Family Friendly 3-Day Itinerary for Vaishno Devi

Day 1: Arrival and Preparation

Katra, India

8:00AM

Check-in at Hotel

Upon arrival in Katra, check-in at your hotel and unwind before beginning your spiritual journey to Vaishno Devi.
Check-in at the hotel you have pre-booked to drop off your luggage and freshen up.
INR 2000, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious traditional Indian meal to fuel up for the upcoming trek to Vaishno Devi Temple.
Head to a local restaurant in Katra known for its authentic cuisine.
INR 500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Attend Orientation Session

Participate in an orientation session to learn more about the trek to Vaishno Devi Temple and prepare accordingly.
Attend the session organized by the hotel or local tour operator.
Free, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner and Early Rest

Have a comforting dinner with your family and get a good night's rest in preparation for the trek.
Choose a nearby restaurant for dinner and head back to your hotel for rest.
INR 700, 2 hours
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Day 2: Trek to Vaishno Devi Temple

Vaishno Devi Temple

6:00AM

Start Trek to Vaishno Devi Temple

Commence your journey to the holy Vaishno Devi Temple by either trekking, taking a pony ride, or a helicopter ride.
Follow the marked pathway up the mountain or arrange for a pony or helicopter as per your preference.
Varies, 4-6 hours

1:00PM

Darshan at the Temple

Seek blessings at the Vaishno Devi Temple and immerse yourself in the divine atmosphere.
Join the queue for darshan inside the temple complex.
Free, 1 hour

3:00PM

Lunch

Recharge with a simple meal at one of the local eateries near the temple complex.
Choose a restaurant that offers a quick yet fulfilling meal.
INR 300, 1 hour

7:00PM

Return to Katra

Head back to Katra, either trekking down, on a pony, or utilizing the helicopter service.
Follow the same route back to Katra, or arrange for your preferred mode of transport.
Varies, 2-3 hours
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Day 3: Relaxation and Departure

Katra, India

9:00AM

Relax and Explore Katra

Spend the morning leisurely exploring Katra, shopping for souvenirs, or unwinding in a local cafe.
Visit local markets or cafes for a relaxed morning.
Varies, 2-3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch

Enjoy a final meal in Katra before departing, savoring the flavors of the region.
Choose a recommended restaurant for a memorable lunch.
INR 500, 1 hour

4:00PM

Check-out and Departure

Check out from your hotel and depart for your onward journey, carrying with you the blessings of Vaishno Devi.
Complete the hotel check-out process before heading to your mode of transport.
Varies, 1 hour
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