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YONGO SHORTIES OR ANYTIME TRIP - We also can do ground arrangement for this short trip anytime with min 4 pax
8 - 17 Jan 2011 (10-days) India Kashmir & Golden Triangle
Cost Rm3100 (8 pax group), Rm3000 (10 pax group), RM2880 (12 pax), RM2700 (14 pax) & Rm2580 (16 pax group and above) (EXCLUDED AIR ASIA KL-Delhi-KL)
Depart
8 Jan 2011 Kuala Lumpur LCCT(KUL) to Delhi (DEL)
Depart 1600 Arrive 1910
Return
16 Jan 2011 Delhi(DEL) to Kuala Lumpur LCCT(KUL)
Depart 2025 Arrive 0435 (+1 day) (NOTE : Arrive LCCT on next day early morning 17 Jan)
Update 30 Mac 10 - We will use Air Asia to New Delhi which is lower fare compare other airlines. Current fare included taxes is Rm719. We will confirm the trip once we have min 10 pax or min 4 pax (only ground arrangement). As such, please register or confirm with rachelheng123@gmail.com asap, so that everybody can crab lower fare now.
Update 26 Jan10 - Air Asia will launched to New Delhi start from Aug 2010. As such, we may consider to opt for Air Asia if flight fare is lower. We are based on current Flight Fare Rm1100. Trip cost will be adjust accordingly. Kindly register asap to crab lower fare.
Update 23 Jan 10 - This trip also suitable for family with children. Kindly email rachelheng123@gmail.com or contact her at 012-352 0868 for registration.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This is meant to be a "free and easy" trip. Participants should be with a good sense of humour, and above all, have the right attitude for close travel with others through possibly some trying times. Most definitely, this is not a trip for prudes, whiners, fuss-pots, and other similiarly assorted types! We had a couple of those before and it wasn't pleasant for us or them. Although every effort will be made to stick to the given itinerary, ground conditions may change and cause some disruption and/or deviation from the norm. Otherwise, have fun!
Map of Northern India
Rajasthan is the land of Rajput Kings, a group of worrier clans, who have controlled this part of India for 1000 years. It is a colorful state with stunning and elegant Palaces, Forts, Lakes, Sand dunes, Wild Life Sanctuaries and Beautiful Temples. The state is diagonally divided as the hilly and rugged south-east region and dry and barren north-east Thar Desert. Rajasthan also have many festival and fairs. Some of the popular fairs are Pushkar Camel and Cattle fair held annually in November, Camel Festival Bikaner held annually in January, Desert Festival Jaisalmer held annually between end January to mid February etc. The exact dates of the fairs is determined by the Indian Lunar Calendar.
Set like a jeweled crown on the map of India, Kashmir is a multi-faceted diamond, changing its hues with the seasons - always extravagantly beautiful. Two major Himalayan ranges, the Great Himalayan Range and the Pir Panjal , surround the landscape from the north and south respectively. They are the source of great rivers, which flow down into the valleys, forested with orchards and decorated by lily-laden lakes.
Day 1 Fly to Delhi: Depart KL(LCCT) on D7 2506 at afternoon flight 1600PM arriving Delhi local time 1910PM. Transfer to hotel. Overnight (ON) Delhi
Day 2 Delhi-Srinagar (BLD): After breakfast transfer to airport to board to Srinagar leaving 1115 hour and arriving 1235 at Srinagar. On arrival, transfer to Deluxe Houseboat on Nagin or Dal Lake. The two famous lakes of Srinagar “ DAL LAKE " and " NAGIN LAKE " are also famous for the rows of Houseboats they harbour. The houseboats are grand with hand - carved furniture and rich Kashmiri carpets. Afternoon on boat, enjoy ride on a Shikara - a Kashmiri gondola - to the watery vegetable markets and see the mountains mirrored in the lakes. You will get a view of some very interesting places around the Lake. In the evening return to Houseboat.
Beautiful mirror Nigen Lake/Deluxe Houseboat
Day 3 Srinagar (BLD): After breakfast proceed with tour of world famous Mughal Gardens visiting the Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure) and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love). After lunch on Houseboat, rest of day at leisure for personal activities and visiting handicrafts center. Dinner and overnight at Houseboat.
Day 4 Gulmarg Excursion (BLD): After breakfast at Houseboat, depart by surface for Gulmarg. Arrive at Tanmarg, base of mountain and board jeeps to climb 12 Kms to Gulmarg- one of the most beautiful summer resort in the valley. It is also popular for its golf course during summer season and as a ski resort during the winter season. Enjoy the splendor of nature and the snowy mountains. Optional one can enjoy Gondola ride (Cable car) from Gulmarg to Khalinmarg on extra cost. In the late afternoon return back to Srinagar and transfer to your houseboat. Dinner and overnight at Houseboat
Kashmiri Boy/Ducking relaxing in Nagen Lake/Early market by "Shikara"
Day 5 Srinagar-Delhi-Agra (B) : After lunch transfer to airport to board on your scheduled flight to Delhi. On arrival, drive 200kms/4 hours to Agra. In the 16 th and 17 th century Agra was the capital of India. Most of its monuments and forts are constructed in that era.
Day 6 Agra-Jaipur (B): Early morning, visit Taj Mahal and Red Fort. Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful masterpieces of architecture in the world. Built entirely by white marble, Taj Mahal is regarded as one of the eight wonders of the world. Some Western historians have noted that its architectural beauty has never been surpassed. After lunch, drive to Jaipur, 237 Km/over 5 hours drive. En route visiting the world heritage monument of Fatehpur Sikri. On completion continue with your drive to Jaipur. Arrive in Jaipur. On arrival check in your hotel. Rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight Jaipur
Day 7 Jaipur (B): After breakfast, half-day excursion to the hilltop fortress at Amber. Ascend the imposing fort on a painted elephant. In the afternoon, tour the old walled city of Jaipur. Founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II, this ‘pink city' is meticulously constructed on the lines of the Shilpa-Shastra, an ancient Hindu treatise on architecture. Visit the unique Jantar Mantar Observatory situated in the heart of the city. Built in the 1700's, it still looks futuristic. Nearby is the ornate Hawa Mahal (the palace of winds). The old City Palace & its museum display a rare fusion of Mughal and Hindu architecture, and house a rare collection of paintings, Rajput armoury and costumes. Overnight Jaipur.
Day 8 Jaipur-Delhi (B): After breakfast leave hotel by 0730 hour drive to Delhi . On arrival, visit around Delhi to visit Qutub Minar and Lotus Temple . Qutub Minar is one of the most visited tourist spot of Delhi, Qutub Minar was built in 1199 by Qutub-ud-Din. The sultan's successor and son-in-law, Iltutmish, completed it. The purpose of building this beautiful monument is not very clear as some believe that it was built as a tower of victory to signify the beginning of the Muslim rule in India, while others say it served as a minaret to the adjoining mosque and was used by the muezzins to call the faithful to prayer. It is 72.5 metres high and one has to climb 379 steps to get to the top.The diameter of the base is 14.3 metres while the top floor measures 2.7 metres in diameter. On completion drive to visit the lotus temple surrounded by a landscaped garden and is a symbol of peace. This is the Asian headquarters of the Bahai faith, and a circular temple that is open to all. Overnight Delhi.
Gulmarg
Day 9 Delhi-Home: Afternoon drive to Connaught Place/Delhi Hutt or other markets for final shopping. Evening transfer to airport for evening flight D72507 at night flight 2025PM back to KL and will arrive KLIA on the next morning.
Day 10 Home:arriving KLIA at 0435AM early morning (17 JAN)
Qutub Miner/Taj Mahal
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