Vaishno Devi is a Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Vaishno Devi, located in the Trikuta Hills of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It's a highly popular pilgrimage site, attracting millions of devotees each year. The temple houses a cave where the goddess is believed to have spent time meditating and where she manifested as the "Pindies", three natural rock formations that are worshipped. The trek to the temple is a significant part of the pilgrimage, with the route beginning in Katra, 13 km away from the shrine.
What is included in the tour
- Airport pick up and drop on arrival and departure on a sharing or fixed departure basis
- 6 nights’ accommodation in a luxury hotel on a double sharing basis
- Non-alcoholic welcome drink on arrival
- Breakfast and dinner for 6 days
- 1 Bottles of mineral water and snacks daily
- Room includes Tea/ Coffee maker
- All local taxes included
What is NOT included in the tour
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Anything not Mentioned in Inclusions
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Visit the beautiful island of Char Chinar.
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Journey of Srinagar to Jammu by Flight.
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Visit the divine shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi.
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Experience Asia's highest and longest cable car ride up to the Affarwat snow point.
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Visit two intensely beautiful Mughal gardens; Nishat bagh-the garden of pleasure and Shalimar bagh-the abode of love.
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Awantipora ruins – a temple complex dedicated to Lord Shiva and Vishnu.
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Visit Chandanwari for a magnificent view of the Lidder valley.
Day 1Srinagar
Srinagar+
Srinagar
Arrive at designated reporting place report to vehicle and proceed to House boat, a unique staying option situated around beautiful Dal and Nagin lakes.
Day 2Srinagar-Pahalgam-Srinagar
Pahalgam+
Srinagar-Pahalgam-Srinagar
Proceed to Pahalgam – a tourist destination situated on the Lidder River famous for its lush green meadows and pristine waters. En-route, visit Awantipora ruins – a temple complex dedicated to Lord Shiva and Vishnu - built by King Avantiraman in the 9th century. Later visit the cricket bat factory and pass by the Pampore Saffron fields. Then we take a photo stop at Apple and Walnut Plantations. Proceed to Chandanwari for magnificent views of the Lidder Riverside trek. enjoy photography and Lidder riverside trek. Later take a photo stop at Betaab Valley. Enjoy a get-together with your travel companions in the evening.
Day 3Srinagar
Srinagar+
Srinagar
Morning we visit Shankaracharya Hill and the holy temple followed by a Dal Lake Shikara ride, as well as a speed boat ride. Also, visit the island of Char Chinar. In the afternoon visit Nishat Bagh-'The Garden of Pleasure' and Shalimar Bagh-'Abode of Love'. Enjoy shopping in the evening.
Day 4Srinagar-Gulmarg-Srinagar
Gulmarg+
Srinagar-Gulmarg-Srinagar
Proceed to Gulmarg a famous skiing destination, located on the Pir Panjal Range, it was originally known as ‘Gauri Marg’ meaning the path of Devi Gauri. En route visit Carpet Factory. Pass by the picturesque golf course. On arrival take a cable car ride to Apharwat snow point (subject to availability) to get a breathtaking view of Khilanmarg. Later free time for various activities like Snow-boarding and skiing at your own cost or simply have fun playing in the snow.
Day 5Srinagar-Jammu-Katra
Jammu+
Srinagar-Jammu-Katra
Board the flight for Jammu. On arrival proceed to Katra. Arrive in Katra, the base point of Vaishnodevi. Later proceed to the Vaishnodevi Temple, a trek of a total of 28 km.
Day 6Vaishnodevi-Katra
Vaishnodevi+
Vaishnodevi-Katra
Return back to Katra. Free day for relaxation or leisure activity.
Day 7Katra-Departure From-Jammu
Jammu+
Katra-Departure From-Jammu
Proceed to Jammu. Board the flight for your hometown. Tour Concludes.