The Paradise on Earth Tour
| PARADISE ON EARTH TOUR | |
| ARRIVAL: DELHI | DEPARTURE: DELHI |
| GROUP SIZE: 02 TO 40 PAX | TRANSPORT; SUITABLE VICHELE |
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| DURATION: 12 NIGHTS / 13 DAYS | HOTELS: 4 STAR |
| MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER – AS REQUESTED | |
- Day 01- Arrive Delhi
Welcome to Delhi India. Upon arrival at Delhi International Airport, after clearing your customs & immigrations you shall proceed to board domestic flight to Amritsar. Assistance upon arrival at Amritsar Airport / Railway Station & transfer to hotel. Evening free for leisure & other activities. Overnight stay in Hotel at Amritsar. Dinner - Day 02- Amritsar (local sightseeing)
After breakfast, start your full day city tour with the blessings of Golden Temple-the most important Sikh shrine which is also called Mecca for the Sikhs is a living symbol of the spiritual and historical traditions of the Sikhs., then visit Jallianwala Bagh- where, on April 13, 1919, British and Gurkha soldiers opened fire on an unarmed forbidden gathering, killing hundreds of civilians. Visit Durgiana Temple. The Durgiana Temple has Lord Laxmi Narayan worshipped with traditional Hindu rituals. Evening visit Indo-Pak Wagah Border to watch Flag Retreat Ceremony- Wagah, an army outpost on Indo-Pak border 30 Kms from Amritsar where the daily highlight is the evening “Beating the Retreat”ceremony. Soldiers from both countries march in perfect drill, going through the steps of bringing down their respective national flags. As the sun goes down, nationalistic fervour rises and lights are switched on marking the end of the day amidst thunderous applause. Return to hotel. Overnight stay in Hotel at Amritsar. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Day 03- Depart Amritsar –
Arrival Srinagar After breakfast proceed to Amritsar Airport to catch flight for Srinagar. Meet and greet at the airport and transfer to houseboat. Later in evening enjoy the Romantic Shikara ride on Dal Lake for 01 Hour and enjoy the beauty that God has graced this city, which is often compared to Venice. You will get a lovely view of some interesting places around the Lake. Overnight stay in Deluxe Houseboat at Dal- Lake Srinagar Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Day 04- Srinagar -Pahalgam
After breakfast proceed to Pahalgam “Valley of Shepherds”. Pahalgam is situated in the picturesque Lidder Valley and lays 96 kms from Srinagar by road. 7,200 ft. (2,134 m.) above sea level, it is famous for its beautiful scenery, flora and fauna, springs, and streams. It is also the base for treks to the higher mountains, Enroute visit Pampore Saffron Fields, Awantipora ruins, Kashmir Bat Factories & Mattan Temple, on arrival, check in hotel & stay in Hotel at Pahalgam Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Day 05- Pahalgam – Gulmarg
After breakfast Proceed for local sightseeing of Pahalgam, includes Posh Wan Park, Pahalgam Club, and Rafting Point. These places can be visited either by foot or on pony back, Later afternoon proceed to Gulmarg (“Meadow of Flowers”) Gulmarg (8700 ft i.e., 2652 mts), known as Meadow of flowers for Discovered by the Kashmiri romantic poet in the 16th century who was inspired with its grassy slopes covered with wildflowers. It is one of the India’s premier Hill resorts. Gulmarg today is not merely a mountain resort of exceptional beauty; it also turns into India’s premier Ski resort in winter. The Gondola Cable Car offers rides to the upland meadows of Kongdori and beyond to the top of Apharwat range to a height of 14000 ft for viewing the Himalayan Peaks in summer and for downhill skiing in winter. Overnight stay in Hotel at Gulmarg Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Day 06- Gulmarg – Srinagar
After breakfast explore Gulmarg at your own, enjoy cable car ride {Gondola] pony ride, sledge ride & skiing later afternoon proceed to Srinagar, on arrival check in hotel, later evening get-going for old city sightseeing tour visiting Jamia Masjid, Hazratbal Shrine, Shah – I – Hamdan etc. Overnight stay in Hotel at Srinagar. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Day 07- Srinagar Local sightseeing
After breakfast visit Shankaracharya Temple (Hindu Shrine) Situated on the highest hill of Srinagar, it is nearly one thousand feet above the city, later proceed to Mughal Gardens Shalimar Garden Abode of Love. This garden is situated at about 15 kms from Srinagar city. The garden is situated at the banks of Dal-Lake & is surrounded by Zabarwan hills in the background. The lofty Chinar trees, colourful flowers add to the beauty of this Garden. Nishat garden (Abode of Pleasure) This garden was built by Asif khan, brother-in-law of Emperor Jahangir in 1632 AD. Nishat Garden is the most visited garden of Srinagar city & is made in a Stepwise pattern. Also visit Chashmashahi or the Royal-Spring. Later evening visitors can visit the local market of the city for Shopping. One can buy shawls & other handicraft items etc. Overnight stay in Hotel at Srinagar. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Day 08- Srinagar Airport – Delhi
After breakfast you will be transferred to Srinagar Airport to board flight to Delhi, Arrival at Delhi Airport, transfer to your hotel. This afternoon you will proceed on a sightseeing tour Akshardham Temple evening free for shopping and personal activities, return to hotel. Overnight stay in Hotel at Delhi. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Day 09- Delhi local sightseeing
After breakfast you will proceed for the city tour of New & Old Delhi, which takes you to the 12th Century Qutab Minar, gracefully fluted and hand carved for its entire height of 234 feet; nearby stands the Iron Pillar which has withstood the ravages of time and not rusted in 1500 years. Visit Lotus Temple, Also visit the graceful mausoleum of the Mughal Emperor Humayun and modern Birla Temple. Drive past President’s House, Parliament House, and Secretariat buildings. Drive Past Red Fort, built in 1648 by Mughal Emperor Shahjahan, Jama Masjid – one of the largest mosques in India, Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana – the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. Overnight will be at the hotel. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Day 10- Delhi – Agra (205 kms/4hr)
After breakfast drive to Agra. On arrival check in at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing. Agra Fort – This Fort, built by the successive contribution of three Mughal generations – Emperor Akbar, Emperor Jahangir, and Emperor Shah Jahan – still fascinates the entire world with its majestic glory. More like a city inside, the fort was built to fulfil the military purpose which spreads on the banks of Yamuna enclosing a humongous area of 3 km radius. The Agra Fort gained its actual elegance, lavishness, and royalty of a palace at the time of Emperor Shah Jahan. The Fort also serves as a vantage point to view the Taj Mahal from a distance and it is believed that the Emperor Shah Jahan spent his days in exile watching the Taj from here. If time allows visit colourful bazar sight check in hotel. Overnight stay in Agra hotel. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Day 11- Agra- Jaipur (240kms/6hr)
Early morning visit Taj Mahal – a poem written in white marble; the most extravagant monument ever built for love. Taj Mahal – One of the eight wonders of the world. The Taj Mahal is often described as “the epitome of love” & “a monument of immeasurable beauty”. Taj Mahal was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to enshrine the remains of his beloved wife Begum Mumtaz Mahal which manifested the immortal love between the two. The purity of the white marble, the exquisite ornamentation, precious gemstones used and its picturesque location, all make this monument gain a place amongst the most magnificent buildings of the world. You can stay on to view the monument changing its mood with the soft light of the setting sun. The Taj Mahal remains closed on Fridays. Later transfer to the hotel for breakfast and checkout direct drive to Jaipur enroute you will visit Fatehpur Sikri on arrival check in the hotel. Overnight stay in Jaipur hotel. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Day 12- Jaipur
Morning after breakfast visit Amber Fort and enjoy elephant ride (At your own). Drive past the Hawa Mahal, and Visit world famous Astrological Observatory, City Palace – Museums of precious and semi – precious stones, Typical Rajasthan handicrafts & free for shopping. Overnight stay in Jaipur hotel. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Day 13- Jaipur – Delhi International Airport Drop
After breakfast you will be transferred from Jaipur to Delhi Airport to catch flight for onward destination with Sweet Holiday Memories.
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