11N/12D Kashmir Tour Package with Vaishno Devi from Kolkata (By Train)

Itinerary

Day 01: Board the Train from Kolkata to Kashmir

List of the Trains from Kolkata for the Jammu and Kashmir Tour

Day 02: Train Journey

Day 03: Jammu Arrival & Katra Transfer (242km 5/6 hrs)

On the first day of your 12 Days Kashmir Vaishnodevi Tour Package, you will arrive at the Airport/Station safely. After arrival, you will be driven to Katra by car. After a 2 hours drive to Katra, our respective agent will take you to the hotel directly and will help you with the formalities and then assist you to your rooms. You will have the day ahead of free to ramble around and have the best time on your own. Go to nearby places or markets. Walk along with the trees in chilly winds. Come back to the hotel at night and stay over.

Day 04: Katra – Vaishno Devi Shrine Trek – Katra

After Breakfast, Start trekking to the Holy shrine 13.5 KM for the Darshan for Mata Shri Vaishno Devi Jee, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi is believed to grant all the four boons Dharm (Righteousness), Arth (Material Pursuits), Kaam (Contentment) and Moksh (Enlightenment)} to those who visit Her Holy Shrine. She is considered to fulfil anything and everything that a person wishes for in life, in a righteous way. It is an experience of all, that no one goes empty-handed from Her Great Pilgrimage. After the Darshan return back in the evening. Overnight at Hotel in Katra.

Day 05: Katra – Patnitop – Srinagar (280 Km) Travel time 8 hours

On the fifth day of your 12 Days Kashmir Vaishnodevi Tour Package after breakfast check out from Katra hotel and drive to Srinagar en route to visit Patnitop. Patnitop – This is a hilltop tourist location in Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir state of India. Situated on a plateau in the Shiwalik belt of the Himalayas, Patnitop sits at an altitude of 2,024 meters (6,640 ft) above sea level. The river Chenab flows in close proximity to this location. Visit Naag Temple (Naag Mandir) – This temple is near Patnitop, standing amidst lush green surroundings, the temple is not only a significant religious point in Patnitop but also a spot which leaves its visitors fascinated by the sceneries around. Nathatop – 14 Km away from Patnitop and a wonderful place which is thickly covered by snow during the winter months. Nathatop is an excellent place for adventure sports such as ice skiing Paragliding etc. The place has also three scenic freshwater springs in its proximity which are known for their medicinal qualities. Nathatop offers amazing views of the western Himalayas. Evening arrives at Srinagar, check-in to the hotel and overnight stay at Srinagar hotel/houseboats.

Day 06: Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar (56 Km, 1½ hrs One Way)

Full-day excursion trip to Gulmarg (2440 Meters above Sea level) – it is one of the most beautiful hill stations in this world and is also called meadows of flower. It has the world’s highest golf course (World’s Highest) and Gulmarg is also famous for winter sports skiing etc. Enjoy guided sightseeing of Gulmarg and also enjoy a Gondola ride (Cable car, own cost) from Gulmarg to Khilan. Return back to Srinagar. Overnight Srinagar.

Day 07: Srinagar – Sonmarg – Srinagar (84 km, 2½ hrs One Way)

On the seventh day of your 12 Days Kashmir Vaishnodevi Tour Package enjoy a full-day trip to Sonmarg (Meadow of Gold) also called Gateway to Laddakh. Sonmarg with an altitude of 2690 Meters is the most beautiful drive from Srinagar. One can ride on a horse to visit Thajiwas Glacier where snow remains around the year. Return back to Srinagar.Overnight Srinagar. 

Day 08: Srinagar Local Sightseeing-Srinagar to Pahalgam 

After breakfast visit world famous Mughal Gardens, the Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure) and Shalimar Bagh (the Abode of love). In the afternoon transfer to Pahalgam. In the evening a Bonfire/Campfire will be arranged beside the River Lidder. Overnight at Pahalgam.

Day 09: Pahalgam[Aru Valley and Betab Valley Sightseeing]

In the early morning visit Baisaran Valley and enjoy the scenic beauty of True Kashmir. After Breakfast Proceed to Chandanwari for a magnificent view of Lidder valley. Visit Aru Valley – a fascinating Valley around 15 km from Pahalgam. You can photograph yourself in Kashmiri outfits at various photo studios in Pahalgam. Visit Betab Valley. Enjoy getting together with your travel companions in the evening. Overnight at Pahalgam

Day 10: Pahalgam – Jammu

After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar airport/Jammu Railway Station for your onward journey back home.

Day 11: Train Journey

Day 12: Reach Home