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Mata Vaishno Devi & Shiv Khori Darshan Tour Package – 4 Nights / 5 Days

Jammu Pilgrimage 4 nights / 5 days Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Patnitop Shiv Khori

About this trip

Embark on a soul-stirring pilgrimage with Travel Arc to the revered shrines of Vaishno Devi and Shiv Khori. Arrive at Jammu Railway Station and transfer to Katra, the base for Vaishno Devi. Visit the sacred Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan in the Trikuta mountains, then the Shiv Khori Cave with its natural Shiva lingam. Spend time in the hill resort of Patnitop before returning to Jammu.

Duration
4 nights / 5 days
Route
Mata Vaishno Devi · Katra · Patnitop · Shiv Khori
Best for
Pilgrimage
Highlights
Pilgrimage tour

Day-by-day itinerary

An editorial outline. Your final itinerary is agreed in writing before booking.

Day 1 Arrival at Jammu Railway Station & Transfer to Katra
  • Day Schedule: Upon arrival at Jammu Railway Station and it is also the Winter capital of state Jammu & Kashmir. You will be met by our representative and transfer to Katra. On arrival at Katra we check in to the pre-arranged Hotel. Dinner & overnight stay atKatraHotel.
Day 2 Katra – Mata Vaishno Devi Darshan – Katra
  • Day Schedule: After a leisurely breakfast, Early morning, proceed for Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan- one of the most popular pilgrimages of India situated in the lap of Trikuta mountains across Katra town at an altitude of around 5200 feet. Yatra upto Bhawan involves a trek of nearly 12 Kms from Katra base camp known as Ban Ganga & 2.5 Kms from Sanji Chhat which is dropping point for pilgrims boarding through Helicopter. You have to hire a local auto rikshaw for reaching Ban Ganga or Helipad available round the clock at very nominal charges. Battery cars, Cable cars, Ponies, Palkis, Pithoos, Porters etc. are other means of transport during yatra for assisting senior citizens, children and physically challenged persons. After performing darshans, if time permits, visit Bhairo Temple & return back to Katra in the evening.Dinner& Overnight stay at Katra Hotel
Day 3 Katra – Shiv Khori – Katra
  • Day Schedule: Early morning after breakfast, proceed for Shiv Khori – the Holy Cave abode of Lord Shiva situated at a distance of 70 Kms from Katra. The cave is a real wonder to be seen and measures nearly half a kilometre in length with a 4 feet high naturally formed Shiv-lingam at the heart of the Sanctum Sanctorum. Have darshans of Lord Shiva and back to Katra in the evening. If time permits, en route, visit Siar Baba waterfalls, Baba Dhansal& Nau Devis. Dinner &Overnight stay at Katra Hotel
Day 4 Katra – Patnitop – Katra
  • Day Schedule: After a leisurely breakfast proceed for Patnitop, a famous Hill Resort (95 Kms/3-4 Hours drive from Katra) which is perched on a beautiful plateau, at an altitude of 2024 metres across which the Jammu – Srinagar Highway passes. Visit the famous Nag Temple, Padora Enclave &Patnitop park. It is popular among the tourists for its peaceful environment and scenic beauty. In the Evening Back to Katra.Dinner& Overnight stay at Katra Hotel.
Day 5 Katra – Jammu Railway Station Departure
  • Day Schedule: A warm cup of tea with delicious breakfast should get you ready for the Jammu Railway Station. Leave from your hotel refreshed and satiated with your breakfast and move towards the Jammu Railway Station

What's included, and what isn't

What's included
  • All tolls and taxes are included.
  • Guests will receive a welcome drink upon arrival.
  • The accommodation provided is of excellent quality.
  • Transportation is included, including pick-up and drop-off services.
  • Breakfast and dinner are included in the meal plan.
  • A complimentary 1-hour shikara ride on Dal Lake
Not included
  • Airfare is not included in the tour package.
  • The Gulmarg Gondola ride is not included in the package. Please book gondola tickets separately.
  • Air-conditioning charges for the cab are not included.
  • Any services not mentioned in the inclusions are not covered.
  • Personal expenses such as telephone, internet and laundry are not included.
  • Additional trips to Chandanwari, Aru Valley and Betaab Valley in Pahalgam are not included.
  • Any costs arising from natural calamities such as landslides or roadblocks must be paid directly by the guests on the spot.
  • Any increase in taxes or fuel prices before departure that raises surface transportation or land arrangement costs is not covered.
  • Snow-chain vehicle arrangements during heavy snowfall (Tangmarg to Gulmarg, 12 km; Gagangir to Sonamarg) are not included.
  • Portage at airports and hotels, tips, room service, insurance, alcohol, boating charges, guide and entrance fees, porters, palanquins and ponies are not covered.

Where you stay

Popular stays along this route

  • Skyview by Empyrean Sanget Valley, Patnitop
  • Vivanta Katra, Vaishno Devi Katra

Examples of properties in these destinations. Final hotels are confirmed before booking.

Good to know

Payment, travel notes and cancellation (13)
  • To use a mobile phone in J&K, you need a postpaid connection, as prepaid SIM cards do not work there for security reasons.
  • Popular attractions in Gulmarg and Pahalgam are within walking distance, so visitors are not obliged to take ponies. Visitors who wish to can still enjoy pony rides, sledding, rafting and similar activities, with prices negotiated locally.
  • Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari in Pahalgam can only be reached by local taxi union vehicles. Outside vehicles are not allowed, and additional entry fees may apply.
  • For authentic Kashmiri Wazwan, Ahdoos at Lal Chowk, Srinagar, and Golden Chinar at Dal Lake are recommended. For vegetarian food in Srinagar, Krishna Dhaba is a popular choice.
  • The itinerary includes one destination per day.
  • If the tour price does not fit your budget or you need to change the itinerary, please tell your Travel Arc agent directly.
  • An advance payment of 30% of the total booking amount is required to confirm the reservation.
  • The remaining 70% must be paid before the tour is half completed, or by the third day of the tour, whichever is earlier, unless another arrangement has been agreed in writing.
  • All sightseeing and transportation services are subject to road access, local regulations, weather conditions and government permissions.
  • Any services not specifically mentioned in the confirmed package quotation will be treated as additional services.
  • No refund will be provided for services that are booked but not utilized or missed by the customer, irrespective of the reason, unless otherwise required by applicable law or agreed in writing.
  • For bookings involving 4-star and 5-star hotels, cancellation charges and refund eligibility will be governed by the respective hotel’s cancellation policy.
  • Customers should contact Travel Arc to confirm the exact cancellation charge for their booking.

Read the refund and cancellation policy before confirming.

What guests say about Travel Arc

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  • Shivani Rathod Operator-supplied testimonial

    “I had the best experience with Travel Arc. The team provided excellent guidance throughout my trip.”

  • Photo shared with Sushant Sheoran's review Sushant Sheoran Google Maps customer review

    “I would definitely recommend Travel Arc. My trip was comfortable, and everything was smooth and well coordinated. Mr Momin in particular was most considerate. He planned our trip to suit us and even added a few offbeat places to our itinerary. A huge thank you to the whole team.”

  • Renu Reddy Google Maps customer review

    “The agency is highly trustworthy. Mr Riyaaz in particular has been very friendly and cooperative. He guides us wisely in every place, and he is a very good person. I will never forget his care and concern for us. Thank you so much.”

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