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Guided pilgrimage

Bhakti Darshan with Helicopter

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Vaishno Devi Temple is one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in India, located in the Trikuta Hills near Katra, in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Dedicated to Mata Vaishno Devi, an incarnation of Goddess Durga, the shrine attracts millions of devotees each year.Mata Vaishno Devi is a manifestation of Goddess Durga and represents the collective power of the divine trinity – Mahalakshmi, Maha Saraswati, and Mahakali. Legend says that the Goddess took refuge in the cave to escape Bhairon Nath, a demon who was after her. After slaying him, she chose to stay at the Vaishno Devi cave,…

Departs from: NEW DELHI
Walking: Moderate walking
Senior-friendly: Yes
Price / person: ₹13,999₹11,991

Package at a glance

Duration: 2 days · 1 night
Stay: Hotels included
Meals: Not included
Transport: As per plan
Darshan: Guided darshan

Darshan
Stay

See the full inclusions and exclusions below.

Day-by-day itinerary

1
Arrival in Katra, Maa Vaishnodevi Darshan
- Arrival in Katra as it is the base town for the Vaishno Devi Yatra.
- Check-in to your hotel, freshen up.
- After breakfast, reach the Helipad in Katra for your helicopter ride.
- Helicopters operate between Katra and Sanjichhat, reducing the trekking time significantly.
- The flight takes around 8-10 minutes.
- Upon landing at Sanjichhat, you’ll have to trek for 2.5 km to reach the Vaishno Devi Bhawan.
- The trek from Sanjichhat to Bhawan takes around 30-45 minutes.
- You can also opt for Horse ride or Palki as well.
- Enjoy the scenic beauty of the mountains and valleys.
- After reaching the Bhawan, proceed for Vaishno Devi Darshan.
- Depending on the crowd, darshan can take anywhere between 1-3 hours.
- After darshan, visit the Bhairon Temple (optional).
- The Bhairon Temple is located 1.5 km above the Bhawan, and devotees believe the pilgrimage is incomplete without visiting it.
- After darshan, trek back to Sanjichhat.
- Take the helicopter back to Katra.
- Once back in Katra, enjoy dinner at your hotel.
- Overnight stay in Katra.
2
Departure
- After breakfast, check out from your hotel.
- If time permits, visit local temples such as Banganga Temple or Raghunath Temple in Katra.
- Explore the local market for souvenirs like prasad, holy threads, and religious items.
- Head back to your onward destination via flight or train

Transport

Local transfers and sightseeing as included in this EasyDarshan package; confirmed with full vehicle details at enquiry stage.

Stay

Stay at THE ROYAL BHUMESH or similar in 1N Katra.

Hotels

Suggested stays via EaseMyTrip. Rates are indicative and confirmed at the time of booking.

THE ROYAL BHUMESH or similar
KATRA

What’s included

Helicopter tickets (Katra-Sanjichhat-Katra)
Hotel accommodation in Deluxe Category Hotels
Breakfast and dinner at the hotel
Pickup - Drop from Katra Railway Station
Transfer & Sightseeing in Katra

Not included

5% GST
Airfare / Train fare
Personal expenses including Prasad or Shopping
Entry fees for local sightseeing (if applicable)
Other items not mentioned in Inclusions

What the temple controls, not us

We handle the logistics and the on-ground help. The parts below sit with the official temple portals, so we guide you through them rather than promise them.

This package is enquiry-only: dates, seat availability and final pricing are confirmed by EasyDarshan support before booking, not guaranteed at browse time.
Darshan timings and any temple-portal-dependent slots follow the official temple/shrine administration on the day and are not guaranteed by this listing.

Refund policy

Cancellation 15 days before the travel date 100% refund.
Between 15 days to 7 days: Darshan ticket is 100% nonrefundable and flight ticket cancellation as per actuals, balance destination package cost is refundable.
Between 7 days to 3 days: Darshan ticket is nonrefundable and flight ticket as per actuals, balance destination package cost is 50% refundable.
Less than 3 days: zero refund.

Travel Validity

The deal is valid for travel till Thursday, 31 December 2026.

Guaranteed Dates

Your selected travel dates are guaranteed. In the unlikely event of seats sold out, we guarantee +/- 1/2 days from your preferred dates.

High Season

Prices can fluctuate during peak season dates.

Booking Policy

If booking is 30 days in advance: 25% package cost as advance If booking is 30 days to 15 days in advance: 50% package cost as advance Balance 50% before 15 days of travel date. If travel within 15 days 100% payment required for booking confirmation. Booking closes 7 days before the travel date.

Remarks

Blackout Dates - Sawan Month: July 22nd- August 19th Pitru Paksha/Amavasya: October, 2nd Navratri Dates: October 3-11th Chat Pooja: November 6-8th Tulsi Vivah: November 12th

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Visa can be availed on arrival.