This pleasure filled grand Kashmir tour explores
the variety that is India. Beginning with Kashmir you'll stay at a luxury
houseboat on the most beautiful lake. Relaxing cruise aboard romantic gondola
and experience the enchanting Mogul gardens, visit the exciting Gulmarg, enjoy
summer pleasures of swiming, water skiing. Top it of with a grand tour of
Golden Triangle of Delhi, Jaipur the pink city and the famous Taj Mahal in
Agra.
Day I NEW
YORK/DELHI:Welcome aboard your
flight to Delhi, our 1st. stop on our Kashmir tour. Enjoy the regal hospitality
by silk sari clad hostesses. Indulge yourself with delicious Indian and
Continental cuisine.
Day 2
DELHI:
This evening arrive in Delhi, where you'll be
received and escorted to Hotel Claridges/ Hotel
Park.
Day 3
DELHI/SRINAGAR:
Fly to Srinagar to begin your Kashmir tour,
upon arrival you will be escorted to deluxe houseboats. Afternoon at
leisure.
Day 4 SRINAGAR (Gardens and
Lakes):
Cruise through Dal and Nagin Lakes float
through a network of canals to the enchanted floating gardens of Nishat and
Shalimar; built in the 16th C. by Moghul emperors.
Day 5 GULMARG:
Today travel by car to Gulmarg, world class
resort at 9,500ft.and flanked by Nanga-Parbat, a 28,OOOft.peak. There is
horseback riding to Khilanmarg and a chairlift for an aerial view. Gulmarg
features a lovely golf course-the highest in the world during summer time. In winter Gulmarg's
natural slopes turn into the premier skiing resort. Among the multitudes of
slopes, there are a few which are serviced by ski lifts. Most of the skiing
becomes centered on these slopes, with ski runs ranging from 500 yards to 4
miles.
Day 6 SRINAGAR/PAHALGAM:
Today take a leisurely tour of
Pahalagam, an other premire mountain resort in Kashmir, with its pointed peaks
and green pastures. Enroute stops will inlude a visit to 11th. Century Temple
and Palace of ancient capital of Kashmir and holy caves at a mountain-top
shrine, offering panoramic views of the valley below. Return to your cozy
houseboat.
Day 7 SRINAGAR:
Day at leisure to soak in the warm
ambience and relax with opportunities to either visit crafts centers or walk
the grand boulevard of Srinagar. This evening enjoy a Wazwan feast, local multi
course meal usually served on weddings or very special occasions.
Day 8
SRINAGAR/DELHI/AGRA: This morning fly to Delhi and drive directly to Agra,
home city of the famous Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort. Taj View/Clark's
Hotel.
Day 9 AGRA/FATEHPUR-SIKRI/JAIPUR:
After breakfast visit Taj Mahal, monument of
love that Emperor Shah Jahan built in the 16th. Century. You'll then visit Agra
Fort, which served as the final living quarters for the Emperor to live in
imprisonment. We continue on to Jaipur with a stop in Fatehpur-Sikri, a huge
fort complex that served as capital of India before it was moved to Delhi in
17th.century. Stay at Mansingh Palace Hotel/Trident hotel
Day
10 JAIPUR/DELHI: Today's highlight is an elephant
ride to the Amber Fort followed by exploration of the city and bazaars.
Afternoon sightseeing at the City Palace, the Albert Museum and the
Observatory. This evening, we recommend a rickshaw
Day 11 DELHI:After breakfast you'll
visit the Presidential Palace, Parliament House, India Gate, Qutab Minar Tower,
Jantar Mantar, the fashionable Connaught Circus. Red Fort, Chandni Chowk,
Mahalaxmi Temple and Mahatma Gandhi Samadhi. This evening enjoy a spectacular
Sound & Light show at the Red Fort.
Day 12 DELHIINEW YORK: Early morning departure from
Delhi to New York.
Departure
Dates:
2012: Apr 14, 28 May 8, 15,
22, 29 Jun 5,12,
19, 26 Jul 3, 10, 17, 24 Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 Sep 4, 11, 18 Oct 4, 11, 18
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Tour cost:
From JFK/CHI $3966.00**
Single supplement. $1778.00
Taxes and fees extra**
High season airfare surcharges
apply for departures during the following period: $550.00 Jun 1-Aug 31 & Dec 01-24
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TOUR COST
INCLUDES:
+Round trip economy coach
airfare from New York/Chicago/Los Angeles**
+All airfares
within India
+ hotels with
daily breakfast, all meals in Kashmir
+Transfers to
and from airports to hotels
+Baggage
handling
+sightseeing
tours as per itinerary
+Local English
speaking guide.
**Add-on applies.
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Business Class and First Class Upgrade supplement choices.
For added
comfort on your flight to Delhi, we are happy to offer the following upgrade
supplement to your tour cost.
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For questions and reservation
request, please call (800) 421-8975 US/Canada
Add-on Airfares
If you are traveling from a city
other than New York or Chicago, for add-on fare from your home city, Please
call (899) 421-8975 Mon-Fri 9.30AM-6.00 PM. ET.
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