6N / 7DKashmir Grand Circuit
Srinagar 2N · Pahalgam 2N · Gulmarg 1N · Sonamarg 1N
From, per person₹26,900₹31,300
View itineraryPackage code · AGH-JK-106
Vaishno Devi with Kashmir Valley
Katra 2N · Srinagar 3N · Pahalgam 1N · Jammu 1N
Overview
Seven nights, starting in Delhi and ending in Delhi: two nights in Katra, three nights in Srinagar with a day trip to Gulmarg and Sonamarg, one night in Pahalgam, one night in Jammu. You travel by train from Delhi, with a private vehicle on arrival. Hotels are 3-star on a breakfast and dinner plan, with Standard and Premium options in the price table.
Duration7N / 8D
Start–endDelhi–Delhi
SeasonMar–Nov
TravelTrain and private cab
MealsBreakfast and dinner
Highest point2,800 m
Highlights
- Mata Vaishno Devi and Ardhkuwari in Katra
- Dal Lake and Nishat Bagh in Srinagar
- Day trip to Gulmarg: Gulmarg Gondola, Kongdoori
- Day trip to Sonamarg: Thajiwas glacier, Sindh river
- Aru Valley and Betaab Valley in Pahalgam
- Raghunath temple and Bahu Fort in Jammu
Day-wise plan
DAY1Delhi to Katra by trainTrain, about 8 hrs · Vande Bharat Express to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra
Train, about 8 hrs · Vande Bharat Express to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra · Altitude 875 m
Morning
Board the Vande Bharat Express to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra from New Delhi in the morning (about 8 hrs).
Afternoon
Arrive in Katra. Your driver meets you at the station and takes you to the hotel.
Evening
Check in. Collect your Yatra RFID card at the registration counter near the bus stand.
Tip: Register online and carry the RFID card; leather items are not allowed at the shrine.
DAY2Katra sightseeingKatra · Hotel
Altitude 875 m
Morning
Start at dawn for the 13 km climb to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine on foot or by pony, or by helicopter to Sanjhichhat.
Afternoon
Darshan at the holy cave, then the Bhairon temple by ropeway.
Evening
Walk or ride back down to Katra by evening.
Sightseeing
Mata Vaishno Devi · Ardhkuwari · Bhairon temple
Optional, paid locally
Helicopter Katra–Sanjhichhat, one way: ₹2,100–2,300
Pony or palki: ₹1,500–5,000
Bhairon ropeway: ₹100
Tip: Register online and carry the RFID card; leather items are not allowed at the shrine.
DAY3Katra to Srinagar250 km, about 7 hrs · via Udhampur, Banihal and the Navyug tunnel
250 km, about 7 hrs · via Udhampur, Banihal and the Navyug tunnel · Highest point 2,500 m
Morning
Breakfast and check out.
Afternoon
Drive to Srinagar.
Evening
Check in to your houseboat or hotel. At sunset, a one-hour shikara ride on Dal Lake past the floating gardens and Char Chinar.
Tip: Mughal gardens close at sunset; mornings are less crowded.
DAY4Day trip to Gulmarg50 km, about 1 hr 30 min · via Tangmarg
50 km, about 1 hr 30 min · via Tangmarg · Altitude 2,650 m
Morning
Drive to Gulmarg. Gulmarg Gondola: Phase 1 to Kongdoori (3,080 m), and Phase 2 to Apharwat (3,980 m) when weather allows.
Afternoon
Meadow walk to the Maharani temple and the golf course; snow activities in winter.
Evening
Rest at the hotel. Return to Srinagar by evening.
Sightseeing
Gulmarg Gondola · Kongdoori · Maharani temple · Gulmarg meadow
Optional, paid locally
Gondola Phase 1: ₹800–950
Gondola Phase 2: ₹1,000–1,300
Ski lesson (winter): ₹1,500–2,500
Tip: Book Gondola tickets online a day ahead; Phase 2 closes in high wind.
DAY5Day trip to Sonamarg80 km, about 2 hrs 30 min · via the Sindh valley
80 km, about 2 hrs 30 min · via the Sindh valley · Altitude 2,800 m
Morning
Drive to Sonamarg. Pony ride or walk to the Thajiwas glacier; in winter, snow play on the meadow.
Afternoon
Time on the Sindh river banks and the Zoji La viewpoint road when open.
Evening
Return to Srinagar by evening.
Sightseeing
Thajiwas glacier · Sindh river
Optional, paid locally
Pony to Thajiwas glacier: ₹1,000–1,500
Sledge (winter): ₹400–800
Tip: The Zoji La road beyond Sonamarg opens around May.
DAY6Srinagar to Pahalgam95 km, about 2 hrs 30 min · via Pampore saffron fields and Avantipora ruins
95 km, about 2 hrs 30 min · via Pampore saffron fields and Avantipora ruins · Altitude 2,740 m
Morning
Mughal gardens: Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh and Chashme Shahi, laid out in terraces facing Dal Lake. Set off after lunch.
Afternoon
Drive to Pahalgam.
Evening
Check in by the Lidder river. Evening walk in the market.
Sightseeing
Dal Lake · Nishat Bagh · Shalimar Bagh · Chashme Shahi · Shankaracharya temple · Hazratbal
Tip: Outside cabs cannot enter Aru and Betaab; the local union cab is mandatory.
DAY7Pahalgam to Jammu260 km, about 7 hrs · via Anantnag and the Banihal tunnel
260 km, about 7 hrs · via Anantnag and the Banihal tunnel · Altitude 327 m
Morning
Morning walk along the Lidder river before checkout.
Afternoon
Drive to Jammu.
Evening
Check in. Evening at the Raghunath temple and bazaar.
DAY8Jammu to DelhiTrain, about 7 hrs 30 min · Vande Bharat Express or Rajdhani to New Delhi
Train, about 7 hrs 30 min · Vande Bharat Express or Rajdhani to New Delhi
Morning
Bahu Fort and its Bawe Wali Mata temple. Set off after lunch.
Afternoon
Board the Vande Bharat Express or Rajdhani to New Delhi to New Delhi (about 7 hrs 30 min). The trip ends on arrival.
Sightseeing
Raghunath temple · Bahu Fort · Amar Mahal
Inclusions
Included
- 7 nights’ stay on twin sharing, as listed under Hotels
- Daily breakfast and dinner, from Day 1 dinner to Day 8 breakfast
- Private sedan (Dzire or similar) for 2–3 guests or Innova for 4–6, with driver, for all transfers and sightseeing in the itinerary
- Driver allowance, fuel, tolls, parking and state entry taxes
- Train tickets (chair car or 3AC) for the journeys shown
- One-hour shikara ride on Dal Lake
- Vaishno Devi yatra registration assistance
Not included
- Lunch, and meals not listed in the meal plan
- Entry fees, ropeways, safaris and activities marked optional in the itinerary
- Local union cabs at Sonamarg and Pahalgam, where outside vehicles are not allowed
- Gulmarg Gondola tickets
- Helicopter, pony or palki charges
- Personal expenses, tips, travel insurance and 5% GST
- Air, rail or road bookings can be done by us at an additional cost, as per actuals.
- Anything not listed under Included
Hotels
| Where | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katra · Nights 1–2 Hotel | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
| Srinagar · Nights 3–5 Houseboat or hotel | B-class houseboat or 2–3 star hotel | Deluxe houseboat or 3 star hotel | Premium houseboat or 4 star hotel |
| Pahalgam · Night 6 Hotel | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
| Jammu · Night 7 Hotel | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
Hotel names are confirmed in your quote. If a listed hotel is full, we book one of the same category and tell you before you pay.
Prices
| Per person | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin sharing | ₹26,100 pp | ₹30,400 pp | ₹40,400 pp |
| Triple sharing | ₹23,600 pp | ₹27,500 pp | ₹36,500 pp |
| Single occupancy | ₹40,700 | ₹47,500 | ₹63,600 |
| Child with bed (5–11) | ₹18,800 | ₹21,800 | ₹28,800 |
| Child without bed (5–11) | ₹13,900 | ₹16,000 | ₹21,100 |
Valid for travel till 31 March 2027. 5% GST extra. Peak-date supplements apply at Christmas, New Year, Diwali, Holi and long weekends.
Policies
Booking and payment
Book with a 25% advance. The balance is due 15 days before travel. Payments are received by Agrima Holidays Private Limited through its bank account or a secure payment link, and are acknowledged with a tax invoice.
Cancellation and refund
30 or more days before travel: 10% of the package cost is retained. 15–29 days: 25%. 7–14 days: 50%. Under 7 days: no refund. Refunds go to the original payment method within 10 working days.
Children
Children under 5 travel free when sharing the parents’ bed. Children 5–11 pay the child rate in the price table. 12 and above pay the adult rate.
Changes on the road
Weather or road closures can change the order of sightseeing. Your driver and trip planner will agree changes with you on the day.
FAQ
Can I stay on a houseboat?
Yes. Choose a houseboat for one or both Srinagar nights when you request the quote.
Can I change the hotels?
Yes. Choose Standard, Deluxe or Premium and your planner will send hotel options in that category.
Is the vehicle private?
Yes, the vehicle and driver are for your group only, from the first pickup to the last drop.
Can I add or drop a night?
Yes. Your trip planner will revise the itinerary and quote.
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