MATA VAISHNO DEVI WITH KASHMIR TOURS DURATION : 07 NIGHTS / 08 DAYS TRIP SIGHTSEEING COVER : JAMMU - KATRA - MATA VAISHNO DEVI DARAHAN - KATRA SRINAGAR - SONAMARG - GULMARG -
PAHALGAM - SRINAGAR
Tour Itinerary
Day 01:- Jammu to Katra (50kms/1.5hrs) or Katra
arrival
On arrival at Jammu Railway station or Airport /
Katra railway station, Meet and greet our friendly
driver come representative and later drive to Holy
city Katra it home to holy shrine of Mata Vaishno
Devi, It is situated in Reasi district of Union
territory Jammu and Kashmir, India. Katra act as
the base for devotees who visit Mata Vaishno devi.
It one of the most visited holy destination of
India lakhs of pilgrims visit here every month. On
arrival check-in hotel in Katra, Rest of the
evening free for shopping or you can enjoy
panoramic view of Katra. Night stay in Katra.
Day 02:- Katra Vaishno Devi darshan
Today early morning get ready and it will be most
exciting day of your entire you, Star trekking to
Mata Vaishno devi main temple which 14kms from
Katra at the Trikuta Mountains, Mata Vaishno devi
temple or Mata rani temple is one of Holiest
temple in India, Vaishno devi is Hindu Temple
dedicated to the Goddess Vaishnavi other form of
Goddess Durga. Katra to Vaishno Devi trekking
normally takes 4-5 hrs each way, you have to get
yatra parchi or yatra token in Katra before
trekking. Post Mata Vaishno Devi darshan don't
forget to visit Bhairo Baba Temple because without
that Mata Rani Darshan is incomplete, you can use
now cable car to reach Bhairo Baba Temple, Post
Darshan return back to hotel in Katra for night
stay.
Day 03 : Katra - Pahalgam ( 7- 8 hrs)
After Breakfast check out Hotel and drive to
Pahalgam, check in hotel, evening free and
sightseeing local like river view, markets.
Overnight stay in Hotel
Day 04 : Pahalgam - Srinagar (Around 3 hrs On way
)
Early Morning after breakfast check out Hotel, and
Visit to Aru Valley, Betab Valley and Chandanwari
Sightseeing, after sightseeing back to Srinagar.
Aru Valley
Aru Valley is a small yet self-sufficient scenic
village located 12 km from Pahalgam. The drive up
to the village is alluring too. The location of
the village among the grasslands, make this place
a tourist delight. It is reachable by walking
along a mountain path. The village also serves as
the start point for trekking to Kolahoi glacier.
Another long trek for the serious trekker is to
Sonmarg, which can be covered in 3 days! Besides,
the valley is also known to be a good site for
camping. Instead of taking the regular pony ride
it is recommended that tourists explore the
surrounding valley on foot to get a full sense of
its beauty.
Betaab Valley
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 major part
of the movie was shot here. Set amid picture
perfect environs complete with snowcapped
mountains, gurgling streams, colorful willow trees
& the warm sun; making it an ideal for an artist’s
canvas! The valley is a walk-able distance from
Pahalgam. The crystal clear & chilly water of the
stream bubbling down from the snowy hills is a
delight; locals here drink this water too.
Baisaran and Tulian Lake are few nearby
attractions that can be visited.
Chandanwari
Pahalgam to Chandanwari is easily accessible by
taxi. From Chandanwari, pilgrims need to continue
their Yatra on foot or pony, which will take at
least 2 days to reach the cave and back, with an
overnight stay in either Shishnag or Panchtarni.
Day 5 : Srinagar Local Sightseeing
After Breakfast Visit to Srinagar Sightseeing,
Mugal Garden - Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bath, Chasme
Shahi - Pari Mahal, and Visit to Shankra Chariya
Temple.
Nishat Bagh (Garden of Pleasure) The largest
Mughal garden situated on the banks of the
world-famous Dal-Lake in the backdrop of Zabarwan
hills encircles the Dal Lake. Empress Noor Jahan’s
brother Asif Khan laid the Garden in 1633 AD.
Nishat has seven terraces with a beautiful central
water course flowing right in the middle. These
terraces rise dramatically off the mountains from
the eastern part of the lake.
Shalimar Bagh (Garden of Pleasure) - It was
planted by Mughal emperor Jehangir for Empress
Noor Jahan in 1619 AD and later extended in 1727
A.D. by Shah Jahan. Shaded by magnificent Chinar
trees, the Shalimar is a series of stone pavilions
and flowing water with paint box bright flower
beds. The Garden blooms with innumerable varieties
of flowers in spring and autumn. After sightseeing
check in Hotel and Overnight stay.
Day 06 : Srinagar - Sonamarg - Srinagar ( 76 kms
One way)
After breakfast check out houseboats and Drive to
Sonamarg, and full day excursion of Sonmarg which
is one of the most beautiful drive from Srinagar.
Sonmarg also called Meadow of Gold is located at a
height of 2690 meters.
You may take a pony ride (at your own cost) to
Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains round the
year. Return to the Srinagar, Check in Hotel , and
Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day 07 : Srinagar - Gulmarg - Srinagar (8700 Feet,
52 kms, 1.5 hrs One way)
After Breakfast chtransfer to Gulmarg called as
“Meadow of Flowers” . Gulmarg is 52 Kms from
Srinagar at an altitude of 8700-ft. Gulmarg also
referred as Meadow of Flowers is a famous Ski
Resort & the world’s highest 18 hole Golf Course.
The place was prominent during the British time.
You can enjoy a Pony ride (Optional At your own
cost).
Enjoy the scenic view of Kongdori (12,293 ft)
first stage and Affarwat Peak (13,780 ft) second
Stage on a Cable Car Ride (Optional At your own
cost) .
By evening return to Srinagar. In Evening enjoy a
Shikara Ride in Dal Lake and witness the ride on
lake, called Venice of India & experience the
aquatic life of Srinagar. Also see the scenic
extravaganza of the Kashmir and enjoy the
profusion of colors in the Paradise on Earth.
While returning visit to the local crafts market
and see the fine carved hand-made articles from
Paper Machine & wood of a walnut. Overnight stay
at the Hotel.
Day 08 : Srinagar Airport Transfer
After Sightseeing check out hotel and transfer to
Srinagar Airport / Bus Stand.
Note : Due to strict security, you are requested
to leave from the hotel at least 2 hours before
the departure time.
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