Kashmir with Trekking to Amarnath (4N / 5D)

Package Highlights

• Vaishno Devi Tour
• Thajiwas Glacier
• Amarnath Yatra by helicopter
• Amarnath Cave
• Mugal gardens
• Dal Lake
• Floating gardens

Day 01: Srinagar – Katra
Arrive Srinagar and then drive to Katra . Arrive and check into the hotel. Later proceed to Vaishnodevi Shrine which is around 14km Trek from Katra and the  journey can be carried out either through foot (which is the preferred option), or through palanquins and ponies. The Vaishno Devi shrine is one of India’s most visited pilgrim destinations. Vaishnodevi  is a manifestation of the Mother Goddess Shakthi, more popularly known as Lord Shiva’s companion.The journey to the Holy Shrine is an enchanting journey of the places where Mata Vaishnavi had spent some time while observing various spiritual disciplines and penances. It is believed that she merged her human form with the astral form of her creators, the three supreme energies. Arrive at Vaishnodevi Bhawan. Wash and change before Mata Darshan. Thereafter return back to Katra. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02: Katra – Sonamarg
Today proceed to Sonamarg- Meadow of Gold. The flower-carpeted fields surrounded by amazing glaciers, miniature plateaus, snowfields, pines and islets blue water lakes add beauty to this tranquil valley.   From Sonmarg, you can also look at the towering snow clad mountains of the Ladakh region that are a real treat to eyes.  Check into the hotel and proceed to Thajiwas Glacier by walk or take horse ride where snow remains round the year. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03: Sonamarg – Amarnath- Srinagar
Today morning drive to Baltal and get ready to begin your Amarnath Yatra by helicopter. The helipad is  just 10 minutes walk away from the huts at Baltal. The helicopter operates between 6 am to 5 pm. The helicopter operates till Panchtarni and  from there trek to  Amarnath cave which is around 6km. You can also take Palki or Pony or Natural walk. Have a dip in the ice-cold water of Amarnath stream, which flows outside the cave. Adore the tranquility of white and glistering three massive Lingmas stand erect symbol of Lord Shiva, Parvathi and Ganesh inside the cave.  After Darshan return in time to Helipad to take back to Baltal by Helicopter and then drive to Srinagar. On arrival check into your hotel and you are free to relax for the rest of the day.

Day 04: Srinagar sightseeing
After breakfast proceed for a sightseeing tour of Srinagar. Visit the world famous Mughal Gardens, built by Emperor Jahangir. Evening enjoy Dal Lake Shikara ride or Speed Boat ride or Visit the local crafts market  and enjoy shopping.Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05: Leave Srinagar
After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Srinagar airport/railway station for your return journey.