Delhi Agra Rajasthan And Srinagar Tour

India’s Golden Triangle is a tourist circuit which includes: Delhi, Agra (including the Taj Mahal), and Jaipur. These trips usually last 5 or 6 days and do the trip as a circuit starting and ending in Delhi.Golden Triangle is now a well travelled route it is rightly so, hosting many of India’s great cultural gems, and providing a good spectrum of the country’s different landscapes.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Delhi

DEPARTURE TIME

Please arrive at least 2 hours before the flight.

INCLUDED

Assistance on arrival & departure	Accommodation twins/double sharing basis as per hotel list given below.
Daily Buffet breakfast	Transportation for transfers & sightseeing by Air conditioned Indigo (Semi large car)
Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax, parking charges and Service Tax as per government.	Monument entrance.
Elephant ride at amber fort, Jaipur.

NOT INCLUDED

Video camera fee	Any personal expenses like laundry, telephone & beverages
International Airfare	Any type TIPS to driver/helper/hotel etc.
Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions	Travel Insurance
Visa	Extra meal other than breakfast.
International/domestic flight.	Service of Local English speaking guide as per the program above.

Most tourists fly to Delhi; travel southwards to the site of the famous Taj Mahal at Agra, then west, to the desert landscapes of Rajasthan, including the city of Jaipur. These three cities are extremely popular as tourist destinations among the foreign tourists visiting India as well as among the natives.

DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN DELHI

On arrival welcome at Indian Capital with the Indian tradition tikka and garland. You will be received on arrival at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Our representative will hand you our India travel kit that contains all your hotel and transport vouchers, air/rail tickets, a welcome letter by me and a list of do’ s and don’t s while travelling in India. Overnight stay at pre-booked hotel.

Delhi – officially the National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT) that includes the Indian capital; is the second largest metropolis of India after Mumbai. With the population of 16.7 million in 2011, the city is the 2nd most populous metropolis in India and 8th most populous metropolis in the world

DAY 02: DRIVE FROM DELHI TO AGRA 203 KMS/ 4HRS

Post breakfast drive to Agra .On arrival at Agra check into the hotel. After lunch visit Tajmahal and Red fort. Evening free to explore market. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Meals: – Breakfast only
Agra -Agra’s history is largely recognized with Mughal Empire, the place was established much before it and has linkages since Mahabharat period and Mahirshi Angira in 1000 BC. It is generally accepted that Sultan Sikandar Lodī, the Ruler of the Delhi Sultanate founded Agra in the year 1504.

DAY 03: AGRA-FATEHPUR SIKRI -JAIPUR 236 KMS/5 HRS

After breakfast drive to the ‘Pink city’ of Rajputs- Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri, which is known as the capital city of Emperor Akbar.
Visit Fatehpur sikri then drive to Jaipur. On arrival check in to hotel. Overnight stay in Hotel. Meals: Breakfast only.

Fatehpur Sikari-Akbar took a great interest in the building of Fatehpur Sikri and probably also dictated its architectural style. Seeking to revive the splendours of Persian court ceremonial made famous by his ancestor Timur, Akbar planned the complex on Persian principles. But the influences of his adopted land came through in the typically Indian embellishments.
Jaipur is one of the finest planned cities of India, located in the semi-desert lands of Rajasthan. The city which once had been the capital of the royalty now is the capital city of Rajasthan. The very structure of Jaipur resembles the taste of the Rajputs and the Royal families. At present, Jaipur is a major business centre with all requisites of a metropolitan city.

DAY 04: FULL DAY CITY TOUR OF JAIPUR

After having delicious breakfast at hotel visit the glory of JAIPUR. We shall start our sightseeing with the amber fort where you will enjoy Elephant ride.
After that visit City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Observatory. Evening return back to Hotel for overnight stay.
Meals: – Breakfast only

DAY 05: JAIPUR – SRINAGAR (9W-K 2250+603 AT 0700-1235 hrs)

After early breakfast Transfer to the airport to board flight for Srinagar. You will be met by our representative at the airport and you would be transferred to your hotel or houseboat where you will proceed for check-in.
Srinagar (Lake City) – It is at once a collection of images: It tells the story of love of the Mughal Emperors for this paradise like vale with deep green rice fields, rivers, gardens in bloom and lakes rimmed by houseboats, where lush wild gardens of lotus and water-lily grow amidst bustling lanes.
Afternoon visit important sights of Srinagar City – Shankaracharya Temple & Mughal Gardens
Shankaracharya Temple (Hindu Shrine) – Situated on the highest hill of Srinagar , it is nearly one thousand feet above the city. The temple commands a magnificent panoramic view of the Srinagar city. It is devoted to lord Shiva. The site dates back to 2500 BC. The philosopher Shankaracharya stayed at this site when he visited Kashmir ten centuries ago to revive sanatan dharma.
Nishat Bagh (Garden of Pleasure) – The largest Mughal garden situated on the banks of world famous Dal-Lake in the backdrop of Zabarwan hills encircles the Dal Lake . Empress Noor Jahan’s brother Asif Khan laid the Garden in 1633 AD. Nishat has seven terraces with a beautiful central water course flowing right in the middle. These terraces rise dramatically off the mountains from the eastern part of the lake.
Shalimar Bagh (Garden of Pleasure) – It was planted by Mughal emperor Jehangir for Empress Noor Jahan in 1619 AD and later extended in 1727 A.D. by Shah Jahan. Shaded by magnificent Chinar trees, the Shalimar is a series of stone pavilions and flowing water with paint box bright flower beds. The Garden blooms with innumerable varieties of flowers in spring and autumn.
Afternoon will be at leisure, free for independent activities.
OPTIONAL – One can also enjoy a relaxing Shikara ride on the lake. Its one of the most soothing & relaxing aspects of a holiday in Kashmir. Overnight stay at the hotel or houseboat.
Meals: – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 06: GULMARG excursion (by surface: 55 kms – 1.5 hrs)

Morning proceed for a picturesque drive to Gulmarg.
Gulmarg (Meadow of Gold) – It was discovered as a tourist destination by the British in the 19th century. Prior to that, Mughal emperors vacationed in the Gulmarg valley which is about 03 kms long and up-to 01 km wide. It is exquisitely situated in a pine surrounded basin of the Pir Panjal range at an altitude of 2,730 meters above sea level and one of the most famous tourist destinations of Kashmir . It also has one of the world’s highest green golf courses with 18 holes, as well as a clubhouse, which is a historical building in its own right.
Afternoon drive back from Gulmarg to Srinagar , overnight stay at the hotel or houseboat.
Meals: – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 07: PAHALGAM EXCURSION

In the morning your journey starts towards Pahalgam, en-route visit Saffron fields of Pampora, see the beautiful countryside, lots of rice fields and Awantipura ruins on the way.
Awantipura Ruins (1100 years Old Temple) – Built in 09th century AD by King Avantivarman and dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. Situated 29 kms from Srinagar , the temple ruins at Awantipura represent some of the finest examples of architecture of this region.
Later continue your drive to Pahalgam through the pine forest, the confluence of the streams flowing from the river Lidder & Sheshnag Lake which are famous for their scenic beauty.
Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds) – It is a resort set in a pristine village lying next to the Lidder River . Once a humble shepherd’s village with breathtaking views. Now it is Kashmir’s premier resort, cool even during the heights of summer. It is situated at an altitude of 2,130 m above sea level and has a golf course at 2400 meters above the sea level. Surrounded with fragrant pine forests, the idyllic resort includes a golf course and spots for angling. The bubbling Lidder harbors a sizeable population of rainbow trout and mahaseer to ensure you don’t come away disappointed. The nearby forested slopes are home to the Himalayan brown bear.
After having your lunch at local restaurant, proceed to have bridle walks and feed your cameras with the picture of magnificent view of mountains.
OPTIONAL – One can enjoy Horse ride at Pahalgam.
Around Pahalgam are many places of interest, and because the resort is set between fairly steep hills, it is worth hiring a pony rather than walking. The most beautiful of these is the huge, undulating meadow of Baisaran, surrounded by thickly wooded forests of pine. Hajan an idyllic spot for a picnic.
Afternoon drive back from Pahalgam to Srinagar, overnight stay at the hotel or houseboat.
Meals: – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 08: SRINAGAR –DELHI (by flight: 6E – 11:10-1235 hrs)

After breakfast you will be transferred to Srinagar airport in time to board flight for Delhi. On arrival at Delhi, pick up and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.
Meals: – Breakfast only.

DAY 09: DEPARTURE TO HOME DESTINATION

After breakfast visit Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, India gate, Parliament House.

In the evening transfer to International airport to board flight for home destination with the memorable experience of Incredible INDIA.
Meals: – Breakfast only