Floating on a postcard lake in one of Kashmir's famous houseboats is the way to see how this palace earned the name, ' The Venice of the east'

Water powered peddlers sell everything from saffron to paper Mache deer to the houseboat door, Ride a Shikara - a Kashmiri Gondola to the watery vegetable markets, and see the mountains mirrored in the lakes.

Holiday Planners can book direct a fleet of houseboats on Dal or Nagin Lake in Srinagar, Kashmir's Capital

The houseboats are grand with hand - carved furniture and rich Kashmiri carpets. A houseboat boy is always on call and three meals are served daily from a menu of Western, Kashmiri or Indian Cuisine.

Luxury living with the world's tallest mountains rising up at the back door.

Holiday Planners owns its own fleet of houseboats on Nagin and Dal Lakes in Srinagar, Kashmir.  Staying on one of these luxury houseboats is one of life’s most unforgettable experiences.  The houseboats can be booked directly with us.  Houseboats are excellent value for money as full board is included in the price.