7N / 8D
Pilgrimage
Houseboat
Vaishnodevi Darshan with Kashmir for 7N/8D
Katra(2N) → Pahalgam(2N) → Gulmarg(1N) → Srinagar(1N) → Srinagar(1N)
4.8 (11 Reviews)
11 Agents for Katra
$ 296
$ 360
17% off
/personDetailed Itinerary
- Arrive in Jammu by train or by air.
- Meet and assist upon arrival at the railway station or at the airport.
- Proceed directly to Katra by car.
- Arrive in Katra and check in at the hotel.
- Early morning, after breakfast, proceed for a visit to Mata Vaishnodevi for darshan.
- Travel to Bhawan by foot, ponies (to be arranged directly), or by chopper.
- After darshan, return to Katra by chopper or ponies.
- Check in at the hotel for rest after darshan.
- Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
- Transfers from Katra to Pahalgam, known as the "Valley of Shepherds."
- Enjoy a mesmerizing drive through the scenic trails that connect Srinagar and Pahalgam.
- While en route, you may have the opportunity to visit the saffron fields.
- Pahalgam is one of the popular hill stations in India, and there are many reasons for its popularity.
- Upon arrival at Pahalgam Valley, check in at the hotel, freshen up, and leave for sightseeing.
- Explore the surrounding areas and the amazing marketplace of Pahalgam.
- Enjoy nature and take a walk along the banks of the River Lidder.
- Pahalgam is famous for its trekking routes and serves as the base camp for the Amarnath Pilgrimage.
- Return to Srinagar for an overnight stay at the hotel.
- Location: Pahalgam
- Day free to explore the surroundings on your own
- Overnight stay at the hotel
- After breakfast, transfer to Gulmarg, known as the "Meadow of Flowers." Gulmarg is 150 km from Pahalgam at an altitude of 8,700 ft.
- Gulmarg, also referred to as the Meadow of Flowers, is a famous ski resort and home to the world?s highest 18-hole golf course.
- The area was prominent during the British era.
- Enjoy the scenic view of Kongdori on a cable car ride (optional - Gondola).
- Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
- Transfers from Gulmarg to Srinagar.
- In the afternoon, visit the Mughal Gardens:
- "Nishat" (The Garden of Pleasure)
- "Shalimar" (Abode of All)
- Drive along the lakeside on Boulevard.
- On the return, visit a local handicrafts emporium for hand-knotted specialty silken carpets, shawls, and jewelry ornaments.
- Also visit Shankaracharya Temple.
- In the evening, enjoy a 1-hour boat ride on Dal Lake by a gondola boat called "Shikara." Experience the aquatic life of Srinagar, often referred to as the Venice of India.
- Witness the scenic beauty of Kashmir and enjoy the profusion of colors in the Paradise on Earth.
- While returning, visit the local crafts market to see finely carved handmade articles made from papier-mâché and walnut wood.
- Overnight stay at the houseboat.
- After breakfast, depart for a full-day excursion to Sonamarg.
- Sonamarg, situated at an altitude of 9,000 feet, is also known as "The Meadow of Gold."
- The area features snowy mountains against a cerulean sky.
- The Sindh River meanders through the valley and is abundant with trout and mahseer.
- Ponies can be hired for the trip up to Thajiwas Glacier, a major local attraction during the summer.
- Return for dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
- In time transfer to Srinagar/Jammu Airport to connect with the flight/train for the onward destination.
Stay & Meal Details
Katra
2 nights
Hotel Devi Mahal
Breakfast + Dinner included
Pahalgam
2 nights
Crown View / Diamond Star
Breakfast + Dinner included
Gulmarg
1 night
Apple Tree Platinum / Gulmarg House
Breakfast + Dinner included
Srinagar
1 night
Deluxe Houseboat
Breakfast + Dinner included
Srinagar
1 night
Hotel City Grace / Al Azrah Resort
Breakfast + Dinner included
17% off
Package Policies
- 7 nights accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at the mentioned hotels with half board (HB).
- Daily breakfast and dinner included.
- 1-hour boat (Shikara) ride on Dal Lake in Srinagar (4 persons per boat).
- Welcome drink upon arrival.
- All transfers and sightseeing conducted by an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Pick-up and drop-off from Jammu Airport/Railway Station.
- All applicable taxes included.
- Airfare / Train Fare
- Gondola Ride is on a direct payment basis
- Monuments Entrance Fee and services of an English-speaking local guide
- Expenses of a personal nature, including tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fees at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax, etc.
- Any tips to hotel staff, local guides, drivers, etc.
- All package quotes mentioned above are not applicable for tours scheduled during peak season dates, long weekends, festive periods, blackout dates, or during the Diwali festival from 18 October 2025 to 31 October 2025, as well as the Christmas and New Year season from 20 December 2025 to 4 January 2026.
- The package price does not include gala dinner charges applicable on Christmas and New Year's Eve.
- A maximum of 3 adults are allowed in one room. The third occupant will be provided with a mattress or rollaway bed.
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Vaishnodevi Darshan with Kashmir for 7N/8D
Katra(2N) → Pahalgam(2N) → Gulmarg(1N) → Srinagar(1N) → Srinagar(1N)
4.8 (11 Reviews)
11 Agents for Katra
$ 296
$ 360
17% off
/person