Picaresque Jammu
Day 1 Have a Leisure Time at Jammu
Arrival – Jammu
Arrive at Jammu airport/railway station and transfer to the hotel.
Visit Bawe Temple, Bagh-e-Bahu, Fish Aquarium, Light Show at Bagh-e-Bahu, Mahamaya Temple, Bala ji Temple, Ranbireshwar Temple, Panjvakhtar Temple and Maharaja Hari Singh Park.
OR
Proceed to Suchetgarh Border, where you will drive to the India-Pakistan border, crossing the "First Line of Defence" and reaching "No Man's Land" between India and Pakistan.
Explore options of Basmati Rice in the areas in and around Suchetgarh.
OR
Visit Akhnoor if you are a History Buff. One can explore Ambaran, the Archaeological site, Akhnoor Fort, Jio Pota Ghat, Chenab River.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Jammu.
Day 2 Travel to Katra
Jammu - Katra (50 Km approx. 1.5 hours by road)
Travel to Katra
Keep your luggage in the hotel.
Assuring the finest services in hospitality at all possible times.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Register and procure the Yatra slip. Coordinate with the hotel reception for Banganga/helipad pick-up and drop. Note that the hotel may apply charges for Banganga pick-up and drop as per their policy.
Start your Yatra for Vaishno Devi Darshan. (Bhavan is approximately 13 km from Katra Town. Ponies, Palkis, or walking are options to cover the distance.)
Return to Katra.
Please be advised that on the day of darshan we will not provide a vehicle and guests have to coordinate with hotel reception for Banganga / Helipad pick-up and drop. The hotel may or may not apply charges for Banganga pick-up and drop as per policy.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Katra.
Note: Yatra Slips can be booked in advance on the Shrine Board's website or at the Shrine Board's Yatra Slip counter in Katra.
Important Instruction: Kindly keep tablets, laptops, video cameras, handy cameras, and any licensed weapons in your hotel room, as these items are not permitted during the Yatra due to security reasons.
Day 3 Travel to Patnitop
Katra - Patnitop (90 Kms, 2-3 Hours by Road)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Patnitop.
Patnitop Description: Surrounded by thickly wooded Cedar/Deodar forests, Patnitop offers beautiful picnic spots, peaceful walks, and breathtaking views of the Chenab basin. It is the closest winter resort to Jammu and Udhampur, known for its natural charm, climate, pine forests, and lush greenery. Situated on a beautiful plateau at an altitude of 2024 meters, the Jammu-Srinagar Highway passes through this famous hill resort. Enjoy leisure time and visit the Nag Mandir, devoted to the Serpent God.
En route, visit India’s highest ropeway (Gondola) by Skyview Empyrean Projects Ltd. (https://skyviewpatnitop.com/)
Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel in Patnitop.
Day 4 Travel to Bhaderwah
Patnitop – Bhaderwah (90 Km approx. 2.5 hours by road)
Arrive at Jammu airport/railway station and transfer to Bhaderwah.
En route, enjoy a traditional lunch of Rajamah, rice, and anardana chutney at Assar.
Bhaderwah is a picturesque valley located in the Doda district of Jammu. Upon arrival, take in the stunning views of lush green meadows surrounded by verdant mountains from your accommodation.
Enjoy welcome tea upon arrival.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Bhaderwah.
Day 5 Explore Bhaderwah
Visit to Khillon Top and Padri Meadows
After breakfast, depart for Khillon Top and Padri Meadows.
Padri Pass, situated at an altitude of 9,500 feet, serves as a link to Chamba in Himachal Pradesh.
The grass in Padri Meadows is believed to have many shrubs with medicinal properties. Walking barefoot is recommended to benefit from these properties.
Return to Bhaderwah for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6 Have a Leisure Stay at Bhaderwah
Bhaderwah – Local Sightseeing
After breakfast, embark on a local sightseeing tour.
Visit prominent spots such as Himman Resort, Gupt Ganga Temple, Chandi Mata Mandir, Bhaderwah Fort, and Gatha Resort.
Return to the homestay for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7 Travel to Patnitop
Bhaderwah – Patnitop (90 Km approx. 2.5 hours by road)
Skyview Patnitop Ropeway Description: Built with the latest technology, the Skyview Patnitop ropeway is one of the highest ground clearance CEN (European) Standard certified ropeways in Asia, with one of the longest spans between towers. These spacious, avant-garde gondolas are custom-crafted for an all-year-round experience. Soaring over the treetops, this ropeway ride offers an enthralling landscape and captivating bird’s eye view of the scenic destination.
Other Activities (Optional/Own Cost):
Zipline: Experience a zipline ride, which involves a pulley suspended on a cable, typically stainless steel, mounted on a slope. It allows a person or cargo to travel from the top to the bottom of the inclined cable using gravity.
Tubing Sledge: Enjoy breathtaking views as the magic carpet—a first in India—takes you up the mountain peak.
• Magic Carpet: Similar to the tubing sledge, enjoy the beautiful surroundings as the magic carpet transports you up the mountain.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Patnitop.
Day 8 Embark with Cherishing Memories
Patnitop – Jammu (Departure)
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel towards Jammu.
Later, transfer to Jammu, carrying sweet and everlasting memories of Bhaderwah.
Depart from Jammu airport/railway station.
Inclusions :
- 07 nights / 08 days stay in the mentioned properties.
- Transportation as specified in the itinerary.
- Meals (Breakfast and Dinner) as per the hotel package.
- Accommodation and transportation as per the itinerary.
Cost Excludes :
- Entrance fees.
- Room service, telephone calls, and laundry.
- Additional sightseeing or extra vehicle usage beyond the itinerary.
- Entrance fees and guide charges.
- Costs arising due to force majeure circumstances, natural calamities (e.g., landslides, road blockages, terrorist activities, political disturbances), which are directly payable on the spot.
- Portage at hotels, tips, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature.
- Any changes/cancellations/expenses due to delays in flights/trains/buses.
- Ropeway ticket (Chenani to Patnitop and return).
- Any service not specified in inclusions.
Important Instructions:
- All passengers must report 2 hours prior to departure for security checks at the airport.
- No hand baggage is allowed inside the aircraft due to security reasons. Only jewelry and laptops are permitted as cabin baggage.
- Itineraries may be rearranged to suit hotel availability without changing the total number of days at each destination and without compromising any services.
- The vehicle used is non-air-conditioned and available trip-wise, not on disposal, and subject to municipal limits. Clients must adhere to the program's timings. The operator is not responsible for refunds if any services are missed due to delays.
- Hotels mentioned are subject to availability at the time of booking; otherwise, an alternative will be provided.
- Prepaid mobile numbers do not work in Jammu and Kashmir; only postpaid services are functional throughout the region.
- Any disputes arising from the above terms and conditions are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Jammu.