The Maa Vaishno Devi Yatra is one of India’s most sacred pilgrimages, located in the majestic Trikuta Mountains of Jammu & Kashmir. Devotees walk (or take ponies, palanquins, or helicopter) on a 13 km spiritual trek from Katra to the Holy Bhawan, where the divine Three Pindis representing Maa Kali, Maa Lakshmi, and Maa Saraswati are enshrined.
During the journey, pilgrims experience breathtaking natural scenery, devotional chants, clean and well-managed pathways, and numerous facilities like Bhojanalayas, Medical units, and resting points by the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board.
The Maa Vaishno Devi Yatra is one of India’s most sacred pilgrimages, located in the majestic Trikuta Mountains of Jammu & Kashmir. Devotees walk (or take ponies, palanquins, or helicopter) on a 13 km spiritual trek from Katra to the Holy Bhawan, where the divine Three Pindis representing Maa Kali, Maa Lakshmi, and Maa Saraswati are enshrined.
During the journey, pilgrims experience breathtaking natural scenery, devotional chants, clean and well-managed pathways, and numerous facilities like Bhojanalayas, Medical units, and resting points by the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board.
• Arrive at Jammu Airport / Railway Station
Meet and transfer to Katra (approx. 50 km / 1.5 hours).
Check-in to your hotel and freshen up.
Activities of the Day:
Explore Katra Market
Buy Yatra essentials (walking stick, raincoat, torch)
Visit Ban Ganga in the evening (optional)
Relax and prepare for next day’s trek
Overnight stay: Katra
Early morning start for the Holy Yatra.
Recommended Start: 4:00 AM – 6:00 AM**
Main Points En route:
Ban Ganga – The point where Maa washed Her feet
Charan Paduka – Foot imprints of Maa
Ardhkuwari – The meditation cave where Maa stayed for 9 months
Himkoti Viewpoint – Scenic spot for photos
Sanji Chhat – Final resting point before reaching Bhawan
Darshan:
Reach the Holy Bhawan for Darshan of Maa’s Three Pindis.
After Darshan, proceed to Bhairon Temple (2.5 km), as it completes the Yatra.
Return to Katra by late evening.
Katra → Sanji Chhat → Bhawan → Return**
Highlights:
8–10 minute helicopter ride
Scenic aerial views of Trikuta Hills
Comfortable for elderly or those short on time
Walk only 2 km from drop point to Bhawan
Return to Katra by afternoon / evening.
Overnight stay: Katra
After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
Transfer to Jammu Airport / Railway Station with divine blessings and beautiful memories.
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