10D/9N INDIA - KASHMIR

ASSYAKIRIN MOSQUE 4TH ISLAMIC CIVILSATION TOUR

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2012
PROGRAMME ITINERARY

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Day 01 : 01 Dec 12

Singapore<>Delhi (L/D) 5.30 a.m. 7.55 a.m. 11.05 a.m. Assemble at Changi Terminal 3 (Jet a Counter) Depart by Jet Airways 9W 19 for Delhi Upon arrival in Delhi you will be taken to your hotel for check-in followed by a free program.

Day 02: 02 Dec 12

Delhi<>Agra (B / L /D) 7.30 a.m. After breakfast sightseeing tour of Delhi, drive past Red Fort, the

most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire visit Jamma Masjid, the largest mosque in India; built by Emperor Shah Jehan in 1658 with seating capacity of more than 25,000.The bulbous Domes and tapering minarets built with marble stand strong and beautiful even to this day and Chandni Chowk, the bustling and colorful market of the old city. Next visit New Delhi. The city was designed and built by the British in the 1920's, it's a city of wide boulevards, impressive Government buildings, green parks and gardens. You will visit Qutub Minar (Tower of Victory) high memorial is a fine example of Indo-Islamic architecture. It is the Worlds largest brick Minaret built Sultan Qutub-ud-din Aibak. Its construction began in 1193 AD to mark the first Muslim Rule in India. It is 72.5 meter high, Adjoining is the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque and tomb of IItutmish, Sultans successor, who completed the Minar followed by a sightseeing drive along the ceremonial avenue, Rajghat past the imposing India Gate war 42 meter high memorial Arch is a tribute to the 90,000 Indian Soldiers killed during World War 1, drive past the Parliament and Presidents House, visit National Museum for Islamic Artifacts. After lunch at North Indian Tandoori restaurant drive to Agra. Dinner and overnight.

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Day 03 03 Dec 12

Agra<>Jaipur (B/ L /D) After breakfast, visit the magnificent monument of love The Taj

Mahal. One of the Seven Wonders of the World built by an Mughal emperor in memory of his beloved Queen Mumtaz Mahal in 1653. The construction work took 17 years to be completed with 20 thousand workers. Next, visit the Agra Fort, a red sandstone fort built in 1565 built by Akbar The Great. Witness skilled craftsmen doing fine inlay marble work and shopping for marble souvenirs and after lunch drive to Jaipur 234 kms, enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri Unesco World Heritage Site - the deserted red sandstone palace city that was built by Emperor Akbar to commemorate the birth of his son. This fairy tale city is preserved in pristine condition and is easy for one to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of its grandeur. The palace had to be abandoned due to scarcity of water. Visit the graceful buildings within the former city like Jamma Masjid, Panchal Mahal and Tomb of Salim Chisti. Arrive Jaipur for dinner and overnight.

Day 04 04 Dec 12

Jaipur (B/L/D) Known as the Pink City, Jaipur is the capital of the colourful state of

Rajasthan. After breakfast depart for excursion to Amber Fort. Amber Fort is a marvelous example of Rajputana architecture with its terraces and ramparts reflected in the Maota Lake below. Go up the fort on the back of a gaily-caparisoned Elephant true to the style of the Maharajas of the past. The interior of the fort has various royal halls decorated with intricate ivory, mirror and glasswork complemented by exquisite wall paintings. After lunch, venture back into the city for a tour to the City Palace Museum where you can see an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal Art. Also visit the awe inspiring Jantar Mantar (an accurate observatory built in 1726 AD) and not forgetting a photo visit at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - a five-storied wonder with a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes and spires. Enjoy shopping in Jaipur for gem stones which Jaipur is famous for. Dinner and overnight.

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Day 05 05 Dec 12

Jaipur<>Delhi<>Srinagar (Kashmir) (B/L/D) DomesticFlight Early morning drive to Delhi 235 km (4 1/2 to 5 hours) to Domestic

airport for a mountain flight to Srinagar, the summer capital of Kashmir at the height of 5200 ft above sea level located on the foot of Himalayan Mountains. A Kashmiri warm welcome greets you on arrival at the airport and by car to the jetty for transfer to Premium Deluxe Houseboats anchored on the famous Dal Lake via gondolas known locally as Shikaras (Water Taxis). After lunch at your houseboat cruise on Dal Lake in these shikaras visiting the Floating garden, Lotus gardens (summer season), backwaters of the lake, cruise will go through canals visit Handicraft centres for Papier machie work and walnut wood work centres. Return to houseboat in the evening for dinner and overnight in the houseboat.

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Day 06 06 Dec 12

Srinagar<>Gulmarg<>Srinagar (B/L/D) 07.00 a.m. After early breakfast enjoy an excursion to Gulmarg

(Meadow of Flowers) at a height of 8800ft above sea level. Here you will witness the beauty of Nature surroundings of Kashmir set out like a Dolls village enroute stop at few villages to witness the country life of Kashmiris. Visit Orphanage centre on the way, Gulmarg used to be a favourite hunt of the British in summers and you will find old colonial flavoured hotels and shops in the the village. One can also have the view of Nanga Parbhat (26,600 ft) if weather permits. Gulmarg has highest 18-holes olf course in the world and has developed into a famous Ski resort. Tke a gondola ride high above the meadows and snow covered slopes of Apherwat and Khilanmarg mountains at 10200 fft above sea level. Hot Lunch will be served at Gulmarg resort and enjoy the beautiful mountain sceneries from Khilanmarg meadows you may want to ride pony (own Expenses) to explore the meadows of Gulmarg afternoon return to Srinagar exciting mountain trip. Dinner and overnight in the houseboat.

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Day 07 07 Dec 12

Srinagar (B/L/D) 07.00 a.m. After early breafast visit the Jamma Masjid the biggest

mosque in Kashmir built in 14th century, a beautiful architectural work with influence from Central Asia and China with 4 Pagoda type minarets and garden in the centre of the Mosque enjoy the Heritage walk through the spice market and also through the Banks of River Jhelum continue to visit Shah Hamdan Mosque built in 14th century by Sultan Qutubud-Din and Sultan Sikandar (1395AD) in respect of Syed Ali Hamdani RA.Syed Ali Hamdani RAs born in 714 AH (1314AD) at Hamdan in Iran. Syed Al Hamdani became Hafiz-e-Quran in his early boyhood, he studied Islamic theology, acquired knowledge and learnt Taswwuf (Sufism) under the tuition of Sayyid Ala-ud-Din Simanai RA, his maternal uncle. Shah Hamdan travelled to several countries, some believes that he travelled 3 times the whole world and met 1400 saints. The rise of Timur Iran forced him to leave for Kashmir in 1372AD for first time and Shah Hamdan played a major role in spreading Islam in the Valley of Kashmir, later visit Hazaratbal Shrine was originally built in 1634 AD for purpose of prayers during Mughal Reign. The Holy Relic moi-e-muqqadas (Hair of Prophet Muhammad) was placed at Hazratbal during the reign of Emperor Aurangzeb around 1699 AD. It is believed the relic passed on from descendant of Prophet Mohammed SW (PBUH) and reached to Sayyid Abdullah, a mutyawali (Caretaker) of Prophets PBUH shrine in Madina. In 1634AD Sayyid along with his family visited India and during Aurangzeb period it reached Hazratbal. Also visit a Darul Aloom (Madrassa) during the tour. Later visit famous Mughal Gardens situated on the banks of Dal lake with Zaberwan mountain range on the back ground and Lake Dal on the fore ground visit Nishat garden (Garden of Pleasure) built by Asif Khan brother in law of Jehangir in 1632AD over looking the crystal clear Emerald green waters of the Dal lake then to Shalimar (Garden of Love) built by Mughal Emperor Jehangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan. During spring until atumn these gardens are full of flowers. Also pay a visit to Kashmir Famous Handknotted Silk carpet weaving factory for good bargains, look for pure Pashmina Shawl while you are in Kashmir. Farewell Kashmiri dinner awaits you at your houseboats over night stay at your houseboat.

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Day 08 08 Dec 12

Srinagar<>Delhi<>(B/D) Domestic flight 07.00 a.m. Morning breakfast enjoy some time on the front porch of

your houseboat and witness the activities around the lake area as the world goes by and you can also enjoy last minute shopping for souvenirs and later transfer to airport for flight to Delhi with lunch on board. On arrival in Delhi, shopping in the local markets for materials and sarees. Later proceed for farewell dinner for North Indian Tandoori food at local restaurant before check in hotel for overnight stay.

Day 09 : 09 Dec 12

Delhi<>Singapore (B/L) 7.00 a.m. 12.00 p.m. 7,00 p.m. 10.30 p.m. After breakfast free at leisure until your transfer to airport. Check-out of the hotel. Transfer to Delhi airport for your flight home. Depart by Jet Airways 9W 20 for Singapore.

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Singapore 6.50 a.m.

Your flight is schedule to arrive at Singapore and end of the tour.

Price include:-

Return economy class airfare inclusive of taxes. 9 nights accommodation in a 4-star hotels & houseboat Meals as specified in the itinerary Transportation for transfers and tours Admission and entrance fee where applicable

Price exclude:-

Travel insurance, tips and immunisation All other expenses not mentioned above

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