Kashmir Tour Package: 4 Nights – Kashmir, Patnitop, Katra & Jammu with Shivkhori Sightseeing
Explore the best of Northern India with this captivating itinerary covering Kashmir, Patnitop, Katra, and Jammu. Begin with four nights in scenic Kashmir, soaking in its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture. Continue to Patnitop for a refreshing mountain retreat, then head to Katra, the gateway to the revered Vaishno Devi shrine, spending two nights immersed in spirituality and devotion.
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Overview
This thoughtfully curated Northern India tour offers travelers a diverse blend of natural beauty, spirituality, and cultural richness, covering Kashmir, Patnitop, Katra, and Jammu. Beginning with four nights in the enchanting Kashmir Valley, visitors will be immersed in breathtaking landscapes characterized by pristine lakes, majestic mountains, and vibrant local traditions. Kashmir’s allure lies not only in its scenic splendor but also in its rich cultural heritage, which includes charming markets, historic gardens, and age-old handicrafts.
Next, the journey continues to Patnitop, a serene hill station perched amidst dense pine forests and rolling meadows. This tranquil destination provides a perfect respite for nature lovers and those seeking peaceful mountain air, with opportunities for leisurely walks, sightseeing, and absorbing the fresh alpine environment.
The tour then leads to Katra, the gateway town to the sacred Vaishno Devi shrine, one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in India. Spending two nights here allows travelers ample time to undertake the spiritual trek to the shrine or explore the surrounding hills and local culture. The spiritual ambiance and devotion witnessed here are profound, offering a unique glimpse into India’s deep-rooted religious traditions.
Concluding with a night in Jammu, the itinerary offers a chance to explore this historic city known as the ‘City of Temples.’ Jammu’s rich heritage and bustling bazaars add a vibrant end to the journey, highlighting Northern India’s diversity in culture and landscape.
A special highlight of the trip is the enroute visit to Shivkhori, a famous cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, nestled in a picturesque setting that combines spirituality with natural beauty.
Designed for an enriching experience, this tour perfectly balances scenic exploration, spiritual discovery, and cultural immersion. Plan your adventure with AlxTrip and create lasting memories of Northern India’s magic and mystique.
Plan Highlights
Transfer from Jammu Airport-IXJ to Patnitop
Inter Hotel/City Transfer from Patnitop to Katra
Explore Katra
Inter Hotel/City Transfer from Katra to Jammu
Transfer to Jammu Airport (IXJ) from Jammu
Inclusion
Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation on double sharing
Free wifi acess
Welcome drink on arrival
Transportation as per itenerary
Shikar Ride for 1 Hour
Luggage Handling
Pick Up drop as per itenerary
All toll taxes, Chauffeur allowance, parking charges.
Exclusion
5% GST will be additional
Insurance Laundry Entry Fees Guide Charges Room Heater Item of personal nature viz, tips, laundry, room service, telephone, alcoholic or nonalcoholic beverages, room heaters, boat rides, pony / horse rides, safaris, rafting, skiing,
Skating, cable car / ropeway rides, helicopter rides, additional sightseeing tours, excursions not included in the itinerary, still or video camera fees etc.
Any kind of insurance.
Airfare.
Snow Jeep from Tangmarg to Gulmarg & back.
Lunch and personal expenses like entry ticket any, telephone laundry, or anything which is not mentioned above.
ABC Valley Cab
Gandola Tickets
Garden Entrance fees
Pony Rides to Thajwas glacier in Sonamarg.
Tour Guide.
We shall not be responsible for any extra charges for any services hired other than the mentioned in the package due to any natural catastrophies
Any extra cost which is not mentioned in inclusions.
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Transfer from Jammu Airport-IXJ to Patnitop
Upon arrival at Jammu Airport or Railway Station, you will be transferred to Patnitop via Kud. En route, enjoy the scenic drive as you ascend into the hills. Once in Patnitop, visit key local attractions including the Nag Temple, Circular Road, Children’s Park, and Nathatop, a popular viewpoint offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding mountains.
After a day of sightseeing and relaxation amidst the serene hill station, retire for an overnight stay at your hotel in Patnitop.
2
Inter Hotel/City Transfer from Patnitop to Katra
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive to Katra, the base camp for the famous Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimage. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and relax.
You have the option to proceed for a night visit to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, experiencing the spiritual ambiance under the stars. Overnight stay will be at your hotel in Katra.
3
Explore Katra
After breakfast, you will be dropped at Banganga, the starting point of the Vaishno Devi Yatra. Begin your spiritual journey by trekking to the holy shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi Temple.
Along the way, you will visit the sacred Bharion Nath Temple before completing the pilgrimage and returning to Katra. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Katra.
4
Inter Hotel/City Transfer from Katra to Jammu
After an early breakfast, embark on an excursion to the sacred Shivkhori Temple, located about 70 kilometers from Katra. The journey takes approximately 3 hours each way. Shivkhori, meaning the cave of Lord Shiva, is a revered pilgrimage site known for its natural cave shrine.
On the way to Shivkhori, visit two important holy spots: first, Aghar Jitto, the shrine dedicated to the revolutionary Baba Jitto, located just 6 km from Katra; then proceed to the shrine of Nau Deviyan, situated 10 km from Katra. After completing the excursion, continue your journey to Jammu and check into your hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel in Jammu.
5
Transfer to Jammu Airport (IXJ) from Jammu
As your memorable journey comes to an end, we hope the beauty, culture, and tranquility of this region remain close to your heart. Whether it was the breathtaking landscapes, the vibrant traditions, or the peaceful ambiance, may these memories inspire and uplift you always.
Wishing you a safe and pleasant journey home. We look forward to welcoming you back on another unforgettable trip in the future.