The journey begins early in the morning from Chandigarh. Guests can travel in a private taxi or a tempo traveller, which can be rented for the entire tour for convenience. The drive to Katra takes around 9–10 hours via NH44, with short stops en route for tea and refreshments. On arrival in Katra by evening, guests check in to the hotel and can spend the evening exploring the local market or enjoying a relaxed dinner. Overnight stay is arranged in Katra.
After an early breakfast, the journey to Vaishno Devi begins. Guests can trek approximately 12 km to the holy cave or opt for a pony, palanquin, or helicopter service for ease. The darshan at Mata Vaishno Devi Temple is the highlight of the day, along with the serene surroundings of the Bhawan and Holy Cave. Packed lunches or meals from local eateries are available on the way. After completing the darshan, guests return to Katra by evening. Local taxis and tempos are also available in Katra for convenient travel. Overnight stay is in Katra.
Following breakfast and hotel check-out, the return journey to Chandigarh begins in a private taxi or tempo traveller. On the way back, optional stops at scenic spots like Patnitop can be made for photographs and refreshments. Guests are expected to reach Chandigarh by evening, marking the end of the 3-day spiritual journey.
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