Golden Triangle With Kashmir

After breakfast, explore Old and New Delhi, visiting Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, Red Fort (drive past), Chandni Chowk, Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate, and Lakshminarayan Temple. Also pass by the President’s House and Parliament. Overnight stay in Delhi.

After breakfast, visit remaining sights in Delhi, then drive to Agra. Stay overnight at a hotel in Agra.

Early morning visit to Taj Mahal at sunrise, followed by breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Ranthambhore, famous for its tiger reserve.

Enjoy an early morning jungle safari in Ranthambhore National Park. After lunch, enjoy a second safari. Stay overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast drive to Jaipur. On arrival check in to hotel and overnight at Hotel.( most invite for dinner at my home).

After breakfast enjoy visit of Amber Fort the old capital of rulers of Jaipur. Here one takes an elephant to ride to the palace situated on the hill. Afternoon visit city including City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Birla Mandir and Jai Singh’s Observatory. Overnight at Hotel.

On arrival at Srinagar, you will be transferred to a Deluxe Houseboat. In the late afternoon, enjoy a Shikara ride on the Dal Lake and visit the Floating and Vegetable gardens etc. Also experience the walnut woodcarving and papier machie making demonstration. Enjoy the dinner and spend overnight in the Deluxe Houseboat

In the morning, get ready for a trip to the picturesque Mughal Gardens. Visit Nishat Bagh or the Abode of pleasure, which was built by Asif Khan in 1632 AD. Asif Khan is the brother in law of the Moghal Emperor Jehangir. Also visit the charming Shalimar Bagh or the Abode of love. Shalimar Bagh was built by Jehangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan. These gardens, situated on the bank of Dal Lake, have the Zabarwan Mountains in the background. The distance from Srinagar to the said gardens is near about 12 and 15 kms respectively. You can visit the carpet-weaving factory on the way. Enjoy the dinner and spend the night in the Deluxe Houseboat.

In the morning start for Gulmarg-the Meadow of Flowers, which is situated at an altitude of 2730 mts. above the sea level. It will take 2 hrs to reach Gulmarg, which is 60 kms far from Srinagar. Gulmarg has one of the best Ski slopes in the world and the highest golf course of the world with 18 holes. You can also enjoy the view of Nanga Parbhat, if the weather permits. There is an opportunity to enjoy a short trek upto Khilangmarg. The trek can be covered in about 3 to 4 hrs. Chair Lifts for mountain ride are also available. Lunch will be carried from the Houseboat. Have dinner and stay overnight in a hotel at Gulmarg.

Explore Gulmarg and spend the day by individual activities. Stay overnight in the hotel in Gulmarg.

Leave Gulmarg after having early breakfast and drive to Pahalgam or the Valley of Shepherds via Srinagar. Drive through the eye-catching Saffron fields, visit Awantipura ruins, an 1100 years old temple of Lord Vishnu built by King Awantiwareman. Drive through the green pine forest and along the Lidder River. The total distance of about 140 kms will be covered in about 4 hrs. After reaching Pahalgam, you will be transferred to the hotel. Enjoy the lunch and dinner and spend overnight in the hotel at Pahalgam.

 

Spend the day in Pahalgam in a relaxed mood and stay overnight in a hotel there.

Drive back to Srinagar from Pahalgam and you will be transferred to a Deluxe Houseboat. Stay overnight in the Deluxe Houseboat

Go for a full day excursion to Sonamarg by car. The distance of about 83 kms will be covered about 2.5 hrs. Streamed with flowers and surrounded by mountains, Sonamarg is also the base for some interesting treks to the high altitude of the Himalayas. Drive back from Sonamarg and you will be transferred to the Deluxe Houseboat for dinner and overnight stay.

Kashmir with Golden Triangle tour

1. Dal Lake

   • The iconic lake of Srinagar with houseboats and shikaras (traditional wooden boats).

   • Activities: Shikara ride, houseboat stay, floating market.

2. Mughal Gardens

   • Includes Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi.

   • Built by Mughal emperors, these gardens offer Persian-style landscaping and views of Dal Lake.

3. Tulip Garden (Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden)

   • Asia's largest tulip garden, open during late March to early April.

   • Stunning rows of colorful tulips with Zabarwan Hills in the background.

4. Shankaracharya Temple

   • An ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

   • Located atop a hill offering panoramic views of Srinagar city and Dal Lake.

5. Hazratbal Shrine

   • A revered Muslim shrine on the banks of Dal Lake, known for its stunning white marble architecture.

   • Believed to house a relic of Prophet Muhammad.

6. Jama Masjid

   • A beautiful 14th-century mosque in the heart of the old city with Indo-Saracenic architecture.

7. Pari Mahal

   • A historic monument with Islamic architecture offering breathtaking views of the city and Dal Lake.

8. Nigeen Lake

   • A quieter alternative to Dal Lake, ideal for peaceful shikara rides and houseboat stays.

9. Old Srinagar City & Markets

   • Walk through traditional wooden homes, narrow lanes, and explore local markets for handicrafts, pashmina shawls, spices, and dry fruits.

10. Floating Vegetable Market (early morning)

• A unique experience on Dal Lake where local farmers sell vegetables from their boats.

After breakfast timely transfer to airport for flight to home with sweet and incredible memories.