8N/9D Vaishno Devi, Patnitop & Kashmir Grand Tour - Spiritual & Scenic Master Journey

Katra, Patnitop, Srinagar, Gulmarg · 8 nights / 9 days · India

Spiritual & Scenic Master Journey. Stay plan: Katra (2N) – Patnitop (1N) – Srinagar (3N) – Gulmarg (2N). Arrive Jammu, depart Gulmarg.

Day by day

1. Day 1 — Arrival at Gateway - Transfer to Katra

   Arrive at airport / railway station (Jammu/Srinagar/Leh/Delhi). Meet our tour representative and commence your journey to Katra. Check in at hotel/houseboat/camp. Sacred base camp for the holy pilgrimage of Mata Vaishno Devi shrine nestled in the Trikuta Mountains. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Katra.

   Overnight: Katra

2. Day 2 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Katra

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Katra. Sacred base camp for the holy pilgrimage of Mata Vaishno Devi shrine nestled in the Trikuta Mountains. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Katra.

   Overnight: Katra

3. Day 3 — Katra to Patnitop High Altitude / Scenic Transfer

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Patnitop through magnificent mountain passes, river valleys, and high-altitude highways. Arrive in Patnitop and check in at hotel/camp. Scenic hill station on a plateau across the Chenab river valley, known for pine forests, meadow walks, and Sanasar excursion. Overnight stay in Patnitop.

   Overnight: Patnitop

4. Day 4 — Patnitop to Srinagar High Altitude / Scenic Transfer

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Srinagar through magnificent mountain passes, river valleys, and high-altitude highways. Arrive in Srinagar and check in at hotel/camp. Summer capital of J&K: Dal Lake iconic Houseboat stay, Shikara ride, Floating Vegetable Market, and Mughal Gardens (Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Chashme Shahi). Overnight stay in Srinagar.

   Overnight: Srinagar

5. Day 5 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Srinagar

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Srinagar. Summer capital of J&K: Dal Lake iconic Houseboat stay, Shikara ride, Floating Vegetable Market, and Mughal Gardens (Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Chashme Shahi). Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Srinagar.

   Overnight: Srinagar

6. Day 6 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Srinagar

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Srinagar. Summer capital of J&K: Dal Lake iconic Houseboat stay, Shikara ride, Floating Vegetable Market, and Mughal Gardens (Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Chashme Shahi). Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Srinagar.

   Overnight: Srinagar

7. Day 7 — Srinagar to Gulmarg High Altitude / Scenic Transfer

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Gulmarg through magnificent mountain passes, river valleys, and high-altitude highways. Arrive in Gulmarg and check in at hotel/camp. Meadow of Flowers: World's second highest operating cable car (Gulmarg Gondola to Kongdoori and Apharwat Peak), alpine skiing, and strawberry fields. Overnight stay in Gulmarg.

   Overnight: Gulmarg

8. Day 8 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Gulmarg

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic and cultural landmarks of Gulmarg. Meadow of Flowers: World's second highest operating cable car (Gulmarg Gondola to Kongdoori and Apharwat Peak), alpine skiing, and strawberry fields. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Gulmarg.

   Overnight: Gulmarg

9. Day 9 — Gulmarg - Morning Sightseeing & Onward Departure

   Post breakfast and morning mountain views, check out from hotel. Complete any final souvenir shopping and proceed on your return transfer to airport / railway station for your onward journey home.

Inclusions

• Accommodation in selected category hotels/resorts/houseboats/camps on DBL/Twin sharing basis.
• Meal Plan as booked (EP: Room Only / CP: Breakfast / MAP: Daily Buffet Breakfast & Dinner).
• Private exclusive AC/Heating Vehicle (Sedan / Innova SUV / Tempo Traveller / Non-AC Xylo/Innova for Ladakh interior sectors) for all transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary.
• Leh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) environmental permits, wildlife fees, and Inner Line Permits for restricted Ladakh border sectors.
• Shikara ride on Dal Lake for 1 hour in Srinagar.
• All driver allowances, toll taxes, state/inter-state road taxes, parking charges, and fuel charges.
• 24x7 on-tour coordination and dedicated J&K / Ladakh destination desk support.

Exclusions

• Airfare or Train tickets to/from Srinagar / Jammu / Leh / Delhi.
• Mata Vaishno Devi helicopter tickets, battery car, pony, or palanquin charges at Katra.
• Gulmarg Gondola cable car tickets (Phase 1 & Phase 2), pony rides, or local union cab charges for Nubra / Pangong / Tso Moriri if union vehicle rules apply.
• Entry fees to monasteries, museums, national parks, wildlife sanctuary fees, or adventure sports.
• Additional meals, room service, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone calls, or personal incidentals.
• Mandatory Gala Dinner supplements during Christmas Eve (24th Dec) and New Year's Eve (31st Dec).
• GST @ 5% applicable on overall billing invoice.
• Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks at Zojila/Khardung La, flight cancellations, or extreme weather conditions.