Brief Overview

A proud capital of the state, Srinagar is a resplendent treat of sailing through the sparkling Dal Lake, a stroll through the gardens of Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh and seeking blessings at Jama Masjid and Shankaracharya Temple. Srinagar is undoubtedly amongst one of the best places to visit in Kashmir. Set amidst the scenic city, the Mughal Gardens, namely Shalimar, Nishat and Chashme Shahi Bagh are known for their exquisite beauty and flower arrangement. Built during the reign of the Mughals, these gardens are one of the prime attractions in the Kashmir packages.

Jammu And Kashmir

Region

Easy and Fun

Difficulty

3+

No. of Places

7

Duration

October to February

Best Time

No Age Limit

Age Limit

12,500 ft

The views from the top are worth climbing to an altitude of 12,500 ft.

Juda ka Talab

Get a chance to camp around frozen Juda ka Talab where was once a place for meditation of Lord Shiva

Sankri

Sankri is one of the quaint natives of Uttarakhand. The hamlet serves as the base camp for multiple Himalayan treks in Uttarakhand.


Travel Itinerary

Mughal emperor Jahangir is known to have referred to Kashmir as ‘heaven on earth’ and he was absolutely correct. Anyone who visits this beautiful state will not dispute this fact because they will be stunned speechless by the ethereal beauty here. Soaring mountain ranges, crisp cool weather, lakes and snow and so much more to see here and do that you will wonder why you didn’t come here before.

Kashmir tourism has seen its ups and downs over the decades and now it’s back in full force. Tourists are returning to the Valley with hope in their eyes so they too may experience a slice of heaven on earth. Jammu and Kashmir tourism begins in Srinagar and moves to Gulmarg, Sonmarg and Pahalgam along with Leh and Ladakh. Tourists can be found traipsing through the gorgeous Mughal Gardens in the evenings, while the Dal Lake is dotted with elegant shikharas cutting through the glass-like surface of the water as they transport visitors to another realm altogether.
For Travellers from DELHI Only

Option A : This option is a early morning journey from Delhi at 4:20 AM. Click Here

Option B : Train JAT DURONTO EXP from DELHI S ROHILLA at 10:20 PM to JAMMU TAWI or Similar trains with Night Departure. To know more view following Itinerary.

Option C : Opt-in for Srinagar to Srinagar Package. Click Here

Included :   DINNER | STAY
DAY 1   Departure from Base Locations

Travellers from Delhi will depart from DELHI S ROHILLA / NEW DELHI from Train JAT DURONTO EXP / JAMMU RAJDHANI with Train No. 12265 / 12425 will depart at 10:20 PM / 10:40 PM and will reach next day JAMMU TAWI by 07:10 AM / 05:00 AM.

Note : Dynamic Pricing is applicable in train JAT DURONTO EXP (12265) and JAMMU RAJDHANI (12425). Fare may increase at the time of booking. Learn More

Start your heavenly journey for Kashmir.

DAY 2   Journey to Srinagar

After reaching railway station get ready to start our journey to explore Kashmir.

We will start our journey to Srinagar.

Upon reaching check-in at Hotel and rest of the day is for leisure.

Overnight stay in Srinagar.

Included :   DINNER | STAY
DAY 3   Visit Sonmarg

After have a healthy breakfast and check-out, we will proceed to Sonmarg.

The route towards Sonamarg takes us on a picturesque countryside drive where we will come across rolling hills, green forests, clear water streams and blooming rice fields.

In the evening drive back from Sonmarg and transfer to hotel

Check-in to Hotel upon reaching and rest of the day is for leisure.

Included :   BREAKFAST | DINNER | STAY
DAY 4   Gondola in Gulmarg

Wake up and have a delicious breakfast in the morning.

Enjoy a picturesque drive to Gulmarg upon check-out.

Gulmarg is home to the highest 18 hole golf course of the world. On arrival, enjoy a Gondola ride own cost (Gondola ride is subject to weather conditions).

Gulmarg is one of the best skiing destinations in India and is known for its colourful meadows.

Overnight stay at the House Boat in Srinagar.

Included :   BREAKFAST | DINNER | STAY
DAY 5   Visit Pahalgam

After have a healthy breakfast and check-out, we will proceed to Pahalgam. Visit Mugal Garden and Local Sighseeing.

The enchanting beauty along the route to Pahalgam will keep you engulfed and engrossed with never-ending fun and excitement.

Visit the magnificent rocky valleys of Chandanwadi Aru Valley & Betab Valley , which are famous for shootings of various Bollywood Movies & Web Series.

Then we will leave for Jammu and will reach by late night and depart for Delhi via Train.

Note : The cost/fare of Horse Riding and Local Transport for above mentioned places are excluded.

Included :   BREAKFAST | DINNER | STAY
DAY 6   Start Your Return

After have a healthy breakfast and check-out, we will proceed to visit Some Local Sighseeing as per time.

Then we will leave for Jammu / Katra and will reach by late night.

Included :   BREAKFAST
DAY 7   Homecoming

Travellers from Delhi will depart from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station (SHMATA VD KATRA) with Train No. 12920 will depart at 8:35 AM and will reach same day to New Delhi Railway Station by 8:15 PM.

A goodbye kiss to the trip with memories in the heart. Looking back at the memories, We say goodbye to our new friends and look ahead to the next place to explore. Like our motto suggests you will take only memories and leave only footprints.

If we reach Karta early then we will not bear a cost of Accommodation. Hence, you have to wait at Railway station or make your stay arrangements accordingly.

Included :   BREAKFAST
Included :   BREAKFAST | DINNER | STAY
Trip Booking for

Jannat-e-Kashmir

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The dates mentioned above are relative to Katra (Base location to Jannat-e-Kashmir).
For booking of slots starting from Nov 19th, Nov 26th, and Nov 29th you will get a complimentary stay at Sankri while your return with no extra cost.
Triple / Quad Occupancy

14500

PER PERSON
*Dynamic Pricing is applicable on Couple Rooms as per dates. Charges may increase at the time of booking. Please complete booking process and add at-least two (2) travellers to reveal actual price as per dates. Below given pricing is costing for normal slots.

INR 5000* for Couple Room per Couple.
 What Do You Need for the trek?

Minimum 50-55 litres Rucksack with cover.

1 small Day pack.

Good trekking shoes that are oaky, so that you can have a comfortable grip ( strongly recommended).

Layered clothes, as when the weather changes in the mountain you can put on layers or take it off as per your comfortability.

1 Trekking Pole, to maintain stability and balance.

1 stainless steel lunch box with Airtight Lid, a stainless steel mug & a stainless steel spoon.

At Least 2 full sleeve t-shirts must be dry fit (Big No for cotton t-shirt)

2 trek pants must be dry fit with zippered pockets, so you can put your mobile, hanky or snacks (Big No for Jeans)

1 pair of Thermal wear.

1 Padded jacket or down jacket.

2 sweaters or fleece jackets.

1 rain jacket and 1 rain pant. (If you don’t have a rucksack cover then you can carry a poncho instead of a rain jacket. )

4 pairs of sport socks must be dry fit.

1 pair of woolen socks to keep your feet warm.

1 pair of synthetic hand gloves (For easy grip over anything or to keep yourself warm).

1 sun cap or hat, so it can provide you protection from sunstroke, headache, and dehydration.

1 woolen head cap/ balaclava, so that it can protect your ears from cold sensitivity.

1 woolen neck warmer or scarf to keep your neck warm.

Under garments according to your comfort but shouldn't be too many.

Sunscreen.

Toiletries like small size toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, moisturizer along with Toilet roll (As you’ll not be able to have a bath on trek so don't need to overload it with shampoos & other stuff.

1 pair of Gaiters (you can take in rent from our base camp)

2 water bottle (1 litre each)

Sunglasses with UV Protection, so that it can provide you protection from harmful UV rays or snow blindness (If you wear specs, then you can get oversized glasses which you can wear over your regular specs).

1 Headlamp, so that your hands can get free to do other things

Photo Id

Disclaimer and Medical Certificate duly filled.

 Inclusion

3 Star fully equipped accommodation in Triple / Quad sharing for 4 Nights (3 stays in Hotel and One stay in Houseboat at Dal Lake). Couple rooms are available at an extra charge.

4 Breakfasts and 4 Dinners are included in this package which will be a Vegetarian Meal.

Note : Backpacking Leader will be allotted only if there will be more than 10 travellers.

Transportation in Non AC Bus or Tempo Traveller.

Shikara ride at Dal Lake.

All Transportation Permits and Tolls along with driver night charges, parking chargers et cetera are included.

24/7 assistance from our trip leaders and online customer support where you can resolve any issue related to the trip no matter what day or time it is.

 Exclusion

Room heater charges are extra and it's not included in any of our packages. If you need one you can directly contact to Hotel reception.

Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Monument entry tickets and expenses on any activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary.

Any type of insurance including travel, health, and more.

Expenses of personal nature are not covered.

Any cost accurded due to any emergency / calamities.

If Tempo Traveller is unable to move due to Snowfall, Landslide, etc. then Barefoot Trekians will not bear the extra charges of small 4x4. Either wait till clearing or Pay for the extra service.

Food during travel and lunch is not included.

Any type of charges for Horse Riding, Gondola Ride, or Charges for vehicle of Pahalgam for Aru Valley, Betab Valley etc.

We would not be liable for theft or misplaced items.

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Other Details

 How to get fit for the trek

In case you’re just starting with a regular fitness routine, phase out your distance targets in the following manner –
  • Target completing 5 km in 40 minutes when you begin.
  • Gradually increase your pace by running 4 times a week and bring it down to 5 km in less than 35 mins.
  • If you are above 45 years and is comfortable with brisk walking, then target covering 10km in 90 minutes.
  • If you are somebody you prefers cycling over running, then try to cover 25 km in 60 minutes.

Strength – Target 4 sets of squats with 20 in each
  • This is another area you should work on.
  • There is a lot of trekking distance that you will cover in high altitude carrying your backpacks.
  • You have to walk on uneven terrain during the trek. It could be taxing for your legs. For this, strengthening your legs will help.
  • It could be taxing for your legs. For this, strengthening your legs will help.
  • You can do some squats to strengthen them. Start with 3 sets of squats, with 8 squats in each set and work towards reaching your target in 3 weeks.

Flexibility
  • Another aspect that will help you trek comfortably is flexibility.
  • For this, you can do some stretching exercises – stretch your hamstrings, quadriceps, hip flexors, lower back muscles and shoulders regularly.
  • On your trek, it is important that you arrive on the slopes with your muscles relaxed. Carrying a backpack, however light, can become a strain after a while.
  • These exercises will help you to be in good shape before the trek.

We in Barefoot Trekians believe that if you are fit nothing will be difficult for you.

  Terms & Conditions


  • We reserve the rights to rearrange to Itinerary to suit Hotel availability without changing the total number of days at each destination &without compromising on any service.
  • Meals at the accommodations or other services not utilized during the tour shall be not liable for any kind of refund from the tour price.
  • Due to unavoidable circumstances, if the company cancels the tour, the entire advance/deposit amount will be non-refundable.
  • Management will not take any other liability towards any loss/damage of life/property or any other belongings whatsoever of the tourist caused by any accident/theft/ robbery or any other unwanted happening during the tour.
  • All stays will be in triple/ quad sharing basis only. Double sharing as per availability with extra per night charges.
  • All guests must carry government issued ID Card.
  • Confirmation of physical & mental health before starting challenge/trek/tour with us. It is your responsibility to determine the ability to participate in any activity and any loss or damage caused during so.
  • Due to any avoidable/unavoidable reason you wish to leave the trip early, you will not be entitled to any refund.
  • In case of any injuries/illness on mountains during trip/activity. BAREFOOT TREKIANS as a company or our local staff will not be responsible.
  • Price DO NOT include:
    • Any cost incurred in route to & from the destination for personal expenses of traveler.
    • Meals (unless specified), alcoholic beverages, telephone calls.
    • Additional personal use of vehicle, any extra sight seeing apart from specified in itinerary.

  Cancellation Policy


No cancellations will be taken over the Call or WhatsApp message. Please forward the confirmation email that you have received at the time of booking to cancellations@barefootrekians.com regarding the cancellation. The Booking Amount is non-refundable. The Refundable Amount is the total booking amount minus Train Ticket Charges. Whenever IRCTC will refund us we will revert you the same minus Agent Charges.

Our Standard Cancellation Policy are as follows :
  • Cancellation 30 days before the starting date of the backpacking
    If you're canceling the trip and opting for a refund before 30 days of the Departure Date then only 25% of the refundable amount will be charged as a cancellation fee and the remaining sum would be refunded.
  • Cancellation between 30 days and 14 days before the starting date of the backpacking
    If you're canceling the trip and opting for a refund before 30 days to 14 days of the Departure Date then only 55% of the refundable amount will be charged as a cancellation fee and the remaining sum would be refunded.
  • Cancellation between 13 days and 8 days before the starting date of the backpacking
    If you're canceling the trip and opting for a refund before 13 days to 8 days of the Departure Date then only 85% of the refundable amount will be charged as a cancellation fee and the remaining sum would be refunded.
  • Cancellation less than 7 days before the starting date of the backpacking
    If you're canceling the trip and opting for a refund before 7 days of the Departure Date then there will be no refund. We won't entertain your refund query for the same.

  • You are not eligible for a refund if you fail to show up on the day of departure under the given timeline that has been provided to you beforehand. There would be no refund provided in case some problems occur due to government orders, harsh weather conditions, protests, landslides, or any other unforeseen circumstances.
  • On the occasion of any such happenings, we have a backup plan ready most of the time and we'll be moving onto that. There are times when we would have to cancel some activities mentioned in the itinerary but it's only due to the reason that we would be bound by a circumstance that is not in our control.
  • If a trip is called off at the last moment due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.) then the participants would be provided with a travel voucher for the same amount that can be used within 365 days of the issuance date for any package worth the Refundable Amount.
  • We don’t take any responsibility for the train tickets got stuck in RAC or WL status. Hence, no refunds will be initiated from Barefoot Trekians.
  • If a trip has to be aborted midway due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.). In that case, no refund would be provided.
  • Barefoot Trekians Pvt. Ltd. will not bear any extra expense due to any natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.).
  • Cancellations Policy differs for popular destinations and also during peak season, kindly confirm with your operator once.

  Covid-19 Safety Measures


  • Thermal screeningwill be done for all passengers at pickup location. Regulars screening of Hotel Staff, Guests, Drivers & Guides.
  • Vehicles used for the journey will be thoroughly sanitized before the commencement of journey.
  • Ensuring availability of sanitizer, masks & gloves during commute and at hotels.
  • Maintaining socialdistancing measures at hotel premises like restaurants, bars, lobby area etc.
Booking Information