Golden Triangle with The Paradise on Earth

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  • Duration : 17 Nights / 18 Days
  • Start city : Delhi 
Overview

Hailed as the ‘Abode of Snow’, the mighty Himalayas in India present a sight to behold. Even words fall short to describe its unparalleled beauty. Thus, spending delightful moments in the lap of Himalayas is an absolute delight. Natural streams, massive lakes, colorful valleys, Alpine meadows grace these much-thronged hill spots. Home to many of Earth’s highest peaks, the Himalayas offer adventure opportunities, picturesque sights and incredible tourism options. They are also the dwelling place of exotic species of flora and fauna. Thus, one can partake in white water river rafting, wildlife safaris and other amusing activities here. Furthermore, holidays in the Himalayas take you to unexplored Ladakh or scenic Manali, Shimla, Nainital, and other hill stations. Or simply enjoy camping, paragliding, trekking or so on. Pictorial train rides are available in the charming mountain railways. No doubt, Himalayas are an assortment of the best holiday experiences in India.

Highlights
  • Go for sightseeing in Delhi.
  • Explore iconic monuments and UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Qutub Minar & Humayun’s Tomb.
  • Witness the exhilarating beauty of Srinagar, oft called a ‘Paradise on Earth’.
  • Admire the Nanga Parbhat nestled amidst the mesmerizing Gulmarg. 
  • Go on a Shikara ride over Dal Lake.
Itinerary

Upon arrival at the New Delhi you will be transferred to the hotel. Check into the hotel and relax. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

 

  • Overnight :
  • Delhi

After breakfast, set off for a sightseeing tour of Delhi city. You’ll first go for Old Delhi sightseeing, starting with Jama Masjid, the country's largest mosque, built-in 1656. The mosque's courtyard is capable of holding 25,000 devotees at once. Next, visit Old Delhi’s oldest and biggest market Chandni Chowk. Later, enjoy a rickshaw ride from Fatehpuri Masjid to the impressive red sandstone monument of Red Fort. Here, our driver will pick you up and drive you to Raj Ghat, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi - Father of the Nation. Afterward, proceed to Humayun’s Tomb, an early example of fine Mughal architecture in India, built-in 1565. Humayun's Tomb is often said to be the inspiration behind the Taj Mahal.  Later, drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan (President’s House), Parliament House, and India Gate - a war memorial constructed in the memory of 70,000 Indian soldiers who fought in World War I. Lastly visit Qutub Minar, a soaring tower of victory. Its construction was commenced in 1193 under the supervision of Islamic ruler Qutub-ud-din-Aibak, immediately after the defeat of the last Hindu Kingdom in Delhi. The marble and red sandstone-built structure is nearly 73 meters tall and tapers from a 15-meter-diameter base to just 2.5 meters at the top.

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  • Delhi

After breakfast, our representative will transfer you to Delhi railway station to board the train to Agra. On arrival at Agra, proceed for Agra sightseeing. The city of Agra is home to Taj Mahal which perhaps is the world’s most photographed monument. Pay a visit to this beautiful edifice commissioned in the 17th century by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his loving wife. Then, visit the massive Agra Fort, an elegant building that reflects a perfect fusion of the Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles with massive courtyards, mosques & private chambers. Next, visit the Mehtab Bagh, an extension of the Taj Mahal Garden, located on the other side of the river. In the evening, our representative will transfer you to Agra railway station to board the train for Delhi. 

 

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  • Delhi

After breakfast, our representative will transfer you to Delhi airport to board the flight for onward destination Srinagar. Upon arrival at the Srinagar airport you will be transferred to the pre-booked houseboat. Evening free to enjoy Shikara ride on Dal Lake. 

  • Overnight :
  • Srinagar

After breakfast, you will proceed for full day sightseeing tour of Srinagar. Srinagar (5,200 Ft), is also known as "Paradise on Earth" and is one of India’s top tourist draws. Explore the famous Mughal Gardens portraying a fine example of the Mughal style of garden design and architecture. The Mughal gardens are a combination of three renowned gardens developed over a period of time during the seventeenth century. The Shalimar Bagh (the Abode of Love) - the largest was laid by Emperor Jehangir in 1619, Nishat Bagh (the Garden of Pleasure) - a beautiful terraced garden with a backdrop of the beautiful mountains, and the Chashme-Shahi (the Royal Spring) - one of the most charming of the gardens along the banks of the Dal Lake, was laid by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1632. Visit Shankaracharya temple, the holiest Hindu shrine of Kashmir.

 

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  • Srinagar

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Gulmarg, also known as Meadow of Flowers. Gulmarg has one of the best Ski slopes in the world and highest golf course of the world. An unplugged view of Nanga Parbhat awaits you, on a bright day. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel. Later, enjoy gondola ride. You can also have a short trek upto Khilangmarg, which can be covered in about 3 hrs. Also enjoy sledge riding on snow. Chair Lifts for mountain ride are also available.

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  • Gulmarg

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Pahalgam. Also known as Vale of Kashmir. On the way visit Saffron fields and Avantipur ruins. By afternoon, you will reach Pahalgam which is the most famous place for Indian Film Industry. On arrival, check in to the hotel and relax. Later, enjoy the nature charm of the valley.

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  • Pahalgam

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Srinagar. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and relax. Rest of the day at leisure for shopping or individual activities.

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  • Srinagar

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Kargil, on the way to Kargil enjoy the local villages (Sonmarg) and many fascinating places. Later, proceed to Kargil. Kargil is a district of Ladakh region in Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. Kargil lies near the Line of Control facing Gilgit–Baltistan to the west, and Kashmir valley to the south. Zanskar is part of Kargil district along with Suru, Wakha and Dras valleys. Upon arrival, check in at hotel and relax. Evening is at leisure. Overnight stay in Kargil.

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  • Kargil

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Leh. En route visit Lamayuru; Lamayuru is a small village in Ladakh, midway between Kargil and Leh. The structure of the hill was formed such a way that it looks like an alien planet. People called it Moonland. On arrival, visit Lamayuru Monastery. Later, proceed to Leh. Leh town offers a number of sightseeing options for the visitors. A historic town that served as the royal capital of the Old Kingdom, it is dominated by the nine-storey palace built by King Singge Namgyal in the grand tradition of Tibetan architecture, which is said to have inspired the famous Potala in Lhasa built about half a century later.Upon arrival at Leh, check in to the hotel and relax. 

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  • Leh

After breakfast, rest of the day free for acclimatization. You may go for shopping or individual activities.

  • Overnight :
  • Leh

After breakfast, proceed for the full day sightseeing of Leh. Visit Shey Monastery - The Shey Monastery or Gompa and the Shey Palace complex are structures located on a hillock inShey,15 kilometres (9.3 mi) to the south of Leh in Ladakh, northern India on the Leh-Manali road. Shey was the summer capital of Ladakh in the past. Later visit Thikse Gompa or Thikse Monastery (also transliterated from Ladakhi as Tikse, Tiksey or Thiksey) (thiksok Nambar tak pe ling) is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery of the Yellow Hat (Gelugpa) sect, located on top of a hill, approximately 19 kilometres east of Leh in Ladakh, India. It is noted for its resemblance to thePotala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet and is the largest gompa in central Ladakh. Evening is at leisure. Overnight stay in Leh.

 

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  • Leh

After breakfast, you will visit the Khardung La. It Takes you to the highest motorable road of in the world Khardongla (18,380 feet or 5,578 m). Nubra Valley lies in the north of Leh. Apart from unparalleled trekking opportunities, the valley has several Buddhists monasteries such as Sumor, Tigar and 350 years old Diskit monastery. Later, proceed back to Leh.

 

 

  • Overnight :
  • Leh

After breakfast, proceed for the day excursion to Pangong Lake 14,500 ft, through Changla Pass 17,350 ft. (third Highest Motorable road in the world.). Pangong Tso (or Banggong Co Lake) is an endorheic lake in the Himalayas situated at a height of about 4,350 m (14,270 ft). It is 134 km (83 mi) long and extends from India to Tibet. 60% of the length of the lake lies in China. The lake is 5 km (3.1 mi) wide at its broadest point. During winter the lake freezes completely, despite being saline water. The lake is in the process of being identified under the Ramsar Convention as a wetland of international importance. This will be the first trans-boundary wetland in South Asia under the convention. In the evening, proceed back to Leh.

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  • Leh

After an early breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Sarchu via through Tanglang La Pass. At Pang you can stop for lunch and continue driving to Lachungla Pass, at a height of 5065 mts. Upon arrival at Sarchu, check in to the tented accommodation. Evening is at leisure.

  • Overnight :
  • Sarchu

After breakfast, check out from the tented accommodation and drive to Manali. En route visit Keylong; The stunning Keylong region boasts of mesmerizing views, clean ambiance, and old rolling mountains. As you reach, complete the check-in formalities at the hotel. If time and energy permit, take a walk around the place, savoring the scenic beauty and serenity. Later, proceed to Manali. Manali, a very popular hill station, is surrounded by high snow-covered peaks in the beautiful green Beas valley. The place is known for its mountain adventure activities. Upon arrival in Manali, check-in at the hotel. Spend the rest of the day free at leisure. 

 

  • Overnight :
  • Manali

After breakfast, proceed for the full day sightseeing of Manali. Visit Hadimba Temple, an ancient cave temple dedicated to Hadimba Devi, a mythological figure from the Indian epic Mahabharata. Vasishta Hot Springs, renowned for its temples and sulfur hot springs, endowed with great healing powers. Manu Temple, the temple is dedicated to the Indian sage Manu who is said to be the creator of the world and the writer of Manusmriti. Visit Tibetan Monasteries. Walk around the mall in the afternoon.

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  • Manali

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Delhi. On arrival, our representative will transfer you to Delhi airport to board the flight for onward destination. Our services will terminate here leaving you with sweet & unforgettable memories.

 

Inclusions
  • Accommodation with breakfast for 17 nights.
  • Rickshaw ride in Delhi.
  • Train tickets in air-conditioned Chair car for Delhi / Agra / Delhi sectors.
  • Shikara Ride in Srinagar
  • Gandola Ride in Gulmarg.
  • English Speaking guide for sightseeing.
  • A Bottle of water per person, every day during your Tour.
  • All sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as per itinerary 
  • All Assistance by GeTS holidays representatives on arrival & departure.
  • All applicable government tax, toll tax, parking, interstate tax etc.
Exclusions
  • Entrances Fees to monuments/sightseeing places.
  • Any Personal Expenses.
  • Any other services not mentioned above.
Spotlight Of Tour
Duration : 17 Nights / 18 Days
Starting price : Per Person
Route : Delhi - Agra - Srinagar - Gulmarg - Pahalgam - Srinagar - Kargil - Leh - Sarchu - Manali – Delhi
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