Explore the haven of India- Kashmir

Explore the haven of India- Kashmir

Duration: 5Days/4Nights

Standard Price: 

Tour cost starts from USD 360 per pax (Minimum 4 Pax)

Day01: Srinagar

[Dinner]

On arrival at Srinagar, you will be met by our representative and transfer you to Houseboat. Afternoon Leave for Mughal Gardens visiting Nishat Bagh (Abode of pleasure) built by Asif Khan brother in law of Jehangir in 1632 AD. And Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love) built by Jehangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan. All the gardens are situated on the bank of Dal Lake with the Zabarwan Mountains in the background. The distance from Srinagar to the said gardens is about 12 and 15 kms respectively. Enroute visit carpet-weaving factory and old Srinagar city. Dinner overnight in Deluxe Houseboats

Day02: Srinagar–Gulmarg 45 kms

[Breakfast & Dinner]

After breakfast drive to Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers) 2730 Mts. above sea level. The distance of 60 kms will be covered in about 2 hrs. Gulmarg has one of the best Ski slopes in the world and highest golf course of the world with 18 holes. One can also have the view of Nanga Parbhat if weather permits. The view enroute from Tangmarg to Gulmarg is fascinating. One can also have a short trek up to Khilangmarg, which can be covered in about 3 hrs. Also enjoy sledge riding on snow. Chair Lifts for mountain ride are also available. Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 03: GULMARG/PAHALGAM 149 Kms

[Breakfast & Dinner]

After breakfast, leave from Gulmarg and drive to Pahalgam 2440 Mtrs (Vale of Kashmir) on the way visit Saffron fields and Avantipur ruins which is eleven hundred years old temple. Finally by the lunch time you will reach Pahalgam which is the most famous place for Indian Film Industry. After lunch enjoy the nature charm of the valley. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 04: PAHALGAM / SRINAGAR 93 Kms

[Breakfast & Dinner]

After breakfast leave Pahalgam and drive to Srinagar at lunch time you will reach into the hotel. Afternoon free for personal activities. Overnight at Hotel

Day05: Srinagar Airport Drop

[Breakfast]

After breakfast transfer to airport to catch flight

Inclusions:

           

1. Accommodation on twin sharing basis in premium properties

2. All breakfasts and Dinner

3. Deluxe Houseboat Dinner & Breakfast

4. Tavera/Similar for the entire travel

5. Shikara ride on Dal Lake

6. Fuel charges, Toll & Parking charges

7. All local sightseeing as per the above program

8. All taxes

Exclusions:

1. All entry charges to the monuments & various sightseeing places

2. All expenses other than listed above

Kindly note:

Room availability is subject to early confirmation

Rates are subject to change and room availability

Hotels Offered

         Srinagar         : 02 Nights Deluxe Houseboat/Similar

Pahalgam      : 01 Night Hotel Baisaran/Similar 

Gulmarg        : 01 Night Hotel Poshwan/Similar 

If the hotel rooms are unavailable for the aforesaid hotels, we shall make arrangements for room confirmation in similar hotels

Puskar Fair-Camel Festival

These spiritual destinations are considered as Mecca and must visit spiritual destination of India Tours. It is told that in a battle lord Brahma killed the demon Vajra Nabh with a holy flower lotus, whose flower petal blew down to earth and brought in three distinguishes in and around Pushkar where lakes sprang up. According to legends, Pushkar Lake was surrounded by 500 temples and 52 palaces (various rajas and maharajas preserved palaces here for religious journey) at one point. Today, the Brahma temple of Rajasthan is considered to be the most substantial temple and is, in fact, the solely Brahma temple of India!

So, the tourists who want to explore Rajasthan in its incredible zestfulness, fairs and festivals of Rajasthan especially the Pushkar Fair is the best time and the best means to realize the spiritual attraction while navigating the spiritual city of Pushkar and its vibrant culture. Among all the fairs and festivals of Rajasthan, this Pushkar Fair is the most appealing and most famous among the international travelers and tourists.

The picturesque lake of Pushkar is set in a valley about 11 kilometres northwestward of another famous spiritual city of Rajasthan Dargah Shariff of Hazrat Khwaja Muinuddin Chisty - an ornament to the city of Ajmer. The city of Ajmer is surrounded by hills on three sides and sand dunes on its one side. 

Pushkar Fair draws a fascinating location and a suiting backdrop for the yearly the world’s largest cattle fair. The local people in their turbaned heads, colorful humeral veil and skirts of women, bestow alive the exsiccated desert escape. The attire of village women with coloured clothes makes the entire Pushkar Fair a colourful one. At Pushkar Lake, alcohol and non-vegetarian food is prohibited as it is purely sacred destination Tours of India.

These five days of Pushkar Fair are a point of rest and jollification for the dwellers, in spite of being the most meddling for them, as this is one of the biggest cattle fairs in India and the largest Camel Fair in the world where animals, mainly camels, are brought from miles around. Trading is brisk as several thousand heads of cattle exchange hands. All the camels in the Pushkar Fair are cleaned, washed, decorated, some are interestingly shorn to class patterns, and exceptional stalls are set up selling attire and jewelry for the camels. Camels at the Pushkar fair are adorned with great care. 

They bear jewelry of silver and drops. There are silver bells and bangles roughly their ankles that jingle-jangle when they pass by. A pertaining rite is the shrill of a camel’s nose. During this Pushkar Fair, camel races contest is being held. The most eye catching event is the camel beauty contest, where they are ornamented and demonstrated. The camels fleece before the herds, savoring every minute of the attention they get. It is also believed that for five days each year, all the gods visit Pushkar and consecrate the devout. This explains the unbelievable number of lovers who flock to the lake to wash off their sins.

The Pushkar Fair in Rajasthan in North India is an exotic celebration of the colors of life. Come to Pushkar on a Pushkar Tour and see the largest camel fair in the world. Watch folk dancers dressed in colorful costumes dance to the rhythm of a desert melody and see India Tours beauty contest with a difference - for the contestants are all camels! Pushkar is full of surprises, so prepare to be amazed by the color and energy of the desert carnival at Pushkar. You can enjoy tours to fascinating Pushkar with India Profile.
Pushkar is a pilgrimage site in the North Indian state of Rajasthan. For most of the year Pushkar is a tranquil town with a calm and relaxing ambience. If its tranquility you're looking for, you will find serenity amidst the sand dunes of Pushkar, on a Pushkar India Tours, for most of the year. Pushkar gets into a carnival mood during the Pushkar Fair or Pushkar Mela. Traditionally a camel trading event, the Pushkar Mela has grown to become an international tourist attraction. 

There are also performances by folk musicians and dancers at the Pushkar Fair. You can see the vibrant cultural heritage of Rajasthan on display at the Pushkar Mela. Traditional textiles and handicrafts are also on display. You can shop for silver jewellery and colorful Rajasthani clothes decorated with embroidery and mirror work, at the stalls on India Tours in the Pushkar Mela.

It is an occasion for villagers from far and near to gather together and enjoy a welcome break from their harsh life of the arid desert. And enjoy they do! In dazzling style and colors. It is an occasion for Hindu pilgrims to converge for a holy dip in the sacred Pushkar Lake to "wash away the sins of a lifetime" and pay obeisance at the you see India Tours only Brahma temple in the world.

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Five Reasons to Stopover Rajasthan

Rajasthan is one of the most charming & captivating states of India known for its forts, palaces, temples, culture, tradition, history, fairs & festivals, wildlife, nature, sand dunes, heritage hotels, and historical cities. It is a globally famous tourist destination in India where tourists can savor a lot. It is a destination where vacationers can retire completely at cozy beds in heritage hotels. It is a destination where adventure enthusiasts relish camel safari trip to rippling sand dunes and indulge in wildlife expedition. It is the destination where tourists can explore some of excellent art & architectures of India. In fact, it is a word visit travel and holiday destination in the country.

1) Land -Rajasthan is the largest state in the Indian Union. Geographically, the land of Rajasthan is more varied than any other region. It is a region of lofty rocks, rolling sand dunes, of burning heat and freezing cold, of fertile plains and deep wild glens and jungles. The Aravalli range, which is the oldest folded range in the world, divides the area into two natural divisions-North-West and South-East. Rajasthan, the extreme western province of India, is an enigmatic land of extreme beauty.

2) Culture And Tradition-    The Aravalli hills not only form a natural watershed in the province, but also mark an interesting transition and subtle changes in culture and dialects. The people of the state are gracious hosts and hospitality is deeply ingrained in local customs.

The song, dance, attire, jewelery and language reflect the richness of culture and a deep sense of aesthetics of the people of this region. The strong penchant for design is aptly reflected in the Architecture and craft and is visible in the historic to present buildings. One can see the traditional attire and jewelery far more readily in the villages than in the cities. Dazzling variations of style and colour are visible in the people's attire.

Rajasthan is land of festivals. While some festivals are religious in nature, others mark change of season. Lot of fanfare can be seen in the streets in the festive seasons. In many of these celebrations one can get to experience captivating song and dance.

3) Royal Cuisine- Cuisine of Rajasthan is an important aspect of Rajasthan Tourism. The cuisine is known for its taste and variety. The famous cities such as Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, and Bikaner offer their own specialty dishes to pamper the taste buds of tourists. From the vegetarian gastronomic delights to the lip smacking non-vegetarian dishes, Rajasthan Cuisineoffers a lot.

Feast on many gastronomic delights to your heart's content and round off your hearty meals with mouth-watering sweet dishes. The culinary delights of Rajasthan are greatly influenced by the Rajputs and Mughals who ruled here for ages. Vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian dishes are served here. Dal bati churma is the most famous vegetarian dish of the state. Do try tasty vegetarian dishes such as Kair Sangri, govind gatta, papad ki sabzi, alu mangori and alu samosa. The famous Non-Vegetarian dishes are Lal Maans (Red Meat) and Safed Maans (White Meat) prepared with almonds, cashew nuts and coconut. 

4) Heritage Forts and Palaces-There are many magnificent forts and elegant palaces in the state which are widely acclaimed by tourists and travelers. Tourists from all over the world visit this state especially to explore its magnificent monuments in the forms of forts, palaces, temples and havelis. Almost entire part of the state is dotted with some of architecturally beautiful monuments. The magnificent forts & palaces of the state narrate the legacy of royal kingdom and depict the excellent specimen of fine art & architecture. Perhaps, forts and palaces are among key factors why people prefer for tours and travels in Rajasthan, India. Khimsar Fort is the best heritage hotel of Rajasthan.Travel frequers look no further than Khimsar heritage Hotel for its World class ambience and amenities .Frequent Travellers choose Khimsar Palace to make Rajasthan visit memorable to cherish forever.

5) Sand Dunes Villages -

The Desert National Park has been established in the Great Thar Desert, 42km from Jaisalmer. One of the most popular excursions is to the sand dunes on the edge of the park. This is Jaisalmer’s Sahara-like desert, with huge, silky, undulating folds of sand. It’s best to be here at sunrise or sunset, and many camel safaris spend a night here, but it’s still possible to frame pictures of solitary camels against lonely dunes.Sand dunes villages are the speciality of “Kings of Land” Rakasthan. Sand Dunes villages are the preeminent place to stopover Rajasthan.

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Ranthambore National Park

Ranthambore National Park is one of the largest and most famous national parks in north India. It is named after the historic Ranthambhore fortress that is found within the park. Ranthambore is situated in the Sawai Madhopur district of southeastern Rajasthan, about 180 km from Jaipur. The park covers an area of 392 sq km (square kilometer).
The Government of India instituted Ranthambhore under the name of 'Sawai Madhopur Game Sanctuary' in 1955. The park was selected as a Project Tiger reserve in 1973. However, it was only in 1980 that Ranthambhore became a national park. Four years later, in 1984, the adjacent forests became the Sawai Man Singh Sanctuary and the Keladevi Sanctuary. The tiger reserve was further enlarged in 1991 to include these two sanctuaries.
Bound to the north by the Banas river and to the south by the Chambal river, Ranthambore lies at the edge of a plateau. There are several lakes here and it is home to a variety of plants and animals. However, Ranthambore's pride is the population of tigers that inhabit the park and it is also the site of one of the largest banyan trees in India.
Ranthambore National Park is open from October 1 to June 30. It remains closed to visitors between July and September every year. The ideal time to visit the park is between November and May, when the nature of the dry deciduous forests makes it easier to spot wildlife.

How to reach

The town and railway station closest to Ranthambore is Sawai Madhopur (11 km). It is situated on the Delhi-Mumbai railway line and is also linked by rail to Jaipur and Agra. The nearest airports are at Jaipur and Kota.
If travelling by train, Ranthambore is 362 km from Delhi, 227 km from Agra, 1027 km from Bombay, 108 km from Kota and 132 km from Jaipur.
Ranthambore is 480 km by road from Delhi (via Dausa) and 180 km from Jaipur (via Tonk).

Wildlife

Ranthambore National Park is famous for its tiger population, and is considered to be one of the best places in the country to observe these magnificent animals. The tigers have also made Ranthambore one of the most filmed wildlife reserves in the world.
In addition to the tiger, Ranthambore National Park is home to the leopard, striped hyena, sambar deer, chital, nilgai, common or hanuman langur, macaque, jackal, sloth bear, blackbuck, the Indian wild boar, chinkara, common palm civet or toddy cat, desert cat, fivestriped palm squirrel, Indian flying fox, Indian fox, long eared hedgehog, ratel (honey badger) and many more. The amphibian species residing in the park consist of the common India toad and the common frog.
Due to the abundance of lakes and streams, the park is home to reptiles such as the snub nosed marsh crocodile, desert monitor lizard, tortoise, banded krait, cobra, common krait, Ganga soft shelled turtle, Indian python, North Indian flap shelled turtle, rat snake, Russell's viper, saw-scaled viper and Indian chamaeleon.
Ranthambore has an excellent population of resident and migrant birds due to its varied terrain and abundance of water. Some of the best birdwatching locations are Malik Talao, the Ranthambore Fort, Rajbagh Talao, Padam Talao and the Jhalra area.
Some of the most important birds found in Ranthambore include the graylag goose, woodpecker, Indian gray hornbill, common kingfisher, bee-eater, cuckoo, rose-ringed parakeet, Asian palm swift, barn owl, nightjar, pigeon, dove, crake, snipe, sandpiper, gull, tern, Great crested grebe, eagles, darter, cormorant, great egret, grey heron, bitterns, flamingo and ibis.

Geography and Climate

The terrain is made up of massive rock formations, steep scarps, perennial lakes and streams, and forest area that opens up into large areas of savannah. The terrain of Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary fluctuates between impregnable forests and open bush land. The forest is of the typically dry deciduous type, with the dhok (Anogeossis pendula) being the most prominent tree.
In summer, the temperature ranges between 35 °C - 47 °C. Tourists visiting during this time can expect a hot day out, especially if they come between April and June. In the winters, especially between November and February, the mornings tend to be extremely cold and it is advisable to wear several layers of warm clothing. It is usually pleasant during the day time but it begins to get colder once again as evening approaches.

Additional Information

In 1982, the tiger population recorded at Ranthambore stood at 44. By 2005, this number had fallen to 26. However, in 2008, 34 adult tigers were found in Ranthambhore National Park (according to non-government sources), along with more than 14 tiger cubs.
The increase in the number of tigers was largely attributed to sustained efforts by forest officials to curb poaching. The methods used to reduce poaching included offering incentives to villagers in the region to stay out of the park and installing surveillance cameras. In addition, the Indian government has set aside $153 million for tiger conservation.


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Heritage Fort Neemrana Palace...

If you come to Rajasthan than Visit Fort Neemrana Palace......

What was first spotted in 1977 as a vast and splendid ruin, has since become 
synonymous in India as a foremost example of architectural restoration-for-reuse.

The Neemrana 'non-hotel' Hotel brand of hospitality hinges on the 
real – not necessarily on the ever-escalating standards of more. A very perceptive comment, 
soon after it opened, made them conscious of our approach. Queen Elizabeth's niece, 
Princess Sarah Armstrong-Jones, on her honeymoon at 
Neemrana Fort-Palace, wrote in our visitors' book: 'Simplicity 
and style are so difficult to achieve together. Neemrana is t
he most beautiful place we've stayed anywhere in the world.' 
The 'most beautiful' may have had a lot to do with the honeymoon,
 but to extract such a wholesome compliment from what had been a complete ruin; 
inhabited by bats and civet cats, only six years earlier, says 
a lot in favour of the restoration and re-use of ruined historical sites.

Neemrana has not so much raised the bar of Indian hospitality, 
but it has worked concertedly towards creating another niche 
whereby the experiencing of history and its architectural treasures 
has now become a part of the Indian tourism repertoire. 
That too from ruins – turning India's waste into its assets. 
It is for this ‘experiential authenticity' that the Neemrana ‘
non-hotel' Hotels have now come to be known for. 
Two unconnected comments, one from Europe and the other from Asia testify to this, 
on their own steam:

We don’t let history become a bygone!

The 15th century Neemrana Fort-Palace holds innovative, 
open-air conferences in winter, overlooking the open, unending countryside 
– till eternity. Or in a variety of interiors. With 6 acres of palaces tiered 
over 12 levels, there is more history and many more terrace views than can be
 digested in just one visit.

Zipping

Above the fairyland fort of Neemrana lies India's first “zip tour” , a thrilling new aerial adventure.
This is ideally suited for team building activities with colleagues, who are normally boxed in
work cabins, by new camaraderie and sharing....

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Wedding and Celebrations

Weddings & CelebrationsMany elaborate, fairy-tale weddings have been
held at the different indoor and outdoor venues which Neemrana
offers. Glowing majestically, Neemrana also hosts anniversaries,
birthdays and other memorable...

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Camel Cart

The 11-tiered Fort-Palace, built over six acres, has its
own labyrinthine joys. Remember nobody got lost here forever!
Once you’ve rested, stroll the Neemrana’s gardens.

You can also discover the environs on foot or by camel cart, riding...

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Pool & Health Spa

Raj Kund, the pool-on-the plateau, stretches  above the landscape to the
horizon surrounded by many sun-deck terraces. Neemrana’s Ayurvedic
 spa  soothes the nerves and revitalises the stressed, urban body.

A host of treatments,...

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Cultural Event

Culture Regular weekend performances organised by the Neemrana
Music Foundation enrich the theatre of your life.Besides India’s
leading dancers & musicians, foreign artistes have also performed for
guests & delegates.

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Step Well

Neemrana's hill-fort and 18thc. stepwell both lie at 500 mts.
Trek up or walk the sand dunes to descend 9 storeys below
the ground. This famine-relief project was once used as a caravanserai by tired travellers.

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