Family Friendly Rail/Train Trip to Vaishno Devi

Day 1: Exploring Katra

Katra, India

9:00AM

Check-in at Hotel

Upon arrival in Katra, check-in at your hotel and freshen up before starting your exploration.
Take a taxi from Katra Railway Station to your hotel. It's a short 10-minute drive.
Varies, 1 hour

11:00AM

Banganga Temple

Visit the sacred Banganga Temple, known for its peaceful surroundings and spiritual significance.
It's a 15-minute walk from the hotel.
Free, 1 hour

1:00PM

Lunch at local restaurant

Enjoy a delicious traditional meal at a local restaurant in Katra.
Walk to the nearby restaurant.
Varies, 1 hour

3:00PM

Sanjichhat Helipad

Take a thrilling helicopter ride to Sanjichhat Helipad for panoramic views of the mountains.
Taxi to the helipad. It's a 15-minute drive.
Varies, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Hotel

Relax and have dinner at your hotel after a day of exploring Katra.
Head back to your hotel for dinner.
Varies, 1 hour
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Day 2: Vaishno Devi Temple Trek

Vaishno Devi Temple, India

6:00AM

Start Trek to Vaishno Devi Temple

Embark on a scenic trek to the Vaishno Devi Temple, enjoying the natural beauty and spiritual experience along the way.
Begin the 12-km trek from Katra to the temple entrance. It takes around 4-6 hours to reach the temple.
Free, 8 hours

2:00PM

Explore the Temple Complex

Discover the various shrines and caves within the temple complex, and immerse yourself in the religious atmosphere.
Explore the temple complex on foot.
Free, 2 hours

5:00PM

Return to Katra

Descend back to Katra after seeking blessings at the Vaishno Devi Temple.
Begin the trek back to Katra. It takes around 3-4 hours.
Free, 4 hours

9:00PM

Dinner at Local Restaurant

Enjoy a hearty dinner at a local restaurant in Katra before retiring for the night.
Walk to a nearby restaurant.
Varies, 1 hour
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Day 3: Return to Jammu

Jammu, India

8:00AM

Check-out from Hotel

Check-out from your hotel in Katra and prepare for your journey back to Jammu.
Check-out and take a taxi to Katra Railway Station. It's a 10-minute drive.
Varies, 1 hour

10:00AM

Train to Jammu

Board the train from Katra to Jammu. Enjoy the scenic views during the journey.
Take the train from Katra Railway Station to Jammu Railway Station. The journey takes around 2 hours.
Varies, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Jammu

Relish a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Jammu upon arrival.
Take a taxi to a restaurant in Jammu for lunch.
Varies, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Raghunath Bazaar

Shop for souvenirs and explore the bustling Raghunath Bazaar in the heart of Jammu.
Walk to Raghunath Bazaar from the restaurant.
Varies, 2 hours

6:00PM

Departure

Bid farewell to the beautiful region of Vaishno Devi as you head to the airport or train station for your onward journey.
Take a taxi to Jammu Airport or Railway Station for your departure.
Varies, 1 hour
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