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7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Katra in January 2024

  1. Day 1: Vaishno Devi Mandir
    Located in the Trikuta Mountains, 12.3 miles from Katra

    Morning: Start your day by taking a helicopter ride to the Vaishno Devi Mandir, which is one of the most popular religious shrines in India. The helicopter ride takes around 10 minutes. Afternoon: Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Trikuta Mountains and explore the temple complex. Evening: Head back to Katra and relax at your hotel.

  2. Day 2: Bhairavnath Temple
    Located in the Trikuta Mountains, 14.1 miles from Katra

    Morning: Take a trek to Bhairavnath Temple which is located at an altitude of 6610 ft above sea level. The trek takes around 4 hours. Afternoon: Explore the temple complex and take in the stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Evening: Head back to Katra and enjoy a delicious dinner at one of the local restaurants.

  3. Day 3: Shivkhori
    Located 48 miles from Katra

    Morning: Take a drive to Shivkhori which is a famous cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. The drive takes around 2 hours. Afternoon: Explore the cave complex and learn about the mythology associated with it. Evening: Head back to Katra and relax at your hotel.

  4. Day 4: Baba Dhansar
    Located 19.5 miles from Katra

    Morning: Take a drive to Baba Dhansar which is known for its beautiful waterfall and a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The drive takes around 1 hour. Afternoon: Explore the temple complex and take a dip in the holy water of the waterfall. Evening: Head back to Katra and enjoy a stroll at the local market.

  5. Day 5: Patnitop
    Located 37.7 miles from Katra

    Morning: Take a drive to Patnitop which is a hill station known for its stunning views and adventure sports. The drive takes around 2 hours. Afternoon: Enjoy adventure activities like skiing, paragliding or take a stroll at the local market. Evening: Head back to Katra and enjoy a relaxing spa at your hotel.

  6. Day 6: Himkoti
    Located 2.7 miles from Katra

    Morning: Take a drive to Himkoti which is known for its scenic beauty and panoramic views of the Trikuta Mountains. The drive takes around 30 minutes. Afternoon: Explore the area and enjoy a picnic lunch with your family. Evening: Head back to Katra and enjoy a traditional Kashmiri dinner at one of the local restaurants.

  7. Day 7: Adhkunwari
    Located 6.5 miles from Katra

    Morning: Take a drive to Adhkunwari which is known for its cave temple dedicated to Goddess Vaishno Devi. The drive takes around 45 minutes. Afternoon: Explore the cave temple and learn about the mythology associated with it. Evening: Head back to Katra and enjoy a relaxing spa at your hotel.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Nau Devi Temple, which is located 3.7 miles from Katra. You can also take a side trip to Jammu, which is located 19.3 miles from Katra, and explore the temples and local markets there. To maximize your fun, try to plan your itinerary in such a way that you can enjoy adventure activities like skiing, paragliding, and trekking. Don't forget to try the local delicacies like Rajma Chawal, Rogan Josh, and Dum Aloo.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Vaishno Devi Mandir (4 hours, free)
  • Bhairavnath Temple (4 hours, free)
  • Shivkhori (6 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Baba Dhansar (4 hours, INR 200 per person)
  • Patnitop (8 hours, INR 1000 per person)
  • Himkoti (4 hours, free)
  • Adhkunwari (3 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1700 per person

Check hotel and flight prices at https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo

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