Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Delhi, capital city of India and a massive metropolitan area in the country’s northern region. Upon arrival, proceed to your hotel for check-in.

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Passengers taking morning flight on Air India will spend the day free at leisure upon arrival.

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After breakfast, embark on your city tour to explore both the old and new Delhi with a view of the Red Fort before stopping by to visit Jama Masjid Mosque, one of the largest mosques in India. Continue your journey to view the India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan, the official residence of the President of India. Stop by Humayun’s Tomb, the tomb of Mughal Emperor. Get mesmerized by the Persian and Mughal elements in its structure which was listed under UNESCO World Heritage site in 1993 before proceeding to view Lotus Temple, notable for its “lotus-like” shape which was built in 1986 and is one of the prominent attractions of the city. After lunch, proceed to Agra, a heritage city first founded in the year 1504.

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Today, visit India’s finest architecture of Agra city and strike off your bucket list with Agra Fort, a historical fort where Mughal Emperor Humayun was crowned at in 1530 and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its importance during Mughal Empire ruling. Continue to visit Taj Mahal, one of the Seven New Wonders of the World. Stroll along the pathway to the mausoleum and get romantic by the fifth Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan who built the tomb for his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The tomb also houses Shah Jahan himself. In the afternoon, take a scenic drive towards Jaipur, known as the “Pink City” where the city streets were painted pink color during the rule of Sawai Ram Singh II to welcome Albert Edward, Prince of Wales in 1876. Enroute with a visit to Chand Baori Stepwell, one of the deepest, largest and most beautiful stepwells in India.

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This morning, proceed up Hill Forts to visit Amber Fort, built in the 17th century and known for its artistic style elements. With its large ramparts and series of gates and cobbled paths, the fort overlooks Maota Lake. Next, proceed to Jantar Mantar, a collection of 19 astronomical instruments built 1734 and features the world's largest stone sundial which was listed under UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoon, spend some time strolling down the streets of Sireh Deori Bazaar, one of the main markets of Jaipur for your shopping of camel leather footwear, colourful puppets, traditional wall hangings and many more before visiting Hawa Mahal, a palace built in red and pink sandstones famously known as the “palace of winds.” View Birla Mandir Temple, the temple made with 2000 tons of white marble. This evening, enjoy some cultural Folk Dance and Music show with dinner.

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After breakfast, take a relaxing scenic drive back to Delhi. Upon arrival, proceed to Palika Bazaar an underground air-conditioned market offers everything from clothing to accessories, electronics to perfumes and footwear to handicrafts. In the evening, proceed to visit Akshardham, a complex displays millennia of traditional and modern Hindu culture, spirituality, and architecture. As the sun sets, take your seat at this traditional step well and experience an eternal truth with a 20-minute Sahaj Anand Water Show and understand one of the many treasures of knowledge and wisdom from the Vedic era.

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In the morning, proceed to the airport for your domestic flight to Srinagar, the largest city and summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir region, known as “City of Lakes.” Upon arrival, visit the famous Shalimar Bagh Mughal Gardens. These gardens were built by Mughal Emperor Jahangir in 1619 and considered as the high point of Mughal horticulture. Walk along the gardens and be impressed by the Persian architectural style with terraced lawns, fountains and brightly painted flowerbeds. Next, continue to visit the Hazratbal Shrine, it contains a relic believed to be the hair of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. In the evening, proceed to board your Deluxe Houseboat accommodation on Dal Lake.

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Today, explore the picturesque landscape through to Gulmarg, a cup-shaped valley in the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas. Travel along vast stretches of flower meadows and drive through alpine mountains replete with snow. The magnificent landscape of the valley has provided stunning backgrounds for many Bollywood movies. Take the Gulmarg Gondola up to phase one where you will enjoy breathtaking views of snow-covered valleys, forests and snowcapped mountains. Do not miss an opportunity to take up a pony or sledge ride at your own expenses. Thereafter, proceed to Srinagar city and stop by Jamia Masjid. Built in 1400 AD with a stunning courtyard and 370 grand wooden pillars, the building is truly majestic. Continue to visit Budshah Tomb, the tomb of the mother of famous sultan Zain-ul-Abidin and is an important part of the city’s history before visiting Khanqah-e-Moula Shrine, one of the most important religious sites in Srinagar and the oldest in the city. Return back to your houseboat accommodation.

Note:

The Gulmarg gondola ride is subject to weather conditions and maintenance. The ride will not be replaced if unavailable.

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After breakfast, spend the morning free at leisure. Do not miss an opportunity to take up and optional tour aboard a traditional Shikara Boat to explore the city and surrounding lakes at your own expenses before your transfer to the airport for your flight back to Singapore with the best memories from CTC Travel.

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