Golden Triangle and Kashmir Tour
Highlights
- Explore the World Heritage Monument
- Enjoy the Rickshaw ride at Old Delhi
- Explore the Local Bazzar of Jaipur
- Enjoy Elephant Ride at Amber Fort
- Sunrise visit to Taj Mahal
- Visit the beautiful valleys of Kashmir
- Explore Gulmarg and Sonmarg
- Enjoy the Gandola ride
Itinerary
Arrival / Delhi
At the airport, you will see that Tree Trunk Travel representative is waiting to give a warm welcome and later he will escort you to your hotel, previously reserved.
After upon arrival in Hotel discuss your tour itinerary with our representative in Lobby and after that our representative will help you to check into formalities.
Overnight at Hotel
Delhi
After breakfast we will start our day to explore the Delhi. Delhi is the largest metropolis by area and the second – largest metropolis by population in India. Delhi is divided in two parts (like other city in India) – Old Delhi and New Delhi. We will start our tour from Old Delhi. A sight-seeing tour of Old Delhi would include visiting the Raj Ghat – the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid – the largest mosque in India.
NEW DELHI – An extensive sight-seeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun’s Tomb, the QutubMinar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue – Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President’s Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave. Night stay in Delhi.
Highlight of the Tour: The Highlight of the tour is the Rikshaw ride in Old Delhi. We will pass through the ChandniChowk by the Rikshaw. The rickshaw pullers here take you on a ride through various routes. The Rikshaw ride gives you a chance to glance at the colourful street of the place. ChandniChowk is very colourful & you will find the hustle and bustle market
Overnight at Hotel
Delhi / Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Jaipur.
Upon arrival check into hotel. Jaipur is one of the finest planned cities of India, located in the semi-desert lands of Rajasthan. The city which once had been the capital of the royalty now is the capital city of Rajasthan. The very structure of Jaipur resembles the taste of the Rajputs and the Royal families. At present, Jaipur is a major business center with all requisites of a metropolitan city.
Rest of the day with at leisure to enjoy the local bazaars of Jaipur. Jaipur is also known as the shopper’s paradise. Jaipur is a city of vibrant colors and markets (bazaars) of Jaipur verify this fact. Jaipur’s colorful markets offer a great break to stop and shop on you tour. Usually tourists include shopping and visiting the lively markets of Jaipur in their itinerary. While moving through the markets, you will come across the vivacious culture of this region.
Jaipur is the perfect place to shop for Handicrafts, antiques, jewellery, gems, pottery, carpets, textiles, metalwork and leather ware.
Overnight at Hotel
Jaipur
Proceed for a morning excursion to Amber Fort. Elephant ride ascent to the fort.
Amber Fort Palace– Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds it’s ultimate expression. Continue sight- seeing.
City Palace- A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.
Jantar mantar– This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use.
Hawa Mahal– The ornamental facade of this “Palace of Winds” is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. Their five-storey structures of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women.
Overnight at Hotel
Jaipur / Fatehpur Sikri / Agra
After the breakfast drive to Jaipur enroute we will visit the Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri bears exceptional testimony to the Mughal civilization at the end of the 16th century. It offers a unique example of architectural ensembles of very high quality constructed between 1571 and 1585. Its form and layout strongly influenced the evolution of Indian town planning, notably at Shahjahanabad (Old Delhi).
In this afternoon, we will visit the Agra Fort. For built in red sandstone with its magnificent palaces, halls of public and private audience and the beautiful gardens. This is where Emperor Shah Jahan was kept under house arrest by his third son Aurangzeb and spent the last year of his life viewing the Taj Mahal from across the river Jamuna.
Evening, we will visit the Moonlight Garden also known as Mehtab Bagh. The places is situated on the opposite side of the Yamuna River. The Garden was built by the Emperor Babur. This is the best place to visit the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River.
Overnight at Hotel
Agra / Delhi
Early morning, we will visit the TajMahal at sunrise (Taj closed on Friday). TajMahal is UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the world, TajMahal enthralls visitors with its shimmering beauty. Standing proudly on the banks of River Yamuna, with the winding river at back and lush green, landscaped gardens in front, the TajMahal leaves one speechless with its ethereal beauty. It is also a great time to take some unforgettable pictures! Later transfer to Hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast we will visit the Agra Fort. For built in red sandstone with its magnificent palaces, halls of public and private audience and the beautiful gardens. This is where Emperor Shah Jahan was kept under house arrest by his third son Aurangzeb and spent the last year of his life viewing the TajMahal from across the river Jamuna
Following the tour drive to Delhi. Upon arrival check into hotel.
Overnight at Hotel
Delhi / Srinagar
Morning transfer to airport to board the flight to Srinagar.
Meeting and assistance upon arrival at airport and transfer to hotel.
Afternoon sightseeing world famous Mughal Gardens visiting the Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure) and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love). In the evening return back to Houseboat. Dinner and Overnight at Houseboat
Overnight at Hotel
Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar
After breakfast day tour of Gulmarg which is one of the most beautiful summer resorts in the valley. It is also popular for its golf course (in summer), the highest in the world and skiing during the winter season. Enjoy the splendor of nature and the snowy mountains. Optional on your own cost One can have Gondola ride (cable car) from Gulmarg to Khalinmarg . Hot lunch at Hotel and in the evening return to Houseboat. Dinner and overnight at Houseboat.
Overnight at Hotel
Day 09: Srinagar – Pahalgam – Srinagar
Full day excursion to Pahalgam 2440 Mtrs (vale of Kashmir) on the way visit Saffron fields, Avantipur ruins and Anantnag sulpher spring. Pahalgam is the most famous place for Indian Film Industry. Enjoy the nature charm of the valley. In the evening return back to Houseboat. Overnight at Houseboat.
Overnight at Hotel
Srinagar – Sonmarg – Srinagar
Full day excursion to Sonmarg which is the most beautiful drive from Srinagar. On the way we stop at many beautiful spots. Continue drive to Sonmarg 2690 Mtrs (Meadow of Gold). One can ride on horse to visit to Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the year and Sonmarg is known as Gateway of Ladakh. In the evening return to Houseboat. Overnight at Houseboat.
Overnight at Hotel
Srinagar
After breakfast day excursion to Old Srinagar city visiting Jamia Masjid, Shahi Hamdan mosque and walking through the narrow bazaars of the Srinagar city. In the late afternoon return back to Houseboat and evening enjoy the sunset ceremony and 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 a view of some very interesting places around the Lake. Overnight at Houseboat.
Overnight at Hotel
Srinagar / Delhi (Flight) / Departure
Morning transfer to airport to board the flight to Delhi. Meeting and assistance upon arrival at Delhi airport and transfer to airport to board onward flight.