Duration: 7 Days 6 Nights
Day 1: Arrival in Jammu – Transfer to Katra (52 km / 2 hrs)
- Arrive in Jammu, where our representative will greet you.
- Drive to Katra, the base camp for the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage.
- Check into the hotel and relax.
- Overnight stay in Katra.
Day 2: Vaishno Devi Darshan
- Early morning, proceed for the sacred Vaishno Devi Temple pilgrimage (12 km trek, pony, or helicopter available).
- After darshan, return to Katra.
- Overnight stay in Katra.
Day 3: Katra to Pahalgam (250 km / 7-8 hrs)
- After breakfast, check out and drive to Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds).
- Located at the confluence of the Sheshnag Lake and Lidder River, Pahalgam is a scenic paradise.
- Check into the hotel upon arrival.
- Overnight stay in Pahalgam.
Day 4: Pahalgam Sightseeing – Transfer to Srinagar (96 km / 3 hrs)
- After breakfast, visit Chandanwari and Betaab Valley, known for breathtaking landscapes.
- Optional: Horseback ride through the Baisaran Meadows wildlife sanctuary.
- Later, drive to Srinagar and check into a hotel/houseboat.
- In the evening, explore local markets and enjoy a Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
- Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 5: Srinagar Local Sightseeing
- Visit the famous Mughal Gardens:
- Nishat Bagh (Garden of Joy) built by Asaf Khan in 1632 AD.
- Shalimar Bagh, built by Emperor Jehangir for Empress Nur Jahan.
- Enjoy the scenic views of Dal Lake with the Zabarwan Hills in the backdrop.
- Afternoon at leisure for personal activities.
- Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 6: Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar (60 km / 2 hrs)
- After breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion to Gulmarg (Meadow of Flowers, 2730m above sea level).
- En route, pass through picturesque Tangmarg village.
- Enjoy activities like:
- Gondola Ride to Apharwat Peak (optional).
- Horse-riding to Strawberry Valley.
- Skiing and Golfing (seasonal).
- If the weather is clear, witness a spectacular view of Nanga Parbat (26,000 ft).
- Return to Srinagar in the evening.
- Overnight stay in Srinagar.
Day 7: Departure from Srinagar
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Srinagar Airport.
- En route, stop for last-minute shopping in the city center.
- Drop-off at the airport for your onward journey.