Srinagar City Tour with Guide and Shikara Ride

8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

On this full-day tour explore Srinagar, the northern-most city of India. A city of lakes surrounded by the Himalayas, Srinagar has several miles of beautifully laid Mughal style Gardens, a 7th century temple and a 14th century mosque to visit. The whole city is centered around the placid waters of the Dal Lake. The numerous houseboats (shikaras) on the lake and the floating vegetable markets are a sight to behold.

Highlights:

Views from Shankaracharya hill
Mughal Gardens
Shikara ride on the Dal Lake
Jama Masjid mosque
Carpet Weaving Center

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: SITA World Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Shikara ride (1 hour)
Included: 02 bottles of mineral water per person
Included: Local English speaking guide
Included: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Shankaracharya Hill

2 hours

You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to the top of Shankaracharya Hill located on the Zabarwan mountains. The hill offers a stunning perspective from the highest point of Srinagar. On the hill is a temple dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva that dates back to the 2nd century B.C. It is now named after the sage, Adi Shankara, who attained enlightenment here in 750 A.D.
Mughal Gardens

2 hours Admission included

Next visit the magnificent Mughal Gardens that overlook the Dal Lake. They are part of the series of elaborate gardens that were laid out by Mughal Emperors over the centuries. With their unmistakable terraces and central channel of fountains, these gardens have been described to be as close to paradise as possible. Visit all 3 Mughal Gardens - Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Gardens and Chashmashahi Garden.

After a visit to the gardens, stop for lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant.

After lunch visit a Carpet Weaving Center followed by a visit to a Lacquer Center.

After that enjoy Shikara ride at Dal Lake.
Jamia Masjid Srinagar

2 hours

Next drive to the old part of Srinagar and visit the 14th century Jama Masjid mosque. The mosque has a very unique exterior that resembles the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. This huge brick and wood mosque can accommodate 30,000 people inside its central hall and another 70,000 in the outer corridors. It has a splendid set of 370 wooden columns, each of which has been chiselled out from the trunk of a single cedar tree.

Afterwards stroll through the local bazaar and the spice market where you can take in the sights and smells of shops laden with colorful spices.

At the end of the tour you will be dropped back at your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Srinagar Srinagar, India See on map

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

End point

Srinagar Srinagar, India See on map

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

Pickup points

Holiday Plaza Hotel
OYO 38678 Northland Residency
R. I. E. Heritage Group Of Houseboats
Wangnoo Houseboats
Fortune Resort Heevan
Grand Mumtaz Heritage
OYO 12850 The Nest
Young Alzira Group of House Boats
Shuhul Residency
Hotel New Park
The Kaisar
OYO Hotel Pamposh

and 155 more pickup points

We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point wiithin city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.

Using your ticket

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A moderate amount of walking is involved. Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and hats are highly recommended.
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
Warm Clothes recommended during winters.
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult