Scenic Journey from Ahmedabad to Vaishno Devi, Jammu & Kashmir Pilgrimage Itinerary

Day 1: Travel and Rest

Ahmedabad, India on June 13, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Agashiye

Enjoy a traditional Gujarati breakfast at Agashiye, renowned for serving authentic flavors in a charming heritage setting, open from 7:00 am.
INR800, 1h0m

8:30am

Depart Ahmedabad Dr. Ambedkar Airport

Catch a morning flight from Ahmedabad to Jammu for the pilgrimage, duration approx 2.5 hours. Book an early flight for best timing.
INR3500, 2h30m

11:00am

Arrive Jammu Airport and transfer to hotel

Check into a hotel in Jammu for rest and acclimatization. Recommend Hotel KC Residency for comfort and accessibility.
INR3000, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Bawa Indian Kitchen

Have a delicious North Indian lunch with local specialties at Bawa Indian Kitchen, open till 4:00 pm.
INR500, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Raghunath Temple

Explore the large and historic Raghunath Temple complex in Jammu, a peaceful spiritual site open till 6:00 pm.
INR0, 1h30m

5:00pm

Relax at hotel

Rest and prepare for the early journey next day to Katra and the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage.
INR0, Rest

7:30pm

Dinner at Krishna Vaishno Dhaba

Enjoy a hearty vegetarian dinner at Krishna Vaishno Dhaba, known for simple and tasty meals near the hotel, open till 10:00 pm.
INR300, 1h0m
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Day 2: Arrival and Acclimatization

Jammu to Katra, Jammu & Kashmir on June 14, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a wholesome breakfast at the hotel to prepare for the journey ahead.
Included, 0h45m

8:00am

Train/Drive from Jammu to Katra

Travel by train or taxi on the 45 km route from Jammu to Katra village, the base camp for Vaishno Devi, journey takes about 1.5 hours.
INR150-1200, 1h30m

9:45am

Check-in Hotel at Katra

Check into a hotel such as The Huts Katra or Hotel Asia Vaishno, ideally located in Katra for easy access to the pilgrimage trail.
INR2000, 1h0m

11:00am

Morning walk around Katra market

Explore local shops and markets in Katra, good for buying snacks and pilgrimage essentials. The market is lively and open till evening.
INR0, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at New Katra Vaishno Dhaba

Have a simple yet fulfilling meal with local cuisine at this dhaba close to hotels, open from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm.
INR250, 1h0m

2:00pm

Rest and Hydrate

Rest at hotel to save energy for the trek planned for the next day.
INR0, 2h0m

5:00pm

Short acclimatization walk near Bhawan

A gentle stroll to the starting point of the Vaishno Devi trek to familiarize yourself with the route and altitude.
INR0, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel restaurant

Dinner at your hotel’s restaurant, offering vegetarian and North Indian dishes, suitable to restore energy after the day.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 3: Vaishno Devi Pilgrimage

Katra to Vaishno Devi Shrine, Jammu & Kashmir on June 15, 2025

4:00am

Pre-dawn breakfast at hotel

Have a nutritious early breakfast to fuel the day’s strenuous trek ahead. Available from 4:00 am.
INR350, 0h30m

4:30am

Start Vaishno Devi Trek

Begin the 12 km uphill pilgrimage trek from Katra to the Vaishno Devi shrine; the trek typically takes 6-8 hours round trip.
INR0, 7h0m

11:30am

Arrive and worship at Vaishno Devi Temple

Spend time offering prayers at the holy shrine, which remains open from 4:00 am to 10:00 pm daily.
INR0, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Shrine Canteens

Enjoy simple prasadam or meal offered at the temple canteens, clean and vegetarian-friendly.
INR200, 0h30m

1:00pm

Begin return trek to Katra

Start descending the same route back to Katra village to rest after the pilgrimage.
INR0, 3h0m

4:00pm

Rest and Refresh at Hotel

Relax and recover after the demanding trek, with options for hot showers and rest.
INR0, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Sher-e-Kashmir Dhaba

Feast on traditional Kashmiri Dal and other delicacies at Sher-e-Kashmir Dhaba, open till 9:30 pm.
INR500, 1h0m
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