5N/6 Days-Katra &Kashmir

Upon arrival at “Jammu” discovered by Raja Jambu Lochan – the Island of the “Fearless” and the Island of “Gods & Goddesses” – popularly known as the “City Of Temples”.On the way visit Nau Devi Temple (A highly reputed temple situated 9 kms away from Katra town). Later check-in to the hotel and overnight stay.

After an early breakfast in the morning, we proceed further to visit the Holy temple of Vaishnodevi (Total 13 kms walk to the temple that takes about 4-5 hours). Enroute stops at Adhkwari Temple and darshan at Baba Bhaironath Temple is recommended). During summer and peak travel season it may be advisable to start the climb previous evening. Once queue tickets are purchased the waiting period could be half an hour to 3 hours depending on the rush. During season Yatra Parchi (entry tickets required to begin the uphill walk), it is recommended to purchase in advance to avoid delays. For guests looking for Helidarshan (Helicopter ride, darshan, and back), morning flights are recommended for best weather and least uncertainty. Return by late evening for dinner & overnight stay at Hotel.

After breakfast check-out from Katra and drive to Pahalgam Situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder River, Pahalgam (2,130 m) was once a humble shepherd’s village with breathtaking views. En route visiting Saffron fields, Awantipur ruins (1100 yrs old temple of Lord Vishnu built by King Awantiverma), see the beautiful countryside on the way and lot of rice fields. Drive through pine forests. Now it is Kashmir’s premier resort, cool even during the height of summer when the maximum temperature does not exceed 25°C. After lunch has bridle walks and feeds your cameras with the picture of magnificent view of mountains.Dinner and Overnight stay at Pahalgam.

After breakfast check out & proceed to Srinagar &local sightseeing. Visit Cheshma Shahi (Mughal gardens built in 1632 AD ) Pari Mahal (Built by Mughal Prince Dara Shikoh in the mid-1600s, Friday holiday) Nishat Bagh Garden, Shalimar MughalGarden, Botanical Garden, Tulip Garden(March 20 th till April 30 th Only), Shankaracharya Temple (243 Steps By walk Timings, 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM) and Shikhara ride in Dal Lake ( Optional,01hr Rs. 1000/- Per Shikara Upto 4 Pax ). Overnight stay in Srinagar. Gardens Timings 9.30 am to 5.30 pm Notes: Rs.24/- Per Gardens Entry Tickets.Rs. 100 /-For Tulip Garden

After Breakfast proceed to Gulmarg, the Meadow of Flowers, 2730 mts above sea level Gulmarg offers spectacular views of snow capped mountain peaks, conifer forests and green meadows; it is home to the highest 18 hole golf course of the world.Thereafter time is free for activities on your own.Also proceed to enjoy GONDOLA RIDE/ CABLE CAR RIDE. It can take you up to the height of 16, 000 ft.above sea level and will mesmerise you will the glaciers of Khilanmerg and Afarwat. A word ofcaution, it is cold there so brace yourself with warm clothes and accessories. If you have a nick forwinter sports then you could buckle up yourself for snow skiing, sledging, snow bikes and ATV bikes. Later drive back to Srinagar. Check-in to the hotel, Dinner, and overnight stay in SRINAGAR.

After breakfast check out and proceed to Srinagar Airport. End of tour services. Back to home with sweet & everlasting memories of Switzerland of India with Indus Traveller