Golden Triangle with Kashmir
EDN Tours invites you to join us and explore Kashmir and the beautiful palace of Taj Mahal.
Day-01 ARRIVE DELHI – AGRA Lunch on Board, D
Jet Airways 9W 19 - SIN 1115 – DEL 1445
Fly to Delhi. On arrival, drive 200kms/4 hours to Agra. In the 16th and 17th century Agra was the capital of India. Most of its monuments and forts are constructed in that era. On arrival, transfer to Hotel & Rest
Day 02: AGRA – JAIPUR 235 km, 5 hours drive
Early morning, visit one of the 7 wonder of the World, Taj Mahal, the beautiful white marble architecture was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, died during the birth of their 14th child. Visit Agra Fort, the crescent shaped fort was commissioned and construction with deep moats surrounding the outer 2.4 km wall facing the river and provide good view of Taj Mahal. The fort was built by Great Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D.
On completion visit shops with craftsman working on marble inlay and carpet weaving. After lunch, drive to Jaipur, 237 Km/over 5 hours drive, en route visiting the world heritage monument of Fatehpur Sikri (the City of Victory), built during the second half of the 16th century by the Emperor Akbar, it was the capital of the Mughal Empire for 10 years. Drive to Jaipur and check in your hotel.
Day 03: JAIPUR
Drive to Hawa Mahal for photo stop & then driver to Amber Fort & ride on jeep to the entrance gate of the classic, romantic Rajasthani Fort Palace. Visit Jag Mandir or the Hall of Victory and famed Sheesh Mahal - a room with all the four walls and ceiling completely embedded with glittering mirror pieces, specially imported from Belgium. After lunch we start city tour visiting Maharaja's City Palace, the former Royal residence, part of it converted into a museum. Built in the style of a fortified campus, the palace covers almost one-seventh in area of the city. One of the major attractions in the museum is the portion known as Armoury Museum housing an impressive array of weaponry-pistols, blunderbusses, flintlocks, swords, rifles and daggers. Just outside the Palace we visit Jantar Mantar - the largest stone and marble crafted observatory in the world. This observatory has 17 large instruments and most are still in working condition.
Day-04: JAIPUR – DELHI
After breakfast drive to Delhi before lunch. After lunch drive to visit Qutub Minar and Lotus Temple. Qutub Minar is one of the most visited tourist spot of Delhi, Qutub Minar was built in 1199 by Qutub-ud-Din. On completion drive to visit the lotus temple surrounded by a landscaped garden and is a symbol of peace.
This is the Asian headquarters of the Bahai faith, and a circular temple that is open to all. On completion transfer to South Delhi markets for shopping and dinner. After dinner transfer to Hotel.
Day-05: DELHI – SRINAGAR
After breakfast transfer to airport to board on your scheduled flight to Srinagar. Srinagar is located in the heart of the Kashmir valley at an altitude of 1,730 m above sea level, spread on both sides of the river Jhelum.
Houseboats are grand fitted with Kashmiri wood carved furniture and rich Kashmiri carpets. There is pantry, dining room and Living room apart from having a front balcony facing the lake. The choices of meals on houseboat are western, Kashmiri, Northern Indian cuisine.
The Dal and Nagin lakes enhance its picturesque setting, while the changing play of the seasons and the salubrious climate ensures that the city is equally attractive to visitors around the year. On arrival, transfer to Deluxe Houseboat, made of wood, offering 1-4 bedrooms with attached toilets. “DAL LAKE” and “NAGIN LAKE” are known for rows of Houseboats they harbour.
Day-06 :SRINAGAR EXCURSION
Visit the Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure) and the Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love), collectively known as Mughal Gardens. We also visit the handicrafts center for shopping the Kashmiri handicrafts. Return back to houseboat for lunch. Afternoon, enjoy your ride on Shikara, a tradition Kashmiri small boat to move around in the lake. This interesting ride takes you through the lake where you can find natives engaged in farming on water and carrying their produce on their Sikara to market or their houses. This ride also offers spectacular Himalayas mirrored in the lakes. In the evening return to your Houseboat for overnight stay.
Day-07 :GULMARG EXCURSION (125 km)
After breakfast at Houseboat, depart by surface to Gulmarg - one of the most beautiful summer resorts in Kashmir valley. It is also well known for its golf course during summer season and ski resort during the winter season. Enjoy the splendour of nature and the snowy mountains. Enjoy Gondola ride (Cable car) from Gulmarg to Khalinmarg.
Afternoon return back to Srinagar and take a stroll to witness the way of life in the alleys and small streets of Srinagar town and on the way back visit Jamia Masjid. Dinner served at your houseboat.
Day-08 :SRINAGAR – DELHI
In time transfer to airport to board on your scheduled flight to Delhi. On arrival, drive to visit India Gate, drive past president house and Parliament area. On completion spend some time to shop around Delhi. In time after dinner, transfer to airport to board on your scheduled flight home.
Day-09 :FLY HOME
Board on your flight and fly to Singapore
Entrance Charges Included in Cost
Srinagar Gulmarg Agra Jaipur
Mughal Gardens Cable Car Ride till Kungdoor Taj Mahal & Agra Fort City Palace, Observatory, Amer Fort
Hotels and Deluxe Houseboat
Delhi Agra Jaipur Srinagar
Country Inn & Suites Fern Howard Plaza Regenta Central Deluxe Houseboat
Hotels subject to availability.
Airfare Inclusive Tour Cost Includes Cost Excludes
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International airfare including 30 kg check in baggage & by Jet Airways.
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Domestic airfare including 30 kg check in baggage by Jet Airways.
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Airport transfers and all transport costs in chartered transport as per the itinerary.
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Hotels as indicated in the itinerary with all meals.
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Three night stay at Deluxe Houseboat with all meals.
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Entrance charges included in cost as shown above.
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1000 ml of bottled water per person per day.
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Indian visa, insurance, medical and evacuation expenses if any.
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All expenses of personal nature like drinks, elephant ride, tipping, Cable Car & telephone calls etc.
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And any other expenses paid due to any change in dates and itinerary.
4.Airport Taxes estimated S$ 90/- Per Person.