Eco-Friendly Rail/Train Trip Itinerary for SMV Katra

Day 1: Mountains and Lakes

SMV Katra, India

8:00AM

Vaishno Devi Mandir

Start your day with a visit to the sacred Vaishno Devi Mandir, a famous pilgrimage site nestled in the Trikuta Mountains.
Take a local taxi to Banganga, the starting point of the trek to the temple. The journey takes approximately 30 minutes.
Free, 3 hours

12:00PM

Patnitop

Head to the picturesque hill station of Patnitop for some fresh mountain air and stunning views.
Take a shared taxi from Katra to Patnitop, which takes around 2 hours.
Free, 4 hours

6:00PM

Srinagar

Arrive in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, known for its beautiful gardens and serene Dal Lake.
Take a local bus or taxi from Patnitop to Srinagar. The journey takes approximately 4 hours.
Free, 2 hours
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Day 2: Alpine Beauty

Srinagar, India

9:00AM

Shikara Ride on Dal Lake

Start your day with a tranquil shikara ride on Dal Lake, surrounded by the majestic Himalayas.
Walk to the Dal Lake and hire a shikara for a leisurely ride. The experience lasts for about 2 hours.
INR 500, 2 hours

1:00PM

Gulmarg

Travel to Gulmarg, a paradise for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts with its meadows and skiing slopes.
Take a shared taxi from Srinagar to Gulmarg, which takes around 2 hours.
INR 300, 4 hours
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Day 3: Valley Exploration

Gulmarg, India

10:00AM

Gondola Ride

Embark on a thrilling gondola ride in Gulmarg, offering panoramic views of the snow-capped peaks.
Head to the Gulmarg Gondola base station and purchase tickets for the ride. The experience lasts around 2 hours.
INR 700, 2 hours

2:00PM

Pahalgam

Journey to Pahalgam, a scenic valley known for its lush meadows, pristine rivers, and trekking opportunities.
Take a shared taxi from Gulmarg to Pahalgam, which takes approximately 4 hours.
INR 400, 6 hours

8:00PM

Return to SMV Katra

Head back to SMV Katra, cherishing the memories of your eco-friendly rail trip through the beautiful landscapes of Jammu and Kashmir.
Take a train or rail journey from Pahalgam to SMV Katra, which takes around 5 hours.
Free, 5 hours
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