Morning: Board a train from Jalgaon Railway Station to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai and enjoy a quick breakfast at the station. The journey to the airport takes about 3 hours.
Afternoon: Catch a direct flight from Mumbai Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi (approx. 2 hours). Upon arrival, transfer to a city hotel and settle in.
Evening: Explore the nearby India Gate area for a relaxed stroll and dinner, preparing for the next day's journey.
Find HotelsMorning: Take an early morning train from New Delhi Railway Station to Jammu Railway Station (≈ 12 hours) or a short flight to Jammu Airport if preferred.
Afternoon: Upon arrival, check‑in at a hotel in Katra, the gateway town to Vaishno Devi. Enjoy a light lunch and freshen up.
Evening: Take a leisurely walk through Katra Market to experience local flavors and shop for pilgrimage essentials.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the Shree Mahakali Temple for a peaceful prayer before the main trek.
Afternoon: Explore the scenic Bhawan Temple Complex and familiarize yourself with the trek routes.
Evening: Relax at the hotel, review the pilgrimage guidelines, and enjoy a traditional dinner at a local restaurant.
Find HotelsMorning: Begin the trek from Katra to the base camp at Bhawan (approx. 4 km). Enjoy the panoramic mountain scenery.
Afternoon: Ascend the final 5 km to the Vaishno Devi Temple. Perform the darshan and offer prayers, followed by a simple vegetarian lunch at the temple canteen.
Evening: Descend back to Katra using the shuttle service and unwind with a soothing foot massage at the hotel.
Find HotelsMorning: Take a short drive to the hill station Patnitop for a refreshing mountain view.
Afternoon: Walk the Sanasar–Patnitop Trek, visit the Bhaderwah Valley, and have a picnic lunch amidst pine forests.
Evening: Return to Katra for a relaxed dinner and early night.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the historic Raghunath Temple and admire its intricate architecture.
Afternoon: Explore the iconic Bahu Fort and the surrounding gardens, followed by a quick lunch at a local dhaba.
Evening: Stroll along the Jammu Garrison Bazaar for souvenirs before heading back to the hotel.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart from Jammu Railway Station (or Jammu Airport**) for a flight back to Delhi.
Afternoon: Transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport and catch a flight to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, then a train back to Jalgaon.
Evening: Arrive at Jalgaon Railway Station with cherished memories of the pilgrimage.
Find HotelsTo extend the trip, add an extra day in Katra for a relaxing spa session or a short trek to Chandranag for scenic views. If you need to shorten the itinerary, combine Days 5 and 6 by visiting the nearby attractions (Raghunath Temple and Bahu Fort) in a single half‑day, allowing you to fly back on Day 6 and arrive in Jalgaon earlier.