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6-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Vaishnodevi in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Arrival in Katra
    Located in Katra
    Estimated Time and Distance from Last Point: N/A

    After your arrival in Katra, check-in at your hotel and take some rest. In the evening, you can take a leisurely walk to the nearby market and explore the local shops and food stalls.

  2. Day 2: Vaishnodevi Darshan
    Located in Katra
    Estimated Time and Distance from Last Point: N/A

    Early morning, start your trek to the Vaishnodevi temple. You can take a palki or a horse ride to the top. After you reach the temple, have darshan and seek blessings from Mata Vaishnodevi. On your way back, you can try local delicacies and shop for souvenirs.

  3. Day 3: Bhairon Temple and Bhairo Baba Cave
    Located in Katra
    Estimated Time and Distance from Last Point: 2 hours (5.3 km) from Vaishnodevi temple

    Today, visit the Bhairon temple and seek blessings from Bhairon Baba. After that, hike to the Bhairo Baba cave, which is located at a higher altitude. The trek takes around 2 hours, and it offers a scenic view of the valley. Return to your hotel in the evening.

  4. Day 4: Patnitop
    Located in Udhampur district
    Estimated Time and Distance from Last Point: 2.5 hours (60.8 km) from Katra

    Today, visit the scenic hill station of Patnitop. Enjoy the melodious sound of the waterfalls and scenic views of the valley. Visit the ancient Naag temple and trek to the nearby meadows. You can also enjoy adventure sports like paragliding and skiing. Return to your hotel in the evening.

  5. Day 5: Shivkhori
    Located in Reasi district
    Estimated Time and Distance from Last Point: 1.5 hours (70.7 km) from Patnitop

    Today, visit the Shivkhori cave temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The cave is a naturally formed lingam, and it is believed that Lord Shiva himself resides here. The trek to the cave takes around 2 hours, and it offers a scenic view of the valley. Return to your hotel in the evening.

  6. Day 6: Departure
    Located in Katra
    Estimated Time and Distance from Last Point: 2.5 hours (122 km) from Shivkhori

    Today, check-out from your hotel and depart for your onward journey.

Recommendations

Other local attractions that you can consider visiting are the Raghunath temple, the Nau Devi temple, and the Ranbireshwar temple. You can also take a day trip to the scenic hill station of Sanasar, which is located around 20 km from Patnitop. To maximize your fun, try local delicacies like rajma chawal, khatta meat, and dogri saag. Don't forget to carry comfortable trekking shoes and warm clothes, as it can get chilly in the evenings.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Vaishnodevi Darshan (4-6 hours, free)
  • Bhairon Temple (2-3 hours, free)
  • Bhairo Baba Cave (3-4 hours, free)
  • Patnitop (1 day, cost varies depending on activities and food)
  • Shivkhori (1 day, cost varies depending on activities and food)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Varies depending on accommodation, food, and transportation choices.
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