Set like a jewelled crown on the map of India, Kashmir is a multi-faceted diamond, changing its hues with the seasons - always extravagantly beautiful. Two major Himalayan ranges, the Great Himalayan Range and the Pir Panjal, are the source of great rivers,which flow down into the valleys, forested with orchards and decorated bylily-laden lakes. Kashmir valley is called as 'The Paradise on Earth'.Srinagar's dal Lake and formal water front gardens now collectively known asthe Mughal Gardens are among the main tourist attractions in this region.Kashmir is a land where myriad holiday ideas are realised. In winter, when snow carpets the mountains, there is skiing, tobogganing, sledge-riding,etc. along the gentle slopes. In spring and summer, the honey-dewedorchards, rippling lakes and blue skies beckon every soul to sample the many delights the mountains and valleys have to offer. Golfing at 2,700 m above the sea, water-skiing in the lakes and angling for prized rainbow trout, or simply drifting down the willow fringed alleys of lakes in shikaras andliving in gorgeous house boats are some of the most favoured ones. This package is also very famous for the honeymooners who come here from around the world to see the beauty, nature has gifted to this paradise.
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Upon arrival at Delhi airport the representative of Max Holidays will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel for check in and night stay.
Day 02 : Delhi sightseeing
After breakfast a full day guided tour of Old and New Delhi (Delhi, the capital of India comprises of conspicuously contrasting Old and New Delhi.Old Delhi was the capital of Muslim India between the 12th and 19th centuries and one can find mosques, monuments and forts related to Muslim history. New Delhi is the imperial city created as India's capital by the British, intricately planned and comprises of imposing buildings displaying various modern style of architecture) will take you to Red Fort (Built by the builder of the Taj Mahal - Shah Jehan, famous for its delicately carvedinlaid and Royal chambers), Raj Ghat (The creamation Ground of the father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi), Humayun's Tomb (Humayun's tomb is believed to have been designed in 1565 AD by the widow of Mughal emperor Himayun. It' splan, based on the description of Islamic paradise gardens, is known to have inspired the Taj Mahal and many later Mughal tombs. This type of garden is known as a charbagh and is based on a grid), Safdarjung's Tomb (Representing the last phase of the Mughal style of architecture, Safdarjang's Tomb stands in the centre of an extensive garden), Qutab Minar (73 meters high which tapers from a 15 m diameter base to just 2.5 m at the top. The walls consistintricately carved quotations from Koran and is one of the most perfect towers of the Persian world) Drive through India Gate (The war memorial) and President's Palace. Night stay in your hotel.
Day 03 : Delhi - Agra - Delhi (205 kms / 4 hrs one way)
Breakfast in the hotel and then drive to Agra (Agra attained its magnificence under the Emperor Akbar The Great. Once the capital of Mughal India, it is famous for the world renowned Taj Mahal). Enroute visit Sikandra Fort. Afternoon visit Agra Fort ((In Akbar's time the fort was principally a military structure but by Shah Jahan's time it had partially become a palace. This fort serves as vantage location to have the fabulous glimpse of The Taj Mahal) and the most beautiful monument Taj Mahal (Taj Mahal was built by Emperor Shahjahan in the swet memories of his wife Mumtaj. The Taj complex took 22 years and 20,000 workforce, including specialised craftsmen, to get completed and is today counted as one of the Wonders of the World. This white Marble wonder is extra ordinarilyluminescent and even on the dull days one can find it glowing. De facto theTaj is believed to change its glow depending on the intensity and direction of the sunrays falling on it). Evening drive back to Delhi for night stay.
Day 04 : Delhi - Srinagar (Flight)
After breakfast transfer to the airport to board flight to Srinagar. AtSrinagar airport meeting and transfer to deluxe houseboat (Srinagar is located in the heart of the Kashmir valley at an altitude of 1,730 m above sea level, spread on both sides of the river Jhelum. The Dal and Nagin lakesenhance its picturesque setting, while the changing play of the seasons and the salubrious climate ensures that the city is equally attractive to visitors around the year). Rest of the time free and stay on a house boat.
Day 05 : Srinagar
After breakfast half day tour of Mughal Gardens visiting the Hat Bagh (The Garden of Pleasure) and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love). In the afternoon take a Shikara ride on The Dal lake to see the natural beauty that God has graced this city with. In the evening return to houseboat. All meals and overnight stay at Houseboat.
Day 06 : Srinagar - Gulmarg
Breakfast in the houseboat and later leave for Gulmarg (One of the most beautiful summer port in the valley. It is also popular for its summer golf course which is the highest in the world. People can enjoy skiing during the winter season). The whole day you will spend seeing the beauty of the nature and the snowy mountains (One can also have Gondola ride cable car from Gulmarg to Khalinmarg). Overnight at your hill resort in Gulmarg.
Day 07 : Gulmarg - Pahalgam
After breakfast leave Guhmarg for Pahalgam (situated at the heights of 2440 Mtrs Pahalgam is known as vale of Kashmir) on way visit Saffron fields.Enjoy the natural beauty of the valley and overnight stay at the hill resort.
Day 08 : Pahalgam
Day free in Pahalgam to explore the beauty of the valley (Pahalgam is very popular with Indian tourists as the staging point for the famous pilgrimageto the sacred ice lingam in the Amarnath Cave, four days walk to the east. A growing number of foreign tourists go to Pahalgam to relax in surroundings that compare favourably with the Swiss Alps, to play golf on the rough little nine-hole course, or to start off on a number of treks into the highaltitude meadows beyond. Tents and pack ponies can be hired in pahalgam fortreks to the 11,800-foot (3,600 meter) Kolahoi glacier, which can be done in three days, or for the arduous, 10-day walk into ladakh, across the main Himalayan range. Pahalgam is Kashmir's premier resort, cool even during the height of summer. A number of hotels and lodges cater to all preferences and budgets, from luxurious to unpretentious trekkers' lodges, including delightfully romantic, fully furnished huts, partially concealed by giantpine trees. Around Pahalgam are many places of interest, and because the resort is set between 'fairly steep hills, it is worth hir-ing a pony' rather 'than walking. Pony). Night stay at your resort.
Day 09 : Pahalgam - Srinagar
After breakfast drive to Srinagar. On arrival at Srinagar check into the Houseboat. Rest of the time free for personal activities. Meals and stay at the Houseboat.
Day 10 : Srinagar - Sonmarg-Srinagar
After breakfast take a full day trip to Sonmarg (Situated at the altitude of 2690 mtrs. Sonmarg is known as Meadow of Gold. This is the most beautiful drive from Srinagar). On the stop at many beautiful small tourist spots.Take a horse ride to visit Thajiwas (Glacier where snow remains round the year and Sonmarg is known as Gateway Ladakh). In the evening return to Srinagar and stay in the houseboat.
Day 11 : Srinagar - Delhi
After breakfast in time transfer to the airport to board flight to Delhi. In Delhi meeting and transfer to the hotel for rest and night stay.
Day 12 : Leave DelhiIntime transfer to the airport to board flight to onward destination.
The above packege can be tailored as per your specification.
