Day 1: Arrival in Delhi (No Meal)
Welcome To Delhi
Arrive in New Delhi airport, welcome and assist by our local representative for your transfer to the hotel.
Day 2: Delhi – Agra – Mathura – Agra (Breakfast)
Discover The Holy Sites Of Mathura
This morning, you will head to Agra, an ancient city once the capital of the Mughal Empire in the 16th and 17th century. On arrival, check-in to the hotel. In the afternoon, proceed for an excursion trip to Mathura, the birthplace of Hindu deity Lord Krishna and one of Hinduism’s seven sacred cities. Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple is a magnificent and most significant holy place to visit in Mathura. It was built around the prison cell where Lord Krishna was born. Next, you will visit Dwarkadheesh Temple, one of the oldest and largest Hindu temples in Mathura, built in 1814 by Seth Gokul Das Parikh. This revered shrine is decorated on a grandiose scale during the festive days of Holi, Janmashthami and Diwali. Continue to visit Birla Mandir and Prem Mandir, before making your way back to Agra.
Day 3: Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur (Breakfast)
Tour Seven Wonders Of The World
Start your day with a visit to Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, an essential sight for all visitors to India. Standing majestically on the banks of Yamuna River, Taj Mahal is a monument of immeasurable beauty and a magnificent symbol of enduring love. This stunning white marble mausoleum was built in the 17th century by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. The purity of the white marble, the exquisite ornamentation, precious gemstones used and its picturesque location, make Taj Mahal ranks among the most popular tourist attractions in the world. You will later visit the red sandstone Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site with its incredible maze of courtyards, mosques and lavish private chambers reflecting the grandeur of the Mughal Empire. Thereafter, drive to Fatehpur Sikri (the City of Victory), founded as the capital of Mughal Empire in 1571. It is one of the finest examples of Mughal architectural splendour at its heights and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. After that, you will set off to Jaipur, the capital of India’s Rajasthan state. Jaipur is also known as the “Pink City” due the color of its buildings. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel. Enjoy the local atmosphere at your own leisure.
Day 4: Jaipur (Breakfast)
Explore The Romantic Pink City
Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Jaipur, which starts with an excursion to Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site that sits atop a picturesque and rugged hill. This magnificent fort is an extensive palace complex that has been built with pale yellow and pink sandstone, and with white marble. Enjoy a wonderful Elephant Ride up to Amber Fort like the royalty of Rajasthan used to do. Head down the hill to Jal Mahal, a palace in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake, for a photo opportunity. The beautiful Nahargarh Hills set as the backdrop add to the breathtaking beauty of this water palace. Next, you will visit the City Palace of Jaipur and the UNESCO-listed Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observation site constructed between 1724 and 1730. Continue tour to Hawa Mahal, also known as “Palace of Breeze”. It is the most well-known landmark of Jaipur city, built by Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799. This five-storey building overlooking the busy street is a fascinating example of Rajput architecture. It has 953 windows on the outside walls. The honeycomb shaped and beautifully carved windows allow breeze to blow through the palace and makes it a perfect summer palace. The construction of Hawa Mahal allows the royal ladies to observe everyday life and festivals celebrated in the street below without being seen, as they had to obey the strict rules of "purdah”. Drop by the Local Market before returning to the hotel.
Day 5: Jaipur – Delhi (Breakfast)
A Pleasant Road Journey
After breakfast, sit back and relax on the long drive back to Delhi. Upon arrival, check-in to hotel follow by free at own leisure.
Day 6: Delhi – Srinagar (Breakfast)
Venice-like Garden Of Pleasure
This morning, transfer to New Delhi airport for your domestic flight to Srinagar. Upon arrival, meet and transfer to the hotel. You will later proceed for a city tour of Srinagar, visiting the beautiful Mughal Gardens located on the banks of the famous Dal Lake. The terrace gardens of Nishat Bagh (Garden of Pleasure) built in 1633 and Shalimar Bagh (Garden of Love) built by Emperor Jehangir for his wife Nur Jehan, offer magnificent views of mountain range and breathtaking views of Dal Lake. Thereafter, you will enjoy a relaxing Shikara Boat Ride along the scenic Dal Lake and witness the beauty of this city, which is often compared to Venice. You will get a view of some very interesting places around the lake. Evening is free for shopping and leisure activities.
Day 7: Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar (Breakfast)
Houseboat Floating Accommodation Experience
Today, you will proceed for a day trip to Gulmarg, also referred to as the “Meadow of Flowers”, situated at an altitude of 2650m above sea level. This hill town is one of the most beautiful summer resorts in the valley, a haven for adventure seekers and a paradise for nature lovers. Gulmarg is also popular for its golf course in summer and skiing during winter. The journey to Gulmarg is half the enchantment of reaching there. Roads bordered by rigid avenues of poplar give over to flat expanses of rice fields interspersed with picturesque villages. Depending on the season, nature's colors could be the translucent green of spring, summers rich emerald, or autumn’s golden hues, when scarlet chilies festoon windows of village homes. Enjoy your leisure time as you take a walk on the lush green meadows of flowers with backdrop of the snowcapped mountains. You may wish to take a pony ride or gondola ride (rope way) to Khilanmarg at your own expenses. In the evening, return to Srinagar and check-in to the Houseboat, your floating accommodation for tonight.
Day 8: Srinagar – Sonamarg – Srinagar (Breakfast)
Unwind In The Meadow Of Gold
This morning, embark on a full day excursion to the picturesque Sonamarg, also called “The Meadow of Gold”, located in the north-east of Srinagar at altitude of 2730m above sea level, is a beautiful flower-laden meadow in the majestic Himalayan mountain region. Enjoy the incredible scenic beauty while driving to Sonamarg, with dense pine forests and gigantic mountains. Sonamarg is a popular tourist destination for hikers and rock climbers, surrounded by breathtaking glaciers and serene lakes. The fast-flowing Sindh River makes it popular for trout and mahseer fishing in summer. Here, you can hike or opt for a pony ride (at your own expenses) to one of the glaciers for some fun in snow and ice. Return to your hotel in Srinagar.
Day 9: Srinagar – Delhi (Breakfast)
Full Day Delhi Explorer
Morning transfer to Srinagar airport for domestic flight to Delhi. On arrival, proceed for full day sightseeing tour of Delhi, which begins with a visit to Laxmi Narayan Temple, also known as Birla Mandir, a Hindu temple dedicated to Laxmi (the goddess of prosperity) and Narayana (the preserver). The next stop is Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India, with a courtyard capable of holding 25,000 devotees. The mosque has three great gates, four towers and two 40m-high minarets constructed with strips of red sandstone and white marble. After that, visit Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, who is revered as the Father of the Nation. It is a black marble platform that marks the spot of his cremation on the evening of January 31, 1948. Then, enjoy a photo stop at India Gate, a war memorial located astride the Rajpath, built to commemorate the Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the country during World War I. You will drive past the Parliament House and the Rashtrapati Bhavan (once the Viceroy’s residence), now the official residence of the President of India. Continue to the Lotus Temple and visit 2 famous UNESCO World Heritage sites, Qutab Minar and Humayun’s Tomb. End the day with a visit to the Akshardham Temple.
Day 10: Departure from Delhi (Breakfast)
Free And Easy
Free at own leisure till departure transfer to New Delhi airport for homebound flight.
