Travel Itinerary: Anandpur Sahib ➜ Naina Devi ➜ Chitpurni ➜ Jwala ➜ Chamunda ➜ Kangra ➜ Dharamshala ➜ McLeodganj ➜ Katra

Day 1: Arrival & Exploration in Anandpur Sahib

Morning: Arrive by train or bus at Anandpur Sahib Railway Station. Check‑in to a comfortable guesthouse and freshen up.

Afternoon: Visit the historic Har Ki Pauri and the revered Gurudwara Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib. Enjoy a light lunch at a local dhaba.

Evening: Stroll along the Sutlej Riverbank, witness the evening aarti, and sample Punjabi street food before an early night.

Day 2: Naina Devi Temple & Chitpurni Temple

Morning: Board a shared taxi to Naina Devi (≈2 hrs). Climb the 300‑step path to the hilltop shrine, soaking in panoramic views.

Afternoon: After a simple lunch, travel by bus to Chitpurni Devi Temple (≈1.5 hrs). Explore the temple complex and the nearby market.

Evening: Return to Anandpur Sahib by taxi, relax at the hotel, and enjoy a quiet dinner.

Day 3: Jwala Devi & Chamunda Devi Pilgrimage

Morning: Depart early by bus to Jwala Devi Temple in Kangra (≈3 hrs). Witness the natural flame that never extinguishes.

Afternoon: Continue by shared taxi to Chamunda Devi Temple near Kangra (≈45 min). Explore the cave shrine and enjoy a picnic lunch.

Evening: Transfer to a hotel in Kangra town, unwind, and try local Himachali cuisine.

Day 4: Kangra Fort & Dharamshala

Morning: Tour the majestic Kangra Fort, learning about its Mughal and Sikh history.

Afternoon: Take a private taxi to Dharamshala (≈1 hr). Visit the Dalai Lama Temple Complex and the Tibetan Museum.

Evening: Wander through the Mall Road, shop for handicrafts, and dine at a cozy café overlooking the hills.

Day 5: McLeod Ganjo (Mcleodganj)

Morning: Short drive to McLeod Ganjo. Explore the vibrant Tibetan market and the historic St. John’s Church.

Afternoon: Hike to the scenic Bhagsu Waterfall and visit the nearby Bhagsunag Temple. Enjoy a thukpa lunch at a local eatery.

Evening: Return to Dharamshala, relax at the hotel, and perhaps attend a cultural performance.

Day 6: Journey to Katra

Morning: Board an early train from Pathankot (≈2 hrs by taxi from Dharamshala) to Katra Railway Station. Check in to a hotel near the pilgrimage complex.

Afternoon: Rest and acclimatize. Optionally explore the local market or visit the Shri Mata Mata Mata Shri Bhadarvi Devi Temple nearby.

Evening: Early dinner, pack essentials for the Vaishno Devi trek, and get a good night’s sleep.

Day 7: Vaishno Devi Pilgrimage (Katra)

Morning: Begin the 12 km trek (or take a pony/hand‑pumped vehicle) to Vaishno Devi Shrine. Stop at the holy Banganga and Ardha Kund along the route.

Afternoon: Reach the main shrine, perform darshan, and offer prayers. Have a modest lunch at the pilgrimage canteen.

Evening: Descend back to Katra, relax at the hotel, and celebrate the pilgrimage with a traditional dinner.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Anandpur Sahib (Har Ki Pauri, Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib) – 3 hrs – ₹200
• Naina Devi Temple – 2 hrs – ₹150 (taxi round‑trip)
• Chitpurni Devi Temple – 2 hrs – ₹120 (bus)
• Jwala Devi Temple – 3 hrs – ₹250 (bus + taxi)
• Chamunda Devi Temple – 2 hrs – ₹100 (shared taxi)
• Kangra Fort – 2 hrs – ₹100 (entry)
• Dalai Lama Temple Complex (Dharamshala) – 2 hrs – ₹50 (donation)
• Bhagsu Waterfall & Temple – 3 hrs – ₹80 (entry)
• Train Pathankot → Katra – 5 hrs – ₹600 (second‑class)
• Vaishno Devi Pilgrimage (trek, darshan) – 8 hrs – ₹300 (ponies/vehicles, meals)
• Accommodation (7 nights, mid‑range) – – ₹7,000
• Food & Miscellaneous – – ₹2,500
Total Estimated Cost: ₹11,450

Tips

To extend the trip, add a day in Dalhousie or explore the Tea Gardens of Palampur. If you need to shorten the itinerary, skip the Bhagsu waterfall hike and combine the Jwala and Chamunda visits into a single day, using a shared taxi to save travel time. Always carry a refillable water bottle and wear comfortable walking shoes for the hilltreks.