Day 1: Arrive Jammu - Katra
Upon arrival at Jammu Airport or Railway Station, you’ll be met by our representative and proceed to Katra. Upon arrival in Katra, check in at our pre-arranged hotel. Katra is the starting point for the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Katra - Mata Vaishno Devi - Katra
Early in the morning, proceed to visit the holy temple of Vaishno Devi. Ponies can also be arranged by self for the trek. The Vaishno Devi Temple is situated on the top of a hill and is one of the holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Shakti. After Darshan, return to Katra in the late evening or night. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3: Katra - Pahalgam
After an early breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Pahalgam, the “Valley of Shepherds.” En route, visit saffron fields, Awantipura Ruins, and the Mutton Temple. Enjoy the natural beauty and walk along the banks of the Lidder River. Pahalgam is famous for trekking routes and serves as the base camp for the Amarnath Pilgrimage. It is also well-known in the Indian film industry (Bollywood). Upon arrival, check-in at our hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 4: Pahalgam
After breakfast, enjoy a full day exploring the beauty of Pahalgam. You can visit Chandanwari, the starting point of the Amarnath Pilgrimage, or Aru, which has picturesque meadows and serves as the starting point for trekking routes like Liddarwat, Kolahoi Glacier, and Trsar Lake. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Pahalgam - Gulmarg
Post breakfast, check out from the hotel, and drive to Gulmarg, known as the “Meadow of Flowers.” Gulmarg is home to a famous golf course during summer, one of the highest 18-hole golf courses in the world, and a ski resort in the winter. You can opt for a Gondola ride (cable car) at your own cost. Upon arrival, check-in at our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Gulmarg - Srinagar
After an early breakfast, drive to Srinagar and begin the sightseeing tour with a visit to Shankaracharya Temple, where it is believed the great philosopher Shankaracharya stayed during his visit to Kashmir. Then, proceed to Hazratbal Mosque, situated on the western shores of Dal Lake. Later, visit the Jama Masjid and the famous Mughal Gardens including Nishat and Shalimar Bagh. Return to the hotel or houseboat in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel or houseboat.
Day 7: Srinagar - Sonmarg (Excursion)
After breakfast, leave for Sonmarg, also known as the “Meadow of Gold.” The Sindh River flows through the valley, and you can hire ponies to visit the Thajwas Glacier, a major local attraction in the summer. Return to Srinagar in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel or houseboat.
