India · Monuments

Kashmir and Taj Mahal

9 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in New Delhi. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the historic landmarks of Old and New Delhi
02 Enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake in Srinagar
03 Visit Srinagar’s Mughal gardens and Shankaracharya Temple
04 Take in Himalayan views on the Gulmarg Gondola
05 Discover the scenic valleys and meadows of Pahalgam
06 See the Taj Mahal at sunrise in Agra
07 Visit Agra Fort and the Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah

Discover a rich mix of India’s cultural landmarks and Kashmir’s mountain scenery on this 9-day journey through Delhi, Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Agra. Begin with the historic highlights of Old and New Delhi, from Red Fort and Jama Masjid to Qutab Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, and India Gate, before flying to Srinagar for a peaceful Shikara ride on Dal Lake.

Continue through Kashmir’s celebrated landscapes with Mughal gardens in Srinagar, the hilltop Shankaracharya Temple, the alpine beauty of Gulmarg, and the valleys and meadows of Pahalgam. The journey ends in Agra, where a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal is paired with Agra Fort and the Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah for a memorable finale.

Sunrise visit Taj Mahal an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the bank of the Yamuna river commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife Mumtaz Mahal, it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Delhi, Srinagar, Agra, Gulmarg, Pahalgam

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrive DelhiOn arrival at Delhi International airport meet with our office executive assistance and transfer to hotel check in. (Hotel check in / out time 1200hrs afternoon early check in subject to rooms availability)Later city tour of Delhi, visit landmark of Old Delhi- Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market. Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk. Sightseeing of New Delhi which includes Qutab Minar, Humayun Tomb, Lotus Temple & VVIP areas President House, Parliament & India Gate.Overnight at hotel.

Day 02

Delhi – Srinagar (flight)Breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport to board flight for Srinagar.On arrival assistance and transfer hotel/ houseboat check in. Evening Shikara ride on the Dal Lake, visiting floating vegetable gardens.Overnight at houseboat/ hotel.

Day 03

SrinagarBreakfast at hotel, sightseeing of the Mughal gardens, visit Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh & Chashma Shahi. Later visit Shankaracharya Temple the sacred temple occupies the top of the hills known as Takht-I-Sulaiman in the south-east of Srinagar. The site dates back to 250BC.Overnight at hotel / houseboat.

Day 04

Srinagar – Gulmarg (56kms/ 2hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel, drive to Gulmarg (The Meadow of the Flowers) located at the altitude of 9,000ft. Today Gulmarg is not merely a mountain resort of exceptional beauty it also has the highest green golf course in the world, at an altitude of 2,650m, and is the country's premier ski resort in the winter.Enjoy a cable car ride on Gondola which will take you to the Majestic height of 13,000ft above sea level covering the magnificent views of Himalayan Mountains and Pirpanjal ranges. You can also enjoy a view of Nanga Parbat if the weather permits. Golf playing & Snow Skiing are other activities available here at additional cost.Overnight at hotel.

Day 05

Gulmarg – Pahalgam (142kms/ 3hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel, drive to Pahalgam the Valley of Shepherds 7,000ft above sea level. On the way visit the famous Saffron growing fields and Awantipur Ruins (1100 years old temple of lord Vishnu build by King Awantivarman), enjoy the beautiful countryside on the way. On arrival check-in at hotel.Pahalgam; situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder River, was once a humble shepherd's village with breathtaking views. The most beautiful of these is the huge, undulating meadow of Baisaran, surrounded by thickly wooded forests of pine. Hajan, on the way to Chandanwari, is an idyllic spot. There is a Shiva temple considered to be Kashmir's oldest existing temple, dating to the 5th century.Overnight at hotel.

Day 06

PahalgamBreakfast at hotel, visit Aru valley noted for its scenic meadows. The village is a base camp for trekkers to the Kolahoi Glacier, the Tarsar-Marsar lakes and the Katrinag valley. It is also a base for the treks to Lidderwat, the Vishansar-Kishansar lakes and Kangan. The Kolahoi is the largest glacier in the Kashmir Valley, and is located near Mt. Kolahoi (5425m), the highest peak in the Valley. There are about 20 alpine lakes, peaks and meadows around the Aru Valley. Other optional popular activities include fishing of trout in the Lidder River, trekking, hiking, horse riding, sightseeing and photography.Overnight at hotel.

Day 07

Pahalgam – Srinagar (83kms / 3hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel, drive to Srinagar, check in at hotel. Rest day free and easy for personal activities relax.Overnight at hotel/ houseboat.

Day 08

Srinagar – Delhi (flight) - Agra 204kms/ 4hrs approx)Breakfast at hotel transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi.On arrival at airport meet with your driver and proceed to Agra check in at hotel.Overnight at hotel.

Day 09

Agra – Delhi (204kms/ 4hrs approx)Sunrise visit Taj Mahal an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the bank of the Yamuna river commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife Mumtaz Mahal, it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself.

After breakfast at hotel visit Agra Fort the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638, when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb a Mughal mausoleum commissioned by Nur Jahan, the wife of Jahangir, for her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg.After sightseeing drive to Delhi drop off to airport to board flight for onward destination.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in New Delhi. 5 cities · 9 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Breakfast
Assistance on arrival at the airport.
8 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
Bottled drinking water in the car.
Government taxes.

What's Not Included

Any flight ticket.
Camera charges at monuments if any.
Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
Gratuities and optional activities.

Know before you go

STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
Not wheelchair accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Hotels used or similar

Delhi x 1 nights
3* - Madhuban Hotel/ Meridian Plaza
4* - The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket
5* - Le Meridien/ The Claridges

Srinagar x 2 nights
3* - Hotel Royal Batoo/ Batra Hotel
4* - Fortune Resort Heevan/ Radission Hotel
5* - The Lalit Grand Palace/ Vivanta by Taj Dal View

Gulmarg x 1 nights
3* - Grand Mumtaz/ Royal Park Hotel
4* - Heevan Retreat/ The Vintage
5* - The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa

Pahalgam x 2 nights
3* - Grand Mumtaz/ Hotel Baisaran Pahalgam
4* - Heevan/ Pine Spring
5* - WelcomHotel Pine N Peak/ Pahalgam Hotel

Srinagar x 1 nights
3* - Nanga Parvat Houseboat
4* - Gurkha Houseboat
5* - Sukoon Houseboat

Agra x 1 nights
3* - Howard Plaza the Fern/ Atulyaa Taj
4* - Radission Hotel/ Crystal Sarovar Premier
5* - Trident Hotel/ Courtyard by Marriott