Overview

Kashmir - Heaven on the Earth. When snow covers the mountains, enjoy skiing, tobogganing, sledge-riding, and so forth along the delicate slants. In spring and summer, capture undulating lakes and blue skies coax the mountains and valleys bring to the table.

Living in dazzling houseboats, water-skiing in the lakes or simply drifting are probably the most favorite activities tourists can enjoy. All these Kashmir has. Kashmir has been genuinely called as the heaven on Earth by the renowned Mughal ruler Jahangir. Make your astounding stay in Houseboat in Dal Lake, see the lovely shades of the blossoms in the patio nurseries of Kashmir, visit the valley of the Shepherds - Pahalgam, Gulmarg and Sonamarg.

Go for an excursion to Kashmir and reignite your intuition. Add Taj Mahal & Varanasi with Kashmir to make your tour the most amazing.

Highlights

  • See the Taj - One of the Wonders of the World
  • Visit Agra Fort and Akbar's Tomb at Sikandra
  • Enjoy the Rickshaw ride at Chandani Chowk.
  • Visit Red Fort, Lotus Temple, India Gate - Delhi
  • Enjoy shopping at Chandani Chowk - Delhi
  • Evening Ganges ceremony – Varanasi.
  • Early morning boat ride at river Ganges, Varanasi.
  • Visit Floating Garden, Floating Market - Srinagar
  • Enjoy Shikara Ride and capture carved wooden houseboats
  • Enjoy Skiing and Gondola Cable Ride - Gulmarg
  • See saffron fields of pampore, Awantipure Ruin - Pahalgam
  • Visit Mughal gardens, Nishat bagh, and Chashme Shahi – Srinagar.

Itinerary

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Day 02: Delhi – Srinagar (Flight)
Day 03: Srinagar / Gulmarg / Srinagar
Day 04: Srinagar / Pahalgam / Srinagar
Day 05: Srinagar – Delhi (Flight)
Day 06: Delhi – Agra (200 Kms / 4.5 hrs) 
Day 07: Agra – Varanasi (Overnight Train)
Day 08: Arrive Varanasi
Day 09: Varanasi / Departure

Details Itinerary

DAY 01: ARRIVE DELHI
Evening arrive at Delhi – Indira Gandhi International airport.

Delhi - is a city that bridges two different worlds. Old Delhi, once the capital of Islamic India, is a labyrinth of narrow lanes lined with crumbling havelis and formidable mosques. In contrast, the imperial city of New Delhi created by the British Raj is composed of spacious, tree-lined avenues and imposing government buildings. Delhi has been the seat of power for several rulers and many empires for about a millennium. Many a times the city was built, destroyed and then rebuilt here. Interestingly, a number of Delhi's rulers played a dual role, first as destroyers and then as creators.

On arrival meeting, assistance at airport by our representative and transfer to hotel. Where our executive will explain the travel plan in detail and hand over the essential documents (Tour programme, hotel’s vouchers, feedback report etc) to you. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 02: DELHI – SRINAGAR (FLIGHT)

After breakfast & checkout from the hotel transfer to airport to board on flight to Srinagar. Srinagar - Famously known as ‘Heaven on Earth’, Srinagar is located in the union territory of Jammu & Kashmir, on the banks of river Jhelum. As picturesque as the most stunning painting to ever be painted, Srinagar is known for the stationary houseboats and colourful Shikararas on Dal Lake.

 

On arrival at Srinagar Airport, meet & greet by our representative, then transfer you to hotel. After wash and change visit Mughal Gardens - that were built by Emperor Jahangir. Visit the Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh and other beautiful gardens situated on the eastern side of the dazzling Dal Lake. One can also enjoy shikara ride at Dal Lake. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 03: SRINAGAR / GULMARG / SRINAGAR

After breakfast at hotel enjoy excursion tour to Gulmarg situated at an altitude of 2730 meters. Enjoy walks in the lush green meadows of flowers having snow-capped mountains at the back. Later return back to Srinagar. Overnight at hotel in Srinagar.

Later return back to Srinagar. Overnight at hotel in Srinagar.

 

DAY 04: SRINAGAR / PAHALGAM / SRINAGAR

Post Breakfast we precede to Pahalgam, also called as “Valley of Shepherds” situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder River, Pahalgam (2,130 m) was once a humble shepherd's Village with breathtaking views. Now it is Kashmir's premier resort, cool even during the height of summer when the maximum temperature does not exceed 25C. Take a leisurely stroll or pony rides across these beautiful pinewoods to a place known here among tourists as Mini-Switzerland(Baisaran) or you can proceed for sightseeing of Pahalgam visiting Betaab valley, Chandanwari and Aru valley. Overnight at hotel in Srinagar.

 

DAY 05: SRINAGAR – DELHI (FLIGHT)

In time, transfer to airport to board on flight to Delhi. Upon arrival transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free to explore local markets at your own. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 06: DELHI – AGRA (200 KMS / 4.5 HRS)

After an early breakfast & checkout from the hotel enjoy city tour of New Delhi & old Delhi start from Red Fort  - from outside (Closed on Monday) -  built in red sandstone, Constructed by Mughal Emperor Shahjahan, Jama Masjid - India's largest mosque. Rajghat - crimination place of Mahatama Gandhi.  Laxmi Narayan Temple, Lotus Temple and Qutab Minar - the highest stone tower in India. India Gate& War Museum - This solemn monument was built in memory of the 90,000 Indian soldiers who laid down their lives in the World War Ist. Drive past the Rashtrapathi Bhawan, Parliament House.

 

Later in the afternoon drive to Agra. Agra, situated on the west bank of River Yamuna, Agra was once the flourishing capital of the Muslim rulers of India. Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire – giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat {seat of the Emperor}. Today a visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices, of red sandstone and white marble, narrow galleys and quaint buggies, and that irresistible charm that this favorite city of the Mughals still retains. It is not surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously.

On arrival, check-in at hotel. Rest of the day free at your own. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 07: AGRA – VARANASI (OVERNIGHT TRAIN)

After a relaxing breakfast, checkout from the hotel and visit Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday) - world's greatest monument to love. Emperor Shah Jahan built this pristine white marble mausoleum in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. who died giving birth to their fourteenth child in 1631. The monument looks amazingly graceful from almost any angle and took 24 years and 20,000 people to build. The close up detail of the Taj Mahal is as exquisite as the overall architectural design with semi-precious stones and beautiful patterns covering the marble surface. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

Day free to explore local markets at your own. Later in time transfer to railway station to board on train to Varanasi. Overnight in Train.

 

DAY 08: ARRIVE VARANASI

Morning arrive at Varanasi railway station. Varanasi situated on the banks of the sacred Ganges, Varanasi has been a center of pilgrimage and learning for over 2000 years and is considered to be one of the oldest surviving cities in the world.

 

On arrival, meeting assistance at railway station by our local representative and transfer to hotel. After wash and change at hotel visit Sarnath - After the Buddha attained enlightenment in Bodh Gaya, he came to Sarnath. Here in the Deer Park, he delivered his first sermon or set in motion the Wheel of Law (Maha Dharma Chakra Pravartan.) Evening see AARTI at river Ghat. Overnight at hotel.

 

DAY 09: VARANASI - ENJOY EARLY MORNING BOAT RIDE

Early morning enjoy boat ride to watch the sunrise over the Ganges when hundreds of people are worshiping & taking bath. Later return back to hotel.

 

After checkout from the hotel visit famous temples and Kashi Hindu University where more than fifty thousand students from all over the world are learning. Later, in time, transfer to airport to board your homebound flight with the happy memory of our incredible nation.





Note: This is just a suggested itinerary indicative of what could be possible. We tailor holidays for your specific needs. Contact us if you want modifications so that we could tailor a holiday to suit your need for an unforgettable India tour.

Inclusions/Exclusions

COST INCLUDES:
  • 06 Nights air-condition accommodation on Double / Twin share rooms at proposed hotels.
  • +01 Night in Deluxe houseboat, Srinagar.
  • +01 Night in Train (without breakfast)
  • Daily Breakfast (07) & Dinner (07) while staying at hotel from Day 02 as per detail itinerary.
  • Meeting and assistance services on arrival / departure.
  • Air – conditioned chauffeur driven vehicle (as per above) for city sightseeing, tour, excursion etc. as per above program.
  • Air – conditioned 2AC overnight train fare for the sector Agra to Varanasi.
  • Excursion tour to Pahalgam & Gulmarg while staying in Srinagar.
  • Early morning boat ride at river Ganges in Varanasi. 
  • English speaking local guides during the city tour of Delhi, Agra & Varanasi as per detail itinerary.
  • All parking, road taxes, government taxes and driver allowances.
  • Tour assistance throughout the tour.
  • All presently applicable Government taxes.

COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:
  • Any international and domestic airfare if it is not mention in cost inclusion.
  • Transport during free days / any optional tour / Entrance & Camera Fees at the monuments.
  • Personal nature Expenses i.e. Telephone calls, Laundry, soft / hard drinks, Lunch & Dinner, tipping etc.
  • Any Porterage services at Airport/Railway Station.
  • Any other expenses not mentioned above.

**Offered tour price, calculated on standard 4 star hotels, valid till 30th September and applicable for minimum 08 paying persons. Kindly contact us for your query, along with a total number of Adults (12+-year-old) with the total number of kids (5-11-year-old) and approx dates of travelling.

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