Day 1: Arrival at Srinagar Airport / Jammu Railway Station – Transfer to Pahalgam
Upon arrival at Srinagar Airport or Jammu Railway Station, meet our representative and begin your journey to the picturesque town of Pahalgam. En route, enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of Kashmir. On arrival, check in to the hotel and relax. Overnight Stay: Pahalgam
Day 2: Pahalgam Local Sightseeing and check in Srinagar Hotel
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day excursion to: Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, Chandanwari, (Local union taxis are mandatory for these sightseeing points and are payable directly.), Optional: Pony ride to Baisaran (Mini Switzerland) at your own cost. Then at about 2 to 3 Hours (89.5 KM) to Srinagar overnight Stay: at Srinagar Hotel.
Day 3: Sonmarg Excursion
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to Sonmarg (Meadow of Gold). Optional activities (own cost): Thajiwas Glacier, Pony Ride Baltal Valley Zojila Pass (subject to weather & road conditions) Return to Srinagar. Overnight Stay: Srinagar
Day 4: Gulmarg Excursion
After breakfast, drive to Gulmarg, one of India's most beautiful hill stations. Gulmarg Meadows, Maharani Temple, Gulmarg Golf Course, Gondola Cable Car (optional, own cost), Snow activities (seasonal). Return to Srinagar. Overnight Stay: Srinagar.
Day 5: Srinagar Local and Houseboat Stay
After breakfast, check out from Hotel and proceed for local sightseeing. Visit: Shankaracharya Temple, Hazratbal Shrine, Nishat Garden, Shalimar Garden, Chashme Shahi Pari Mahal (time permitting). Return and check in to a traditional Deluxe Houseboat on Dal Lake. In the evening, enjoy a relaxing Shikara Ride on Dal Lake. Overnight Stay: Houseboat, Srinagar
Day 6: Srinagar – Katra
After breakfast on the houseboat, check out and drive to Katra, the base town of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi. The journey takes approximately 4 hours 40 minutes (223 km). Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and relax. The evening is free at leisure or to prepare for the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra. Overnight stay in Katra.
Day 7: Mata Vaishno Devi Darshan
Early morning proceed for the sacred Mata Vaishno Devi Darshan. Pilgrims may travel by: Trek (approximately 14 km one way) Pony, Palki, Helicopter (all optional and at own cost), After darshan, return to Katra. Overnight Stay: Katra
Day 8: Departure
After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Transfer to Jammu Railway Station for your onward journey. Optional: Guests departing by flight can also be dropped at Srinagar Airport (subject to tour plan and transfer arrangement).