Kashmir Vaishno Devi

Vaishno Devi and Kashmir tour package

The north Indian state of Jammu & Kashmir is an ideal destination to enjoy a memorable vacation with your loved ones. Kashmir with Vaishno Devi tour by Indian Holiday offers you a chance to pay homage to the most revered Mata Vaishno Devi shrine and visit the famed destinations of Kashmir, the ‘Heaven on Earth.’ During the Kashmir with Vaishno Devi itinerary, have darshan at Vaishno Devi cave temple and partake in sightseeing and other leisure activities in enchanting places like Srinagar, Pahalgam, Sonamarg, and Gulmarg. Take a Shikara ride at Dal Lake and visit the Mughal Gardens. With inclusions such as comfortable stays, seamless transfers, and our expert guides who are well-versed in the history and culture of the region, Indian Holiday ensures a stress-free trip. So, book your tour now!

Note: This is a suggested itinerary indicative of what is possible. We design packages to suit your tastes and budgets. Contact our travel experts if you want modifications so we can customize a holiday for you according to your preferences.

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Trip Highlights

• Darshan at Vaishno Devi cave temple
• Day's excursion to Gulmarg
• A day trip to Pahalgam
• Shikara Ride at Dal Lake
• Visit to the Mughal Gardens

Itinerary Detail

Day 1: Jammu /Katra Arrival

Arrive at Katra/Jammu, where you'll meet our tour representative and get an assisted transfer to your pre-listed hotel. Upon reaching the hotel, complete the check-in formalities and unwind. After relaxing for some hours, begin with your trek towards the Mata Vaishno Devi Temple. The trek is 16 kilometers long and takes around 5-6 hours to reach the cave temple. Along the way, there are several eateries where you can savor the delicacies. After you reach the temple, join the row to go inside the Bhawan/ Darbar, where you will have a darshan of three pindis representing forms of Goddess Kali, Goddess Lakshmi, and Goddess Saraswati. After having darshan, begin the backward trek to Katra.

Day 2: Katra

After trekking, once you reach the hotel, relax and freshen up. The rest of the day is leisurely; you can spend it according to your interests. You can either indulge in shopping, traverse the nearby area, or laze around in your room. Further, have dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 3: Katra - Pahalgam (210 km/ 5.5 hours)

In the morning, have breakfast and check out of the hotel. Then, hit the roads to reach Pahalgam. On the way, visit the Avantipur Ruins, a perfect place to witness the faint traces of bygone-era architecture. When you reach the hotel, complete the check-in formalities, and your lunch will be served. Later in the evening, go sightseeing at the local markets and the nearby locations. Further, return to the hotel, have dinner, and stay overnight.

Day 4: Pahalgam (Sightseeing)

The day 4 of your Kashmir with Vaishno Devi Tour, after breakfast, is scheduled for the sightseeing of Pahalgam. For the sightseeing, you have to hire a union taxi that operates in these areas which is on a direct payment basis. After hiring a taxi, you can visit Betaab Valley, a famous tourist point at a distance of 15 km. It is surrounded by green meadows, snow-clad mountains, and dense vegetation. Then, visit Aru Valley, which is at a distance of 12 km from Pahalgam and is a base camp for trekking to the Kolhoi Glacier. Further, the last attraction of sightseeing, Chandanwari, the starting point of the Amarnath Yatra, and situated at a distance of 16 km from Pahalgam. After exploring these sites, retreat back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 5: Pahalgam - Srinagar ( 90.1 km/ 2.5 hours)

After breakfast, check out of the hotel, and our representative will escort you to Srinagar in a private vehicle. Upon your arrival in Srinagar, complete the check-in formalities and freshen up. Later, prepare for a half-day tour of the world-famous Mughal Gardens. First, visit Nishat Bagh, a garden of bliss that provides a magnificent view of the lake with the Zaberwan Mountains as its backdrop. Then, visit Shalimar Bagh, the celebrated royal garden of Kashmir, which serves as a favorite summer destination. Last, the Cheshma Shahi, near Rajbhawan, overlooks the Dal Lake and is well-known for its natural spring. Further, in the late evening, enjoy the Shikara Ride on Dal Lake and then come back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 6: Srinagar - Gulmarg - Srinagar (102 km/ 2.8 hours)

Today, after breakfast, head for an excursion to Gulmarg, a place that boasts pristine beauty and is a popular skiing destination. (You may have to change the vehicle and take another car at an additional cost if there will be snow.) Once you reach, indulge in the 'Gulmarg Gondola', one of the highest cable cars in the world, which is on a direct payment basis. Spend your time in Gulwamr and then return to Srinagar by evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 7: Srinagar - Departure

This is the last day of your Kashmir with Vaishno Devi tour package. Wake up, have breakfast, and complete the check-out formalities. You will get an assisted transfer to the Srinagar Airport to board your flight for your onward destination with cherished memories of your trip.