Kashmir
Paradise on Earth.
Climate — Temperate with cold winters
Languages — Kashmiri, Hindi, Urdu, English
Currency — Indian Rupee (INR)
Visa (Indian passport) — No visa required (domestic)
Best time — March to August, December for snow
Overview
About this package
Eight days combining the sacred ascent to Vaishno Devi with the classic Kashmir valley circuit — Srinagar's Dal Lake, Gulmarg's meadows, and Pahalgam's pine forests. A pilgrimage that opens into a holiday, for families who want both blessings and beauty in a single well-paced trip.
Vaishno Devi DarshanDal Lake Houseboat NightGulmarg Gondola RideBetaab Valley PicnicCombined Faith & Leisure Circuit
Who it suits
Who this trip is built for
Pilgrimage & spiritual travelQuiet retreats
Good to know
Know before you go
Practical details for the destinations on this trip, straight from our destination guides.
Itinerary
Day by day
Every trip is adjusted around your dates, pace, hotel style, and traveler profile.
1
Day 1
Arrive Jammu, Transfer to Katra
Flight into Jammu, drive to Katra, evening registration for the yatra and rest.
2
Day 2
Vaishno Devi Darshan
Ascend to the Bhawan for darshan at the cave shrine, overnight stay near the Bhawan.
3
Day 3
Bhairon Temple & Fly to Srinagar
Morning Bhairon Temple visit, descend to Katra, drive to Jammu for a connecting flight to Srinagar, evening houseboat check-in.
4
Day 4
Srinagar Gardens
Morning at Shalimar and Nishat Bagh, afternoon shikara ride to the floating market.
5
Day 5
Drive to Gulmarg
Drive to Gulmarg, Gondola ride to Kongdoori Bowl, overnight at a mountain resort.
6
Day 6
Gulmarg to Pahalgam
Drive to Pahalgam, riverside resort check-in, evening walk along the Lidder River.
7
Day 7
Betaab Valley
Full day at Betaab Valley and Aru Valley, picnic lunch by the waterfalls.
8
Day 8
Return to Srinagar & Departure
Drive back to Srinagar, last-minute shopping, transfer to airport.
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What's covered
Inclusions & exclusions
Included
- 1 night Katra + 1 night Bhawan + 5 nights Kashmir
- All transfers & connecting flight Jammu-Srinagar
- Daily breakfast
- Yatra registration assistance
- Gondola tickets
Not Included
- International/domestic flights to Jammu
- Pony/palki charges
- Lunch & dinner (except day-1 dinner)
- Personal expenses
Best Time to Travel
April – October
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Kashmir & Vaishno Devi: Pilgrimage Meets Paradise trip?
8 days, 7 nights.
When is the best time to go on the Kashmir & Vaishno Devi: Pilgrimage Meets Paradise trip?
April – October
What's included in the Kashmir & Vaishno Devi: Pilgrimage Meets Paradise package?
1 night Katra + 1 night Bhawan + 5 nights Kashmir; All transfers & connecting flight Jammu-Srinagar; Daily breakfast; Yatra registration assistance; Gondola tickets
What's not included in the Kashmir & Vaishno Devi: Pilgrimage Meets Paradise package?
International/domestic flights to Jammu; Pony/palki charges; Lunch & dinner (except day-1 dinner); Personal expenses
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