Vaishno Devi Yatra

Kathmandu → Jammu

Highlights

• Trek to the holy cave of the Divine Mother in the Trikuta Hills where three goddesses merge as one.
• Shakti Peeth · 3 days / 2 nights
• Small group, guide-led

Day-by-day itinerary

1. D1

   Arrival at Katra & Registration

   Arrive at Katra (780m), the base town for the Vaishno Devi Yatra. Complete registration at the Shrine Board Yatra Registration Counter (obtain a free Yatra Parchi). Attend the evening Aarti at the Nau Devi Temple in Katra town. Preparation: Wear comfortable trekking shoes; carry a warm jacket and rain cover. The 13km trek requires moderate fitness.

   Jammu As per plan

2. D2

   Trek to the Holy Cave

   Begin the trek at 5:00 AM from Banganga — the spot where the goddess is believed to have shot an arrow that created a spring. Pass through Ardh Kuwari, a narrow cave where the goddess meditated for nine months. This section requires crawling through a tight passage — symbolic of rebirth. Continue the uphill trek to reach Bhawan (the main shrine complex) by afternoon. Darshan of the three sacred Pindies in the ancient cave. The natural rock formations, covered with saffron-dipped chunari (scarves), represent the triune goddess.

   Jammu As per plan

3. D3

   Bhairavnath Temple & Descent

   Early morning trek 2.5km to Bhairavnath Temple — the demon who pursued the goddess and was granted liberation by her. This completes the full pilgrimage circuit. The belief holds that the yatra is incomplete without visiting Bhairavnath. Descend to Katra via a different route (Hathi Matha), enjoying panoramic views of the Shivalik range. Collect prasad and a yatra certificate before departure.

   Jammu As per plan

Price includes

• Local storyteller guide
• Stays as per itinerary
• Daily breakfast
• All ground transfers

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