Glimpse of India with Kashmir
Duration : 14 Nights / 15 Days
Destination : Mumbai – Varanasi – Agra – Jaipur – Delhi – Srinagar – Mumbai
Arrive at Mumbai airport where our representative will meet you and take you to the hotel. Assistance during check in process.
Overnight at the hotel.
Gateway of India, Mumbai
Breakfast in the hotel, later a sightseeing tour of Mumbai visiting Prince of wales Museum, Mani Bhawan, Gateway of India, Juhu Beach, Chowpatty, Hanging Gardens etc.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel, later full day free for individual activities.
Overnight at the hotel.
Early morning transfer to the airport to board the flight to Varanasi, upon arrival at Varanasi check in at the hotel.
Later an excursion trip to Sarnath: It is approximately 10 km from Varanasi. Sarnath is the place where Buddha chose to deliver his first sermon. The celebrated Mantra, 'Buddham Sharanam Gachhami', owes its origin to Sarnath. Visit Sarnath temple, Dhamekha Stupa, Deer park etc.
In the evening enjoy an Aarti on the banks of river Ganges.
Overnight at the hotel.
Early morning boat ride on river Ganges, later a half day sightseeing visiting BHU, Ghats, Bharat Mata temple etc. In the evening transfer to the railway station to board the train to Agra.
Overnight at the hotel.
Early morning visit Taj Mahal, "Taj Mahal", The Taj Mahal is the eternal of love, built in white marble by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his Emperor Mumtaz Mahal. A total of 20,000 workmen worked for 22 years to complete this magnificent monument.
Later visit Agra Fort also known as the "Lal –Qila", "Fort Rouge" or "Qila-i-Akbari", is the highlight of the city of Agra, then capital of the Mughal Sultanate. A symbol of power, strength and resilience, as it stands today in full glory.
Overnight at the hotel.
Fatehpur Sikri
Breakfast in the hotel, later drive to Jaipur enroute visit Fatehpur sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri is a fascinating ghost city built in the 16th century, 37 km from Agra. This historic site was founded by Akbar the great, who at 26 years did not have a heir. He went to a saint, Shaikh Salim Chishti who lived in a city called Sikri. His blessing gave Akbar 3 sons. As a gesture, Akbar built a whole new city in Sikri. It was built between 1569 and 1585 and was intended to be the joint capital with Agra, but was soon deserted because the water system could not support any residents. It remained untouched for over 400 years now and its palaces are a remainder of the extravagance of the Mughals.
Jaipur is also known as the Pink city as the buildings have a pink tint. It is a medieval city with stately Palaces, colorful bazaars (market) and Forts brooding over the city. Graceful women in swirling skirts, veils of red, orange and magenta, laden with silver jewellery, straight tall men in Turbans and lurching carts drawn by camels, do nothing to dispel the illusion.
Rest of the day free for individual activities.
Overnight at the hotel.
Morning visit Amber Fort and Elephant ride with guide. Amber, built by Man Singh, embodies the Rajput belief that the fort symbolises the strength of the King. Its commanding view, sheer walls and rock face, and the curved route that leads to the palaces within, all point to concern with security and defence. Afternoon proceed for half day city tour of Jaipur visiting Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, Albert Hall. Here you will see the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) with its incredible facade of balconies and pierced screens, the Jantar Mantar (the Observatory), and the City Palace Musuem.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel, later drive to Delhi. Upon arrival check in at the hotel, rest of the day free for individual activities.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel, later transfer to the airport to board the flight to Srinagar. On arrival at Srinagar, you will be met by our representative at the airport and transfer you to Deluxe Houseboat. 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.
Pahalgam
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.
Full day tour of Gulmarg which is one of the most beautiful summer resorts 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 splendor 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 13 : Srinagar – Sonmarg – Srinagar (168 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 to 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/Hotel
Day tour of world famous Mughal Gardens visiting the Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure) and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love), Chesh Ma Shahi ( Royal Spring garden) and Shankracharya temple where from you will have the fantastic view of the whole Srinagar city and lakes. In the evening return back.
Overnight at Houseboat/Hotel
In time transfer to the airport to board the flight to Mumbai via Delhi. Reach Mumbai and transfer to the international airport to board the flight to onward destination.
Our services end here for this tour…