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
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
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
Food or drink unless specified
Items of a personal nature
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
What to expect
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Pathar Masjid
2 hours
You will be picked up from your central city hotel in the morning with your guide.
Starting 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.
Continue 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. -
Naqshband Shrine
2 hours
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.
Take a break for lunch at local restaurant (Under Own Expense).
After 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. -
Hari Parbat
1 hour
End your walk at the Hari Parbat Fort, offering extraordinary perspectives of the city.
Once your tour is finished, you will be driven back to your hotel within city center.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Consider wearing comfortable walking shoes
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about A Private Guided Walking Tour Through Old Srinagar
Can I cancel A Private Guided Walking Tour Through Old Srinagar for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6–8 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
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
Which places does it visit?
It visits Pathar Masjid, Naqshband Shrine, Hari Parbat.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by SITA World Tours
