7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Vaishnav Devi - May 2023

  1. Day 1: Arrival at Jammu
    50 minutes (22.5 miles) from Jammu Airport

    Upon arrival at Jammu Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in Katra. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

  2. Day 2: Vaishnav Devi Darshan
    2 hours (7.5 miles) from Katra

    Early morning, start your trek to Vaishnav Devi. Seek blessings of Mata Vaishnav Devi and return to your hotel in Katra in the evening.

  3. Day 3: Patnitop
    3 hours (50.8 miles) from Katra

    Drive to Patnitop, a beautiful hill station known for its picturesque surroundings and adventure activities. Visit the Nag Temple, Patnitop Park and enjoy skiing, paragliding and trekking. Overnight stay in Patnitop.

  4. Day 4: Nathatop
    1 hour 15 minutes (12 miles) from Patnitop

    Drive to Nathatop, a serene hilltop with panoramic views of the snow-capped mountains. Enjoy a cable car ride and indulge in skiing and snowboarding. Return to Patnitop for overnight stay.

  5. Day 5: Bhaderwah
    4 hours (95.8 miles) from Patnitop

    Drive to Bhaderwah, a hidden gem in the Himalayas known for its scenic beauty, trekking trails and temples. Visit the ancient Vasuki Nag Temple, Padri Pass and Seoj Meadow. Overnight stay in Bhaderwah.

  6. Day 6: Sanasar
    1 hour 30 minutes (35 miles) from Bhaderwah

    Drive to Sanasar, a picturesque valley with a beautiful lake and adventure activities like paragliding, trekking and camping. Visit the Nag Temple, Shank Pal Temple and Natha Top. Overnight stay in Sanasar.

  7. Day 7: Departure
    3 hours 20 minutes (89 miles) from Sanasar to Jammu Airport

    Check out from your hotel in Sanasar and drive to Jammu Airport for your flight back home.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Transportation (7 days) - $300
  • Accommodation (6 nights) - $600
  • Vaishnav Devi Yatra Pass - $0
  • Cable Car Ride in Nathatop - $20
  • Adventure Activities in Patnitop and Sanasar - $200
  • Meals and Miscellaneous - $400
  • Total Estimated Costs - $1,520
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