Kashmir and Taj Mahal
Why we love it?
The Kashmir and Taj Mahal tour spans nine days, offering travelers a unique blend of cultural and natural experiences in India. Participants will explore the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra and the stunning landscapes of Gulmarg, making it ideal for those seeking both historical and scenic beauty. This tour includes airport assistance, accommodation in selected price category hotels, and private transportation with an English-speaking guide, ensuring a comfortable and informative journey. The combination of rich heritage and breathtaking scenery distinguishes this tour, appealing to both history enthusiasts and nature lovers.
Inclusions
- Breakfast
- Assistance on arrival at the airport.
- 8 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
- Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
- Bottled drinking water in the car.
- Government taxes.
Exclusions
- Any flight ticket.
- Camera charges at monuments if any.
- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
- Gratuities and optional activities.
Itinerary
Day 1 Later city tour of Delhi
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Activity
Arrive Delhi
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Activity
On arrival at Delhi International airport meet with our office executive assistance and transfer to hotel check in. (Hotel check in / out time 1200hrs afternoon early check in subject to rooms availability)
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visit landmark of Old Delhi- Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market. Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk. Sightseeing of New Delhi which includes Qutab Minar, Humayun Tomb, Lotus Temple & VVIP areas President House, Parliament & India Gate.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 2 Breakfast at hotel
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Activity
Delhi – Srinagar (flight)
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transfer to airport to board flight for Srinagar.
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Activity
On arrival assistance and transfer hotel/ houseboat check in. Evening Shikara ride on the Dal Lake, visiting floating vegetable gardens.
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Activity
Overnight at houseboat/ hotel.
Day 3 Breakfast at hotel
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Activity
Srinagar
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sightseeing of the Mughal gardens, visit Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh & Chashma Shahi. Later visit Shankaracharya Temple the sacred temple occupies the top of the hills known as Takht-I-Sulaiman in the south-east of Srinagar. The site dates back to 250BC.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel / houseboat.
Day 4 Breakfast at hotel
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Activity
Srinagar – Gulmarg (56kms/ 2hrs approx)
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drive to Gulmarg (The Meadow of the Flowers) located at the altitude of 9,000ft. Today Gulmarg is not merely a mountain resort of exceptional beauty it also has the highest green golf course in the world, at an altitude of 2,650m, and is the country's premier ski resort in the winter.
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Activity
Enjoy a cable car ride on Gondola which will take you to the Majestic height of 13,000ft above sea level covering the magnificent views of Himalayan Mountains and Pirpanjal ranges. You can also enjoy a view of Nanga Parbat if the weather permits. Golf playing & Snow Skiing are other activities available here at additional cost.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 5 Breakfast at hotel
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Activity
Gulmarg – Pahalgam (142kms/ 3hrs approx)
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drive to Pahalgam the Valley of Shepherds 7,000ft above sea level. On the way visit the famous Saffron growing fields and Awantipur Ruins (1100 years old temple of lord Vishnu build by King Awantivarman), enjoy the beautiful countryside on the way. On arrival check-in at hotel.
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Activity
Pahalgam; situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder River, was once a humble shepherd's village with breathtaking views. The most beautiful of these is the huge, undulating meadow of Baisaran, surrounded by thickly wooded forests of pine. Hajan, on the way to Chandanwari, is an idyllic spot. There is a Shiva temple considered to be Kashmir's oldest existing temple, dating to the 5th century.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 6 Breakfast at hotel
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Activity
Pahalgam
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visit Aru valley noted for its scenic meadows. The village is a base camp for trekkers to the Kolahoi Glacier, the Tarsar-Marsar lakes and the Katrinag valley. It is also a base for the treks to Lidderwat, the Vishansar-Kishansar lakes and Kangan. The Kolahoi is the largest glacier in the Kashmir Valley, and is located near Mt. Kolahoi (5425m), the highest peak in the Valley. There are about 20 alpine lakes, peaks and meadows around the Aru Valley. Other optional popular activities include fishing of trout in the Lidder River, trekking, hiking, horse riding, sightseeing and photography.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 7 Breakfast at hotel
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Activity
Pahalgam – Srinagar (83kms / 3hrs approx)
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drive to Srinagar, check in at hotel. Rest day free and easy for personal activities relax.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel/ houseboat.
Day 8 Day 8
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Activity
Srinagar – Delhi (flight) - Agra 204kms/ 4hrs approx)
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Activity
Breakfast at hotel transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi.
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Activity
On arrival at airport meet with your driver and proceed to Agra check in at hotel.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 9 Day 9
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Activity
Agra – Delhi (204kms/ 4hrs approx)
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Activity
Sunrise visit Taj Mahal an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the bank of the Yamuna river commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife Mumtaz Mahal, it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself.
After breakfast at hotel visit Agra Fort the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638, when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb a Mughal mausoleum commissioned by Nur Jahan, the wife of Jahangir, for her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg.
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Activity
After sightseeing drive to Delhi drop off to airport to board flight for onward destination.
Please Note
- Stroller or pram accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Hotels used or similar
- Delhi x 1 nights
- 3* - Madhuban Hotel/ Meridian Plaza
- 4* - The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket
- 5* - Le Meridien/ The Claridges
- Srinagar x 2 nights
- 3* - Hotel Royal Batoo/ Batra Hotel
- 4* - Fortune Resort Heevan/ Radission Hotel
- 5* - The Lalit Grand Palace/ Vivanta by Taj Dal View
- Gulmarg x 1 nights
- 3* - Grand Mumtaz/ Royal Park Hotel
- 4* - Heevan Retreat/ The Vintage
- 5* - The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa
- Pahalgam x 2 nights
- 3* - Grand Mumtaz/ Hotel Baisaran Pahalgam
- 4* - Heevan/ Pine Spring
- 5* - WelcomHotel Pine N Peak/ Pahalgam Hotel
- Srinagar x 1 nights
- 3* - Nanga Parvat Houseboat
- 4* - Gurkha Houseboat
- 5* - Sukoon Houseboat
- Agra x 1 nights
- 3* - Howard Plaza the Fern/ Atulyaa Taj
- 4* - Radission Hotel/ Crystal Sarovar Premier
- 5* - Trident Hotel/ Courtyard by Marriott
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 2 days before start
Non-refundable after 2 days before start
