5N / 6DKashmir Valley
- Hotel
- Daily Breakfast
- Sightseeing
- Transfers
Jammu & Kashmir · 3-destination circuit
About this trip
A 4-night circuit linking Katra (Vaishno Devi), Patnitop & Srinagar in Jammu & Kashmir, built around each destination's key sights and run as a single logical route. Distances between stops are kept realistic and confirmed at quotation; the day-by-day below is a flexible framework, priced on enquiry and tailored to your dates.
What this package includes
Trip at a glance
What you see & do
Who is this for
Good to know
Day by day
Tap any day to expand. Drive distances and times are realistic approximations, stated up front and traffic-dependent — never hidden. Every day's full plan is on this page even when a day is collapsed.
Begin the circuit in Katra (Vaishno Devi). The day is a flexible framework around the destination's key sights; the exact plan, specific hotels and inter-city transfers are confirmed at quotation for your dates.
Vaishno Devi trek: The ~12 km ascent to the cave shrine, on foot, pony, palki or by helicopter.
Bhairavnath Temple: A hilltop shrine above the main cave, traditionally visited after.
Ardhkuwari: A cave shrine roughly halfway up the route.
Overnight: Katra (Vaishno Devi)
Continue to Patnitop. The day is a flexible framework around the destination's key sights; the exact plan, specific hotels and inter-city transfers are confirmed at quotation for your dates.
Patnitop meadows: Rolling deodar-fringed slopes for walks and picnics.
Nathatop: A higher viewpoint with paragliding and, in winter, snow play.
Sanasar: A cup-shaped meadow and lake with a small golf course.
Overnight: Patnitop
Continue to Srinagar. The day is a flexible framework around the destination's key sights; the exact plan, specific hotels and inter-city transfers are confirmed at quotation for your dates.
Dal Lake shikara: Dawn, for the floating market. Agree the rate before boarding.
Mughal Gardens: Shalimar, Nishat and Chashme Shahi. Best in spring or autumn colour.
Houseboat stay: Quality varies enormously. Ask which part of the lake — the far side is quieter.
Overnight: Srinagar
A further day exploring Srinagar and its surroundings, arranged to your interests.
Overnight: Srinagar
Private transfer for your onward journey (nearest airport: Srinagar (SXR), 12 km). The final morning is planned around your real departure time.
Inclusions
Exclusions
Cancellation
Charges are calculated from the date we receive your written cancellation request.
Air, rail, hotel and visa charges follow each supplier's own rules. Full cancellation & refund policy →
Where you stay
| City | Nights | 3★ | 4★ | Heritage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katra (Vaishno Devi) | 1 | ✓ named at quotation | ✓ named at quotation | — |
| Patnitop | 1 | ✓ named at quotation | ✓ named at quotation | — |
| Srinagar | 2 | ✓ named at quotation | ✓ named at quotation | — |
We confirm the specific property in each tier against your travel dates and budget at quotation — we never claim a named hotel is included unless your package explicitly specifies it.
Meals
| Day | Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 · Arrive Katra (Vaishno Devi) | — | Optional | Optional |
| Day 2 · Katra (Vaishno Devi) → Patnitop | ✓ | Optional | Optional |
| Day 3 · Patnitop → Srinagar | ✓ | Optional | Optional |
| Day 4 · Srinagar — sightseeing | ✓ | Optional | Optional |
| Day 5 · Departure | ✓ | Optional | Optional |
✓ Included · Optional add-on · — not included. Meal plan (CP / MAP / AP) is configurable per booking.
Route & drive times
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Drive distances and times are realistic approximations from this tour's own plan — confirmed at quotation and traffic-dependent, never hidden.
Things to do
Day 1 · Arrive Katra (Vaishno Devi)
Day 2 · Katra (Vaishno Devi) → Patnitop
Day 3 · Patnitop → Srinagar
Day 4 · Srinagar — sightseeing
Day 5 · Departure
Experiences follow the itinerary; optional add-ons can be arranged on request.
Questions
It is a flexible multi-destination framework linking Katra (Vaishno Devi), Patnitop, Srinagar. The exact day-by-day, hotels and inter-city transfers are tailored to your dates and pace at the quotation stage — add nights, stops or activities as you wish.
They are confirmed at quotation against current road/rail conditions rather than printed as fixed figures here. All transfers are by private air-conditioned car unless you prefer train or flight where available.
On enquiry. We price your exact party, dates, hotel category and inclusions; a consultant replies within one working day and no payment is required for a quote.
Broadly March to June & September to November for the first leg; seasons can differ between stops, which we advise on for your dates.
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