7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Vaishno Devi

1. Day 1: Arrive in Jammu
   45 minutes (25 km) from Satwari Airport

   Explore the Jammu Raghunath Temple, Bahu Fort, and Dogra Art Museum. Enjoy local street food at Raghunath Bazaar.

2. Day 2: Katra and Vaishno Devi Yatra
   10 minutes (4.5 km) from Jammu

   Start the 13 km trek to Vaishno Devi. Stop at Ardhkwari for some refreshments and rest. Reach the holy cave and seek blessings.

3. Day 3: Shiv Khori
   75 minutes (35 km) from Katra

   Visit the stunning natural cave of Shiv Khori, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Get mesmerized by the natural waterfalls and the Shiva Lingam.

4. Day 4: Patnitop
   2 hours (80 km) from Katra

   Enjoy the scenic beauty of Patnitop while indulging in adventure activities such as paragliding, skiing, and trekking. Visit Nag Temple, a major attraction in the area.

5. Day 5: Sanasar Lake and Nathatop
   1 hour 15 minutes (25 km) from Patnitop

   Relax at the beautiful Sanasar Lake and enjoy pony rides while taking in the breathtaking views. Head to Nathatop for a snow-filled play area. Enjoy the sunset and overnight stay at Patnitop.

6. Day 6: Amritsar
   4 hours, 45 minutes (220 km) from Patnitop

   Visit the Golden Temple, the spiritual and cultural center of the Sikh religion. Enjoy the famous langar, a free communal meal served to all visitors. View History at the Jallianwala Bagh massacre site.

7. Day 7: Departure
   1 hour (11 km) from the Golden Temple

   Depart for home with blessings and fond memories of Vaishno Devi and Amritsar.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Jammu Raghunath Temple (1 hour, free)
• Bahu Fort (1 hour, INR 10)
• Dogra Art Museum (1 hour, INR 10)
• Raghunath Bazaar street food (1 hour, INR 150)
• Aradhkawari (2 hours, free)
• Katra accommodation (1 night, INR 2000)
• Shiv Khori Tour (3 hours, INR 500)
• Patnitop accommodation (2 nights, INR 4000)
• Sanasar Lake pony ride (1 hour, INR 500)
• Amritsar accommodation (2 nights, INR 5000)
• Local transportation (INR 5000)
• Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 16,170

Useful Tips

For additional days, visit Bhimgarh Fort or Krimchi Temples. Try the local delicacies, Dogra dishes. Subtract Shivkhori and Amritsar for a shorter itinerary. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately.