Come experience the new and the old Kashmir with us!
Kashmir's spirituality is deeply rooted in the numerous shrines built during the Buddhist, Hindu, and Islamic eras. These additions gave Kashmir's culture and heritage a new depth in addition to its historical and panoramic beauty.
Our tour will take you on a walk through the never-before-seen spiritual, cultural and artistic world of Kashmir in an unforgettable manner. Here's how we have planned the itinerary:
Jamia Masjid
The Jamia Masjid is one of Srinagar's prime tourist destinations and the largest mosque in the Kashmir Valley. The Mughal Emperor, Aurangzeb Alamgir, issued the instructions for its construction in 1672.
The Indo-Saracenic architectural style is evident in the Jama Masjid. The building is charismatic because of its magnificent courtyard and 370 wooden pillars. It has three entry gates on its north, south, and eastern sides, each of which has three turrets perched on a tall deodar wooden pillar. The mosque is big and can hold 33,333 people at once.
Monument seeing might make you long for some of the city’s scenic beauty, but we have taken care of it too. We will take you next to enjoy the traditional music at the nearby art museum, Bait ul Meeras.
Duration: 30 minutes
Point of attraction: Calm and magnificent space with Indo-Saracenic architecture
Bait ul Meeras
Bait ul Meeras is a historic house turned art museum, allowing you to soak in the rich culture and deeply rooted history of Kashmir.
The experience at this stop in our tour will begin with a cup of hot, freshly brewed Kahwa. The warmth, rich flavours, and hints of spices like saffron and cinnamon of Kahwa are sure to make your tongue tingle. It feels like a hug in a cup.
Once the taste of this delicious drink has settled in, you can join the locals lost in the rhythms and beats of the traditional music of Kashmir. An art form is perhaps the best way to soak in the beauty and truly embrace the culture, and this is exactly what we aim to help you achieve with this attraction.
Duration: 1 hour
Point of attraction: Kashmir’s one stop museum to find rich artefacts along with local drink and the catchy beats of traditional music
Budshah Tomb
Near Shahr-e-Khas bazaar, on the Jhelum Riverbank, is the archaic and historic Budshah tomb. The tomb is that of Kashmir's most charitable Sultan, Zain-ul-Abidin’s mother.
It is a unique and fascinating brick building constructed in the 15th century with five domes and is thought to be an extraordinary work of architecture. The Byzantine empire is said to have been the source of the building. The tomb is located in a calm and beautiful location and offers an aesthetic panorama of the surrounding areas from the top.
Duration: 15 minutes
Point of attraction: Unique architecture and a great vantage view of the city
Maharaj ganj market
The tour begins with a visit to the Maharaj ganj market. You will be taking a walk through the bustling classical bazaar here. The vibrant and magnificent marketplace showcases the long-cherished lifestyle of the locals. The route passes by antique coppersmith shops, vendors selling dry fruits and vegetables, spice stores, jewellery stores, embroidery studios, and countless teashops.
You will also get to witness the local craftsmen at work as you stroll across the street.
It is a perfect place to buy gifts for your family and friends. After spending half an hour in the market, we will move on to visit a nearby attraction called the Khanqah-e-Maula.
Duration: 30 minutes
Point of attraction- A rich, bustling local market
Khanqah-e-Moula
This place is perhaps the finest example of Kashmir's art and history. It serves as Sayyed Ali Hamdani's shrine and is Kashmir's earliest mosque dating back to Sultan Sikander's time, and is 600 years old.
This historical mosque serves as an outstanding example of Kashmiri woodwork and architecture and contains elaborate paper mache and woodwork patterns. Khanqah-e-Moula, a serenely standing structure along the Jhelum River, is a reminder of Kashmir's past through its architecture. This monument will leave you asking for more architectural grandeur.
Duration: 15 minutes
Point of attraction: Unique Kashmiri woodwork architecture
Kashmir Trout for lunch
This is perhaps the most awaited and most exciting part of our tour - the culinary delights! We highly recommend you give us a chance and let our fellow Kashmiris serve you the most tender, flavorful trout dish you have ever tasted.
This meal is made with freshly caught fish and cooked to perfection, allowing you to experience the town not only with your eyes but also with your tongue.
Once we have regained our energy, the bus will take us to the holy shrine of Kashmir, Gurdwara Chatti Patshahi.
Duration: 1 hour
Points of attraction: Delicious, freshly cooked Kashmiri trout
Gurdwara Chatti Patshahi
The Sikhs of Kashmir revere this as their holiest shrine. This gurudwara has a long history. and is thought to have been the location wherein Guru Hargobind Ji, the sixth guru of the Sikh religion, took a short break during his time in Kashmir. It is situated in Srinagar's Kathi Darwaza neighbourhood. It is a spot worth visiting for everyone to show respect. Our tour guides will tell you all about the special stories of this Gurudwara.
Duration: 15 minutes
Point of attraction: Serenity and calmness with interesting tales.
Hari Parbat Fort
Locally, this fort is known as Koh-I-Maran. It is well-known for its Mughal grandeur and offers sweeping views of the entire city of Srinagar. The drive to this fort is through a tranquil jungle with almond blossoms and trees enveloping you.
The finest panoramic view of the entire city of Srinagar is available from the top. You will be in awe at the fort's structure, located at the summit of the hill. You may also explore Kashmir's most diverse past and history, which is another wonderful aspect of the fort and its environs.
Makhdoom Sahib, a well-known Kashmiri shrine, is located on the flank of this fort hill. You are sure to admire the architecture of this Sufi shrine as well as the peace you will find there. Lastly, from inside this fort, we will take you to the beautifully designed Sharika Devi Temple.
Duration: 45 minutes
Point of attraction: Gorgeous top views of the city, a grand Mughal fort and a serene Kashmiri shrine
Sharika Devi Temple
Located on the west side of the Hari Parvat in the city of Srinagar, The Sharika Devi Temple is not to be missed. The temple was built in dedication to the goddess Sharika Jagadamba Bhagwati, a manifestation of Maa Durga. The 18-armed idol within the temple is revered by Hindu adherents as Srinagar's presiding deity.
Duration: 15 minutes
Point of attraction: A closer look at Hinduism in Kashmir