Amazing Kashmir Vaishno Devi
Day 1: Srinagar Arrival / Experience Houseboat Stay
Upon arrival at Srinagar Sheikh Ul-Alam International Airport/railway station. Where you will be met by our representative and transferred to the Srinagar Houseboat at Dal Lake or Nagin Lake. A houseboat is a floating house, flat-bottomed and very stationary. To get to them, you have to take a Shikara, a short of flat-bottomed gondola. A wide range of Shikara await the visitors at the landing stage. After checking in houseboat. Enjoy a Shikara ride on the Dal Lake and enjoy the spectacular view of the Himalayan mountains, floating markets, and local life. Afterward, get driven back to your houseboat. Overnight stay at the houseboat.
Day 2: Srinagar local sightseeing
This morning, take a full day to enjoy the local Srinagar city tour. Morning start at Shankaracharya Mandir which is 12 km from Lal chowk 1000 feet high this prominent hills is also known as Takhat – I- Sulaiman. Its great way to experience good vibes through a spiritual atmosphere and stunning panoramic views of the city, the Jhelum River, and Dal Lake. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Then visit all the Gardens Chasma Shahi. This garden was laid out by Shahjahan. Nishat Bagh was designed in 1634 A.D. by Asif Khan, bro in law of Jahangir. This garden has 7 terraces and a stone channel for running water in the centre. Shalimar Bagh was built by Emperor Jahangir in 1619 for his wife Nur Jahan. It has some attractive Mughal Structure curvedfrom Black marble. Later, visit Pari Mahal, Hazratbal Mosque, and evening drive back to the hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel in Srinagar.
Day 3: Excursion to Gulmarg 1hrs 26 mins { 51 Km one way }
This morning, you will be driven from Gulmarg to which is in Baramula District, which is 56 km from Srinagar District. The name speak itself, The Meadow of Flowers. During spring and summer, Gulmarg has a spectacular view due to the natural beauty of the flowers. From Srinagar to Gulmarg, you can visit Tanmarg and the handicraft market, where you can buy Pashmina shawls, hand-knotted carpets, and walnut wood carvings. One of the main attraction points in Gulmarg is the Gondola cable car. It's one of the highest lift that take the tourists to a height of 10200 feet to Kandoogri Station. Providing a downhill ski run of about 3 km. The 2nd phase of the Gondola cable car is the Aphrwat range, which goes up to a height of 12293. Trekking, horse ridding and Buggy ride to the magnificent “Strawberry Valley”, Leopards Valley, and ride up to “Kongdori” to see the frozen lake of “Al- Pathar” in Gulmarg is an enjoyable experience. You can also visitthe main tourist points like Drung waterfall, Igloo café, Rani temple, and Church in Gulmarg. After an enjoyable and memorable day driven back to Srinagar. Overnight stay ata hotel in Srinagar.
Day 4: Excursion to Sonmarg 2 hrs 35 mins { 85 Km one way }
This morning, you will be driven to Sonmarg Meadow of Gold. The blooming valley has been chiseled over the ages by the mighty river Sindh. Sonmarg route crosses through Ganderbal, 21km from the famous Mansbal Lake, 28km. Sonmarg is also an approachable point for Shri Amarnath Yatris. One can ride a horse to visit Thajiwas Glacier, which is situated at 3km south of Sonmarg, and also take a union cab to Zero point, a high-altitude tourist spot in Sonmarg. Sonmarg is also take off station for the drive to Ladakh across the Zojila pass. In the evening driven back to Srinagar. Overnight stay at a hotel in Srinagar.
Day 5: Transfer to Pahalgam / Stay at Pahalgam
This morning driven to Pahalgam, the famous health resort of Kashmir, via Pampur. The saffron field of Pampur is world famous enroute visit Avantipura temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and the village of Bijbehara. Pahalgam is 96km from Srinagar. Upon arrival at Pahalgam, check in hotel. Afternoon visit to Chandanwari, the delightful picnic spot and the first stage on the way to Shri Amarnath Cave, then Betab valley. It is famous for its magnificent beauty and the achievement of its name and prestige after the 1983 Bollywood movie Betaab was shot there. It's also famous for adventure activities. Later Aru valley its depictive tourist attraction known for its scenic meadows, pristine lakes, and mountains. You can enjoy their pony ride, Photography, adventure activities, etc. Evening return to the hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel in Pahalgam.
Day 6: Pahalgam to Katra Via Patnitop / Stay at Katra
In this morning's drive to Katra via Patnitop. The famous picnic and adventure spot. Katra is 200 km from Pahalgam and 45 Km from Jammu. Upon arrival, check in hotel. The shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi is one of the holies place for Hindus. Mata Vaishno Devi Cave or Bhawan is 13.5 km from Katra. From Katra, pilgrims have to cover the remaining distance by foot, Helipad or by pony. Overnight stay at a hotel in Katra.
Day 7: Mata Vaishno Devi Trek / Stay at katra
This morning. Register your name and address to get the yatra Parch, which is a documentary permission to proceed on the journey to the main shrine. After that start trekking to Holy Shrin,e 13.5 KM for the Darshan for Mata Shri Vaishno Devi Jee. Evning return to your hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel in Katra.
Day 8: Katra – Jammu Railway station / Airport Drop
This morning, check out from the hotel and drive to Jammu Railway Station or Airport for your onward journey back home after a memorable trip with Travel Xplorer.
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