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Hill Station • Jammu and Kashmir • 7 Days

7 Days Jammu Vaishno Devi Kashmir Tour

A 7-day Jammu to Kashmir tour combining Vaishno Devi Darshan in Katra with Pahalgam, Gulmarg and Sonamarg before departure from Srinagar.

Duration 7 Days / 6 Nights
Destination Jammu and Kashmir
Ideal For Hill Station
Starting From ₹19,599 per person

7 Days Jammu Vaishno Devi Kashmir Tour

Jammu and Kashmir Hill Station Jammu and Kashmir Tour Package

Overview

This 7 Days Jammu to Kashmir Pilgrimage & Valley Tour begins with arrival at Jammu Railway Station or Airport and transfer to Katra. The second day is dedicated to the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage, including the journey from Katra through Banganga and Ardhkuwari before Darshan at the main shrine.

Day three takes the journey from Katra towards Pahalgam, with a stop at Verinag Spring and the historic Martand Sun Temple. After reaching Pahalgam, the itinerary includes time at the local market before the overnight stay.

On day four, explore Pahalgam's scenic valleys with visits to Aru Valley, Betab Valley and Chandanwari before continuing to Srinagar. This itinerary brings together pilgrimage and several of the region's major Jammu & Kashmir places to visit.

Day five features a Gulmarg excursion from Srinagar, including the Gulmarg Gondola and views towards Kongdoori and Apharwat. Day six continues with a Sonamarg excursion through Ganderbal and Kangan, with time to explore the Thajiwas Glacier area before returning to Srinagar.

The final day concludes the journey with breakfast, checkout and transfer from Srinagar to the airport or railway station for onward travel.

Highlights

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Open a day to see the main sightseeing and travel plan.

D1
Arrival in Jammu To Katra
  • Arrive at Jammu Railway Station/Airport and meet your representative
  • Transfer to Katra and check in to your hotel
  • Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in Katra.

  • Darshan Information: Battery car bookings open 90 days prior
  • Rope Way (Bhavan - Bhairo Baba - Bhavan) bookings open 30 days prior
  • Hali ticket bookings open 60 days prior
  • For details, visit: https://www.maavaishnodevi.org/
D2
Vaishno Devi Darshan
  • Begin your day with breakfast at your hotel in Katra before starting the sacred journey towards the shrine
  • Begin the trek from Katra to Banganga on foot, or opt for pony or palanquin services as per preference
  • Continue the ascent to Ardhkuwari and visit the revered Ardhkuwari Temple
  • Proceed towards Bhavan, preparing for the holy darshan at the main shrine
  • Seek blessings with Darshan of Mata Vaishno Devi inside the sanctum
  • Begin the return trek from Bhavan to Katra, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel
D3
Katra To Pahalgam
  • Breakfast at Katra and depart on a scenic drive via the Chenani–Nashri Tunnel and Banihal, enjoying lush Pir Panjal landscapes
  • Stop at Verinag Spring, the pristine source of the Jhelum River, surrounded by elegant Mughal gardens
  • Visit the iconic Martand Sun Temple near Anantnag, a magnificent ruin showcasing ancient Kashmiri architecture
  • Arrive in Pahalgam – the Valley of Shepherds, known for its serene meadows, pine forests, and mountain views
  • Explore the Pahalgam local market for traditional Kashmiri handicrafts, shawls, and souvenirs
  • Dinner and overnight stay in Pahalgam
  • Optional activities (at own cost): Pony rides – ₹1500 (small circuit), ₹2500 (big circuit)
  • ABC Valley car: ₹2400 per car (up to 4 pax)
D4
Pahalgam Sightseeing To Srinagar
  • Start your day with breakfast at your hotel in Pahalgam before visiting the scenic valleys of Aru Valley and Betaab Valley, known for their lush meadows and breathtaking landscapes
  • Stop at Chandanwari, the starting point of the Amarnath Yatra, and enjoy views of snow-covered surroundings
  • Visit the historic Martand Sun Temple, an ancient architectural marvel located en route to Srinagar
  • Arrive in Srinagar, complete hotel check-in, and relax after the scenic journey
  • Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Srinagar, experiencing warm Kashmiri hospitality
D5
Excursion Gulmarg
  • Breakfast at your hotel before a scenic drive to Gulmarg, renowned for ski slopes, meadows, and the world’s highest 18-hole golf course
  • Enjoy panoramic views of snowy mountains and lush valleys along the route
  • Take the Gulmarg Gondola to Kongdoori and Affarwat for breathtaking snow-peak and valley vistas
  • Spend time admiring the stunning landscapes from above and capturing perfect photos
  • Return to Srinagar in the evening, check into your hotel, enjoy dinner, and stay overnight
D6
Excursion Sonamarg
  • Start your day in Srinagar with breakfast at the hotel
  • Drive towards Ganderbal and enjoy scenic views of the Kashmir Valley
  • Stop at Kangan for a short break and photos
  • Visit Thajiwas Glacier in Sonamarg and explore the area
  • Return to Srinagar, enjoying the landscapes along the way
  • Arrive at your hotel in Srinagar for dinner and overnight stay
D7
Departure from Srinagar
  • Start your day with breakfast at your Srinagar hotel and complete checkout
  • Transfer to Srinagar Airport or railway station for your onward journey
  • Conclude your tour with a smooth and hassle-free departure
  • Wishing you a safe journey back home

What's Included & What's Not

Inclusions

  • Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis as per the confirmed voucher.
  • Daily breakfast and dinner or meals as specified in the voucher.
  • One-hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake for up to four guests.
  • Non-AC transportation as per the confirmed itinerary from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Toll taxes, parking charges, and driver allowances.
  • Dedicated 24×7 customer support.
  • Basic travel, emergency, and itinerary assistance.
  • All applicable taxes unless stated otherwise.

Exclusions

  • Anything not mentioned in the confirmed booking voucher.
  • Air-conditioning charges, if requested.
  • Personal expenses, extra meals, tips, entry fees, and activities.
  • Local union taxis for sightseeing in Pahalgam, Sonamarg, Gulmarg, and Gurez are mandatory and payable directly by the guest.
  • Gulmarg Gondola and internal sightseeing require local transport from the designated parking area.
  • Additional destinations, routes, or sightseeing beyond the confirmed itinerary.
  • Extra costs due to weather, road closures, government restrictions, natural calamities, or operational reasons.
  • Additional transport, waiting time, or route deviations requested by the guest.

Booking Policy

01 Confirm Booking

30% advance payment to confirm the booking.

02 On Arrival

50% payment due on arrival.

03 Final Payment

Remaining 20% payable one day before departure.

04 Payment Method

UPI, IMPS or direct account transfer.

05 Cancellation

Refund eligibility depends on the number of days before arrival.

Traveller reviews

What Our Travellers Say

★★★★★
“Our main requirement was a reliable cab, and the Srinagar transport service handled the timings clearly. During the Srinagar–Yusmarg Cab journey, the driver allowed sensible breaks without making the day unnecessarily long. A simple but useful detail was that the driver waited patiently when a sightseeing stop took longer. For two travellers, the dedicated vehicle made it easy to manage our own sightseeing pace. The service covered what we needed: reliable pickups, safe driving, and clear coordination on the main routes.”
Arjun R
Jaipur
★★★★★
“We wanted a relaxed Srinagar trip, and the itinerary balanced sightseeing with enough personal time. We enjoyed the Srinagar–Doodhpathri part because the departure timing left a comfortable sightseeing window. We liked that the airport pickup instructions were confirmed before our flight landed. For our family, the flexible timing helped with meals and made the longer travel days more comfortable. The planning and communication stayed consistent, which made the overall Kashmir experience enjoyable.”
Akash K
Lucknow
★★★★★
“Using one transport service for multiple routes saved us from arranging a different cab at every destination. For the Srinagar Airport + City Sightseeing, the driver explained the expected travel time and confirmed the return plan clearly. We found it reassuring that the airport pickup instructions were confirmed before our flight landed. For friends travelling together, the cab gave us useful flexibility for meals and photo stops. The driver and coordination team kept things simple, which is exactly what we wanted from private transport.”
Meera Z
Daman
★★★★☆
“We booked private transport for our Kashmir holiday and found the daily coordination easy to manage. The Srinagar Airport Pickup service was handled smoothly, with a clean vehicle and a comfortable driving pace. One thing that reduced confusion was that the driver suggested practical stops without changing our main plan. For our honeymoon, the private transport gave us a quieter and more flexible experience than shared transfers. The service was reliable overall; earlier confirmation on one morning pickup would have made it even smoother.”
Kavya C
Hyderabad
★★★★★
“From our first transfer onward, the trip stayed coordinated and the itinerary was simple to understand. We enjoyed the Srinagar–Doodhpathri part because the departure timing left a comfortable sightseeing window. It was helpful that the meeting point was explained clearly on busy sightseeing days. The honeymoon plan gave us sightseeing structure while still leaving enough private time during the trip. The planning and communication stayed consistent, which made the overall Kashmir experience enjoyable.”
Ankit O
Kolkata
★★★★★
“Booking the main arrangements together made the Srinagar holiday much easier for us to manage. The Srinagar–Gulmarg–Sonamarg section was well organised and gave us time to enjoy the main stops properly. Another useful detail was that the team kept the communication short and easy to follow. The family-friendly pace worked well because short rest breaks could be managed without disturbing the itinerary. The trip felt smooth from start to finish, and the local coordination made our Srinagar visit easier.”
Aarohi G
Port Blair
★★★★★
“The airport and sightseeing transfers were easy to coordinate, which reduced stress during our trip. For the Srinagar–Pahalgam Cab, the driver explained the expected travel time and confirmed the return plan clearly. It was convenient for us that the airport pickup instructions were confirmed before our flight landed. For our honeymoon, the private transport gave us a quieter and more flexible experience than shared transfers. The driver and coordination team kept things simple, which is exactly what we wanted from private transport.”
Pranav Q
Shillong
★★★★★
“Using one transport service for multiple routes saved us from arranging a different cab at every destination. The Srinagar Airport Drop arrangement was convenient and removed the need to negotiate transport again during the trip. A useful part of the service was that we received clear guidance about where local vehicle rules could differ. For friends travelling together, the cab gave us useful flexibility for meals and photo stops. We were satisfied with the punctuality, vehicle comfort, and straightforward communication throughout the trip.”
Ankit L
Chennai
★★★★★
“We booked private transport for our Kashmir holiday and found the daily coordination easy to manage. During the Srinagar Local Sightseeing journey, the driver allowed sensible breaks without making the day unnecessarily long. A simple but useful detail was that we were not pushed toward unnecessary shopping stops. For our honeymoon, the private transport gave us a quieter and more flexible experience than shared transfers. The service covered what we needed: reliable pickups, safe driving, and clear coordination on the main routes.”
Rhea I
Shillong
★★★★★
“We used the Srinagar transport service for several journeys, and the booking process was straightforward from the start. The Multi-Day Kashmir Cab booking worked well because the pickup timing and route were discussed in advance. We found it reassuring that the vehicle details were confirmed before the first morning pickup. For our family, one dedicated cab made luggage handling, meal breaks, and daily pickups much easier. Overall, the cab experience was smooth and removed a lot of uncertainty from our daily travel planning.”
Pankaj K
Kohima

Frequently Asked Questions

The itinerary is 7 days and 6 nights. The stay plan is two nights in Katra, one night in Pahalgam, and three nights in Srinagar. The detailed day-by-day plan begins with arrival at Jammu, covers the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage on day two, continues through Pahalgam, Gulmarg and Sonamarg, and ends with departure from Srinagar.

The journey starts with pickup at Jammu Railway Station or Jammu Airport and transfer to Katra. After the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage and Kashmir sightseeing, the final transfer is from Srinagar to Srinagar Airport or the railway station. This makes the package a Jammu arrival and Srinagar departure itinerary.

Day two is dedicated to the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage from Katra. The itinerary describes the journey from Katra to Banganga, onward to Ardhkuwari and then Bhavan for Mata Vaishno Devi Darshan, followed by the return journey to Katra. The pilgrimage day is therefore a substantial walking-focused part of the trip.

The package describes the trek from Katra to Banganga on foot, with pony or palanquin services available according to preference. It then continues toward Ardhkuwari and Bhavan for Darshan before the return to Katra. Any pony, palanquin, battery-car, ropeway or helicopter service should be treated separately unless specifically confirmed in the Booking Voucher.

The package page lists advance booking windows for battery cars, the Bhavan–Bhairon Baba ropeway and helicopter services, but these arrangements are not stated as included package services. The official Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board also requires pilgrims to register for the Yatra and obtain the applicable Yatra Access Card. Current booking and registration requirements should be confirmed before travel.

Mata Vaishno Devi Darshan is explicitly part of the day-two itinerary, with the route proceeding from Katra through Banganga and Ardhkuwari to Bhavan. However, the page does not clearly state that separate pilgrimage service tickets such as helicopter, battery car, ropeway, pony or palanquin charges are included, so those should not be assumed to be part of the package price.

Day three travels from Katra toward Pahalgam via the Chenani–Nashri Tunnel and Banihal. The itinerary includes stops at Verinag Spring and Martand Sun Temple before reaching Pahalgam, where guests have time for the local market. The night is spent in Pahalgam, making this the transition from the pilgrimage portion into the Kashmir Valley sightseeing portion.

Day four covers Aru Valley, Betaab Valley and Chandanwari before the group continues to Srinagar. The itinerary also mentions Martand Sun Temple on the route. Chandanwari is specifically described as the starting point of the Amarnath Yatra, giving this package an additional pilgrimage-related destination beyond Vaishno Devi.

The page lists pony rides and an ABC Valley car as optional activities at the guest's own cost. They are not part of the confirmed package inclusions. The published page also shows example charges for these optional services, but because local activity rates can change, travellers should reconfirm the applicable amount before using them.

No fixed local-union amount is included. The page states that sightseeing in Pahalgam, Sonamarg and Gulmarg may require vehicles operated by the respective Local Taxi Unions, with applicable charges payable directly by the guest where such vehicles are mandatory. Gulmarg also has specific local-transport restrictions for access toward the Gondola station and internal sightseeing.

The Gulmarg day includes the Gondola journey toward Kongdoori and Affarwat in the sightseeing plan, but activity charges are listed under exclusions. The package therefore does not clearly confirm the Gondola ticket as an included cost. Travellers should have the ticket or activity charges confirmed separately before booking.

Day six is a Sonamarg excursion from Srinagar through Ganderbal, with a stop at Kangan before visiting the Thajiwas Glacier area. The group then returns to Srinagar for dinner and an overnight stay. The itinerary does not state that separate local activity or transport charges in Sonamarg are included.

Accommodation is on a twin-sharing basis in the room category specified in the confirmed Booking Voucher. Meals are on MAPAI basis with breakfast and dinner unless the voucher states otherwise. Transport is non-air-conditioned according to the confirmed itinerary and Transport Voucher, generally between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Tolls, parking and driver allowances are included.

The booking policy requires 30% advance payment to confirm the booking, 50% on arrival and the remaining 20% one day before departure. UPI, IMPS or direct account transfer are listed payment methods. The cancellation section only states that refund eligibility depends on the number of days before arrival; no detailed refund slabs are provided on the page.

The page presents the trip as private and customisable. Changes may be considered for the stay category, duration, sightseeing and transport, subject to feasibility and applicable charges. The final price can depend on travel dates, hotel category, room requirements and confirmed inclusions, so any changes should be agreed before the Booking Voucher is issued.
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