North India with Laddakh

Duration : 20 Nights / 21 Days
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Haridwar - Shimla - Amritsar - Jammu - Srinagar - Leh - Delhi Departure Enquire Now

DAY 01: ARRIVAL DELHI

Welcome upon arrival, our company executive will meet and assist you at the airport. Transfer to hotel and check in. today suggest you to get rid off from jetlag and overnight stay.

DAY 02: DELHI

After breakfast, visit INDIA GATE is the pride of Delhi. An imposing structure, the gate was built in memory to the of the 90,000 Indian soldiers who laid down their lives during World War I, RASHTRAPATI BHAWAN, JANTAR MANTAR, HUMAYUN TOMB Humayun died in 1556, and his widow Hamida Banu Begam, also known as Haji Begam, commenced the construction of his tomb in 1569, fourteen years after his death. It is the first distinct example of proper Mughal style, which was inspired by Persian architecture., QUTUB MINAR, JAMA MASJID of Delhi is the largest mosque in India. The Jama Masjid stands across the road in front of the Red Fort. Built between 1644 and 1658, Jama Masjid is one of the last architectural works of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Jama Masjid Mosque was built in red sandstone and marble by more than 5000 artisans. Originally called the Masjid-i-Jahan-Numa, RED FORT It is known as red fort because there is too much use of red stones in construction of red fort. Construction of red fort was completed by Shah Jahan in the year of 1648. Come back to hotel and overnight stay.

DAY 03: DELHI – JAIPUR (BY SURFACE 237 KM)

After breakfast, drive to Pink city Jaipur and reach in the hotel. Evening is free for leisure and overnight stay.
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DAY 04: JAIPUR

After breakfast, take an excursion to Amber fort built in 16th century, enjoy elephant ride. Check in and later visit HAWA MAHAL - a Palace of winds. Hawa Mahal is extraordinary, fairy-tale, pink sandstone, delicately honeycombed hive that rises a dizzying five storeys. It was constructed in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh to enable ladies of the royal household to watch the life and processions of the city. In the afternoon you will visit the CITY PALACE was built between 1729 and 1732 AD by Sawai Jai Singh II. He ruled in Amer and planned and built the outer walls of the palace and later rulers added to the architecture of this palace. Albert museum, walk to adjacent Jantar Mantar an astronomical observatory and birla mandi, Jal Mahal Possibly the most serene sight amidst the chaos of Jaipur is the beautiful Jal Mahal Jaipur, the Water Palace. This low-rise symmetrical palace, that once was a shooting lodge for the Maharajah, appears to float in the centre of Sagar Lake. The light sand coloured stone walls of the Jal Mahal Jaipur are at a stark contrast to the deep blue of the waters of the lake, while from the innards of the palace lush foliage sprouts. Come back to hotel and overnight stay.

DAY 05: JAIPUR – AGRA (BY SURFACE 226KM)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Agra enroute visit Fatehpur sikri - the deserted red sandstone city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in honour of the great Sufi saint Salim Chisti ; its magnificence and uniqueness offers a fine example of the emperor's architectural finesse. Visit Panch Mahal, jodha Bai Palace , Salim Chisti Dargah, Buland darwaza etc. Later continue drive to Agra and check in to hotel. Overnight stay.

DAY 06: AGRA – DELHI (BY SURFACE 206 KM)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and visit the Agra fort, built by the great Emperor Akbar, and the famous Taj Mahal-the symbol of love, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Itmad-ud- daulah Tomb This is precisely because Itmad ud Daula is the very first tomb in India that is entirely made out of Marble, Mehtab bagh The Garden complex, situated on the opposite bank of the Taj Mahal, is known as Mehtab Bagh, or “The Moonlight Garden”. Recent excavations revealed a huge octagonal tank furnished with 25 fountains, a small central tank and a baradari on the east, marble factory. Later in the evening drive to Delhi and check in to hotel. Overnight stay.
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DAY 07: DELHI - HARIDWAR (BY SURFACE 212 KM)

After breakfast, drive to haridwar and check in to hotel. Later visit Haridwar it is the one of the most famous place where people from all over the India visit for spirituality and to take a holy dip into the holy river Ganga. Haridwar is an ancient city and it is one of the most holy cities in India. Haridwar is also one of the four places where Kumbh Mela is organized. After little rest visit temples like Mansa devi & Kali mata mandir erc. In the evening join the Ganga aarti and come back to hotel. Overnight stay.

DAY 08: HARIDWAR EXCURSION RISHIKESH

After breakfast, take an excursion to Rishikesh. Rishikesh is a gateway to the Himalayas. The spectacular River Ganga is like pert of the city. Rishikesh is a place visited by several yogis and sages. They lived and practiced hard penance here. Rishikesh is world famous as Yoga capital of the world. Visit Lakshman Jhula, Ram Jhula, Swarg Ashram, Bharat Mandir, Swami Sivananda Ashram. In the evening enjoy Ganga ceremony at Triveni Ghat. Come back to Haridwar hotel and overnight stay.

DAY 09: HARIDWAR – SHIMLA (BY SURFACE 279 KM)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Shimla. Check in to hotel and in the Afternoon. Evening is free for leisure and overnight stay.
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DAY 10: SHIMLA

After breakfast, proceed for half day city tour visiting Indian Institute Of Advanced Studies, Sankat Mochan Temple and Jakhu temple. Evening free to stroll in the famous shopping place of Shimla town – The Mall & The Ridge. Later back to hotel and overnight stay.

DAY 10: SHIMLA – AMRITSAR (BY SURFACE 314 KM)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Amritsar. Check in to hotel and overnight stay.

DAY 11: AMRITSAR

Early check out from the hotel and transfer to railway station at 07:20 to board train to Amritsar and arrive at 13:40. Transfer to hotel and check in. after relaxation visit visit Golden temple - is not only a central religious place of the Sikhs, but also a symbol of human brotherhood and equality. Everybody, irrespective of cast, creed or race can seek spiritual solace and religious fulfilment without any hindrance. It also represents the distinct identity, glory and heritage of the Sikhs. Maharaja Ranjit Singh Summer Palace Museum- The summer place of Maharaja Ranjit Singh which is situated in the heart of Ram Bagh. Jallianwala bagh - involved the killing of hundreds of unarmed, defenceless Indians by a senior British militry officer, took place on 13 April 1919 in the heart of Amritsar, the holiest city of the Sikhs, on a day sacred to them as the birth anniversary of the Khalsa. Jallianvala Bagh, a garden belonging to the Jalla, derives name from that of the owners of this piece of land in Sikh times. Overnight stay.
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DAY 12: AMRITSAR – JAMMU - SRINAGAR BY FLIGHT

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Jammu to board flight to Srinagar at 15:00 & arrive Srinagar at 1600. Transfer to houseboat and check in. later go for Shikara ride in the Nagin lake and overnight stay.

DAY 13: SRINAGAR

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Srinagar. Check in to hotel and then visit Mughal Gardens (Chesmashahi, Nishat and Shalimar) - With terraced lawns, cascading fountains, paint-box-bright flowerbeds with the panorama of the Dal in front of them - the three Mughal Gardens of Chesmashahi, Nishat and Shalimar are the Mughal Emperors' concept of paradise and are today very popular places for picnics and excursions., Jama Masjid- s the biggest mosque in Kashmir Valley. Built in 1402, Jamia Masjid as it is popularly called reflects the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. A magnificent courtyard with 370 wooden pillars, the architecture here exemplifies the charm of Jama Masjid., Shankaracharya Temple - is situated at the periphery of Srinagar city is an ancient and on of the holiest place of Kashmir. It is the abode of Maha Shakti. The Divine mother of Shri Jagat Amaba Sharika Bagwati also known as Maha TRIPURSUNDHARI OR RAJESHWARI locally called HARIE. The EIGHTEEN ARMED goddess SHARIKA is regarded as the presiding deity (ISHT-DEVI) of Srinagar city, Hari Parbat etc. Overnight stay.

DAY 14: SRINAGAR –GULMARG (BY SURFACE 48KM)

After breakfast in the morning, proceed towards Gulmarg. Enroute you get to see the beautiful Tangmarg town and drive ahead on a scenic drive of 14 kilometers to Gulmarg. Arrive in Gulmarg early in the afternoon and check in at the hotel. Later, begin a short tour, boarding the Gondola cable car system (the 08 minutes ropeway). Descend back to Gulmarg after an hour and later indulge in some horse-riding. Stay overnight at hotel in Gulmarg.

DAY 15: GULMARG – PAHALGAM (BY SURFACE 137 KM)

After breakfast, we drive to Pahalgam and check-in at the hotel and local sightseeing of Pahalgam like Baisaran Hills - enclosed by a dense forest of pines, firs and cedars over the Lidder Valley, this makes for a perfect campsite. Sheshnag Lake -The lake is regarded sacred since ancient times as it lies on the pilgrimage route to the holy Amarnath Caves. Melted snow and mountainous streams feed Sheshnag Lake, which stays frozen and inaccessible during winters. Visit around the baisaran hills. This is heavenly beautiful town. Overnight stay.
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DAY 16: PAHALGAM – SONMARG – KARGIL (BY SURFACE 292 KM)

After breakfast we drive to Leh via Sonmarg, One of the most beautiful drive from Srinagar. Upon arrival in Kargil we check in at our hotel for overnight stay

DAY 17: KARGIL – ALCHI - LEH (BY SURFACE 219 KM)

After breakfast we drive to Alchi enroute visiting Lamayuru, Belongs to Dripung Kagyu (Red Hat) like Phyang. The oldest structure in Lamayuru is the Singey Lhakhang built by the founder of Alchi Lotsava Rinchen bzangpo in 11th century. After visiting Lamayuru we proceed further to Alchi enrote visiting Ridzong Gompa, known as the paradise for Meditation. drive to Leh enroute visiting Basgo is certainly the most impressive of Ladakhi citadels despite its ruined state, Likir gompa situated atop a windy cliff top overlooking the beautiful village of Likir & Phyang Gompa, located just 6 kms before Leh. Upon arrival in Leh you will met by our representative and check in at our hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 18: LEH

You start the day by visiting the Shey Palace ( summmer palace of the king during 16 th century ) Sindhu Darshan that is (Indus river) and then to Thikse monastery, which is one of the most vibrant and active monasteries in the Ladakh. Bulit in 16th century and is part of the Gelug-pa Sectand It is headed by successive reincarnations of the Khanpo Rimpoche. The Gompa is 12 storied and painted in deep shades of red, ochre and white and has evolved around a central courtyard with buildings surrounding it from three sides with the main dukhang, which houses numerous racks containing religious texts, the main alter lies a small chamber that contains images of revered deities.

Continue the trail to HEMIS Monastery, crossing over the Indus at the village of Karu village .The most famous and largest of Ladakh's monasteries, The central courtyard forms the focus for the masked dances held every year in summer,the dukhang, remnants of the original 17th century murals can be seen. The Monastery boasts of an excellent library and museum of well preserved frescoes and murals, silver gilt chortens and a Kashmiri lacquered wooden throne.Later drive back to Leh overnight stay.
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DAY 19: LEH – PANGONG LAKE (BY SURFACE 219 KM)

After an early breakfast we leave for Pangong Lake through Changla pass 5486 Mtrs. Pangong Lake, situated at 14,000 feet (4,267 m). A long narrow basin of inland drainage, hardly six to seven kilometer at its widest point and over 130km long, it is bisected by the international border between India and China. A few years back the government decided to open it to tourists though the lake and its surrounding is under army surveillance. Enjoy the landscape in the back drop of the Lake. One rarely feels so close to nature and environment and the scenery is unforgettable. Evening at leisure and overnight stay at the camp near lake.

DAY 20: PANGONG LAKE – LEH

Morning at leisure to explore the beauty of lake and later we drive back to leh enroute visiting Thiksey an impressive complex rising tier upon tier on a hill above the village & Shey, The ancient capital of Ladakh. Drive further to Leh and check in at our hotel for Overnight.

DAY 21: LEH – DELHI BY FLIGHT DEPARTURE

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to airport to board flight to Delhi at 1030 & arrive at 1150. From Delhi airport board onward flight to home with everlasting memories of India.
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