Grading
Traveller Ratings
★★★★★
Activities
- Walking
- Cycling
- Shikara Ride
- Paragliding
Accommodation
- 1 Night Houseboat
- 4 Nights Hotels
Meals
- 4 breakfasts
- 4 Dinners
04 Days From INR 12700
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SRINAGAR TRIPS HIGHLIGHTS
- Cycling arround Dal Lake
- Shankar Acharya Uphill and Downhill Cycling
- Shikara Ride
- Explore Mughal Gardens
- Paragliding
INTRODUCTION
Famously known as ‘Heaven on Earth, Srinagar is located in the union territory of Jammu & Kashmir, on the banks of river Jhelum. Srinagar is known for the stationary houseboats and gondola-type rowboats- Shikaras on Dal Lake. Adorned with tranquil Dal Lake & Nigeen Lake, Srinagar is the dream destination for honeymoon and family holidays.
The tourists use Shikaras to see attractions like the Floating Vegetable Market and the Mir Bahris – a lively community of people who live on the lake itself. In addition, there are a lot of houseboats that provide a beautiful and unique stay experience on the lake. Srinagar is home to some of India’s most exquisite Mughal-age gardens, with the top attractions being Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh and Chashm-E-Shahi Garden. It is also home to Asia’s largest tulip garden.
Kashmiri cuisine or Wazwan is famous all over the globe. So when in Srinagar, trying out the local dishes, which are rich in unique fragrant spices, is a must. Srinagar is also famous for the Kashmiri shawls, Kashmiri apples, and dried fruits (almonds and walnuts) from the Lal Chowk Market.
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WHY BOOK WITH US
- Pioneers in group cycle tours since 2007
- Stay at the charming Houseboats, Hotels and Camps
- Choose from a large selection of dates
- Our support vehicle is always nearby if you are feeling tired
- Flexibility to change the itinerary on tour if effected by weather or trail closures.
- Advisory :
•Before signing up for this tour, it is important that visitors produce travel and health insurance.
•One month before the start date, it is advised that the legs be exercised, in the form the regular
cycling. Avoid any rigorous routines. Along with this, mental fitness is also essential.
•The weather can be unpredictable at instances, so it is safer to take precaution and prepare for the
worst, in terms of clothing and rain/snow gear.
•The total distance of 510km includes navigable roads, although it can turn into dangerous, slippery and
sloping trails.
•Mountain bikes on rent are of mixed brands with a 21-shift gear system and are indeed the
responsibility of the riders. Any negligence or accidents caused has a price attached to it.
•The choice of hotels and camps are subject to availability at the time of booking. In cases that they
cannot be confirmed, a hotel and camp of a similar category will be booked.
•The RAP (Restricted Area Permission)/Inner Line Permit is required by all visitors.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Srinagar Altitude: 1,585m
A warm welcome from our associate at your arrival location either at the airport OR TRC. Acclimatization day: Besides the amplifying beauty of Ancient Srinagar town you will be Exploring Mughal Gardens (Nishat Garden, Shalimar Garden, Chashma Shahi & Pari Mahal in the evening. You will be staying at a Houseboat/hotel on the banks of Jehlum.
Accommodation: Houseboat / Hotel
Meals :Dinner
Day 2: Srinagar to Mughal Gardens (26.4kms) Altitude: 0 Elevation Gain 1300m
A sumptuous breakfast will be served in the beautiful Srinagar morning. An assistant will be examining your cycles for your Trip and will guide thereof.
In Morning ride towards most exquisite Mughal-age gardens, with the top attractions being Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh and Chashm-E-Shahi Garden and Pari Mahal.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Dachigam National Park and Astan Marg Paragliding Point (Distance: 45kms) (2,676mtr)
After breakfast we leave to for paragliding point, first we will cycle arround dal lake and we will explore dachigam national park, after visiting national park we will ride towards Astanmarg, clime around 5-6kms and reach paragliding point. In the evening return to hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Shankar Acharya Downhill (Distance: 20km) (2245 mtr)
After a scrumptious breakfast, you will start biking, Start riding uphill till Shankaracharaya Temple and in returen we can ride downhill throught to the mountain of Shankaracharaya.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals : Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 : Departure
After Breakfast Leave for the airport.
What’s included in the Price?
♦ Full vehicle support throughout (from arrival at Srinagar airport to the departure at Same Airport).
♦ Arrival/ departure 1-night Houseboat/ Hotel accommodation in Srinagar and 3-night hotel accommodation, double triple sharing basis unless specified.
♦ English Speaking Local Professional Cycling Guide and mechanic.
♦ Mobile Workshop for maintenance of bikes.
♦ Permits..
♦ First Aid.
What to Carry?
The trail is supported by car. You will need to carry only a light sack, weighing about 2-4kg for your personal items like passport, money and camera gear. The following is a list of the items you should carry on the trip. If you have items which cannot be used on the trip, you can store them at Sportive Vehicle or our hotel or at our office at Srinagar and take they back after returning from the tour.
Expend All
- Warm Clothes Like Scarves
- Hats, Mufflers
- Jackets, Gloves etc., preferably woollen (1 each)
- Jersey/Dry Fit T-shirts (4)
- Gel Filled Cycling Shorts (2)
- Biking Gloves (1)
- Raincoat (1)
- Shoes (2)
- Socks(4)
- Thermal Top (1)
- Thermal Bottom (1)
- Innerwear (4)
- Towel (1)
- Biking Glasses (1)
- Fleece (1)
- Bike Accessories:
- Headlight
- Tail light
- Bottle
- Phone Holder (Optional)
- Gel Based Saddle (Optional)
- Spares And Tools
About Your Leader
Our guides are one of our biggest assets and we pride ourselves on their level of quality and high standards. Once the trip reaches 8 people, we provide you with two of our expert guides to maximize your enjoyment and overall experience. You’ll know you’re in safe hands as all of our guides are certified in first aid and CPR and many of them are trained bike mechanics. They come from all walks of life but our guides have a common desire to give you the best possible experience, fun and lots of fond memories to take home with you.
What to Expect ?
Accommodation
Comfortable 3-star and 4-star hotels and Guest Houses all in twin/double rooms with en-suite facilities. All places have been carefully hand-picked by us, and their quality is regularly monitored. We have tried to choose accommodations that offer friendly service, clean and comfortable rooms and local flavour.
Meals
Breakfast and Dinner is included each day. Lunch you can enjoy the cosy restaurants along the way. Energy food/Drinks/Bars/Juices/Fruits/Bottled Water/ORS/Glucose/during the ride.
Introductory
The Srinagar is graded introductory. You will need a reasonable level of fitness and we suggest 90 minutes of cycling three to five times a week for the three months leading up to your trip. Some of the trail is on hard packed gravel, some is loose gravel which can be rough and uneven in places and there are plenty of hills. We recommend practice cycling up hills and on gravel before your tour, it will make the experience more enjoyable.
Srinagar Trail is Sealed Road. Most of these road are quite- back Roads. Cyclist need to aware about Traffic rules.
80% Sealed Road
Add On Options and Extras
- A supplement applies to members of a group who require a single room
- This holiday is NOT available for solo travellers
- Half-board meal plan
- Bike / rental
- Helmet rental
- Photography (Drone, Insta 360, Action Camera)
Bike rental
For this tour we offer rental of standard 24-gear hybrid bikes, 27-gear premium bikes. (Scott, Trek Brands)
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