Kashmir
Scenic Kashmir holiday with sacred Vaishno Devi and Amritsar
Vaishno Devi & Amritsar
About this trip
Join our escorted group tour starting from Kolkata for a memorable journey across Kashmir, Mata Vaishno Devi, and Amritsar. Experience the serene beauty of Dal Lake, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam alongside the spiritual atmosphere of Katra and the Golden Temple. With warm Bengali tour managers and thoughtful arrangements throughout, this programme is designed for a relaxed family holiday. Let our family take care of the travel logistics while you enjoy the hills and valleys.
Highlights
Day-by-day plan
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Departure from Kolkata
Board your scheduled train from Howrah or Sealdah station to begin the journey towards Jammu.
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Train Journey
Spend the full day on board travelling across the plains of northern India with fellow tour members.
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Arrival in Jammu and Transfer to Katra
Arrive at Jammu railway station and proceed to Katra by road for your hotel stay and rest.
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Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra
Proceed on the holy trek to the Bhawan for Mata Vaishno Devi darshan and return to Katra hotel at night.
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Katra to Srinagar
Travel by road along the scenic mountain route to Srinagar and settle into your hotel upon arrival.
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Srinagar Local Sightseeing
Visit the colourful Mughal Gardens, Shalimar and Nishat Bagh, followed by a pleasant shikara ride on Dal Lake.
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Day Excursion to Gulmarg
Enjoy a full-day trip to the high-altitude meadow of Gulmarg before returning to Srinagar for your night stay.
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Day Excursion to Sonamarg
Drive along the Sindh valley to explore the beautiful surroundings of Sonamarg, returning to Srinagar by evening.
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Day Excursion to Pahalgam
Take a scenic excursion to Pahalgam along the Lidder River and return to the Srinagar hotel for dinner.
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Srinagar to Jammu
Bid farewell to the Kashmir valley and travel by road down to Jammu for an overnight hotel stay.
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Jammu to Amritsar and Sightseeing
Drive to Amritsar, visit the sacred Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh, and witness the Wagah Border ceremony.
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Departure from Amritsar
Transfer to Amritsar railway station in the morning to board your return train bound for Kolkata.
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Train Journey
Spend the day relaxing on the train journey back across northern and eastern India.
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Arrival in Kolkata
Arrive at Howrah or Sealdah station in Kolkata with cherished memories of the mountains and holy shrines.
What's included
- Train travel for the entire journey from and back to Kolkata
- Hotel accommodation on family sharing basis throughout the tour
- Meals as per the organised tour plan
- All road transfers and sightseeing trips by dedicated vehicle
- Services of an experienced Bengali tour escort from start to finish
- IRCTC travel insurance on train journeys (as provided with the rail ticket)
What's not included
- Personal expenses such as telephone calls, laundry, and special beverages
- Optional pony charges, ropeway rides, or local union vehicles
- Any cost arising from train delays, roadblocks, or natural disruptions
- Anything not explicitly stated in the tour inclusions
- Entry fees and tickets — monuments, parks, museums, temples, boat/jeep safaris and rides
- Any travel, medical or baggage insurance other than IRCTC rail insurance
Useful tips
- •Carry a mix of light woollens and a heavy jacket, as mountain evenings turn cold quickly.
- •Pack sturdy walking shoes with good grip for the Vaishno Devi trek and hill sightseeing.
- •Keep original government photo identity cards easily accessible during all transit checkpoints.