Morning: Arrival in Jammu: Arrive at Jammu Airport or Jammu Tawi Railway Station. Transfer to Katra: Take a taxi or bus to Katra (approx. 1.5-2 hours drive). Afternoon: Check-In: Check into your hotel in Katra and have lunch. Rest and Prepare: Rest and prepare for the trek to Vaishno Devi Shrine. Evening: Start Trek to Vaishno Devi: Begin the trek to Vaishno Devi Shrine (13.5 km from Katra). You can also opt for a helicopter ride or pony ride to the shrine. Darshan at Vaishno Devi: Upon reaching the shrine, perform darshan (worship) and spend some time in the holy atmosphere.
Early Morning: Return to Katra: Start your return journey from Vaishno Devi to Katra. Morning: Breakfast and Check-Out: Have breakfast and check out from the hotel. Mid-Morning: Travel to Srinagar: Drive or take a flight from Jammu to Srinagar (approx. 8-9 hours drive or 1-hour flight). Afternoon: Check-In: Check into your hotel or houseboat in Srinagar. Relax and Freshen Up: Take some time to relax after the journey. Evening: Shikara Ride on Dal Lake: Enjoy a relaxing Shikara ride on Dal Lake, taking in the scenic beauty of the lake and the surrounding mountains. Dinner: Have dinner at your hotel or a local restaurant.
Morning: Mughal Gardens: Visit the famous Mughal Gardens – Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi. Shankaracharya Temple: Visit the Shankaracharya Temple for panoramic views of Srinagar. Afternoon: Lunch: Have lunch at a local restaurant. Hazratbal Shrine: Visit the Hazratbal Shrine, an important Muslim shrine in Srinagar. Evening: Local Market Visit: Explore the local markets for shopping, including traditional Kashmiri handicrafts, pashmina shawls, and spices. Dinner: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant or at your hotel.
Morning: Drive to Gulmarg: Leave for Gulmarg, a beautiful hill station (approx. 2 hours drive from Srinagar). Gondola Ride: Experience the famous Gulmarg Gondola, one of the highest cable cars in the world, offering stunning views of the Himalayan peaks. Afternoon: Lunch: Have lunch at a local restaurant in Gulmarg. Explore Gulmarg: Visit the Gulmarg Golf Course, and if traveling in winter, enjoy snow activities like skiing and snowboarding. Evening: Return to Srinagar: Drive back to Srinagar. Dinner: Have dinner at your hotel or a local restaurant.
Morning: Drive to Pahalgam: Leave early for Pahalgam, known for its picturesque landscapes (approx. 2-3 hours drive from Srinagar). Mid-Morning: Betaab Valley: Visit Betaab Valley, named after the Bollywood movie "Betaab," known for its beautiful meadows and river. Afternoon: Aru and Chandanwari: Explore Aru and Chandanwari, popular spots for trekking and enjoying nature. Late Afternoon: Lunch: Have lunch at a local restaurant in Pahalgam. Evening: Return to Srinagar/Jammu: Drive back to Srinagar or head directly to Jammu if your departure is from Jammu (adjust travel time accordingly). Departure: Depending on your flight or train schedule, transfer to Srinagar Airport or Jammu Railway Station for your onward journey.
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