Jammu - Katra - Maa- Patnitop - shivkhori - drop

Our vehicle will pick you up from Jammu Tawi Railway Station or Airport. Begin your scenic journey to Katra, nestled at the foothills of the Trikuta Mountains.

On arrival in Katra, check in to your hotel and relax for a few hours. Later in the day, depending on your preference, you may begin the climb to the sacred Vaishno Devi Temple or explore the local Katra market known for religious souvenirs and street food.

Early in the morning, begin your journey towards the sacred shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi, one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in India. The shrine is located approximately 13 km from Katra, and devotees can reach the temple by foot, pony, or helicopter service up to Sanjichhat.

En route, you may also visit:

• Ban Ganga – the sacred stream where devotees take a purifying dip before starting the trek
• Ardhkuwari Temple – a significant stop where Mata Vaishno Devi is believed to have meditated for nine months

Seek blessings at the holy cave of Mata Vaishno Devi, along with the sacred temples of Mata Mahakali, Mata Mahalakshmi, and Mata Saraswati.

After darshan, return to Katra the same evening.

After breakfast, proceed for an excursion to Shivkhori, a revered cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, located around 85 km from Katra (approx. 3 hours drive one way). The journey offers a blend of spirituality and scenic beauty through lush hills and valleys.

En route, visit the following attractions:

• Deva Mai Temple – a sacred temple dedicated to Goddess Durga
• Baba Dhansar Temple – a picturesque temple complex surrounded by natural springs and waterfalls, believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva’s devotee, Baba Dhansar
• Ransoo Village – the base point for the 3 km trek to Shivkhori, offering beautiful rural views and spiritual calm

Upon reaching Ransoo, undertake a 3 km trek (one way) to reach the Shivkhori Cave Temple. This natural cave, approximately 200 metres long, houses a self-manifested (Swayambhu) Lingam, believed to be unending and eternal, representing Lord Shiva’s infinite power. The cave walls bear natural formations symbolizing various deities, adding to its divine aura.

After darshan and exploration, return to Katra by evening.

Post breakfast, check out from your hotel in Katra and begin your drive to Jammu. The distance between Katra and Jammu is approximately 45 km, taking around 1.5 hours by road through scenic hills and valleys.

Note:
Ensure that all remaining activities or shopping in Katra are completed before departure.

Large vehicles may not be allowed inside the airport/railway station. It may be required to walk a bit with luggage.

Upon arrival in Jammu, you will be dropped at the Jammu Airport or Railway Station as per your flight or train schedule, marking the end of your spiritual journey with cherished memories of Maa Vaishno Devi and Shivkhori Darshan.