9 Nights - 10 Days Kashmir With Vaishno Devi Tour

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Pick up Jammu–Katra Vaishno Devi Darshan

  Arrive at Jammu Airport and proceed to check-in at Hotel at Katra (50 Kms/1.5 Hours). Katra or Katra Vaishno Devi, as it is popularly known, is a small town in Reasi district in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, India, situated in the foothills of the Trikuta Mountains, where the holy shrine of Vaishno Devi is located. It is located 42 km (26 mi) from the city of Jammu. Check-in at Hotel Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel Lemmon Tree

  • Themes : Mountaineering, Sightseeing

• Day 2 : In Katra Vaishno Devi Darshan

  After breakfast at hotel, you can visit Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan- one of the most popular pilgrimages 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 12 Kms from base camp at Katra known as Ban Ganga. Alternate way to perform darshans is by Ponies/Palkis/ Helicopter. If time permits, visit Bhairo Temple & return back to Katra in the evening. (Walking for 12-13 Kms. can be arduous and tiring for those not used to it. Still many pilgrims prefer to walk all the way. It helps in cleansing their minds before they reach the Holy Shrine. The tiredness and exhaustion of the trek serve as penances and their minds become still, meditative, full of devotion and gratitude for the mother. The serenity of the environment also influences the devotees and a mystical calm starts enveloping them. Yet there are many pilgrims who are overweight or otherwise not fit to walk for long. Many devotees have breathing problems or some other ailments or are old or physically challenged. All or some of them may need the services of ponies and palanquins. Interestingly, many pilgrims tend to walk all the way to the Holy Shrine out of faith and devotion and after the Darshans feel so tired that they have to hire horses for the return journey. While nothing is wrong with it, a downhill trip on a pony may sometimes be more tiring and exhausting for the whole body as compared to the uphill travel. This needs to be kept in mind before deciding on a course of action.In addition to ponies, porters (popularly called Pithus) may also be required for carrying luggage or for carrying young children who are afraid to or are too young to ride a horse. Other than carrying luggage, Pithus can also carry small children (who are afraid or cannot manage to ride a horse) or light weighted old people. The Pony, Porter and Palanquin services are managed by the local/under a municipal committee organizing the local municipal affairs. All these porters, pony owners and palanquin (palki) owners are registered with municipal committee and carry an identity card/token number. Their cards/permits are renewed every year and new cards carrying a fresh validity date are issued. Any card that is outside the scope of this validity date is naturally invalid and hence disqualifies its owners from offering services on the track. Many unregistered Pithus tend to show their old and invalid cards to get work. Yatries are advised to carefully scan the identity card/token of the porter/pony owner and satisfy themselves about its validity. It is also advisable to retain this identity card and handover the same only after satisfactorily reaching the destination.
  The rates of all these services are fixed. Information about these rates is available on various sign boards and at the Assistance Centers at Katra, Banganga and other places. The currently prevailing rates must be verified from the Assistance Counters or the sign boards.One must avoid paying anything over and above the fixed rates. One can always offer them food, refreshment etc. if one wishes to, but it is out of choice and is not mandatory. For any difficulty or information, one may contact the municipal committee counters or the Shrine Board Offices.It may also be noted that palanquins (palkies), porters or ponies are far easier to hire at the beginning of the journey than in the middle.Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel Lemmon Tree

  • Themes : Mountaineering, Sightseeing

• Day 3 : Katra – Patnitop - (90 Kms/ 02 ½ Hrs one way)

  In the Morning. After breakfast, check out from the hotel & proceed for Patnitop. Check into the hotel.
  In the afternoon, proceed for Sanasar. En route, visit Nathatop, another famous tourist point. Back to Patnitop in the evening. Overnight stay at Patnitop Hotel Samson.

  • Themes : Mountaineering

• Day 4 : Patnitop –Pahalgam -(160 Kms/ 05 ½ Hrs one way)

  After breakfast Hotel you be transferred to Pahalgam, the Valley of Shepherds, situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder River, situated at 2,130 meters. you Half have day at leisure in Pahalgam for different activities. Keep it in mind that you are visiting the 'Jewel of the Lidder Valley', a wonderful collection of soul-stirring scenes. The tiny village of much popular Pahalgam is located at an altitude of 2,130 m and occupies a position on the banks of the river Lidder. Pahalgam is also the very place where a number of earlier Bollywood films have been shot. It is interesting to know that Pahalgam in Jammu & Kashmir also is a part of Asia's only saffron growing area. Trout fishing in the Lidder River is a favorite pastime with travelers. The village also offers a number of hiking trails where you can come in close contact with nature and its mind-blowing creations. Summers (April to June) in Pahalgam are mild while winters (November to February) are cold. During the rainy season (July-August), a large number of pilgrims are headed here to visit the holy cave of Amarnath; the famous Amarnath Yatra begins from Pahalgam itself. Arrive and proceed to your hotel for check in, later you can also proceed for Horse Riding to Mini Switzerland (Baisaran) Approx 2 ½ Hrs. Optional on Direct Payment BasisDinner and Overnight stay at Hotel Hilltop.

  • Themes : Mountaineering

• Day 5 : In Pahalgam

  After breakfast at hotel, you have full day at Leisure for different activities and can visit below mentioned places.
  
  Betaab Valley:-Betaab valley is situated at a distance of 15 km (9.3 mi) from Pahalgam in Anantnag district in India's northernmost union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The valley got its name from the Sunny Deol-Amrita Singh hit debut film Betaab.[1] The Valley is towards northeast of Pahalgam and falls between Pahalgam and Chandanwadi and is en route Amarnath Temple Yatra. The valley surrounded by lush green meadows, snow clad mountains and covered with dense vegetation.
  
  Chandanwari: - It is famous for its snow bridge. Lying at a distance of 16 km, Chandanwari is also the starting point for the auspicious Amarnath Yatra. It is a small valley, situated at an altitude of 6,500 above sea level. Good sturdy shoes are a prerequisite if you are hiking in this area.
  
  Aru: -This charming meadow can be reached by walking along a mountain path. The river Lidder disappears at Gur Khumb and reappears after 27 mts. Pahalgam has lots of recreational activities especially trekking adventures. It offers wonderful treks, skiing, mountaineering and camping sites. Trekking can be undertaken to Kolahoi Glacier which is very beautiful via Aru village. Sledging at the frozen Glaciers is also offered by locals. You can take long walks in the jungles and explore rich flora and fauna. Pahalgam is the main base camp to Amarnath Cave. Alpine Skiing is also available at high altitudes. A Popular trek from Sonamarg to Pahalgam and trek to Chandanwari and Sheshnag lake can also be undertaken. The Liddar River is popular among travelers interested in angling. Stretches of this river are suitable for trout fishing. Pahalgam has a golf course at 2400 meters above the sea level. Camping equipment, ponies and skiing equipment is readily available. Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel Hilltop.

  • Hotspots : Amarnath Temple
  • Themes : Mountaineering

• Day 6 : Pahalgam - Srinagar

  After breakfast at hotel, in time you will be transferred to Srinagar, Check inn at Houseboat later proceed for Local Sightseeing of Srinagar, the lake city of Kashmir, located in the heart of the Kashmir valley, at an altitude of 1,730 meters above sea level. It is famous for its lakes, dotted with Shikara, and the Mughal Gardens. visit the world-famous Mughal Gardens, built by Mughal Emperors.
  
  Mughal Gardens
  Exquisitely laid out lawns, cascading fountains, bright flower beds, surrounded by the panorama of Dal lake in front of them, the gardens in Kashmir are astoundingly beautiful. The unity and harmony of design; innovative use of the site and plantings and the diverse mixture of colors, textures and plants impart a sense of ecstasy to the viewer. The Mughal gardens of Shalimar, Nishat, Chashmeshahi and others like Pari Mahal and Harwan are like perfectly carved lawns with stepped terraces and flowing watercourses.
  
  Shalimar Bagh
  Shalimar Bagh was built by Emperor Jehangir for his wife Nur Jahan, 'light of the world' in 1616. Although it is known today as the 'garden of love' it was originally named the Farah Bakhsh or 'delightful garden'. A chanal is lined with polished stones and is supplied with water from Harwan runs through the middle of the garden. The fourth terrace, by far the best, was once reserved for royal ladies. It included a pavilion made of black stone in the middle of the tank, which was used as a banquet hall. Shalimar Bagh has an air of seclusion and repose, and its rows of fountains and shaded trees seem to recede towards the snowcapped mountains. A Son Et Lumeiere or sound and light show is put on here every evening during the may to October tourist season.
  
  Nishat Bagh
  Nishat Bagh was built by Empress Nur Jahan's brother Asaf Khan. The largest of the Mughal gardens, Nishat has 12 terraces representing the 12 signs of the zodiac, which descend gradually and seem to almost merge into the lake. These terraces viewed along with the flower-beds, a riot of brilliant colors, present an unforgettable sight. Directly behind the garden is the Gopi Tirth, a small spring gushing forth crystal clear water, which feeds the garden water. Also found within its vicinity are some remains of Mughal period buildings including a double storey pavilion enclosed on two sides latticed windows.
  In the Evening have Most Relaxing and Soothing Shikara Ride on Dal Lake / Nigeen Lake for1 Hrs. Later return back to Houseboat for Dinner and Overnight Stay at Peacock Houseboat at Nigeen Lake

  • Hotspots : Dal Lake
  • Themes : Mountaineering

• Day 7 : Srinagar - Gulmarg (56Kms/ 02 Hrs one way)

  After breakfast at hotel, you will be transferred to Gulmarg, a Meadow of Flowers situated at an altitude of 2730 meters. Full day at leisure the best ski resort in the Himalayas, Gulmarg's legendary beauty, prime location and proximity to Srinagar naturally make it one of the premier hill spots in the country. Originally called 'Gaurimarg' by shepherds, its present name was given in the 16th century by Sultan Yusuf Shah, who was inspired by the sight of its grassy slopes emblazoned with wild flowers. The towering peaks above the meadow are covered with dense forests of tall conifers and gigantic fir and pine trees, all vying with each other to touch the azure skies. A clear day offers some breathtaking views from Gulmarg: fields of rice; clusters of walnut, pear and mulberry; meadows, ridges and forests that lead to the snow slopes. The journey to Gulmarg is equally exciting. The wide roads give beauty to flat expanses of rice fields, interspersed with picturesque villages. Gulmarg's international lush green golf course is the highest in the world. Equipment is available on hire for the visitor allured by the golf greens here.
  After reaching at Gulmarg you will enjoy the Gondola Ride up to Ist & 2nd Phase (Ist Phase Called Kongdoori& 2nd Phase called Affarwat )The two-stage gondola lift ferries about 600 people per hour to and from Kongdoori Mountain, a shoulder of nearby Appharwrat Peak (4,200 m (13,780 ft)). The ropeway project is a joint venture of the Jammu and Kashmir government and French firm Pomagalski. The first stage transfers from the Gulmarg resort at 2,600 m (8,530 ft) to Kongdoori Station in the bowl-shaped Kongdori valley. The second stage of the ropeway, which has 36 cabins and 18 towers, takes skiers to a height of 3,747 m (12,293 ft) on Kongdoori Mountain, a shoulder of nearby Affarwat Peak (4,200 m (13,780 ft)). The second stage was completed in a record time of about two years at a cost of 180,000,000 Indian Rupees (i.e. some US$4.5 million) and opened on 28 May 2005. The French company had also built the first phase of the gondola project, connecting Gulmarg to Kongdoori, in 1998.overnight stay at Hotel at Gulmarg.

  • Themes : Mountaineering

• Day 8 : Gulmarg - Sonamarg - (124 Kms/ 03 ½ Hrs one way)

  After an early breakfast at your hotel, you will be transferred to Sonamarg, Drive through the Sindh Valley, which presents yet another spectacular facet of countryside in Kashmir. Situated at an altitude of 2,730 meters, Sonamarg, the Meadow of Gold has, in its backdrop, snowy mountains against a cerulean sky. Optionally, visit Thajiwas Glacier, Evening drive back to Srinagar for Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel.
  
  Sonamarg: -Please note for Local Sightseeing around Sonamarg such as visit to Thajiwas OR Zero Point, Please note we do not include same in our packages as they charge exorbitant rates not controlled by the Govtt. Visit to Thajiwas is worth seeing, but pleaseavoid going to Zero point as it is total wastage of money. For Thajiwas the prices also, negotiate the prices at least upto 30-40% and that too on your own. For hiring Ponies OR Sledges OR Jackets & Shoes etc. at Sonamarg, please recheck the prices before taking services, fix the prices after negotiations. For taking such services, please note down the shopkeepers / Pony Walla’s name and Phone Number. Evening drive back to Srinagar for Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel Sonamarg Glacier.

  • Themes : Mountaineering

• Day 9 : Sonamarg – Srinagar (85 Kms/ 02 ½ Hrs one way)

  After Breakfast at Hotel, in time you will be transferred to Srinagar Check-in at Hotel Karam Gold halfday at Leisure for personal activities…

  • Themes : Mountaineering

• Day 10 : Depart to Srinagar International Airport

  After Breakfast at Hotel, in time you will be transferred to Srinagar Airport to board the flight to onwards Destinations with the Sweet Memories of Kashmir.

  • Themes : Mountaineering

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