Golden Triangle tour With Kashmir

Destinations covered : SRINAGAR - GULMARG - JAIPUR - AGRA

Duration : 11 Nights / 12 Days

For anyone interested in visiting the valley, the first question is "when to visit Kashmir, India" or the ideal time to visit the Kashmir valley. The best time to visit Kashmir is during the months of March to October. During this period the weather conditions in Kashmir are at their best. This period covers three seasons in Kashmir i.e., spring (March-early May), summers (early May-late August) and autumn (September-November). The blossoms of spring, the cool weather of summer and the gold and red hues of autumn all provide the peak season for Kashmir travel. From December to early March is the winter season for Kashmir, when the entire valley wears a white blanket of snow. For those, who enjoy chilling weather and are interested in skiing, winter is the time to be in Kashmir. During the winter time, you can enjoy the outdoor activities without getting dehydrated or feeling the pangs of heat.

Spring : The joyous chirping of birds, orchards heavy with fruits, alpine meadows dotted with grazing herds, and shepherds lilting with their music - a vivid mosaic of this place - takes shape before your wandering eye. It presents a picture of an unforgettable tapestry which is amongst the most beautiful any place in the world has to offer.

Summer : Fruits spill out of brimming baskets; strawberries and cherries, peaches and apricots; all the bounty of a fertile land. Pale green paddy fields rise in tiered steps upon the hills. In the high meadows, trout are jumping in rushing, snow-fed streams. The encircling snow-capped mountains provide a perfect setting for a valley that's vibrantly alive

Autumn : The misty morning sprawls over the vivacious valleys, the flushing meadows wrap the hillsides like a cloak. The sunlight softly caresses the leaves, the dew drops sparkle like diamonds to welcome the new day. The rustle of the fallen leaves adds to the music of the place and the sweet fragrance of flowers lingers on.

Winter : The white sheet of snow spread far and wide concealing the resonating beauty of this paradise. The soft snowflakes adorning the coniferous, the misty hazy breath, the chilly breeze gently tingling your senses, the tender sunlight deflecting from the ice capped peaks and spreading the much needed warmth. All so milky and pure. It is picture of a true heaven on earth.

Day 1: Arrive Srinagar

Arrive Srinagar, pick up and transfer to Houseboat. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at Houseboat. In the afternoon Shikara ride on The Dal Lake to enjoy the beauty that God has graced this city with, which is often compared to Venice. You will get view of some very interesting places around the Lake. Overnight at Houseboat.

Day 2: Srinagar to Pahalgam

This morning after breakfast drives to Pahalgam 2440 Meters (Vale of Kashmir) on arrival check into your hotel. On the way visit Saffron field and Avantipur ruins, which is eleven hundred years old temple? Finally by the lunchtime you will reach Pahalgam, which is the most famous palace for Indian Film Industry. After lunch enjoy the nature charm of the valley.

Day 3: Pahalgam to Gulmarg

This morning after breakfast drive to Gulmarg which is one of the most beautiful summer resort in the valley. On arrival check into your hotel. This afternoon visit One can have Gondola ride (cable car) from Gulmarg to Khalinmarg. Overnight at Hotel in Gulmarg.

Day 4: Gulmarg (Sight Seeing) - Srinagar

After breakfast visit for the highest golf course in the world and skiing during the winter season. Hara Mukh & Sun Set Peak. Later drive to Srinagar. On arrival check in to the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 5: Srinagar & The City of Mughal

This morning after breakfast proceed for city tour of Srinagar. The world famous Mughal Gardens visiting the Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure) & Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love), & The Chasme Shahi Garden, & Shankaracharya Temple. In the evening return to Houseboat. Overnight at Hotel or House boat.

Day 6:Srinagar - Jammu

After breakfast drive to Jammu. Transfer to Train station to board the train to Delhi. Overnight journey.

Day 7:Arrive Delhi

Arrive Delhi train station and transfer you to the hotel. Later do city tour of Delhi covering India Gate, Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Parliament house, President house, Lotus Temple etc. Overnight star at hotel.

Day 8: Delhi- Jaipur (265 kms)

In the morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur. visit the Amber Fort. Amber Fort was the capital of this state long time ago. Visit the Sheesh Mahal (Hall of victory) which is a hall glittering with mirrors. Ascend the fort on an Elephant back. On arrival in Jaipur check in to the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 9:Jaipur

Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan. It was painted in pink colour a century ago in honour of a visiting prince. Ever since, Jaipur has retained this pink colour. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh, a notable astronomer, this city is 260 years old. While in Jaipur, visit Maharaja's City Palace, the Observatory and Ram Niwas Gardens, Birla Temple, Wind Palace Water Palace. Drive past the Hawa Mahal. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 10: Jaipur - Agra (237 kms)

Today drive to Agra. en route stop at Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri was built between 1571 and 1585. It is one of the finest examples of Mughal architectural splendour. Though the city is in ruins, it is a must visit place for those who visit Agra. Fatehpur Sikri is a place where one should spend some time. Later continue to Agra. On arrival check in to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 11: Agra - Delhi (200 kms)

After breakfast visit the Agra Fort which has the Pearl Mosque, Diwan-e-am (the hall of public audience) and Diwan-e-Khas (the hall of private audience). Taj Mahal. Later continue to Delhi. On the way visit Birth Place of Loard Krishna. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 12: Delhi (200 kms) and Transfer to Airport

Today after breakfast drive to Airport / Train station for onward destination.