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Kashmir With Golden Triangle Group Tour 9 Days 8 Nights

Kashmir and the Golden Triangle of India are two of the country’s most captivating travel destinations, offering a unique blend of breathtaking natural beauty and rich cultural heritage.

Kashmir: Often referred to as “heaven on earth,” Kashmir is renowned for its stunning landscapes, including snow-capped mountains, serene lakes, and lush green valleys. Key attractions include:

  • Dal Lake: Known for its picturesque houseboats and Shikara rides.
  • Mughal Gardens: Reflecting the region’s horticultural richness with vibrant flora.
  • Gulmarg and Pahalgam: Ideal for adventure seekers, offering activities like trekking and skiing.
  • Apple Orchards: Adding to the scenic beauty and providing a taste of local produce.

The Golden Triangle: Comprising Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, the Golden Triangle offers a fascinating journey through India’s historical and cultural landmarks:

  • Delhi: The bustling capital where ancient history meets modernity, featuring attractions like the Red Fort and Qutub Minar.
  • Agra: Home to the world-famous Taj Mahal, a symbol of love and architectural brilliance.
  • Jaipur: Known as the “Pink City,” showcasing royal heritage through majestic forts and palaces, such as Amer Fort and Hawa Mahal.

Experience Highlights:

  • Historical Exploration: The Golden Triangle’s monuments and palaces offer a deep dive into India’s rich past.
  • Natural Splendor: Kashmir’s landscapes provide a tranquil escape amidst nature.
  • Cultural Immersion: Both regions offer opportunities to experience local cuisines, vibrant markets, and traditional crafts.
  • Adventure and Relaxation: From skiing in Kashmir to exploring bustling bazaars in Jaipur, there’s something for every type of traveler.

Together, Kashmir and the Golden Triangle provide a diverse travel experience that captures the essence of India’s natural beauty and cultural depth, appealing to a wide range of travelers seeking adventure, relaxation, or historical exploration.

Included/Excluded

  • 08 nights’ accommodation.
  • Breakfast & and dinner throughout the tour.
  • Non-air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour
  • Local transportation in Pahalgam & Gulmarg
  • A/C Transportation in Delhi 
  • All expenses related to vehicles
  • 01 Hour Shikara ride on the Dal Lake.
  • Gondola cable car rides in Gulmarg (Phase-1) 
  • Monument entry, wildlife, and Red Cross entry fees
  • 02 bottles of mineral water per person per day
  • All presently applicable taxes
  • Expenses of a personal nature like any soft and hard drinks, phone calls, camera fees, etc​
  • Any sports/adventure activities in Srinagar/Pony ride etc
  • Economy class Delhi- Srinagar–Delhi flight with 15 kg check-in and 7 kg hand luggage.
  • Indian Visa
  • International Airfare  
  • Hiring clothes to visit Gulmarg
  • Any portage expense.
  • Travel insurance

Tour Plan

Day 01: Arrival Delhi (Flight TBA)

Namaste and welcome to Delhi!!​

Upon arrival at Delhi airport, a SafeHands representative will warmly meet and assist you at the airport and accompany you to your hotel.​

Overnight stay at hotel ​

Day 02: Delhi – Srinagar (Flight) & Sightseeing

Morning on-time transfer to the airport to board the flight for Srinagar, is famous for its Mughal gardens, such as Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashme Shahi, which are meticulously manicured and adorned with vibrant flowers and fountains. These gardens offer a tranquil retreat and showcase the architectural splendor of the Mughal era.​

Upon arrival at Srinagar airport, our representative will meet and transfer to the hotel.​

By afternoon will visit Mughal Gardens, Nishat Garden known as the ‘Garden of Pleasure’ built in the 16th century (1633) by Mughal King Asif Khan. In the evening you take a shikhara ride on the world-famous Dal Lake, where you visit the floating vegetable gardens & Open Dal Lake. While riding the Shikara there are plenty of opportunities for bird watching with plentiful species including Kingfisher, Little Bittern, Common Pariah Kites, Grebe, etc.​

By evening will visit Adi Shankara Temple and later visit to shop to buy some local handicrafts particularly famous for Pashmina. ​

Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel

Day 03: Srinagar - Day trip to Gulmarg (Drive 50 Km / 02 Hrs)

Morning post breakfast will drive to Gulmarg, called as “Meadow of Flowers”. ​

On arrival visit the 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 2,650 m, and is the country's premier ski resort in the winter. One Can go for the Gondola Ride up to 1st or 2nd Phase. The Gulmarg Gondola is a tourist attraction in itself. It is one of the highest cable cars in the world, reaching 3,979 metres. The two-stage ropeway ferries about 600 people per hour to and from the gondola main station in Gulmarg to a shoulder of nearby Mt. Affarwat Summit (4,200 m (13,780 ft)). There are also countless off-piste possibilities through the beautiful Khilanmarg meadows on the foot of Mount Affarwat, which offer a scenic view of Nanga Parbat. The Affarwat ridge at 3850+ metres offer an avalanche-controlled ski area that offers a wide field of snow to descend 800 m in approximately 3 km of skiing, and is for advanced skiers only. Due to Gulmarg's steep terrain, the region is popular amongst advanced and extreme skiers from around the world and has been visited by a number of ski professionals and featured in a number of ski films also. The Gulmarg Golf Course is situated on the lower ranges of Gulmarg. Though golfing began in this region as early as the early 1920s, the present-day structure designed by Ranjit Nanda – a well-known golf course designer – was inaugurated only in 2011 by Omar Abdullah, the then Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir.​

Later will drive back to Srinagar. ​

Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel

Day 04: Srinagar - Day trip to Sonmarg (Drive 80 Km / 02 Hrs)

Morning post breakfast will check out and drive to Sonmarg, also known as "Meadow of Gold,". ​

Sonamarg is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, with snow-covered mountains, pristine glaciers, and colorful flower-filled meadows. The region is surrounded by majestic Himalayan peaks, including Kolhoi Peak and Amarnath Peak. It serves as a gateway to the famous Amarnath Yatra, an annual pilgrimage to the holy Amarnath Cave.​

On arrival, you will proceed to visit Thajiwas. Thajiwas is known for its stunning natural beauty, especially its snow-covered peaks, glaciers, and picturesque landscapes. We can reach Thajiwas by taking a short pony ride or trekking through the scenic trails.​

During the summer months, Thajiwas is a popular spot for picnics and outdoor activities. The meadows and rolling hills surrounding Thajiwas offer opportunities for leisurely walks, pony rides, and enjoying the pleasant weather. Many tourists visit Thajiwas to experience the breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains, vibrant flowers, and gushing streams.​

After this will back to Srinagar. ​

Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel

Day 05: Srinagar – Pahalgam (Drive 100 km / 3Hrs)

After breakfast drive to“Pahalgam” called as “Valley of Shepherds”. Pahalgam is situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder River, Pahalgam (2,130 m) was once a humble shepherd's village with breathtaking views. Enjoy the nature & walk around the bank of river Lidder. Pahalgam is famous for some trekking routes also & is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. ​

Pahalgam is also famous for Indian film Industry (Bollywood). Now it is Kashmir's premier resort, cool even during the height of summer when the maximum temperature does not exceed 25 Degree C. Upon arrival, check in to the pre-arranged Hotel. Early afternoon we will leave for Pahalgam sightseeing to explore the Beauty of “Pahalgam.

One can go to Aru (10 kms from Pahalgam) which is a fine meadow of picturesque scenery and starting point of trekking of (Liddarwat, Kolahoi Glacier &Trsar Lake) &Betaab Valley. We will visit one of the valleys as proposed below.​

On arrival will take the local vehicle and proceed for visit ARU VALLEY, BETAAB VALLEY, CHANDANWARI.​

Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel

Day 06 : Pahalgam – Srinagar (Drive 100 km/ 4 hrs) – Delhi (Flight) – Agra (230km/4Hrs)

Morning at leisure and enjoy the beauty of Pahalgam. ​

post breakfast will check out and drive to Srinagar airport to board the flight for Delhi.​

Upon arrival at Delhi airport, Our representative will warmly meet and assist you at the airport and drive to Agra. ​

Agra is the home of one of the most Agra, the capital city during the Mughal period is famous for it’s love story which lead to the establishment of the one of the seven wonders of the world. It is the hosting city of three UNESCO sites as it is glorified with the presence and Taj Mahal is one of them.​

Dinner & Overnight Stay at hotel​

Day 07: Agra – Abhaneri – Jaipur (Drive 250 km / 05 Hrs.)

We will start our day by exploring the Taj Mahal, (Closed on Friday) at Sunrise, this beautiful monument looks most beautiful when golden Sun rays create magic on the white marble dome. The entry gate to the Taj Mahal opens at Sunrise with a long queue during morning hours therefore we will reach at least 30 minutes before sunrise to be there on time to get the best glimpse of the Taj Mahal. (Note: Except for your passport & and camera nothing is allowed inside even water You will get along with the tickets so don’t carry anything). To protect the monument from pollution our vehicle will be parked around a km before and from there either we can walk or have a Tanga ride or we can also have the battery bus. Taj Mahal is built in a huge complex and it would take around two hours to visit and then return to the hotel to have our breakfast.​

Later will drive to Jaipur. En-route will visit Abhaneri stepwell, Chand Baori, also known as Abhaneri Stepwell, is a massive 8th-9th century step well in Rajasthan, India with 3,500 steps over 13 stories extending 30 meters deep. Further, we drive to Jaipur. ​

Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 08 : Jaipur Sightseeing

Today will start our sightseeing at around 8.00 am and proceed first to Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), its beautiful 5 storeys façade having Jharokhsa (Smalls window) just besides the market road so your vehicle wouldn’t stop for more long and quickly clicks your photos and proceed to Amer Fort. Upon arrival at Amer Fort, a large number of approximate 300 + elephants will be queued to offer rides to tourists. Please note, it would be bit crowded and surrounded with hawkers therefore be careful and ignore them. Approximate 700 meter ascending elephant ride is fully safe and you can enjoy your ride to reach uphill. Like other fort this fort too a large fort and you can see the Hindu architecture in the building. Next will visit City Palace, the part of palace is converted into the museum and part is still a Royal residence and only museum part is open for public to visit. Next to Palace will visit the impressive Jantar – Mantar, which is an observatory containing 19 astronomical objects dating back to the time of Rajput King Sawai Jai Singh. It is world famous for its sundial along with other astronomical objects. This UNESCO world heritage site also includes brass and stone instruments. ​

Your Jaipur tour will be incomplete if you don’t visit the market may not for shopping but to experience and live the local life for a while, the colorful market, people, and Indian handicrafts will be fascinating and pose some magnificent shots to capture your camera. It would be a good idea to spend some time here and as souvenirs, you can buy handicrafts or clothes however I do not recommend you to buy any expensive items as it’s not guaranteed.

​ Day 09 : Jaipur - Delhi Sightseeing & Depart ​ ​

Morning post breakfast will proceed for Delhi sightseeing though the preferred time is 8.00 am. We will begin our tour from Old Delhi with remarkable monument Red Fort (From outside), built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in 1638 and Jama Masjid located across the road. We will walk through the streets to see marvelous architectural vision and appreciate the work of some 5000 unknown artisans behind these great monuments. Further we will enjoy the rickshaw ride through various markets of Chandni Chowk ​

By afternoons we will reach Lutyen’s Delhi and drive pass to India Gate which was built in the year 1931 to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I & the Afghan Wars, and President House, the official residence of President of India, formally known as the viceroy’s house during British rule. ​

Being lunch time now, we will taste some Indian food and proceed to five storey victory tower Qutab Minar built in 1193 by the founder of slave dynasty Qutab-ud-din-Aibak. ​

Finally we will conclude Delhi sightseeing with Akshardham temple (closed on Monday) a Hindu temple complex displaying millennia of traditional Hinduism, Indian culture, spirituality, and architecture. ​

After that transfer to Airport to Board your Flight to Your Hometown.

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