Itinerary
Day 01: ARRIVAL DELHI
Arrive New Delhi Airport. Where you will be met, welcomed and transferred to your hotel, after fresh up and rest visit QutubMinar:QutubMinar is an excellent example of Afghan Architecture. The Minar is 72.5mts high victory tower, the construction of which began in the final year of twelth century by QutubuddinAibak and was later completed by his successor. It has been given World Heritage Site status,Lotus Temple situated atop the Kalkaji Hill. It is also known as "The Lotus Temple" due to its distinctive lotus shaped design in Marble. It was built in 1987 by the followers of Bahai faith. The temple signifies the purity and equality of all religions. Red Fort: Built by Shahjahan, the builder of Taj Mahal in Agra, The construction lasted from 1639 to 1648. Rajghat: The simple square platform of black marble marks the place where the father of the Nation, Mahatama Gandhi was cremated.Humayun's Tomb: Built by Humayun's widow, Queen Haji Begum in the 16th centuary, it is supposed to be the prototype of the Taj Mahal at Agra. Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.
Day 02: DELHI - AGRA (205 KMS)
Early morning Breakfast at the hotel. Later drive to Agra. Afternoon visit world famous Taj Mahalto see the architectural modern day wonder of the world, the incomparable Taj Mahal. This monument is a fine example of the fusion of many architectural styles is one of the wonders of the modern world. Built in 1652 by Emperor Shah Jahan. Agra the zenith of art and an enshrined romance. Taj Mahal a poem in white marble which took 22 years to build by 20,000 skilled artisans who inlaid the white marble edifice with precious and semi-precious stones. Agra town lives mainly in the past. Once the seat of Mughal rulers. Their passion for building endowed it with some of the loveliest buildings in the world.& the Agra city.
Day 03: AGRA -JAIPUR (235 KMS)
After Breakfast, drive straight to Jaipur and transfer to Hotel. After Check in Jaipur hotel take rest in Hotel. Evening visit to the fabled Pink City. Drive through the Johari Bazaar to the HawaMahal (Palace of Winds). Visit the various museums inside the City Palace and the ancient observatory, JantarMantar. Pay a visit to the GovindDeoji Temple, housing the patron deity of Jaipur. Evening free for shopping, etc. Overnight stay in Jaipur Hotel.
Day 04: JAIPUR
After Breakfast at Hotel, start your city tour visit Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City and Visit to the Kanak Vrindavan Temple in the valley of flowers. You can also enjoy the Elephant ride in Jaipur. Evening drive to Delhi, Overnight Stay in Delhi at hotel.
Day 05: Amritsar
Early morning board Swarn Shatabdi Express at 07:20 Hrs from New Delhi Railway Station, ea and Breakfast on Board, Train Arrive Amritsar Railway Station at 1325 Hrs. On arrival meet and greet by our representative who will take you to the hotel. Check in hotel. Morning arrival at Amritsar Railway Station , meet and greet by our representative and transfer to the Hotel, after fresh up and rest Visit the world famous Golden Temple, later visit Jallianwala Bagh and in the evening visiting Wagah Border (India Pakistan Border) for the retreat ceremony. Overnight stay at Amritsar Hotel.
Day 06: AMRITSAR - SRINAGAR (450 KMS)
Morning after breakfast drive to Srinagar 450 km / 12 hrs, evening arrive at Srinagar and transfer to Deluxe Houseboat. Overnight at Houseboat.
Day 07: SRINAGAR - LOCAL SIGHTSEEING (50 KMS)
Morning after breakfast visit world famous Mughal Gardens visiting the Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure) and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love). In the afternoon Shikara ride on The Dal Lake to enjoy the beauty that God has graced this city with which is often compared to Venice. You will get a view of some very interesting places around the Lake. Overnight at Houseboat.
Day 08: SRINAGAR - GULMARG - SRINAGAR (112 KMS)
Full day tour of Gulmarg which is one of the most beautiful summer resort in the valley. It is also popular for its golf course (in summer), the highest in the world and skiing during the winter season. Enjoy the splendour of nature and the snowy mountains. One can have Gondola ride (cable car) from Gulmarg to Khalinmarg In the evening return to Houseboat. Overnight at Houseboat.
Day 09: SRINAGAR - SONMARG - SRINAGAR (196 KMS)
Full day excursion to Sonmarg which is the most beautiful drive from Srinagar. On the way we stop at many beautiful spots. Continue drive to Sonmarg 2690 Mtrs (Meadow of Gold). One can ride on horse to visit Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the year and Sonmarg is known as Gateway of Ladakh. In the evening return to Houseboat. Overnight at Houseboat.
Day 10: SRINAGAR - PAHALGAM - SRINAGAR (186 KMS)
Full day excursion to Pahalgam 2440 Mtrs (vale of Kashmir) on the way visit Saffron fields, Avantipur ruins and Anantnag sulpher spring. Pahalgam is the most famous place for Indian Film Industry. Enjoy the nature charm of the valley. In the evening return back to Houseboat. Overnight at Houseboat.
Day 11: SRINAGAR DEPARTURE
After breakfast the day is at your leisure till we drop you at Srinagar Airport for your onward/Return journey.