Pilgrimage to Vaishnodevi

Day 1: Arrival in Katra

Katra, India

10:00AM

Arrive in Katra

Arrive in the holy town of Katra, the base camp for the Vaishnodevi pilgrimage.
N/A, 1 hour

11:30AM

Visit Banganga Temple

Head to the sacred Banganga Temple to seek blessings and take in the serene surroundings.
N/A, 1 hour

1:00PM

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional vegetarian lunch at a local restaurant in Katra.
£10, 1 hour

3:00PM

Relax at Hotel

Check into your hotel and relax before the trek to Vaishnodevi tomorrow.
N/A, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty dinner at your hotel's restaurant.
£15, 1 hour

Day 2: Trek to Vaishnodevi

Katra, India

5:00AM

Start Trek to Vaishnodevi

Embark on the challenging yet spiritually rewarding trek to the Vaishnodevi Shrine.
N/A, 6 hours

12:00PM

Arrive at Vaishnodevi Shrine

Reach the Vaishnodevi Shrine and pay homage to the divine mother goddess.
N/A, 2 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Bhavan

Enjoy a simple yet fulfilling meal at the Bhavan, the holy dining hall near the shrine.
£5, 1 hour

4:00PM

Descend to Katra

Begin the descent back to Katra, taking in the breathtaking natural beauty along the way.
N/A, 5 hours

9:00PM

Dinner at Hotel

Relish a well-deserved dinner at your hotel upon returning from the trek.
£15, 1 hour

Day 3: Sanjichhat and Bhairon Temple

Katra, India

9:00AM

Visit Sanjichhat

Take a cable car to Sanjichhat and soak in the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
£20, 2 hours

12:00PM

Explore Bhairon Temple

Pay a visit to the revered Bhairon Temple, an important pilgrimage site near Vaishnodevi.
N/A, 1 hour

2:00PM

Lunch at Sanjichhat

Enjoy a simple lunch at one of the local eateries at Sanjichhat.
£10, 1 hour

4:00PM

Return to Katra

Take the cable car back to Katra and spend the evening at leisure.
£20, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at Local Restaurant

Indulge in a delicious dinner at a local restaurant in Katra.
£15, 1 hour

Day 4: Departure from Katra

Katra, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a wholesome breakfast at your hotel before departing from Katra.
£10, 1 hour

10:00AM

Shopping in Katra

Take some time to shop for souvenirs and local handicrafts in the bustling markets of Katra.
Variable, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Savour a final meal in Katra at a local restaurant before heading to the airport or train station.
£15, 1 hour