Kashmir Off Route Border Tourism :

Travel Itinerary

• Day 1 – Srinagar to Bangus Valley : pick up from Srinagar in the morning and proceed towards Bangus Valley, an unexplored and upcoming tourist attraction of Kashmir, situated on the Pir Panjal range and known for its breath-taking natural beauty, including snow-capped mountains, lush greenforests, and a massive meadow. After crossing Chowkibal check post, check in to your river side swiss camp stay. Evening to be spent at leisure by the flowing river. Overnight camping at Chowkibal.

• Day 2 – day excursion to Teetwal, a border town on LOC. Explore the natural scenic beauty enroute and visit the bridge that connects India to PoK. Start early as you will have to cross Sadhana Pass enroute. While returning to your stay, take a detour and visit Bangus Meadow. Return to Chwkibal for overnight stay.

• Day 3 – time to check out from Bangus and proceed towards another LoC village Keran, separated from Pok by Kishanganga/Neelam river. You will be crossing the scenic Pharkiyan Top enroute. Check in to your homestay and after freshening up, proceed for a village tour in which you will visit Flag Point, India’s 1st post office, Kotwal View, Nanga Parvat View, Kubra View Point. Overnight stay at Keran.

• Day 4 : Keran to Lolab valley: After breakfast leave from Keran and proceed towards Lolab Valley, nicknamed the Valley of Love and beauty, formed by the flow of Lahwal River. Fruit trees such as apple, cherry, peach, apricot and walnut are common in the valley, which is also known as "the fruit bowl of Kashmir". You may visit Kalaroos caves & Satbaran, which is said to have once connected Russia to India. Over night stay in Chandigam, Lolab Valley.

• Day 5 : Lolab to Watlab : Proceed towards Watlab- offering you a beautiful view of the Wular Lake, stretching out as far as the eye can see. You may opt for Shikhara Ride on the cool waters of the majestic Wular Lake. The picturesque villages edging around the lake further enhance the scenery. Also adding a touch of color to the landscape, are the fields of paddy nearby. N/s at Watlab.

• Day 6 : Watlab to Gurez Valley : travel towards Gurez- famous for its beauty, its vast forests, pastures, and green meadows with a serene environment via Razdan Pass. Relax after reaching your stay by the river overlooking the Holy Habba Khatoon. Evening to be spent at leisure at your hotel or you may take a stroll down the market for a better experience of this valley. Overnight stay at Gurez.

• Day 7 – Gurez valley stay : day to explore the border villages of Gurez valley by a local union cab and enjoy its scenic landscape. The picturesque valley,hidden among the high mountains, was once the gateway to the famous Silk Road from Europe to Kashgar in China. The Kishanganga river (Neelum) and a must-see Habba Khatoon peak and spring will help you forget about the noisy city and its bustle. Places to visit : Sheikhpora, Habba Khatoon spring, Valley View Point. N/s at Gurez

• Day 8 – Gurez to Srinagar : after breakfast, we check out from Gurez and return back to Srinagar. Check in to your hotel for overnight stay. Evening to be spent exploring the market and taking a stroll down Dal Lake.

• Day 9 : Srinagar airport drop: your Kashmir Trip across the length and breadth of Kashmir valley comes to an end today. After breakfast, check out from your hotel and you will be dropped to Srinagar airport for your return journey back home.