Marvels of Srinagar and Ledakh
MARVELS OF SRINAGAR AND LEDAKH
Day 01: ARRIVE DELHI
Arrive Delhi in the evening. You will be met and greeted at the airport by our representative with Garland. Then transfer to the your Hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02: DELHI
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for sightseeing of Old Delhi.
Old Delhi is approximately shaped like a quarter circle, with the Gouhar Mahal as the focal point. The old city was surrounded by a wall enclosing about 1500 acres, with several gates. The Masjid-i Jahān-Numā commonly known as the Jama Masjid of Delhi, is the principal mosque of Old Delhi in India. Commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, builder of the Taj Mahal, and completed in the year 1656 AD, it is the largest and best-known mosque in India.
Chandni Chowk is the major street in the walled city of Old Delhi, which was originally called Shah Jahanabad. The walled city which includes the Lal Qilla Red Fort of Delhi was established in 1650 AD, by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan and designed by his daughter Jahanara Begum Sahib, who also made significant contributions in the landscaping of her father's new capital of Shahjahanabad.
Afternoon visit India Gate and Parliament Steet.
The India Gate is one of the largest war memorials in India. Situated in the heart of New Delhi, India Gate was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. Originally known as All India War Memorial, it is a prominent landmark in Delhi.
Visit parliament Street.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 03: DELHI / AMRITSAR
Breakfast Early morning transfer to railway station for your train to AMRITSAR (Amritsar Shatabdi 0720/1335 HRS)
On arrival, you will be met and greeted then transfer to your hotel.
Afternoon, city tour covering Golden Temple.
Saurabh MEHTA Mobile: 0091 9810084418 / E mail: [email protected] 20 E, Basant Lok Community Centre, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110 057 The Golden Temple or Darbar Sahib, situated in Amritsar, Punjab, is the most sacred temple for Sikhs. It is a symbol of the magnificence and strength of the Sikh people all over the world. In the evolution of the Darbar Sahib, is entwined the history and ideology of Sikhism. In its architecture are included, symbols associated with other places of worship.
Jallian Wala Bagh: This fantastic sculptural structure sadly commemorates earthly rather than heavenly events. It marks the site of the 1919 Jallianwala massacre in which 2,000 Indians died.
Evening in time transfer to the Wagha Border for the retreat ceremony between India and Pakistan.
Overnight will be at the hotel.
Day 04: AMRITSAR / JAMMU (6 Hrs) / SRINAGAR (Flight 1:40 p.m. / 2:15 p.m.)
Very early morning breakfast at the hotel, Then depart by road to JAMMU from where you will board your flight to SRINAGAR. On arrival, you will be transferred to your Houseboat. Dinner and overnight stay at the Houseboat
Day 05: SRINAGAR
Breakfast Morning free to relax. Lunch at Houseboat Afternoon Shikara ride on Dal Lake through the floating gardens and benches lotus and water lilies. Srinagar is situated on the banks of Dal Lake, in the heart of the Kashmir Valley and extends from both sides of the river Jhelum. Lakes add a touch of nonchalance at this picturesque setting, which varies with the seasons. Dinner and overnight in Houseboats
Day 06: SRINAGAR
Breakfast Morning tour of Mughal Gardens, built by the Mughal emperors, who came very often to taste the freshness of the Dal Lake in Kashmir.
First you see the garden Chesmashahi, delicately arranged, before visiting the Nishat Bagh (built by Asaf Khan) and Shalimar Bagh built by Emperor Jehangir for his beloved wife, Nur Jahan
Lunch at local restaurant Free afternoon or visit a carpet factory. Dinner and overnight in Houseboats
Day 07: SRINAGAR / SONMARG / KARGIL (8 Hours)
Saurabh MEHTA Mobile: 0091 9810084418 / E mail: [email protected] 20 E, Basant Lok Community Centre, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110 057 Breakfast at Houseboat Departure by road to Kargil via Sonamarg, 87 km from Srinagar. The village lies at the heart of the Sind Valley, decorated with flowers and surrounded by mountains. The river abounds with trout and mahaseer, to the delight of anglers. Lunch enroute. Arrive KARGIL in the evening and check into your hotel. Dinner and overnight
Day 08: KARGIL / MULBEKH / LAMAYURU / ULETOKPO
Early Breakfast Then depart for Uletokpo Along the way, stop to admire Mulbekh a giant sculpture in the rock representing the future Buddha. Then continue to visit the Lamayuru monastery, perched high on a hill. At one time 400 monks lived there. Arrive Uletokpo in the afternoon. Check into your resort and relax. Rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the Ule Ethnic Camp.
Day 09: ULETOKPO / ALCHI / BASGO / LEH (5 Hrs)
Breakfast Morning departure for LEH
Along the way visit Alchi monastery, the oldest and probably the most beautiful monastery of Ladakh. The monastery complex was built, according to local tradition, by the great translator Guru Rinchen Zangpo between 958 and 1055.
This monastery is famous for its massive Buddha statues, its rich wood carvings and the only examples of wall painting in the region. Visit the monastery which consists of six temples, the oldest was built in XI century with the famous fresco of the thousand Buddhas
Then continue to visit the Basgo the ancient capital of Ladakh in the fifteenth century and now the site is part of the most threatened monuments of world heritage. The ruins of the village are surrounded by reddish cliffs eroded by weather.
Arrive late for a lunch in Leh Check into your hotel and relax. Dinner and overnight
Day 10: LEH / SHEY / THIKSEY / HEMIS / LEH
Breakfast Day excursion to visit three beautiful monasteries towards the east Valley: Shey was the 10th century residence of the first king of Ladakh.
Saurabh MEHTA Mobile: 0091 9810084418 / E mail: [email protected] 20 E, Basant Lok Community Centre, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110 057 Hemis is considered the largest and most venerable monasteries of Ladakh. Founded by King Singge Namgyal and his guru Staksang Raspa, the main monastery of the Drukpa sect (semi reformed).
Thiksey monastery, above the village of Stakmo, built on a hill overlooking the Indus river, recalls the style of the Potala Palace in Lhasa. Lunch enrote Evening return to Leh and relax. Dinner and overnight
Day 11: LEH / STOK / LEH Breakfast In the morning visit the Royal Palace of Stok official residence of the former royal family of Ladakh, a small museum with beautiful collections of jewelry. The monastery was built by King Tsespal Tondup Namgyal in 1825. Return to hotel and free time to relax. Lunch In the afternoon visit the Leh bazaar, with the view of the Leh Palace, real miniature of the Potala in Lhasa in Tibet. Dinner and overnight
Day 12: LEH / DELHI (Flight 7:35 / 8:50)
Breakfast Early morning transfer to airport for flight to Delhi Upon arrival you will be met and greeted then continue your city tour of New Delhi covering:
The Qutab Minar a tower in Delhi, India, is the world's tallest brick minaret.[2] It is situated in the Qutb complex, amidst the ruins of ancient Jain temples which were destroyed & their stones used to build the Qutb complex & minar.
The Bahá'í House of Worship in Delhi, India, popularly known as the Lotus Temple due to its flowerlike shape, is a Bahá'í House of Worship and also a prominent attraction in Delhi. It was completed in 1986 and serves as the Mother Temple of the Indian subcontinent
Humayun's tomb, is a complex of buildings in Mughal architecture built as Mughal Emperor Humayun's tomb, commissioned by Humayun's wife Hamida Begum in 1562 CE, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyath, a Persian architect
Evening you will be taken to a local restaurant for your farewell dinner. Then in time transfer to airport for your flight to onwards destination.
Day 13: DELHI / Flight to onward destination.
Saurabh MEHTA Mobile: 0091 9810084418 / E mail: [email protected] 20 E, Basant Lok Community Centre, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110 057 Net Prices in EUROS
Validity: 1 st October 2014 – 31 March 2015 (except Christmas & New year period)
Price per person: NUMBER OF PAX PRICE ON TWIN SHARING BASIS
2 Pax EURO 971 Per Person 3 Pax EURO 938 Per Person 4-6 Pax EURO 904 Per Person 7-9 Pax EURO 805 Per Person 10-15 Pax EURO 998 Per Person Single room Supplement EURO 226 Per Person
HOTELS: CITY HOTEL ROOM CATEGORY NIGHTS Delhi Hotel Pluto Inn or similar Standard 02 Amritsar Hotel Comfort Inn Alstonia or similar Standard 01 Srinagar Deluxe Houseboat Deluxe 03 Kargil Hotel D’ Zojila Standard 01 Uleytopko Ule Ethnic Resort Deluxe Cottages 01 Leh Hotel Spic & Span Standard 03 Delhi No Hotel
THE PRICE INCLUDES : 2-9 Pax Traveling Personalized arrival with the name of the Client and your Agency on the Transfer Board Assistance at Airport and at all destinations Welcome with a flower Garland Accommodation at the mentioned hotels or similar. Bed & Breakfast only Except in Houseboat in Srinagar where all meals are included Shikara Ride on Lake Dal All transfers visits excursions by Nac Tavera in Srinagar and Leh (number of vehicles depending on the number of pax) Entrance fee at monasteries/ Monuments (One visit per monument) Assistance. Welcome Drink at the Hotel Services of Local English Speaking guide wherever available. Services of local English Speaking Buddhist Guide around Leh. One bottle of water per person per day in the vehicle
Saurabh MEHTA Mobile: 0091 9810084418 / E mail: [email protected] 20 E, Basant Lok Community Centre, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110 057 Farewell dinner in Delhi Farewell gift at the time if departure Train fare in AC Chair Car for Delhi / Amritsar sector All currently applicable taxes
10-15 Pax Traveling Personalized arrival with the name of the Client and your Agency on the Transfer Board Assistance at Airport and at all destinations Welcome with a flower Garland Accommodation at the mentioned hotels or similar. All meals Shikara Ride on Lake Dal All transfers visits excursions by Nac Toyota Qualis/ Scorpio/ Tata Safari in Srinagar and Leh (number of vehicles depending on the number of pax) Entrance fee at monasteries/ Monuments (One visit per monument) Assistance. Welcome Drink at the Hotel Services of Accompanied English Speaking from Delhi to Delhi One bottle of water per person per day in the vehicle Farewell dinner in Delhi Farewell gift at the time if departure Train fare in AC Chair Car for Delhi / Amritsar sector All currently applicable taxes
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE :
International Flights / Domestic flights Insurances Single Supplement Drinks. Entry tickets to monuments for Still / Vide Cameras Services which are not mentioned Personal Expences. Tips to Hotels / restaurants / driver / guide Visa Fees Meals not mentioned
Saurabh MEHTA Mobile: 0091 9810084418 / E mail: [email protected] 20 E, Basant Lok Community Centre, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110 057