Kashmir with Vaishno Devi

07 Nights / 08 Days

Tour Highlights : Katra - Mata Vaishno Devi - Srinagar - Sonmarg - Pahalgam - Gulmarg - Srinagar

Seek divine blessings of Mata Vaishno Devi in Katra, Jammu and enjoy sightseeing in Kashmir with our tour of 07 nights / 08 days Vaishno Devi itinerary. Your tour starts from Katra by trekking 14 kms to Mata Vaishno Devi Bhavan or getting blessed by a pony/palki/helicopter ride. The major tourist destinations of Kashmir Valley covered by this tour are Pahalgam, sonmarg, Srinagar and Gulmarg.

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FULL ITINERARY

Day 01 Arrival Jammu – Katra - Vaishno Devi Darshans (55 Km / Approx 02 Hours Drive)

Welcome to Jammu, the winter capital of Indian State Jammu and Kashmir. On Arrival, you will be greeted by our representative/Driver and transferred to Katra, the base point of Vaishno Devi. Arrive at Katra and check into your hotel. After fresh-n-up and rest, proceed for Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan - one of the most popular pilgrimage of India situated in the lap of Trikuta mountains across Katra town, at an altitude of around 5200 feet. Yatra involves a trek of nearly 14 Kms from base camp at Katra known as Ban Ganga. Alternate way to perform darshans is by battery operated cars, Ponies/Palkis/ Helicopter. If time permits, visit Ardhkuwari & Bhairo Temple, now you can go by ropeway from Vaishno Devi Bhavan to Bhairon temple.
After visiting the temples, return back to the hotel in Katra and relax for an overnight stay.

Day 02 Katra - Pahalgam (270 km / Approx 07 Hours Drive)

After Breakfast, drive to Pahalgam. Located at 2133 mts, it is also known as ‘The valley of Shepherds’ or ‘Trekker's Paradise’. Pahalgam is the most famous place for Indian Film Industry. Arrive Pahalgam and transfer to the hotel.
Evening free for leisure. Dinner and Overnight stay in Pahalgam Hotel.

Day 03 Pahalgam Sightseeing

After breakfast, start the trip to Chandanwadi. Located on the way to Chandanwari, the valley was named Betaab after the Bollywood movie by the same name! Earlier known as Hajan Valley, after the release of the movie, it was renamed as a major part of the movie was shot here. Post lunch (on your own) or as time permits, proceed for a trip to Aru Valley (on your own). Aru Valley is a tourist spot 11 km from Pahalgam noted for its scenic meadows and mountains. It is a base camp for trekking to the Kolahoi Glacier and Tarsar Lake. The village lies on the left bank of the Aru river, which is a tributary of the Lidder river. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel in Pahalgam.

Note : In Pahalgam, outside vehicles are not allowed for sightseeing. Only local taxis can roam around within Pahalgam. All outside vehicles will only be able to offer pick up & drop from the hotel.

Day 04 Pahalgam - Srinagar (100 Km / Approx. 3½ Hour Drive)

After buffet breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Srinagar. Enroute visit Saffron fields, Awantipur ruins (1100 yrs old temple of Lord Vishnu built by King Awantiverma), see the beautiful countryside on the way and lots of rice fields. On arrival at Srinagar, transfer to the hotel / Houseboat. After check-in at the hotel / houseboat, you can relax for a while. Later in the evening, proceed for a shikara ride in Dal lake.
Overnight stay in Srinagar at the hotel / Houseboat.

Day 05 Srinagar City Sightseeing

After breakfast, check out from the houseboat and get transferred to the hotel. After check in, proceed to sightseeing tour of Srinagar. Visit Mughal Gardens, Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure), Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love), The Chasme Shahi Garden & Shankaracharya Temple. Evening is free for shopping.
Overnight stay in Srinagar at Srinagar Hotel.

Day 06 Srinagar – Sonmarg (90 Kms / Approx 03 Hours Drive)

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for a day excursion to Sonmarg, which is the most beautiful drive from Srinagar. On the way, you can stop at many beautiful spots. Continue drive to Sonmarg, located at 2,690 Mtrs (Meadow of Gold). One can ride on a horse to visit Thajiwas Glacier (on Pony) where snow remains round the year.
In the evening, return to Srinagar for an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 07 Srinagar - Gulmarg - Srinagar

After breakfast in the morning, we will begin our tour towards Gulmarg. The drive past colorful villages and rice fields, gives you an insight of the rich cultural past of Kashmir. Gulmarg is one of the most beautiful hill stations in this world and also called Meadow of Flowers. It has the world’s highest golf course (World’s Highest) and is also famous for winter sports like skiing etc. You can enjoy a Gondola ride (Cable car, own cost) from Gulmarg to Khilanmarg. The 08 minutes of ropeway will take you past colorful shepherd hutments to the lower ridge of the Apharwat Peak. From here, you can click lots of photos of the nearby mountain ranges that stand tall like sentinels guarding the rich natural beauty of Kashmir valley and return to Srinagar in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 07 Srinagar Airport Drop

After the buffet breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Jammu Airport/ Railway station to board your flight/train for respective hub with memorable experiences.

Important Information : Due to strict security, you are requested to leave from the hotel at least 4 hours before the departure time. You will have to pass 4 security barriers before reaching the airport. This often leads to long traffic jams right outside the airport.

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PACKAGE INCLUSIONS

  • Accommodation in the itinerary at the mentioned hotels or similar hotels.

  • Daily Breakfast & Dinner at the hotel/houseboat.

  • One Hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake once during the stay.

  • Pick up and drop from Srinagar Airport by a private Non AC Car.

  • All sightseeing by private Non AC Car as per the itinerary only.

  • State tax, hotel tax, and Driver charge.

  • All toll taxes. Drivers allowance. Parking charges.

PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS

  • Any additional food other than the specified.

  • Items of personal nature viz, tips, laundry, room service, telephone, alcoholic or non alcoholic beverages, room heaters, boat rides, pony/horse rides, safaris, rafting, helicopter rides, additional sightseeing tours excursions not included in the itinerary, still or video camera fees etc.

  • Any kind of insurance.

  • Any Airfare / Train fare

  • Any additional sightseeing other than the fixed program.

  • Entrance fees to monuments and museum

  • Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client directly).

  • Thajiwas Glacier trip at Sonmarg (as this sightseeing is only allowed by local taxi at Sonmarg or by ponies and are on direct payment basis).

  • Guide Charges

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