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Vaishno Devi & Amarnath Yatra

Darshan at Mata Vaishno Devi from Katra, then on to Kashmir for the Amarnath Yatra by the Pahalgam route, with both registrations handled for you.

Trip at a glance

  • Duration7 days / 6 nights
  • Starts inKatra (Vaishno Devi)
  • RouteKatra (Vaishno Devi) · Srinagar · Pahalgam ·…
  • Places4 destinations
  • StateJammu & Kashmir, India
  • Ideal forPilgrimage tours
  • Trip stylePrivate, customisable
  • Package codeNX-QXLPEN

Best time to visit: March to October

Katra (Vaishno Devi), Jammu & Kashmir
Bhairon Nath Temple – Katra (Vaishno Devi)
Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
Dal Lake shikara ride – Srinagar
Katra (Vaishno Devi), Jammu & Kashmir

Trip overview

Darshan at Mata Vaishno Devi from Katra, then on to Kashmir for the Amarnath Yatra by the Pahalgam route, with both registrations handled for you.

The route spends 2 nights in Katra (Vaishno Devi), 1 night in Srinagar, 1 night in Pahalgam and 2 nights in Amarnath Cave, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits pilgrimage tours, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

  1. Katra (Vaishno Devi) 2N
  2. Srinagar 1N
  3. Pahalgam 1N
  4. Amarnath Cave 2N

Highlights

Mata Vaishno Devi BhawanBhairon Nath TempleArdhkuwariDal Lake shikara rideNishat and Shalimar BaghIndira Gandhi Memorial Tulip GardenBetaab ValleyAru ValleyChandanwariHoly Amarnath Cave

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Katra (Vaishno Devi)

  • Arrive via Jammu Airport (IXJ) and transfer to your hotel
  • Check in and settle in
  • Later: Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan: Holy cave shrine

Day 2Katra (Vaishno Devi): Bhairon Nath Temple and Ardhkuwari

  • Bhairon Nath Temple: Visited after darshan, reached by ropeway
  • Ardhkuwari: Halfway cave shrine

Day 3Katra (Vaishno Devi) to Srinagar

  • Travel from Katra (Vaishno Devi) to Srinagar by private vehicle, with stops on the way
  • Check in at your Srinagar hotel
  • Hazratbal Shrine: White marble shrine on the lake

Day 4Srinagar to Pahalgam

  • Travel from Srinagar to Pahalgam by private vehicle
  • Check in at your Pahalgam hotel
  • Betaab Valley: Green valley named after a film

Day 5Pahalgam to Amarnath Cave

  • Travel from Pahalgam to Amarnath Cave by private vehicle
  • Check in at your Amarnath Cave hotel
  • Darshan of the ice lingam

Day 6Amarnath Cave: Sheshnag Lake and Panchtarni

  • Sheshnag Lake: Glacial lake camp on the Pahalgam route
  • Panchtarni: Meadow camp and helipad, about 6 km from the cave

Day 7Depart from Amarnath Cave

  • Breakfast and hotel check-out
  • Transfer to Srinagar Airport (SXR) for your journey home

How this version is planned

  • Darshan and aarti timings planned around temple hours
  • Online darshan or registration booked through official channels where available
  • Comfortable pace and short walks planned for elders
  • Dress codes and rules for each shrine shared before you go

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

  • Katra (Vaishno Devi): Register for the yatra (RFID card) before starting; helicopter seats must be booked on the official shrine board site.
  • Srinagar: Spend one night on a houseboat and the rest in a hotel; it gives you both experiences.
  • Pahalgam: Local union taxis are required for Aru, Betaab and Chandanwari; we include them in your quote.
  • Amarnath Cave: Registration and a Compulsory Health Certificate from an authorised doctor are mandatory, and the yatra is limited to people aged 13 to 70; start the paperwork as soon as registration opens.
FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?
Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.
When is the best time for this trip?
Katra (Vaishno Devi): March to October. Srinagar: March to October. Pahalgam: April to October. Amarnath Cave: July to August.
How do I start the trip from Chennai?
The trip begins in Katra (Vaishno Devi) (Jammu Airport (IXJ), about 50 km). We can add flights or train tickets from Chennai or any other city to your quote.
How much does this package cost?
We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.
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