Seek the divine blessings of Mata Vaishno Devi at Katra in Jammu and enjoy sightseeing in Kashmir with our Kashmir with Vaishno Devi Itinerary of 07 Nights 08 Days. Your tour starts from Katra by seeking blessings at Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan by trekking for 14 kilometers or by ponies/palki/helicopter ride. The major tourist destinations of Kashmir Valley covered by this tour are Pahalgam, Srinagar & Gulmarg. Major highlights are visiting Betaab Valley in Pahalgam, houseboat stay & sightseeing in Srinagar, horse ride to Thajiwas Glacier in Sonmarg & 8 minutes ropeway ride in Gulmarg, besides other enjoyable activities.
Jammu Pickup- Katra (02 Nights) + Pahalgam (01 Night) + Srinagar Hotel (03 Night) + Srinagar Houseboat (01 Night)Distance & Travel Time: Jammu To Srinagar (50Km / 02 Hour Drive Approx.)
On arrival at Jammu meet Visit India Holidays representative/driver & Start drive towards Katra, at about 02 Hours of Drive will reach to Katra check into Hotel. Overnight at Hotel in Katra
Early in the morning you can proceed further to visit the Holy temple of Mata Vaishno Devi. This temple is situated on the top of the hill. To visit this temple one has to hire a pony or travel by foot. From Katra the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage is about 12 kms. After visiting the temple, we return back to Katra the same day. Stay overnight in the hotel.
Distance &Travel Time: Katra to Pahalgam (260 Km / 08/09 Hour Drive Approx.)
After breakfast at hotel, drive to Pahalgam (2133 mts), also known as ‘The valley of Shepherds’ or ‘Trekker’s Paradise’. Pahalgam is the most famous place for the Indian Film Industry. Upon arrival at Pahalgam check into the hotel. Evening free for leisure. Overnight night stay at Pahalgam Hotel.
After breakfast day to enjoy the beauty of the Pahalgam valley visit Betaab Valley, Chandanwari and Aru Valley in Pahalgam (Direct payment basis). after sightseeing drive to Srinagar. Enroute, you will visit the Saffron fields, Awantipur ruins (1100 yrs old temple of Lord Vishnu built by King Awantiverma), see the beautiful countryside and a lot of rice fields.
Upon arrival at Srinagar check into the hotel. Evening free for leisure. Overnight night stay at Srinagar Hotel.
Note: In Pahalgam, outside vehicles are not allowed for sightseeing. Only local taxis can roam around within Pahalgam city. All outside vehicles will pick up & drop from the hotel.
Distance & Travel Time: Srinagar To Gulmarg (60 Km / 2-3 Hours Drive Approx.- One Way)
Today we enjoy an excursion to Gulmarg – ‘Meadow of Flowers’. We enjoy the famous Gondola ride (one of the highest in the world) to the second phase Apharwat point. We later enjoy, play and have fun time in Snow, also one can take up skiing and snowboarding activities (at own cost). In the evening return to Srinagar. Night stay at the hotel in Srinagar.
Please note:
Gulmarg Gondola Ride tickets are booked online for each individual guest with their name as per Aadhaar/Passport. Opening of these online ticket reservation system slots depends on the Jammu & Kashmir Cable Car Corporation’s schedule. The booking of these tickets is done only after the Guest’s booking and is possible only if the slots are open and if the tickets are available. As the seats are limited for each date and bookings for these are done from all over India once the slots open, these ticket bookings are subject to availability.
Distance & Travel Time: Srinagar to Sonmarg (90 Kms /03 Hours Drive Approx. – One Way)
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 driving to Sonamarg 2690 Mtrs (Meadow of Gold). One can ride on horse to visit Thajiwas Glacier (on Pony) where snow remains round the year and Sonamarg is known as Gateway of Ladakh. In the evening return to Srinagar for overnight stay at Hotel.
After breakfast, proceed to sightseeing of Srinagar. You will be visiting the world famous Mughal Gardens, Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure), Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love), Chashme Shahi Garden. Later in the evening, proceed for a Shikara Ride in the Dal lake. Overnight stay in a Srinagar Houseboat.
After Breakfast check out from Houseboat with your luggage and you will be dropped at Srinagar Airport. Board your flight for the respective hub.
It’s time now to say goodbye
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Vaishno Devi
Shikara Ride on Dal Lake
Srinagar Houseboat Stay
Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh & Chashme Shahi
Shankaracharya Temple
Avantipur ruins
Betaab Valley, Aru Valley & Chandanwari
Gondola Ride In Gulmarg
Thajiwas Glacier
Inclusions
Excludes
Do’s
Don’ts
Don’t indulge in political arguments
Avoid late-night roaming
Always book activities through reliable sources