Incredible Kashmir & Taj

(06 Days / 05 Nights)

One of the most sought after destinations in India for the natural beauty is Kashmir. With lakes and snow capped mountains and meadows it is surely a destination which surpasses all imagination one can have for Nature at its best. Tulip Gardens. decorated Houseboats, woolen carpets, Pashmina and craft of Papier Mache are few examples of Kashmir’s peculiar identity.

DESTINATIONS

Delhi

Agra

Fatehpur Sikri

Agra

Delhi

Srinagar

Delhi

Tour Overview

Day 01

Arrive Delhi

Arriving Delhi, you will clear customs and immigration. Leaving the airport, you will be met by our representative, holding a placard with your name on it in the arrival lounge. Arrival transfer to hotel. Assistance for check-in will be provided. After check-in overnight at hotel.

Day 02

Delhi - Agra

After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Agra. Arrive Agra and check-in into hotel. After check-in visit the sprawling Agra Red Fort which is surrounded by a 70 feet high wall.

Later on visit Itmad-ud-daula which has a special place in the chronicles of both history as well as architecture. This is precisely because Itmad-ud-Daula is the very first tomb in India that is entirely made out of Marble.

In the evening, head to Mehtab Garden for a unique view of the Taj Mahal from across the Yamuna river! Overnight at hotel. (Breakfast)

Day 03

Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Delhi

Early morning visit the Taj Mahal which is India’s most fascinating and beautiful masterpiece. The Taj is most enthralling in the quietness of early morning. This glorious monument is at its best under the early morning sun. It is the best time to click pictures as not only is the light wonderful but it’s relatively less crowded too. With the rising Sun the white marble changes its colour and hues and it is excellent for photography.After breakfast check-out from the hotel and visit Fatehpur Sikri, the first planned city of the Mughals and also the first one designed in Mughal architecture, an amalgamation of Indian architecture, Persian and Islamic architecture. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986.Later on continue drive to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and check-in into hotel. Overnight at hotel. (Breakfast)

Day 04

Delhi

After breakfast full day city tour of Delhi which is India's bustling capital city. Covering India Gate which is a famous war memorial at the east end of Rajpath. Alsovisit Gandhi Smriti. The residence of industrialist BD Birla has been converted into a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, where he used to stay during his visits to Delhi. Gandhiji was assassinated here on his way to offer customary evening prayers.Later on drive past President's House, Parliament House & Secretariat Building.

Later on visit Lotus Temple(Bahai Temple) which is the newest most extravagant architectural wonder of the Bahai faith, located in Kalkaji, south of Delhi. Then, visit the beautiful Akshardham temple. The grand, ancient-styled Swaminarayan Akshardham complex was built in only five years through the efforts of 11,000 artisans and BAPS volunteers.

In the afternoon Qutab Minar which is 72.5 m in height and has a mosque at the base. It is a magnificent structure whose construction started in 1199 by a Muslim King Qutab-ud-din Aibak (after whom it was named) and was finished by his heir IItutmish. Overnight at hotel. (Breakfast)

Day 05

Delhi – Srinagar

After an early breakfast check-out from the hotel and transfer to airport to catch flight to Srinagar. On arrival you will be met by our representative, holding a placard with your name on it at the exit. Arrival transfer to Houseboat.

After check-in enjoy Shikara ride on Dal Lake visiting floating and Vegetable gardens etc. Also witness walnut woodcarving and papier machie making demonstration. Dinner & overnight in Houseboats. (Breakfast/Dinner)

Day 06

Srinagar

After breakfast an excursion to the Mughal Gardens built by emperor jehangir. Also visit to the Shalimar Bagh & Nishat Bagh other beautiful gardens located on the eastern side of the Dal Lake. Overnight in the houseboat. (Breakfast/Dinner)

Day 07

Srinagar - Gulmarg – Srinagar

After breakfast you will proceed for a full day excursion to Gulmarg, meadow of flowers (56 kms /2 hrs) situated at an altitude of 2730 meters, full day at leisure to take the leisurely walks on the lush green meadows of flowers with a backdrop of the snow capped mountains. Also enjoy Cable Car (Gondola) for mountain ride up to khilangmarg. In the late evening come back to Srinagar. Overnight in the houseboat. (Breakfast/Dinner)

Day 08

Srinagar – Delhi (Departure)

After breakfast check-out from the hotel and transfer to airport to catch flight to Delhi.On arrival you will be met by our representative, holding a placard with your name on it in the arrival lounge. Car and driver will be at your disposal until departure transfer to International airport to catch flight back to home. (Breakfast)

All Trips Include:

Economy Class domestic flight airfare for Delhi – Srinagar sector.
Economy Class domestic flight airfare for Srinagar – Delhi sector.
5 Nights hotel accommodationon double occupancy basis.
Double bedded roomwith private bath or shower & hotel taxes.
Daily breakfastin hotel as mentioned in the itinerary.
3 dinnersas mentioned in the itinerary.
Air-conditioned Private Large Car with an expert driver as per the itinerary.
All transfersand sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary.
Fuel, Insurance, Toll Taxes, All State Taxes, All transport related Expensesand Driver Services.
Assistanceby our representative at the airport on arrival as per the itinerary.
City sightseeingin as mentioned in the itinerary.
Entrancesto the monuments & museums as mentioned in the itinerary.
Morning visit of beautiful Taj Mahal as mentioned in the itinerary.
One hour Shikara Rideon Dal Lake as mentioned in the itinerary.
Full day excursionto Gulmarg as mentioned in the itinerary.
All other excursionsas mentioned in the itinerary.
All taxesandservice charges.

Tour Cost Excludes:

– International Airfare. – Meals and beverages not listed in itinerary. -Movie/video camera fee at monuments. – Tips and gratuities. -Expenses of personal nature like laundry, telephone calls, portage etc. – Any other service that has not been included into “cost inclusions”.

Hotel Selection

City	Premium Package	Standard Package	Economy Package
New Delhi	The Lalit New Delhi	Holiday Inn Aerocity	Redfox Aerocity
Agra	ITC Mughal	Courtyard by Marriott	Taj Vilas
Srinagar	Vivanta by Taj Dal View	Meena Houseboat	Meena Houseboat

Tour Cost Excludes:

This tour is ex-Delhi. If you are arriving from a different destination, we can help you arrange the flight to and from Delhi.
An Ayurvedic Massage.
Early morning Yoga lesson.

Testimonial:

We did a two week Tour of Rajasthan, encompassing Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, and Udaipur with Pioneer Journeys Heritage Tours. Mr. Sharma arranged everything perfectly. The Drivers and Guides were competent and very obliging.

The Hotels selected, with some input from me, were all well up to our expectations. In general we were Very Happy with our Tour, and have no hesitation in recommending Mr. Sharma.

Mr. Hubert Reynolds & Friends
Toronto, Canada

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