Amarnath Yatra

The Yatra trek through the mountains of south Kashmir Himalayas to the Holy Cave Shrine of Shri Amarnathji is made available only in the months of summer to pay obeisance. In the month of Shravan (July - August) the Holy Cave Shrine of Shri Amarnathji has the devout flock, where the image of Lord Shiva, in the form of a Lingam, is formed naturally of ice - stalagmite, and which waxes and wanes with the moon.

Situated at a height of 3,888m in Jammu and Kashmir; around 14km from Baltal and 46km from Pahalgam, the Amarnath Cave sits gracefully in a picturesque gorge in the Lidder Valley. According to the Hindu Puranas, the existence of the cave is related to pre-historic times and was rediscovered quite a few times. Two of the most popular and widely believed tales depict that once a local shepherd named Buta Malik received a bag full of coal from a saint. On returning home, he opened the bag and to his surprise, he found gold coins inside the bag! To express his gratitude, when he went to the spot where he met the saint, he couldn’t trace the holy person, but discovered this sacred cave. Since then, the Amarnath Cave has been worshipped by the devotees.

Another story says, once the entire Kashmir Valley got submerged during an epic flood. A pious saint called Kashyapa Rishi drained out the water with the help of a series of rivers and streams. After the valley reappeared, Bhrigu Muni visited the Amarnath Cave and had a ‘darshan’ of the “Lingam’. Since then, the cave has become a major pilgrimage for the Hindu devotees.

Detailed Tour Itinerary:

DAY 01:     SRINAGAR AIRPORT – SONMARG 100 KMS {4 HRS. DRIVE} 
Our services start with your arrival atSrinagar airport. Meet & greet and transfer by Car to Sonmarg. Arrive Sonmarg & check in your booked Hotel / Swiss Camps. Rest of the day at leisure. Dinner & Overnight stay at Sonmarg.

DAY 02:     SONMARG – BALTAL – AMARNATH JI – BALTAL – SRINAGAR
After early breakfast short drive of 15 Kms will take you to Baltal (Helipad) Baltal- Panchtarni –Baltal helicopter ride. The Helicopter start operating at 06.00 Hrs (Weather Permitting). Panchtaraniis approx 6 Kms fromHolyCave, you can go there by Foot or can hire Palki/Pony at your own cost. After darshan return back to Panchtaranito board helicopter to Baltal. Return back toSrinagar. On arrival check in your hotel / houseboat. Dinner & overnight stay atSrinagar.

DAY 03:     DEPARTURE DAY
After breakfast time is free till departure. Check out from the houseboat / hotel. Transfer you to the airport to connect your flight to your onward journey.

End of the Services with happy memories… 

Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra
• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

By Air:

The nearest airport is Sheikh ul Alam International Airport in Srinagar (Airport Code: SXR - 90 km / 2 hours drive via 4-lane NH-1 and the 6.5 km Z Morh Tunnel). Srinagar Airport connects daily direct flights to New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, and Jammu. Taxis and private cabs operate directly from Srinagar Airport to Sonamarg.

By Train:

Nearest Valley Station: Srinagar Railway Station (Station Code: SINA / Nowgam - 85 km / 2 hours drive).

Major National Railhead: Jammu Tawi Railway Station (Station Code: JAT - 330 km / 7.5 hours drive via NH-44 and NH-1) and Katra (SVDK), connected to all major Indian cities by Vande Bharat Express and Rajdhani Express:

• Shared cabs and private taxis operate continuously from Srinagar and Jammu Tawi to Sonamarg.

By Road:

Sonamarg is located directly on the Srinagar Leh National Highway (NH-1):

• From Srinagar (~80 km / 2 hours):** Smooth drive along the scenic Sindh Valley through Ganderbal, Kangan, and Gagangir.
• From Gulmarg (~125 km / 3 hours):** Scenic drive via Narbal and Srinagar bypass.
• From Pahalgam (~175 km / 4 hours):** Valley drive via Khanabal and Srinagar on NH-44 and NH-1.
• From Kargil (~125 km / 3.5 hours):** Mountain highway drive across the Zojila Pass on NH-1.
• From Leh (~330 km / 8 hours):** High altitude highway drive via Lamayuru, Fotu La, and Kargil.
• State Buses:** JKSRTC operates daily deluxe and semi deluxe tourist buses to Sonamarg Bus Stand from Srinagar Tourist Reception Centre (TRC).