4 Days 3 Nights
Specific Tour
30 people
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The Vaishno Devi Amritsar Yatra combines two of the most revered pilgrimage sites in North India. Vaishno Devi, nestled in the Trikuta Mountains, is one of the holiest shrines dedicated to Goddess Vaishno. Devotees embark on a spiritual journey to seek blessings and divine grace. The journey is followed by a visit to Amritsar, home to the Golden Temple, the holiest shrine of Sikhism. The Yatra offers a unique blend of Hindu and Sikh spiritual experiences, making it a must-visit for pilgrims.
Begin your journey at Vaishno Devi temple, nestled in the Trikuta hills, and seek blessings from Goddess Vaishno.
Climb the sacred hills of Vaishno Devi, with views of lush valleys, to reach the revered cave temple.
Experience the serene and spiritual environment of Amritsar, home to the Golden Temple, a symbol of peace and divinity.
Witness the Wagah Border ceremony, a thrilling display of patriotism between India and Pakistan.
Partake in the holy ‘langar’ (community meal) at the Golden Temple and feel the sense of community and unity.
Pick up from Jammu Airport/Railway Station and transfer to Katra (50 Kms/1.5 Hours). Spend rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Katra.
Early morning, proceed for Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan- one of the most popular pilgrimages of India situated in the lap of Trikuta mountains across Katra town at an altitude of around 5200 feet. Yatra upto Bhawan involves a trek of nearly 12 Kms from Katra base camp known as Ban Ganga & 2.5 Kms from Sanji Chhat which is dropping point for pilgrims boarding through Helicopter. You have to hire a local auto rikshaw for reaching Ban Ganga or Helipad available round the clock at very nominal charges. Battery cars, Cable cars, Ponies, Palkis, Pithoos, Porters etc. are other means of transport during yatra for assisting senior citizens, children and physically challenged persons. After performing darshans, if time permits, visit Bhairo Temple & return back to Katra in the evening. Overnight stay at Katra.
Early morning after breakfast, proceed for Amritsar (250 Kms/4-5 Hours) which is spritual centre of Sikhism and home to Shri Harminder Sahib (Golden Temple). Visit India-Pakistan Wagah border and watch the famous retreat ceremony which is performed at this place every evening before sunset. Overnight stay at Amritsar.
After breakfast, visit famous Golden Temple which has a unique Sikh architecture. It is built at a level lower than the surrounding land level and has four gates. Thereafter, visit Jallian Wala Bagh which is adjacent to Golden Temple. Jallian Wala Bagh houses a memorial of national importance, established in 1951 to commemorate the massacre of peaceful celebrators on the occasion of the Punjabi New Year on April 13, 1919. Also, visit Durgiana Temple, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum and Sadda Pind where you can experience the old world charm of Punjab through cultural performances, folk dances, local handicrafts, songs, stories and cuisine. Later, drop at Amritsar Railway Station/Airport for your onward journey with sweet memories of the tour.