Blessings of Vaishno Devi + Beauty of Kashmir (7N & 8D)

Travel: Jammu to Katra | Approx. 48–50 km | Around 1.5 to 2 hours

Your spiritual Kashmir holiday begins on arrival at Jammu airport or railway station.

Jammu Airport

Meet your representative and begin your scenic transfer to:

Katra

The route passes through beautiful mountain roads and temple town landscapes.

On arrival check in to your hotel and rest.

The evening remains free for:

• Temple preparations

• Yatra registration if required

• Relaxation

• Local market visit

• Buying offerings for darshan

Katra has a peaceful spiritual atmosphere and serves as the gateway to Mata Vaishno Devi.

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Hotel in Katra

Trek distance: Approx. 12–14 km each way depending on route

Wake up early for the spiritual highlight of your trip.

Proceed toward:

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan

Pilgrims may choose:

• Trekking route

• Pony service

• Palki

• Battery car (where available)

• Helicopter option (extra cost)

The sacred temple journey offers:

• Mountain views

• Spiritual atmosphere

• Devotional chants

• Beautiful pilgrimage pathways

After darshan and blessings, return to Katra by evening.

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Hotel in Katra

Travel: Approx. 230–250 km | Around 7 to 8 hours

After breakfast check out and begin your scenic Kashmir valley drive.

Srinagar

The drive offers:

• Himalayan mountain views

• River valleys

• Pine forests

• Tunnels and beautiful landscapes

After reaching Srinagar check into your hotel or houseboat.

Evening remains free for relaxation.

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Srinagar

Local sightseeing within city limits

After breakfast begin sightseeing in Srinagar.

Visit Kashmir’s iconic Mughal gardens.

Shalimar Bagh

Known for Mughal terraces, fountains and mountain views.

Continue to:

Nishat Bagh

A beautiful lakeside Mughal garden overlooking Dal Lake.

In the evening enjoy:

Dal Lake

Followed by the famous:

Shikara Ride on Dal Lake

Enjoy floating gardens, Kashmiri houseboats and peaceful sunset views.

Later visit local shopping markets.

Popular shopping:

• Pashmina

• Dry fruits

• Kashmiri handicrafts

• Walnut wood items

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Srinagar

Travel: Approx. 52 km each way | Around 2 hours

After breakfast drive toward Gulmarg.

Gulmarg

Drive via:

Tangmarg

Enjoy:

• Scenic alpine meadows

• Mountain landscapes

• Seasonal snow

Optional highlight:

Gulmarg Gondola

Optional activities:

• Skiing

• Snow sledging

• Snow photography

• Meadow walks

Return to Srinagar by evening.

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Srinagar

Travel: Approx. 92 km | Around 4–5 hours

After breakfast drive toward:

Pahalgam

On the way stop at:

Pampore Saffron Fields

Then visit:

Avantipur Ruins

After check-in proceed to:

Betaab Valley

Then:

Aru Valley

Enjoy rivers, meadows and mountain views.

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Hotel in Pahalgam

Travel: Approx. 92 km return | Around 4–5 hours

Enjoy breakfast with valley views.

Spend time around:

Lidder River

Optional:

• Pony ride

• Nature walks

• Local cafés

• Valley photography

Later return to Srinagar.

Evening free for:

• Shopping

• Relaxation

• Local food experiences

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Srinagar

Travel as per departure schedule

After breakfast transfer to airport.

Depending on departure:

• Srinagar Airport drop

  or

• Jammu transfer (if booked)

Your journey concludes with blessings from Mata Vaishno Devi and unforgettable memories from Kashmir.