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Srinagar
A Private Guided Walking Tour Through Old Srinagar
- Duration6 hours
- Max Travelers8 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryBus Tours, Car Tours
Overview
Srinagar is the largest city and summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. Located at the Jhelum River Srinagar is the northernmost city of India with over 1 million people.
This guided walking tour of Old Town will give you an in-depth insight into the rich history and culture of this city situated beautifully amongst lakes and surrounded by mountains.
Highlights
• 14th-century Khanqah of Shah-i-Hamadan Mosque
• Indo-Sarascenic architecture of Jamia Masjid Mosque
• Maharaj Gunj Spice Bazaar
• Hari Parbat Fort
Gallery
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off within city
English Speaking Local Guide
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
02 Bottles of mineral water per person
What's Not included
Food or drink unless specified
Items of a personal nature
Gratuities
Itinerary
You will be picked up from your central city hotel in the morning with your guide.nnStarting along the banks of the city's Jhelum River you'll proceed to your first stop at Khanqah of Shah-I-Hamadan, a fourteenth century mosque. nnContinue to Pathar Masjid, another mosque built in 1623 by Noor Jahan known for its nine horizontally-oriented arches. Then continue to the Maharaj Gunj Spice Bazaar. This market offers wood carvings, carpets, pashmina shawls, engraved metal items, and more.
Proceed from the bazaar to the octagonal dome of the tomb of Zain-ul-Abidin's mother and on to the mosque of Jamia Masjid. The Indo-Saracenic engineering here is well known for its striking courtyard and 370 wooden pillars cut from the trunk of a single tree.nnTake a break for lunch at local restaurant (Under Own Expense).nnAfter lunch continue to the seventeenth century Naqshband Sahab shrine built from layers of brick and wood, and then look at the Madin Sahab shrine, a religious site composed in the Kashmiri style of the fifteenth century.
End your walk at the Hari Parbat Fort, offering extraordinary perspectives of the city. nnOnce your tour is finished, you will be driven back to your hotel within city center.
Good to know
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Childrenu2019s must be accompanied by adults.
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be cove
Consider wearing comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.