Srinagar Tour Packages
DURATION: 09 Nights / 10 Days
DESTINATIONS: Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Srinagar - Delhi
DAY 01 : ARRIVE DELHI
On arrival meet and assist at the airport and transfer to prebooked hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 02 : DELHI - JAIPUR
After breakfast, half day city tour of Old Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid, the
largest mosque in India. Built by Shah Jahan, the construction was started
in 1844 and was not completed until 1658; Red Fort, which was also built
by Shah Jehan. This massive fort was built from 1638 to 1648; Chandni Chowk
and Rajghat - the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi.
sightseeing of the old and modern capital of India. Afternoon, leave for
Jaipur. Arrive Jaipur and check in at prebooked hotel.
DAY 03 : JAIPUR
After breakfast, excursion to Amber Fort. Elephant ride from the foothills
of the Aravallis to the fort entrance. Amber Fort : At a distance of 11
kms from Jaipur, Amber was the ancient capital of Jaipur state. Construction
of the fort began in 1592 by Raja Man Singh, the Rajput commander of Akbar's
army and is a superb example of Rajput architecture.
Afternoon, city tour of Jaipur. Visit the City Palace which has museum having
an extensive collection of art, carpets, enamel ware and weapons; Jantar
Mantar - the observatoyr built my
Maharaja Jai Singh in 1728 and the façade
of Hawa Mahal.
DAY 04 : JAIPUR - FATEHPUR SIKRI - AGRA
After breakfast, leave for Agra. Enroute visit the abandoned Mughal city
of Fatehpur Sikri : built by Emperor Akbar in 1569, was the old capital
of the Moghuls, which was abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water.
See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti,
Panch Mahal & other Palaces which are still preserved in its original
glory. Continue drive to Agra. Arrive Agra in the evening and checkin at
prebooked hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 05 : AGRA
After breakfast, city tour of Agra. Visit Red fort, which was built by Emperor
Akbar in 1565, and additions were made up until the time of his grandson,
Shah Jahan. It contains the hall of public and private audiences amongst
many other beautiful structues; Itmad-ud-daulah, which was contructed by
Nur Jahan between 1622 and 1628 and is very similar to the tomb she constructed
for her husband, Jehangir, near Lahore in Pakistan; the highlight of the
day - The Taj Mahal, which was constructed by Shah Jahan in memory of his
wife Mumtaz Mahal. Contruction of the Taj began in 1631 and was not completed
until 1653. Afternoon, free for individual activities.
DAY 06 : AGRA - DELHI
After breakfast, leave for Delhi. Arrive Delhi and checkin at prebooked
hotel. Afternoon, city tour of New Delhi. Visit Humayuns Tomb : built in
mid 16th century this is an early example of Mughal architecture; Qutab
Minar, drive past India Gate, President House, Connaught Place. The city
tour ends with a visit to Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Mandir).
DAY 07 : DELHI-SRINAGAR (FLIGHT)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board flight for Srinagar. On
arrival in Sringar meet and assist at the airport and transfer to houseboat
on Dal/Nagin Lake. Welcome drink on arrival at houseboat. Srinagar is well
known for its lakes. Dal Lake with its houseboats is famous all over the
world. Srinagar is a small and beautiful city with a wonderful climate in
the summer. Just outside the city are found the beautiful Shalimar Gardens
created by Jehangir, the Mughal emperor, in 1619.
After lunch – Visit the famous Mughal Gardens- touring
Cheshma Shahi (The Royal Spring), Nishat Bagh (Garden of Pleasure) and Shalimar
Bagh (Abode of Love). The Mughal Gardens located in Srinagar and its close
vicinity include Chasma Shahi (the royal fountains); Pari Mahal (the palace
of the fairies); Nishat Bagh (the garden of spring); Sahlimar Bagh; and
the Nashim Bagh. Evening return to houseboat for dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 08 : SRINAGAR
After breakfast proceed with picnic lunch for full day tour of GULMARG (Meadow
of flowers). At Gulmarg explore scenic spots in and around the area, take
a walk on the Outer Circuit Road to enjoy a birds-eye view of the Valley
amidst dense woods. Also, experience the ‘GONDOLA’ Cable Car
ride over Pine, Cedar and Fir covered mountains to view and visit Khilanmarg
and Kongdori
Evening- Return to Houseboat/Hotel for dinner and overnight.
DAY 09 : SRINGAR-DELHI (FLIGHT)
After breakfastelaxing Shikara Cruise (Kashmiri version of a Venice GONDOLA)
on Dal and Nagin Lakes. Enjoy your ride through the floating gardens, vegetable
fields, narrow canals and visit- Ropa Lanc (Silver Island) popularly known
as Char Chinari & Sona Lanc
Afternoon, transfer to the airport to board flight back for Delhi.
Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel.
DAY 10 : DEPART DELHI
Transfer to the airport to board flight back home/onward destination.
