Duration: 8 Nights / 9 Days
Destination: (2N) Amritsar (2N) Katra (4N) Srirnagar
Morning: Arrive in Amritsar, check into your hotel, and freshen up. Afternoon: Visit the Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, and enjoy a traditional Punjabi lunch. Evening: Explore the local markets around the Golden Temple complex and enjoy shopping. Night: Dinner and overnight stay in Amritsar.
Morning: Visit the Durgiana Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Durga, similar in architecture to the Golden Temple. Afternoon: Explore the Partition Museum to learn about the history of the partition of India. Evening: Witness the Wagah Border Ceremony, a ceremonial border closing ceremony between India and Pakistan. Night: Dinner and overnight stay in Amritsar.
Morning: Check out from the hotel and drive to Katra (approximately 5-6 hours). Afternoon: Arrive in Katra, check into your hotel, and rest. Evening: Visit the local market and explore the surroundings. Night: Dinner and overnight stay in Katra.
Early Morning: Begin the trek to Vaishno Devi Shrine. You can opt for a trek of approximately 13 kilometers from Katra to Vaishno Devi temple or take a helicopter ride. Daytime: Pay your respects at the Vaishno Devi temple and seek blessings. Afternoon: Return to Katra and relax. Evening: Dinner and overnight stay in Katra.
Morning: Check out from the hotel and drive to Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir (approximately 7-8 hours). Afternoon: Arrive in Srinagar, check into your houseboat or hotel, and rest. Evening: Enjoy a shikara ride on Dal Lake and explore the floating markets. Night: Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar.
Morning: Visit Mughal Gardens including Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi. Afternoon: Explore Shankaracharya Temple, located on a hilltop offering panoramic views of Srinagar. Evening: Explore the local markets and enjoy shopping for souvenirs and handicrafts. Night: Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar.
Morning: Drive to Gulmarg (approximately 2-3 hours), a popular hill station known for its scenic beauty and adventure activities. Daytime: Enjoy activities like Gondola riding (cable car), horse riding, and trekking. Afternoon: Have lunch at a local restaurant and explore the picturesque surroundings. Evening: Return to Srinagar. Night: Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar.
Morning: Drive to Pahalgam (approximately 2-3 hours), a charming town known for its lush green meadows and serene landscapes. Daytime: Visit Betaab Valley, Aru Valley, and Chandanwari. Enjoy activities like pony rides and nature walks. Afternoon: Have lunch at a local restaurant and relax by the Lidder River. Evening: Return to Srinagar. Night: Dinner and overnight stay in Srinagar.
Morning: Check out from the hotel and transfer to the Srinagar airport for your onward journey.