Katra to Kashmir Tour Package: Trip Overview
A Katra to Kashmir tour package for pilgrims: darshan at Mata Vaishno Devi first, then on to Srinagar by road or train, with Gulmarg and Pahalgam before you fly home from Srinagar.
Want to know more about where you're going? Read our Srinagar travel guide, Pahalgam travel guide.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Katra
Pickup at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station and transfer to your hotel. Complete yatra registration and rest.
🏨 Overnight in Katra
Day 2Mata Vaishno Devi Darshan
Start early for the yatra to the Bhawan (about 13 km each way on foot; ponies, palkis, battery cars on part of the route and helicopter services are available, subject to booking and weather). Return to Katra by evening.
🏨 Overnight in Katra
Day 3Katra to Srinagar
Travel to Srinagar by road through the Banihal tunnels (7–9 hours), or by train where services from Katra are running (book on IRCTC; we transfer you at both ends). Evening at leisure.
🏨 Overnight in Srinagar
Day 4Day Trip to Gulmarg
Drive to Gulmarg (about 50 km, 1.5–2 hours) through Tangmarg and pine forest. Ride the Gondola to Kongdoori (Phase 1) and, if the weather allows, on to Apharwat (Phase 2); tickets are bought separately. Walk the meadow to St. Mary's Church and the Maharani Temple before returning to Srinagar.
🏨 Overnight in Srinagar
Day 5Srinagar to Pahalgam
Drive to Pahalgam (about 95 km, 2.5–3 hours) via Pampore's saffron fields, Awantipora and Bijbihara. After check-in, walk along the Lidder River or ride a pony to Baisaran meadow, often called mini Switzerland.
🏨 Overnight in Pahalgam
Day 6Pahalgam to Srinagar
After breakfast, drive back to Srinagar (2.5–3 hours). Check in, then spend the afternoon on Dal Lake or shopping for pashmina, walnut wood and saffron.
🏨 Overnight in Srinagar
Day 7Departure from Srinagar
After breakfast, transfer to Srinagar airport or railway station. Leave at least two hours for airport security checks.
Plans can change with weather, road and local conditions. Your driver and our team will always suggest the best alternative on the day.
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Choose Your Hotel Category
This trip is priced in Premium 3-star hotels. You can book the same itinerary in any of our four hotel categories; only the hotels and vehicle change.
| Category | Hotels | Vehicle | Price per person (from) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3★ Basic | Standard 3-star hotels and a standard houseboat | Sedan (Dzire / Etios) for 2–3 guests, Innova for 4–6 | ₹16,099 |
| 3★ Premium (this trip) | Superior 3-star hotels in better locations and a deluxe houseboat | Sedan or Ertiga for 2–4 guests, Innova for 5–6 | ₹19,599 |
| 4★ Deluxe | 4-star hotels with mountain or lake views and a deluxe or premium houseboat | Innova / Innova Crysta | ₹25,399 |
| 5★ Luxury | 5-star and luxury resort hotels and a heritage houseboat | Innova Crysta or premium SUV with an experienced driver | ₹57,799 |
Prices shown are indicative samples; your quote depends on dates and hotel availability. Compare categories: 3★ Basic · 3★ Premium · 4★ Deluxe · 5★ Luxury.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Superior 3-star hotels in better locations and a deluxe houseboat
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Private cab: Sedan or Ertiga for 2–4 guests, Innova for 5–6
- Airport / railway station pickup and drop
- 1-hour Shikara ride on Dal Lake
- Toll, parking, fuel and driver charges
Not included
- Flights and train tickets
- Lunch and snacks
- Gondola, pony, rafting and ski charges
- Local union taxis (Pahalgam, Sonamarg, Gulmarg)
- Room heaters where charged, tips, insurance and personal expenses
How to Book This Kashmir Trip
Send us your dates and group size with the form on this page or on WhatsApp. We'll check hotel availability and send your final itinerary and price, usually within a few hours. A booking is confirmed once we've received the advance and sent you a written confirmation.
This trip can start at Jammu airport, Jammu Tawi railway station or Katra. See similar options in our jammu kashmir tour packages, or compare every Kashmir tour package.
Before booking, read our terms and conditions and refund and cancellation policy. Our Kashmir trip cost guide lists the extras worth budgeting for.
Official information: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board
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