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Vaishno Devi Temple Tour Package
Trip Highlights
Trek through Ardhkuwari Cave, known as Way to Eternity where Maa Vaishno Devi meditated for 9 months to hide from Bhairo Nath Ji.
Begin your 13 km to Mata Vaishno Devi Temple from Katra, navigating through lush mountain trails and soaking in breathtaking valley views.
Witness the beauty of the surroundings as the lush green mountains keep you company throughout the way.
Engage in the rituals of Aarti and Pooja at the temple to experience peace and fulfilment through sacred ceremonies.
Ascend to the Bhavan, situated at an altitude of 5,200 feet, where devotees seek blessings from the goddesses Maha Kali, Maha Lakshmi, and Maha Saraswati.
Know Before You Go
- Any kind of drink (alcoholic, aerated, or mineral water) is not included in the package cost.
- Thrillophilia reserves the right to rearrange the itinerary due to any kind of disturbance that occurred (i.e weather condition, political condition or any others) without changing the total number of days and without compromising any service.
- All entry tickets for stupas, monasteries, sightseeing, state and entry fees, monument entrances, camera charges, etc. are not a part of the package.
- Any personal expenses or items of personal nature will not be included in the package. Any meals or transfers not mentioned in the itinerary are to be considered an exclusion in the deal.
- ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of booking, and also upon arrival. PAN card will not be considered as a valid address proof.
- Children above 5 years of age will be considered as adults only. There are no charges for children below 5 years of age.
- Rescheduling Policy for Private (Standard & Deluxe Package) & Group Bookings: 1) If rescheduling is made 7 days after the Booking Date till 15 days prior to the Date of Travel then 30.0% of the total tour cost will be charged as rescheduling fees. | 2) If rescheduling is made 0 days to 15 days before the Date of Travel then 100.0% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees. | 3) If bookings are made 15 days before the Date of Travel no rescheduling & modifications will be made.
- Cancellation After Rescheduling: Clients who reschedule their tours or treks but later decide to cancel will be subject to our standard cancellation policy. Any rescheduling fees paid will be non-refundable.
- AC does not work on the hills.
- The extra adventure activities and ropeways/cable cars will be at your own cost and are not included in the tour.
- Any kind of monumental charges are not included in the package.
- Prices may fluctuate with any change in services/hotels. The difference in the cost shall be borne by the customers in case of any amendment in the package due to an increase in the number of guests.
- The hotels are subject to availability. In case they are not available, the visitors will be accommodated in a property of similar category.
- Rescheduling Policy for Private (Super Deluxe) & Hotel Specific Bookings: No modification or rescheduling will be catered. A standard cancellation policy will be applicable for such cases.
- Force Majeure: In cases of force majeure events (e.g., natural disasters, political unrest, or other unforeseeable circumstances), [Thrillophilia] reserves the right to reschedule Tours & treks or offer alternative itineraries to ensure the safety and well-being of customers and staff.
Additional Information
About the Tour:
Relish your visit to the most important pilgrimage site of India with your beloved ones to Vaisho devi who is said to be Moonh Maangi Muradein Poori Karne Wali Mata (the mother who fulfils the wishes of her children) tucked away in Trikuta Hills. The temple is devoted to Maa Kali, Maa Saraswati, Maa Laxmi carved in caves in the form of pindies. You can reach the temple by trekking 14km, in pony rides or in helicopter. As you move up you are treated to amazing sights of landscape, the towering peaks and valley.
Apart from Vaishno Devi explore places such as Bhaironath Mandir and Ardhkuwari Gufa which is a cave shaped like a mother’s womb is one of the important pilgrim spots. Vaishno devi offers a blissful chance to the tourists to attain peace and serenity with snow capped mountains and greenery all around, this destination simply provides peace and tranquillity.
Quick Facts:
- Route: Jammu - Katra - Vaishno Devi - Katra - Jammu
- Duration: 3 Days and 2 Nights
- Start Point: Jammu
- End Point: Jammu
Inclusions:
- Airport pick up and drop as per your flight timings
- Comfortable and hygienic vehicle (Ac Sedan/SUV car) for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary.
- Breakfast and Dinner on all the days
- Highly experienced Driver cum guide
- Accommodation (Depending on the variant selected)
Interesting Facts about Vaishno Devi:
- It is believed that Goddess Durga visited Nagrota. Ban Ganga and Ardh Kuwari before Finally leaving her human form behind at the sanctum sanctorum of the main cave.
- As stated by the legends, Maa Vaishno Devi hid from Bhairo Nath Ji for 9 Months at midpoint Ardhkuwari.
- Visiting the temple during Navratras is considered really auspicious as people that Maa Vaishno Devi is actually present there to witness all the devotees and bless them.
- It is also believed that your Yatra is considered incomplete if you don’t pay visit to Bhairo Nath’s temple.
- The traditional cave route opens when the rush is less and devotees enter the shrine through the path originally taken by Maa Vaishno for entering.
Thrillophilia recommended:
- Visit the Ardh Kuwari Cave, located midway on the old route to the Bhawan.
- Experience the famed aarti held at the Bhawan before sunrise and after sunset.
- Indulge in a shopping spree at Katra Market.
- Treat yourself with famous delicacies on your way to the temple.
- Take a short visit to Patnitop -The land of green meadows.
How to Reach:
- By Air: Jammu Airport is well connected to major parts Indian airports and is 50Km from Katra.
- By Rail: The Katra Railway Station is the nearest railway station which is closest railhead to Vaishnodevi and has good connectivity with major cities of the country.
- By Road: Jammu & Kashmir State transport buses, and private air conditioned buses operate between Jammu and katra.
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Jammu Tour faqs
How do I reach Katra ?
Katra is located at a distance of 50 Kms from Jammu, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. Jammu is connected with the rest of the country by road, rail and air. Jammu is connected by air with Delhi and Srinagar.
Jammu is also connected by rail to all the major cities of the country. Indian Railways operates large number of trains with air-conditioned and ordinary coaches to and from Jammu every day. From Jammu to Katra the distance is 50 Kms. Taxis are available at Jammu Airport and Jammu Railway Station for carrying the pilgrims to Katra. The Jammu and Kashmir State Roadways Transport Corporation operates a large number of buses at regular intervals from Jammu Railway Station to Katra. Private Deluxe buses also operate between Jammu Railway Station and Katra. Besides these, there is also a regular bus service between Jammu and Katra from the General Bus Stand at Jammu. Buses leave for Katra after every 15 minutes from the Jammu Bus Stand. The bus service commences at 5.30 AM and concludes at 8.30 PM everyday.
How long does it take from Jammu to reach Katra ?
Katra is 45 km from Jammu. One can easily hire a cab or travel by own.
How long does it take from Katra to Vaishno Devi via helicopter ride ?
The 5 min flight from Katra will land you at Sanjichat (6080 ft) and from there you have to walk 2.5 km to Bhawan, which takes around 30 mins. So all those who are looking forward to visit Vaishno Devi and do not have much time, then the helicopter option is a great one to save time in travelling.
Are children below 5 years charged for the helicopter service ?
Any child below the age of 2 is not charged. Children above the age of 2 will need a ticket.
What is the best time to visit Vaishno devi ?
Vaishno Devi is open for pilgrims throughout the year, but the best time to undertake the journey is between the months of March and October. A lot of pilgrims visit Vaishno Devi between these months as the weather is cool and pleasant, but maximum visitors plan their trip during the Navratras.