The sacred trek from Katra to the holy cave shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi.
The cave shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi in the Trikuta hills is one of India's most visited pilgrimages. The 12–13 km trek starts from Katra.
Ponies, palkis, battery cars on part of the route, and helicopter services to Sanjichhat make the yatra possible for all ages.
Darshan at the holy cave of Mata Vaishno Devi.
Garbh Joon cave halfway along the trek.
Reached by ropeway from the Bhawan.
Large temple complex in Jammu city.
Fort and Bawe Wali Mata temple overlooking the Tawi.
Day 1
Pickup at Jammu and drive to Katra. Collect your yatra RFID card.
Day 2
Trek (or pony / helicopter at own cost) to the Bhawan for darshan, and ropeway to Bhairon Temple.
Day 3
Return to Katra, then drive to Jammu — Raghunath Temple and Bahu Fort.
Day 4
Breakfast and drop at Jammu airport or station.
March to October. The yatra runs all year; winters are cold.
Jammu Airport (IXJ) is about 50 km from Katra. Trains run directly to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra station. Yatra registration (RFID card) is mandatory.
March to October. The yatra runs all year; winters are cold.
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