Kashmir Katra Tour Package: Vaishno Devi Darshan, Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam
Our Kashmir Katra tour package joins one of India’s most visited pilgrimages with the beauty of the Kashmir valley. Begin in Katra for the Mata Vaishno Devi darshan, then travel to Srinagar for a Dal Lake houseboat, a Shikara ride and the Mughal gardens, ride the Gulmarg Gondola and end beside the Lidder river in Pahalgam. Your hotels, houseboat, transfers and sightseeing by private car are all planned for you, from Jammu to Srinagar.
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Tour at a Glance
Here are the key facts of our Kashmir Katra tour package.
- Tour name: Kashmir with Katra
- Duration: 7 days and 6 nights
- Stay: Katra (2 nights), Srinagar houseboat or heritage hotel (3 nights), Pahalgam (1 night)
- Starts: Jammu airport or Jammu Tawi railway station
- Ends: Srinagar airport
- Tour type: private air-conditioned car with driver for all transfers and sightseeing
- Highlights: Mata Vaishno Devi darshan, Dal Lake, a Shikara ride, Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, the Gulmarg Gondola, the Pampore saffron fields, Betaab Valley and the Lidder river
- Best for: families, pilgrims, senior travellers and groups
- Best time: March to June and September to November
Why Choose This Tour
- Faith and nature in one trip: the Kashmir Katra tour package combines Vaishno Devi with Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam.
- Two nights in Katra: a full, unhurried day for the darshan.
- Yatra registration help: we guide you through the yatra card and planning.
- No backtracking: arrive in Jammu and fly home from Srinagar.
- Private and flexible: add Amritsar, Delhi, Sonamarg or more days in Kashmir.
Kashmir Katra Tour Package Itinerary
This is the day-by-day plan of the tour.
Day 1: Arrive in Jammu and Drive to Katra
Your Kashmir Katra tour package begins when we meet you at Jammu airport or Jammu Tawi station and drive you about two hours to Katra, at the foot of the Trikuta hills. Check in to your hotel and rest for the yatra. We help you complete the yatra registration.
Overnight: hotel, Katra
Day 2: Mata Vaishno Devi Darshan
Day 2 of the Kashmir Katra tour package is the pilgrimage day. Start early on the trek of about 13 km from Katra to the holy cave shrine at Bhawan, past Ardhkuwari. Ponies, palkis, battery cars on part of the route and a helicopter service to Sanjichhat are available at extra cost. After the darshan, many pilgrims also visit the Bhairon temple, then return to Katra.
Shamrock travel tip: book the helicopter well ahead if you need it, carry your yatra card and photo ID, and wear comfortable shoes. Mobile phones and bags may need to be left in lockers near the shrine. For more advice, read our Shamrock India Travel Tips.
Meals: breakfast. Overnight: hotel, Katra
Day 3: Katra to Srinagar
Day 3 of the Kashmir Katra tour package takes you to Srinagar, a drive of about six to seven hours through the mountains and long road tunnels, or ask us to book the scenic train from Katra to Srinagar instead. In the evening, check in to your Dal Lake houseboat or heritage hotel and enjoy the lake views. Read our Kashmir travel guide.
Meals: breakfast. Overnight: houseboat or heritage hotel, Srinagar
Day 4: Srinagar Sightseeing, Mughal Gardens and a Shikara Ride
On Day 4 of the Kashmir Katra tour package, a local guide shows you the Mughal Heritage of Srinagar. Visit Nishat Bagh, with its terraces stepping down to the lake, and Shalimar Bagh, laid out by Emperor Jahangir, fine examples of Mughal Architecture in garden form. In the afternoon, take a Shikara ride on Dal Lake past floating gardens and lotus beds.
Meals: breakfast. Overnight: houseboat or heritage hotel, Srinagar
Day 5: Gulmarg Day Trip
Day 5 of the Kashmir Katra tour package is a day trip to Gulmarg. Drive about two hours to Gulmarg, the meadow of flowers. Ride the Gulmarg Gondola to Kongdoori, and on to Apharwat if the weather allows, for views of the Pir Panjal range. In winter, enjoy the snow; in summer, walk the green meadows or take a pony ride. Return to Srinagar in the evening.
Shamrock travel tip: gondola tickets sell out in the busy season, so let us book them in advance. See our Shamrock India Travel Tips.
Meals: breakfast. Overnight: houseboat or heritage hotel, Srinagar
Day 6: Srinagar to Pahalgam and Betaab Valley
On Day 6 of the Kashmir Katra tour package, drive about two and a half hours to Pahalgam, stopping at the saffron fields of Pampore, which flower in October and November. Visit Betaab Valley by local taxi and walk beside the Lidder river among pine forests.
Meals: breakfast. Overnight: hotel, Pahalgam
Day 7: Pahalgam to Srinagar Airport
After breakfast, drive about two and a half to three hours to Srinagar airport for your flight home. Your Kashmir Katra tour package ends here.
Meals: breakfast
What Is Included
Your Kashmir Katra tour package includes:
- Two nights in Katra, three nights on a Dal Lake houseboat or in a heritage hotel in Srinagar, and one night in Pahalgam, with breakfast
- A private air-conditioned car for the Jammu pickup, all transfers, sightseeing and the Srinagar airport drop
- A local guide and garden entry tickets for Srinagar sightseeing
- A Shikara ride on Dal Lake
- Help with yatra registration and planning
- Tolls, parking, driver costs and taxes
What Is Not Included
Your Kashmir Katra tour package does not include:
- Flights or trains to Jammu and flights from Srinagar
- Ponies, palkis, battery cars and helicopter tickets for Vaishno Devi
- Gulmarg Gondola tickets and local union taxis in Pahalgam
- Lunches and dinners
- Personal expenses, tips and travel insurance
Best Time for This Tour
March to June and September to November are the best time for our Kashmir Katra tour package, with pleasant weather for the trek and green valleys in Kashmir. The Navratri festivals in spring and autumn are the busiest times at Vaishno Devi, so book early. In July and August the monsoon can make the trek slippery. December to February is very cold, with snow in Gulmarg and sometimes on the upper trek.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Vaishno Devi trek suitable for all ages?
The trek is moderate. Elderly guests and young children can use ponies, palkis, battery cars or the helicopter for part of the way. We plan the day at a gentle pace.
What do you arrange for the Vaishno Devi darshan?
We help with yatra registration, timing and transfers. Ponies, palkis, helicopter tickets and special darshan services are paid on the spot or booked as extras.
Can we travel from Katra to Srinagar by train?
Yes. We can book the train from Katra to Srinagar instead of the road journey, subject to tickets.
Where will we stay?
A hotel in Katra, a Dal Lake houseboat or heritage hotel in Srinagar and a hotel in Pahalgam, in Standard, Premium or Luxury categories.
Can we add Amritsar or Delhi?
Yes. Our Kashmir Katra Amritsar tour package adds the Golden Temple in Amritsar. We can also add Delhi with a Heritage Walk in Mughal Walled City of Shahjahanabad Old Delhi, or a day in Jammu for the Raghunath Temple.
How much does the Kashmir Katra tour package cost?
The price depends on your hotels, the number of travellers and the season. We can add flights or trains from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Jaipur or your city. Tell us your dates and we will send a clear quotation.
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