Spiritual Retreat at Vaishno Devi

Day 1: Pilgrimage Preparation

Katra, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at local dhaba

Start your day with a traditional Indian breakfast as you prepare for the spiritual journey ahead.
Head to a nearby roadside dhaba like Madan Dhaba for delicious parathas and chai.
INR 200, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Visit Banganga

Offer prayers at the holy Banganga river believed to have been created by Mata Vaishno Devi's arrow.
You can reach Banganga by a short walk from Katra main market.
Free, 1 hour

11:30 AM

Explore Ardhkuwari

Visit the sacred cave where Mata Vaishno Devi meditated for nine months.
Take a shared taxi or walk to Ardhkuwari from Banganga.
INR 50 (taxi), 2 hours

1:30 PM

Lunch at local restaurant

Savor a vegetarian thali for lunch to recharge for the next day's trek.
Head to Jai Mata Di Bhojanalaya for a wholesome meal.
INR 300, 1 hour
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Day 2: Spiritual Trek

Katra, India

5:00 AM

Start Trek to Vaishno Devi Shrine

Begin your journey to the holy Vaishno Devi Shrine located atop Trikuta Mountains.
Embark on the 13 km trek from Katra, stopping for darshan at the holy cave enshrining Mata Vaishno Devi.
Free, 6-8 hours

2:00 PM

Return Trek to Katra

After seeking blessings, start your descent back to Katra.
Follow the same pathway back to Katra.
Free, 4-6 hours

8:00 PM

Dinner at local restaurant

Relish a comforting meal at a local eatery as you reflect on your spiritual journey.
Head to Shree Hari Vaishno Dhaba for some authentic North Indian cuisine.
INR 250, 1 hour
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