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Vaishno Devi Yatra – 4 Days / 3 Nights

🛕 Vaishno Devi 🛕 Bhairavnath
★ 4.9 (892 reviews)
📍 Katra, Jammu & Kashmir
📅 4 Days / 3 Nights
👥 Max 20 pax
✨ Package Highlights
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Mata Vaishno Devi cave shrine darshan — the three natural pindis
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Priority Yatra Parchi & darshan slot — avoid long queues
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Trek through scenic Trikuta Hills — 14 km each way (pony/palanquin available)
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Bhairavnath Temple visit — mandatory after Vaishno Devi darshan
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Experienced local guide who knows every shortcut and ritual
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Comfortable deluxe bus from Delhi or Jammu railway station
🗓️ Day-wise Itinerary
D1
Arrive Katra – Base Camp & Registration
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Arrive Katra by bus/train — check-in at hotel near Banganga
Afternoon: Explore Katra market — prasad, dupatta, sindoor shopping
Collect RFID yatra parchi (priority pass — pre-done by us)
Evening: Banganga ghat — ritual feet washing before yatra
Briefing on trek route, pace, do's & don'ts
Early dinner & rest — 3 AM start tomorrow
D2
Vaishno Devi Yatra – Cave Shrine Darshan
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3:00 AM: Start trek from Banganga base (Katra)
Route: Banganga → Charan Paduka → Adhkuwari → Sanjhi Chhat → Darbar
14 km uphill trek through Trikuta Hills — spectacular mountain views
Adhkuwari Cave (midway) — meditate in the cave where Mata rested for 9 months
Arrive Vaishno Devi shrine — VIP priority darshan at the three natural pindis
New cave & old cave darshan — both paths available
Bhairavnath Temple (2 km ahead) — mandatory visit after Mata's darshan
Trek back — arrive Katra by evening, hot meal & rest
D3
Katra – Shiv Khori & Patnitop Excursion
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Morning: Rest & recovery after yesterday's trek
Option A: Shiv Khori Cave Temple (45 km from Katra) — 1 km natural cave with Shivling
Option B: Patnitop Hill Station (90 km) — snow views & pine forests
Evening: Return Katra — shopping for Kashmiri dry fruits & shawls
Farewell dinner at hotel
D4
Katra → Departure
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Morning: Last visit to Banganga ghat
Checkout & bus/train to Jammu/Delhi
Jai Mata Di! 🙏 Yatra complete.
✅ Inclusions & Exclusions
✅ What's Included
  • 🏨 3 nights accommodation (Katra — near Vaishno Devi base camp)
  • 🍳 Breakfast & dinner (sattvic vegetarian)
  • 🚌 Deluxe bus from Delhi/Jammu to Katra & return
  • 🎟️ Priority yatra parchi (darshan pass) — pre-registered
  • 🧑‍✈️ Local guide for entire yatra route
  • 📋 RFID registration & yatra permit handled
❌ Not Included
  • ✈️ Train to Jammu (arrange separately or add-on)
  • 🐴 Pony/palki charges on trek (₹700–1,200 one way)
  • 🍱 Lunches on trek route
  • 🏥 Medical expenses
  • 🎁 Temple prasad & donations
  • 📸 Locker charges at base camp
⭐ Pilgrim Reviews
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Neha & Deepak
Family Trip · Verified
★★★★★
"Jai Mata Di! Took our parents (both 65+) for the first time. The priority pass was a LIFESAVER — others were waiting 6 hours, we got darshan in 45 minutes. The guide Gopal ji knew every ritual perfectly. My mother cried at the pindis — a moment we will never forget. Firstraveller made this happen smoothly."
October 2024 · Family
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Mukesh Kumar
Solo Pilgrim · Verified
★★★★★
"Did this solo on Navratri — absolutely magical atmosphere on the trek at 3 AM. The whole mountain filled with 'Jai Mata Di' chants, lamps, and devotion. The guide helped me skip the queue entirely with the priority pass. 16 km trek was challenging but deeply rewarding. Will do again every year."
April 2025 · Solo
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Vaishno Devi trek? +
The main route from Banganga to the cave shrine is 14 km one way (28 km round trip). Takes 5–7 hours up and 3–4 hours down. Pony and palanquin are available for those who cannot walk.
Is there a battery car option? +
Yes! A battery car (golf cart) is available from Katra to Banganga and from Sanjhi Chhat to Bhawan for elderly and differently-abled pilgrims at extra cost (₹200–500 approx).
Best time to visit Vaishno Devi? +
Open year-round! March–June and September–November are ideal — pleasant weather. December–February has snow on the path — crampons needed. Navratri (April & October) is very crowded but spiritually charged.
What should we carry for the trek? +
Warm jacket (even in summer nights are cold), comfortable trekking shoes, rain poncho, torch/phone, water bottle & snacks. We provide a detailed packing list on WhatsApp after booking.
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