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7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Vaishnodevi in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Arrival in Vaishnodevi
    30 minutes (30 miles) from Jammu Airport

    After arriving in the morning, check-in to your hotel and rest. In the afternoon, visit Raghunath Temple, a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Rama. In the evening, explore the local markets for some souvenirs and try local delicacies.

  2. Day 2: Vaishnodevi Temple
    4 hours (10 miles) from hotel

    Wake up early and start your trek to Vaishnodevi temple, one of the most revered shrines in India. The 12 km trek can take around 4-5 hours, so make sure to carry enough water and snacks. In the evening, attend the aarti ceremony at the temple.

  3. Day 3: Patnitop
    2 hours 25 minutes (45 miles) from hotel

    Take a day trip to Patnitop, a beautiful hill station known for its scenic views and adventure activities like paragliding and skiing. Visit the Nag Temple and the local market for some shopping.

  4. Day 4: Bhimgarh Fort
    1 hour 30 minutes (35 miles) from hotel

    Visit the Bhimgarh Fort, an ancient fort built during the reign of the Pandavas. It offers stunning views of the surrounding valleys and is a great place for a picnic. In the evening, head to Nau Devi Temple for the aarti ceremony.

  5. Day 5: Shivkhori
    2 hours 30 minutes (75 miles) from hotel

    Take a day trip to Shivkhori, a cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. The cave is around 150 meters long and has a naturally formed lingam. In the evening, visit the Mansar Lake, a beautiful lake surrounded by forests.

  6. Day 6: Baba Dhansar
    1 hour 20 minutes (30 miles) from hotel

    Visit the Baba Dhansar temple, a beautiful shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. It has a stunning waterfall nearby and is a great place for a picnic. In the evening, attend the aarti ceremony at the temple.

  7. Day 7: Departure
    30 minutes (30 miles) from Jammu Airport

    Check-out of your hotel and head back to Jammu Airport for your departure.

Recommendations

Make sure to carry enough water and snacks during the trek to Vaishnodevi temple. You can also hire a pony or a palanquin to make the journey easier. If you have more time, consider visiting the nearby town of Katra or the holy town of Amritsar. Don't forget to try the local delicacies like rajma chawal and kahwa.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Raghunath Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Vaishnodevi Temple (10-12 hours, free)
  • Patnitop (8-10 hours, Rs. 500-1000 per person)
  • Bhimgarh Fort (4-5 hours, Rs. 50 per person)
  • Shivkhori (10-12 hours, Rs. 500-1000 per person)
  • Baba Dhansar (4-5 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): Rs. 1500-2500
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