Pondicherry to Kashmir Honeymoon Itinerary - November 2023

1. Day 1: Pondicherry
   10 minutes (2.3 km) from Promenade Beach

   Start your honeymoon exploring the French colonial architecture in the White Town area. Relax on the Promenade Beach in the morning, have a delicious lunch at Cafe des Arts, and take a romantic boat ride in the evening at Chunnambar Backwater.

2. Day 2: Mahabalipuram
   1 hour 50 minutes (97 km) from Pondicherry

   Explore the ancient temples, rock-cut caves and sculptures in Mahabalipuram. Visit the famous Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, and Krishna's Butterball. Enjoy a beachside lunch at Moonrakers Restaurant and watch the sun set over the Bay of Bengal at Mahabalipuram Beach.

3. Day 3: Chennai
   1 hour 30 minutes (57 km) from Mahabalipuram

   Discover the cosmopolitan city of Chennai and its rich history. Visit the Kapaleeswarar Temple, Fort St. George, and Government Museum. Have a traditional South Indian lunch at Murugan Idli Shop and take a romantic evening stroll along Marina Beach.

4. Day 4: Agra
   2 hours 25 minutes (1.5 km) from Chennai

   Experience the grandeur of the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Visit the Agra Fort, Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb and have a delicious lunch at Peshawri restaurant. Watch the sunset at Mehtab Bagh, a picturesque garden complex situated on the banks of the Yamuna River.

5. Day 5: Jaipur
   4 hours 30 minutes (240 km) from Agra

   Explore the Pink City of India, Jaipur. Visit the Amber Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal and Jantar Mantar. Have a traditional Rajasthani lunch at Laxmi Misthan Bhandar and shop for souvenirs at Johari Bazaar. Enjoy a romantic sunset view at Nahargarh Fort.

6. Day 6: Srinagar
   3 hours 45 minutes (315 km) from Jaipur

   Discover the beauty of Srinagar, also known as the "Venice of the East". Take a shikara ride on Dal Lake and visit the Mughal Gardens - Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashme Shahi. Have a delicious Kashmiri lunch at Mughal Darbar Restaurant and enjoy a romantic evening stroll at the Hazratbal Shrine.

7. Day 7: Gulmarg
   1 hour 45 minutes (55 km) from Srinagar

   Experience the winter wonderland of Gulmarg, known as the "Meadow of Flowers". Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and gondola rides in the snow-clad mountains. Have a warm meal at Highland Park Restaurant and watch the sunset over the snow-capped peaks. End your honeymoon with a cozy bonfire and stargazing.

Recommendations

Consider taking a day trip to Pahalgam from Srinagar to explore the Lidder Valley and Betaab Valley. You can also take a hot air balloon ride over Jaipur for a unique perspective of the city. To maximize your fun, book a romantic dinner at a mountaintop restaurant in Gulmarg and take a horse-drawn carriage ride in Mahabalipuram.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Boat ride at Chunnambar Backwater (1 hour, INR 1500)
• Shore Temple entry fee (1 hour, INR 600)
• Taj Mahal entry fee (2 hours, INR 1300)
• Amber Fort entry fee (2 hours, INR 600)
• Shikara ride on Dal Lake (2 hours, INR 2000)
• Gondola ride in Gulmarg (2 hours, INR 1500)
• Total Estimated Costs (excluding flights and hotels): INR 7500