VAISHNODEVI TOUR PACKAGE WITH KASHMIR FROM AHMEDABAD
:Follow the Call of Devotion to Vaishno Devi from Ahmedabad
Duration:7D/6N
Route: Jammu to Katra to Pahalgam to Sonamarg to Gulmarg to Srinagar to Jammu
HIGHLIGHTS OF VAISHNODEVI TOUR PACKAGE WITH KASHMIR FROM AHMEDABAD:
Get divine blessings from India's most sacred shrine along with your loved ones. While receiving darshan at the Vaishno Devi Temple, indulge in the holy and sacred ambiance and allow the spiritual chanting of the pilgrims fill you with peace.
Experience the surge of adrenaline as you
indulge in skiing or snowboarding in Winter Wonderland, descend Gulmarg's slopes.
Take pony rides in Pahalgam and ride across Kashmir's verdant slopes.
Enjoy Sonamarg's roaring Sindh River, soaring alpine trees, and enormous snow-capped mountains.
The temple is nestled in the Trikuta Mountains and attracts millions of devotees every year. The trek up to the temple is an adventure in itself, with breath taking views of nature along the way.
On the traditional road to the Bhawan, stop by the Ardh Kuwari Cave, which is situated halfway.
Take a bath in the ghat's sacred water.
See the location where Bollywood films like Highway, Kashmir ki Kali, and Betaab were filmed in the Betaab Valley.
Visit to Gadsar Lake, the frozen lake of flowers.
Experience a Shikara ride on the serene waters of Dal.
Visit the Floating Vegetable Market and see the beauty of Mir Bahris culture.
Visit the Srinagar local markets to look for leather goods, embroidered mats and carpets, vintage jewellery, and the in-demand Pashmina shawls.
Visit Chandanwari, a charming Pahalgam tourist destination with the Lidder River flowing beside.
Enjoy birding near Manasbal Lake.
Visit the Hazratbal Mosque, a sacred site in Srinagar.
In the Shankaracharya Temple, seek blessings and take in the cityscape.
Enjoy skiing and other winter activities at Gulmarg.
OVERVIEW OF VAISHNODEVI TOUR PACKAGE WITH KASHMIR FROM AHMEDABAD
If you're looking for an exciting and fulfilling travel experience, then the Vaishnodevi tour from Ahmedabad is the perfect package for you! This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore one of India's most sacred pilgrimage sites while enjoying all the comforts and conveniences of a well-planned travel package. From spiritual enlightenment to breathtaking natural scenery, this trip promises something special for everyone.
With our Vaishnodevi tour package from Ahmedabad, you can leave all your worries behind and fully immerse yourself in this unforgettable adventure. Our expert team has carefully designed this itinerary so that you can have a hassle-free journey. We've taken care of everything from transportation and accommodation to food and activities, ensuring that you have nothing but fond memories to take back home with you. So pack your bags, gather your loved ones, and get ready for an experience of a lifetime!
This holiest shrine for Hindu pilgrims is tucked away amongst the mysterious Trikuta Mountains. Admire the naturally occurring pindies where Goddess Kali, Maa Saraswati, and Maa Laxmi blissfully reside. To receive Maa Vaishno Devi's blessings, you can travel 14 kilometres on foot, or you can take a palki, pony, or helicopter.
Following the goddess's adoration, proceed to
Mountains where soul-stirring experiences, cutting-edge cable car excursions, the insanely beautiful Dal Lake with lined-up multicoloured houseboats, and the distinct Kashmiri culture await your arrival. The Shikara ride on the Dal Lake is inherently calming, and the flavorful Rogan Josh contains some kind of unknown magic. Explore the crown jewels of Kashmir, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg, and take in the shifting sceneries, from the lush meadows and chilly glaciers snaking through the mountains to the colourful buildings surrounded by pine trees covered in flaky snow. Finish by posing for a picture that looks like a postcard while wearing traditional Kashmiri costume so you can cherish the memories forever.
Inclusions OF VAISHNODEVI TOUR PACKAGE WITH KASHMIR FROM AHMEDABAD
Meals as per your chosen plan
Sightseeing
airport pickup and drop in accordance with your flight times
An air-conditioned SUV for sightseeing on all days in accordance with the schedule.
Accommodation in Standard, Deluxe, and Luxurious Properties with Highly Experienced Driver/Guide.
How to Access VAISHNODEVI TOUR WITH KASHMIR FROM AHMEDABAD
Via Air: Katra is 50 kilometres from Jammu Airport, which has good connections to most Indian airports.
Via Rail: The closest railhead to Vaishnodevi is the Katra Railway Station, which is also well connected to the nation's major cities.
BY BUS: Jammu and Kashmir state-owned buses, Between Jammu to Katra, there are both public and private air-conditioned buses.
ITINERARY FOR VAISHNODEVI TOUR PACKAGE WITH KASHMIR FROM AHMEDABAD
DAY 0
AHMEDABAD
Leave for Katra.
Day 1
Katra - Jammu
Meet at a designated pickup location at the airport or Jammu Tawi Train Station to take a transfer to Katra.
Your pre-arranged hotel will be where our representative will receive you, along with a welcome beverage.
After checking in at the hotel, you can relax or explore local attractions like Dera Baba Banda, Bhimgarh Fort, Nau Devi Temple, and Bhairo Baba Temple.
Enjoy your meal and overnight stay at the hotel in Katra.
Day 2
Visit to the Vaishno Devi Temple in Katra
The Mata Vaishno Devi Temple is located on the Trikuta Mountain Peak at an elevation of about 5,200 feet. To arrive at Vaishnodevi on time, get up early in the morning, eat a hearty breakfast, check out, and then begin your journey there.
You can either walk the 14 km trek to the temple or rent ponies and palkies from Banganga (at your own expense).
Take a break for lunch at the halfway point before continuing on to Vaishnodevi.
Purchase all the items needed for puja from the neighbourhood market as you arrive at Vaishno devi.
Trek down towards Katra after puja, aarti, and darshan.
After returning to your accommodation, have dinner and spend the night in Katra.
Those who want to take helicopters should take a pre-arranged helicopter to Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan for Vaishno Devi Mata Darshan. You will be dropped off by helicopter at Sanjhi Chhat, and Mata Bhawan is only two kilometres away.
Sanjhi Chatt to Mata Vaishnodevi Bhawan
Here, the footpath is preferable to the steps. To go to the Sanjhi Chatt, you must climb another 15,000 feet. The cave is about 4 km from the Sanjhi Chatt. The Sri Ram temple, where visitors descend 125 steps to honour a Shiva lingam located there, is adjacent to the Vaishno Devi caves.
Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan
In this cave Mata Vaishno Devi is present in the form of three pindis.The three forms of the mother durga are "Maha Saraswati, Maha Lakshmi, and Maha Kaali." Here, the goddess killed the demon Bhairon.
Bhairav Temple and Bharon Ghati
It is customary for pilgrims to visit the Bhairav temple, which is around 2.5 kilometres from the main shrine, after visiting the Vaishno Devi shrine. The Yatra's final stop is at this location. After her worshippers come to this shrine, it is thought that the goddess grants their wishes. Hence, despite being enjoyable, the Yatra is a very difficult ascent for the pilgrims.
Hathi Mattha
Return to Sanjhi chhat after leaving Bharon Ghati, then travel to Hathi Matha.Pilgrims have to traverse 2.5 kilometres of extremely steep terrain. This is so named because the peak resembles an elephant's forehead.
Darshan of Adhkuwari
The halfway point between Katra and the shrine is now reached. Many pilgrims stop by this location, which is known as Ardh Kuwari, to rest for the night. The goddess had hidden herself in this cave, known as Garbha joon, for almost nine months. The pilgrims have to crawl through the 15-meter-long cave to get across it.
Charanpaduka Darshan
The next location is Charan Paduka, where a stone bears the goddess' "holy footprints,'' or charan paduka.
Darshan at the Ban Ganga Temple
Ban Ganga is the next location; Bhumika temple lies here where the goddess's dwelling, the Trikuta mountains, can be seen. The goddess is said to have vanished from this location and arrived at the Ban Ganga temple. According to legend, when the goddess threw an arrow at a stone, the holy river Ban Ganga erupted from it. Veer Langur was thirsty, therefore she acted accordingly. It is known as Ban Ganga because the goddess washed her hair here. Here, pilgrims can bathe in order to detoxify themselves. This is where the slip that was purchased from Katra is demonstrated to advance. About 3 miles separate this location from Katra.
Day 3
Katra to Pahalgam
Get up early, after breakfast, finish the check-out procedures, and depart from Katra for Pahalgam.
See the Saffron fields and the remnants of the 1,100-year-old temple at Avantipur while you're travelling.
Arrive in Pahalgam in the afternoon and finish the hotel check-in procedures.
After lunch, take a short break, and then depart for Pahalgam sightseeing.
Visit the Mamleshwar Temple, one of Pahalgam's well-known temples.
You can shop for woollens, carpets, handicrafts, etc. in the neighbourhood market in the evening.
Enjoy a night's sleep and dinner at the Pahalgam hotel.
Day 4
Pahalgam Sightseeing
After breakfast, wake up in Pahalgam and embark on a day trip.
Explore the Aru Valley, a tiny settlement 11 kilometres from Pahalgam renowned for its natural beauty and a variety of adventurous sports.
Visit the most well-known tourist site, Betaab Valley and Lidder River, and take in its rustic charm.
You will then be driven to Chandanwari, which is close to the Betaab Valley, known for its stunning natural surroundings of snow-capped mountains.
After a day of lovely touring, return to your hotel and have a nap.
Enjoy your supper and overnight stay at the Pahalgam hotel.
Day 5
Pahalgam - Gulmarg
Get up early, after breakfast, finish the check-out procedures, and then depart from Pahalgam for Gulmarg.
After you arrive in Gulmarg, go to your previously reserved hotel and do the check-in procedures.
See the main attraction in this area, the Gulmarg Gondola, and take a cable car trip.
You can also try skiing in Gulmarg, which is well-known for it.
After supper, go back to your accommodation and spend the night in Gulmarg.
Day 6
Gulmarg-Srinagar
Get up in the morning, after breakfast, finish the check-out procedures, and depart from Srinagar to Gulmarg.
When you arrive at your Srinagar hotel, meet our representative and receive a welcome drink.
Finish the check-in procedures; after lunch, leave for a tour of Srinagar's sites.
See well-known tourist destinations like Shankaracharya Temple, Chashma Shahi, Nishant Bagh, Shalimar Garden, and Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden.
You can go shopping in the evening in the bustling Lal Chowk. Products include leather items, embroidered mats and rugs, vintage jewellery, and the in-demand Pashmina shawls are available for purchase.
Visit the renowned Dal Lake in the evening. It is the second-largest lake in Jammu and Kashmir. See Dal Lake's natural splendour by taking a ride on a Shikara, a traditional wooden boat.
Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 7
Srinagar to Jammu
Get up early, eat a substantial breakfast at the hotel, finish the check-out procedures, and then be transferred back to Jammu.
Once you are sent off at Jammu Airport / Train Station, end this lovely journey with wonderful memories.
FAQ'S REGARDING VAISHNODEVI TOUR PACKAGE WITH KASHMIR FROM AHMEDABAD
1.How much time does it take a pony to get from Katra to Vaishno Devi?
The amount of time it takes to walk to Bhavan depends on the horse's speed; it usually takes 5 to 6 hours. The horse's speed decreases due to the slope in order to prevent any accidents.
2.What time of year is ideal for visiting Vaishno Devi?
The finest months to visit Vaishno Devi are from March to October, while the busiest months are from March to May. At this time of year, a lot of pilgrims travel there. Yet, Navaratri is the time of year when the area is overrun with thousands of worshippers from all over.
3.Does it snow in Katra?
Snowfall does occur occasionally in Katra, and it tends to stop pilgrims in their tracks. The temple occasionally experiences significant snowfall, and the roads are closed as a result while the pilgrimage continues.
4.Are there stairs/steps on the trek from Katra to Vaishno Devi?
Even though the entire walk is not covered in stairs, you can discover stairs at the majority of locations. In certain locations, the trek's only option for ascent is a slope. The only way to ascend the journey is via the slope.