Golf in Kashmir

Morning breakfast latter play golf at Royal Spring Golf Course, The most scenic Golf Course in a natural environment created against the dramatic backdrop of Zabarwan mountains at Chashma Shahi, the Royal Springs. These springs were the source of soft sweet water, prized by the Mughal Emperor Jehangir, around which he built an exquisite walled garden – the Chashma Shahi. The legendary garden overlooks the Golf Course which also contains four of the Royal Springs. Golf at Royal Springs, Srinagar is a truly transcending experience for the golfer and nature lover alike. Built in between year 1900 and 2000, and commissioned in October 2001 the golf course is considered the best golf course in entire India by many professional golfers. The golf course was designed by Robert Trent Jr. of America. The Royal Springs Golf Club carved out from the city forest on the foothills of the Zabarvan Hills. The course is a professional 18 hole, par 72 track that covers an area of 7089 yard and has hosted many international level golfing events. Afternoon lunch, later Shikara ride on Dal Lake visiting floating and vegetable gardens etc. Evening dinner at House Boat, Overnight at the hotel or House Boat.

Morning breakfast later play golf Royal Spring Golf Course. Later on time leave for Gulmarg. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Morning play golf at Gulmarg Golf Course – Redesigned by the famous golf architect, Peter Thompson, Gulmarg now has a 6,760 yards, par 72, 18 hole golf course. The highest course in the world, it also boasts of India’s longest hole, a par five, 610 yards. Unlike most of the other par-fives on the Gulmarg course, the eighth plays much longer than its 610 yards because of the uphill factor. The green course includes not only the pre-defined rivulets, streams and ponds, but also herds of sheep which eliminate the need for lawn mowers and keep the fairways in top condition. Afternoon brief sightseeing tour of Gulmarg – Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers). Gulmarg has one of the best ski slopes in the world. If weather permits one can also have the view of Nanga Parbat, the naked mountain that is over 26,000 feet’s and dominates the entire region, also enjoy cable car (Gondola) for mountain ride up to khilangmarg. Overnight at the hotel in Gulmarg.

Morning breakfast, later drive to Pahalgam (The valley of shepherds). En-route, visiting the saffron fields of pampore, Awantipura Ruins (1100 years old temple of Lord Vishnu built by the King Awantivarman), and enjoy the beautiful country side. Drive through the pine forests. Arrive at Pahalgam and enjoy Lidder stream. Later walk along pony trails with a magnificent view of the mountains.

Today day free for relax or enjoy one of our trekking tours. Overnight at the hotel.