One Day Rail Trip to Vaishno Devi

Day 1: Vaishno Devi Pilgrimage

Katra, India

6:00 AM

Breakfast at Abhinandan Restaurant

Fuel up for the day with a hearty traditional Indian breakfast at Abhinandan Restaurant, known for its delicious aloo parathas and chai.
Located in Katra, a quick 10-minute walk from the railway station.
INR 150, 1 hour

7:00 AM

Start Trekking to Vaishno Devi Temple

Begin your spiritual journey with a trek to the holy Vaishno Devi Temple, surrounded by the mesmerizing Himalayan mountains.
Follow the well-marked trail from Katra to the temple, which takes about 4-5 hours to reach.
Free, 5 hours

12:00 PM

Visit Vaishno Devi Temple

Experience the divinity of one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in India, where you can offer prayers to the Goddess Durga.
Once you reach the temple, various rituals can be undertaken within.
Free, 1.5 hours

1:30 PM

Lunch at Manokamna Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional North Indian meal at this popular restaurant featuring paneer dishes and kadhai chicken, perfect for refueling after the trek.
Located near the base of the temple area.
INR 300, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Begin Descent from Vaishno Devi Temple

Start your descent back to Katra, taking a different route to enjoy new views of the beautiful landscape.
Follow the same well-marked trail leading back to Katra.
Free, 3 hours

5:30 PM

Evening Snacks at Café Coffee Day

Relax over some refreshing drinks and snacks at Café Coffee Day to rejuvenate after the trek.
Located conveniently in Katra after you finish your descent.
INR 200, 1 hour

6:30 PM

Explore Katra Market

Stroll through the lively local market in Katra, where you can shop for souvenirs and traditional handicrafts.
Easily accessible from the café, just a 2-minute walk.
Varies, 1 hour

7:30 PM

Dinner at The Seventh Heaven

Indulge in a sumptuous dinner featuring authentic Kashmiri cuisine, like Rogan Josh and Dum Aloo, at The Seventh Heaven.
A short 5-minute drive from the market.
INR 500, 1.5 hours

9:00 PM

Return to Katra Railway Station

Wrap up your day with a journey back to the Katra Railway Station, where you can catch your evening train back home.
Take a taxi or auto-rickshaw from The Seventh Heaven, about a 10-minute ride.
INR 100, 30 minutes
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