist destination by the British in the 19th century. Prior to that, Mughal emperors vacationed in the Gulmarg valley which is about 03 kms long and up-to 01 km wide. It is exquisitely situated in a pine surrounded basin of the PirPanjal range at an altitude of 2,730 meters above sea level and one of the most famous tourist destinations of Kashmir. It also has one of the world’s highest green golf courses with 18 holes, as well as a clubhouse, which is a history .
Optional Gulmarg Gondola
Gulmarg a prime location in the state of Jammu & Kashmir is about 55 Kms. from Srinagar, the capital of Jammu & Kashmir. At an altitude of 2,653 m., Gulmarg is exquisitely situated in a pine surrounded basin of the Pir Panjal range. Gulmarg or the `Meadow of Flowers' is a lovely blooming sight where an opulence of flora displays various colours with the changing seasons.
Gulmarg's astounding beauty, prime location and closeness to Srinagar naturally make it one of the prime hill stations in the country. Originally called 'Gaurimarg' by shepherds, its present name was given in the 16th century by Sultan Yusuf Shah, who was impressed by the sight of its green slopes embellished with wild flowers. Today, Gulmarg is not only a mountain resort of exemplary beauty - it also has the highest green golf course in the world, at an altitude of 2,650 m, and is the country's major ski resort in the winter
Day 4: Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds) Excursion 96 Kms 2 hrs Drive Pm Return Back to Srinagar
It is a resort set in a pristine village lying next to the Lidder River. Once a humble shepherd’s village with breathtaking views. now it is Kashmir’s premier resort, cools even during the heights of summer. It is situated at an altitude of 2,130 m above sea level and has a golf course at 2400 meters above the sea level. Surrounded with fragrant pine forests, the idyllic resort includes a golf course and spots for angling. The bubbling
Day 5: Drop to Airport
After breakfast at Pahalgam drive back to Srinagar Airport 2 hrs Drive
Note : Due to Security Reasons one have to report 2 hrs before the time of Departure