Delhi, Agra, : 9 Sep’13

Flights – Jet Airways: 09 SEP SIN DEL 9W 19 0915/1235 10 SEP DEL SXR 9W 7088 0920/1030 13 SEP SXR DEL 604 1230/1355 15 SEP DEL SIN 9W 20 2220/0640 (ARR: 16SEP)

Itinerary: 9TH Sep (Mon): Singapore – Delhi & Sightseeing By: 9W 19 0915/1235 Assemble at Changi Airport at 7.15am (T3) for your flight to Delhi. Arrive at Delhi’s International Airport. After baggage collection, our representative will meet as you exit the terminal building and transfer you to Hotel Hilton Jankpuri. Delhi is ’s capital and a major gateway to the country. It is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its folds - the ancient with the modern. Amidst the fast spiraling skyscrapers the remnants of a bygone time in the form of its many monuments stand as silent reminders to the region’s ancient legacy. Afternoon proceed for the half day sightseeing of New Delhi Visit: the Qutab Minar, the tallest stone tower in India. Qutub-ud-din Aibak started it in 1199. Pulling down 27 Hindu and Jain temples and using their columns erected the attached Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque also built by him , Post drive past the imposing India Gate, the Parliament building and the Rastrapati Bhawan, the President’s residence. Lunch and Dinner will be organized at local restaurant Overnight at Hotel. Meals: Lunch + Dinner Only

10TH Sep (Tue): Delhi - Srinagar By: 9W 7088 0920/1030hrs Post breakfast transfer to Domestic airport to board the flight for Sri-Nagar (Check in at Airport 2 Hrs prior the flight schedule) You will be met on arrival at Srinagar airport and transferred to your Deluxe Houseboat. Afternoon visit the , relics of the Mughal love for : and Shalimar. Upon arrival check in at Houseboat. Late afternoon enjoy Shikara Ride on visiting Floating and Vegetable Gardens, etc. Overnight at Houseboat Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

11th Sep (Wed): Srinagar By: Surface Morning breakfast at houseboat. Later proceed for the sightseeing of Moghul Gardens. NISHAT BAGH [Garden of Gladness Sandwiched between the hills and the lake, it was laid out by Asaf Khan, ’s brother, in 1632. SHALIMAR BAGH is about 4 kms away and set back from the lake. A channel extends up to their edge. Built by for his wife, Nur Jahan, the gardens are distinguished by a series of terraces linked by water channels. The uppermost pavilion has elegant black marble pillars and niches in the walls for flowers during the day and candles at night. Overnight at Houseboat Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

12th Sep (Thu): Srinagar – - Srinagar By surface: 56 Kms/1-2 Hrs Morning breakfast at Houseboat. Post proceed for an excursion to Gulmarg. GULMARG Originally Gaurimarg renamed as Gulmarg in the 16th Century. Covered with wild flowers, the area was a favourite of Emperor Jahangir. Today Gulmarg has the world’s highest green golf course in the world, 2,680 meters above sea level and one of India’s prime winter ski resorts. The meadow of Gulmarg, ion the shape of bowl, is 3.5 km in length and 1 kms wide. It comprises grassy slopes, with a small scattering of houses. The bowl is encircled by for clad hills, and in the distance are snow-covered peaks. Proceed for a half-day tour of Gulmarg which is not merely a mountain resort of exceptional beauty it also has the highest green golf course in the world, at an attitude of 2680 meters above sea level, and is the country's prime ski resort in the winter. Gulmarg is, as its name suggests, a flower strewn meadow. Later return to Srinagar for Overnight Overnight at Houseboat Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

13th Sep (Fri): Srinagar – Delhi By: 9W604 1230/1355hrs) Delhi – Agra By surface: 210 Kms/4-5 Hrs Morning post breakfast at leisure. Later transfer to an airport to board the flight for Delhi (Check in 2 hours prior departure). You will be met on arrival at Delhi’s airport and transferred to Agra. On arrival, check in at Hotel. Overnight at Radisson Agra. Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

14th Sep (Sat): Agra – Delhi By surface: 210 Kms/4-5 Hrs Enjoy Sunrise visit to . Post visit return to Hotel for Breakfast. TAJ MAHAL The Taj Mahal is everything that has been said about it and more. Taking 22 years and 20,000 men to build, the white marble was quarried 200 miles away and was transported to the site by a fleet of 1000 elephants. Built by the Mughal Emperor as an expression of his love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, in mid 17th century, the Taj Mahal is truly one of the wonders of the world. Though the Taj appears to be amazingly perfect from almost any angle, it is the close-up marble inlay work, which is really astounding. You will have ample time to view and be mesmerized by this outstanding piece of architecture.

Later we will take you to experience: Beyond the Taj Mahal – Tales from Across the River Cross the Yamuna river with us and there is more than what any tour operator or guide book will tell you. Solitary corner turrets, ruined pavilions, Tombs, Mughal Pleasure Gardens and whole set of smiling people who calls Agra their home. You will visit some of the lesser known river front monuments such as the Rambagh, a pleasure garden built by the first Mughal Babar, the Gyarah Sidi (11 Steps) that helped the early Mughals study star constellations and the Itimad-ud-Daulah, all rare remenant of pre-Taj Architecture. Afternoon drive down to Delhi. On arrival transfer to Hotel. Evening at leisure for your independent activities. Overnight at Hotel Hilton Janakpuri Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

15th Sep (Sun): Delhi sightseeing & depart for Singapore By: 9W 20 2220/0640+1 Early morning breakfast at Hotel. Post we will take you to Old Delhi. Beginning with the visit to Jama Masjid Built between 1644 and 1658, Jama Masjid is one of the last architectural works of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. The spacious courtyard of the Jama Masjid holds thousands of faithfuls. Jama Masjid which is located

in the centre of the old city, projects beautifully into the Old Delhi skyline and it’s of the largest great mosques of India.

Followed by the heritage walk into the bylanes of Chandni Chowk - Chandni Chowk is the main street of the old city of Delhi (Shahjahanabad). Chandni Chowk, literally means moonlight square and derives its name from the fact that originally, a canal ran down the centre of the street with pools at major intersections which would reflect moonlight. Today, the stream is gone and Chandni Chowk is an extremely busy road. There are shops, schools, residences, places of worship, old and new along the road later hop onto a Rickshaw to discover the bustling streets with traditional businesses and view of façade of the imposing .

Afterwards we will transfer you back at Hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure or for last minute shopping. (Rooms will be booked till your departure transfer from the hotel)

Later, you will be met by our representative at hotel lobby for the departure transfer to an International Airport to board the flight for Singapore. ------

Cost per person: $ 1400 adult twin/triple & $ 385 single room supplement. Travel Trade staff & spouse only: $ 1290 adult twin/triple (Includes: Airport taxes but subject to change!!) BOOKINGS CLOSE 20 JULY!

Includes: • Jet Airways return airfare to Delhi • Jet Airways return domestic airfare to Srinagar • Airport taxes for all flights - subject to change!! • 6 nights accommodation 4* hotels/houseboat • All meals ie. full board basis (B/L/D) • Transport by air-con coach (non air-con Toyota Innova in Srinagar) • Shikara ride on Dal Lake • Cable car ride in Gulmarg (1st phase) • English speaking guide with the group • Entrance fees to monuments • 2 bottles of mineral water (500ml) per pax/day

Excludes: • India visa fees @ $ 55 • Tips for driver/guides $ 60 • personal expenses, camera fee, etc.

NB: Bookings with non-refundable deposit of $ 500. Balance by 7th Aug ’13! Submit passport & IC copy, meal preference, e-mail id, home & mobile number.

MUSTAFA AIR TRAVEL PTE LTD No. 5 Verdun Road SPA Building Singapore 207274 Tel: 64190753 & 64190754 email: [email protected]