Day 01: Delhi - Srinagar
On your arrival in Srinagar, you will be received by our representative
and transferred to Deluxe Houseboat. In the late afternoon, enjoy a
Shikara ride on the Dal Lake and visit the floating and vegetable
gardens etc. Also experience the walnut woodcarving and papier machie
making demonstration. Enjoy the sumptuous dinner and stay overnight in
the Deluxe Houseboat.
Day 02: In Srinagar
In the morning get ready for an excursion to the celebrated Mughal
-Nishat Bagh and Shalimar Bagh. Nishat Bagh (Abode of pleasure) was
built by Asif Khan, brother of Empress Noorjehan in 1632 AD. Shalimar
Bagh (Abode of love) was built by Jehangir for his wife Noor Jehan.
Situated on the bank of Dal Lake, these gardens are overlooked by
picturesque Zabarwan Mountains. The distance from Srinagar to these
gardens is about 12 and 15 kms respectively. Enroute visit the
carpet-weaving factory. Have dinner and spend the night in the Deluxe
Houseboat.
Day 03: In Srinagar
Enjoy the whole day by shopping and other individual activities. You
can visit the Shankaracharya temple and the famous Hazratbal Mosque.
Kashmir is famous for its exquisite handicrafts which are prized the
world over for their artistry and fine craftsmanship. The main shopping
areas for handicrafts are the Boulevard, Dalgate, Residency Road and Lal
Chowk. Browse for pashmina and jamawar shawls; Kashmiri carpets and
rugs. Have dinner in the Deluxe Houseboat and spend the night there.
Day 04: Srinagar - Delhi
After having breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport to catch
a flight to Delhi.
