Mata Vaishno Devi Tour with Patnitop from Delhi by Holidays Retreat
Overview
Mata Vaishno Devi Temple is one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in India, attracting millions of devotees every year. The temple is located at an altitude of 5,200 feet in the Trikuta Mountains of Jammu and Kashmir. It is considered to be one of the 108 Shakti Peethas, where the body parts of Goddess Sati fell after her self-immolation. The temple is also known as Mata Rani, Trikuta, and Vaishnavi.
The temple is open throughout the year, but the best time to visit is from March to October when the weather is pleasant and conducive for trekking. The peak season is during Navratri when special pujas and ceremonies are performed at the shrine. The temple is also crowded during other festivals like Diwali, Ram Navami, Makar Sankranti, and New Year.
The temple can be reached by various modes of transport, such as train, bus, car, helicopter, or cable car. The nearest railway station is Katra, which is connected to major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Bangalore by regular trains. The nearest airport is Jammu, which is about 50 kilometers away from Katra. From there, one can take a bus or a taxi to reach Katra. From Katra, one can either trek for about 14 kilometers or take a helicopter or a cable car to reach the temple complex.
The temple offers various facilities and services for the pilgrims, such as cloakrooms, lockers, medical aid, battery-operated vehicles, ponies, palkis, prasad counters, bhojanalayas, souvenir shops, and accommodation. The temple also has an online portal where one can book tickets for helicopter or cable car service, accommodation, or donations.
The temple is not only a place of worship but also a place of wonder and beauty. The temple is surrounded by lush green hills and forests, where one can spot various flora and fauna. The temple also has a rich cultural and historical heritage, where one can learn about the legends, myths, and traditions of the shrine. The temple also offers a spiritual experience, where one can feel the presence and power of the goddess and seek her blessings.
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Included/Exclude
- Accommodation as per the itinerary
- Daily breakfast and dinner at the hotel
- Helicopter tickets for Mata Vaishno Devi darshan
- Ropeway tickets for Bhairon Temple
- All transfers and sightseeing by private non-AC car as per itinerary only.
- State tax, hotel tax, and driver charge
- All toll taxes, driver allowance, and parking charges
- Any personal expenses such as laundry, tips, phone calls etc.
- Any extra meals or drinks not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Any guide charges or entrance fees for monuments or attractions.
- Any pony or horse ride charges or rafting charges.
- Any incidental or other expenses not specified in the inclusions.
- Any travel insurance or medical expenses.
