Shree Amarnath Yatra
Overview:
The Shree Amarnath Yatra stands as a profound spiritual odyssey in the Vaidik Sanatan Dharma, venerating the sacred Ice Lingam of Lord Shiva (Swayambhu), the self-manifesting lingam—enshrined in the Himalayan cave of Amarnath at an altitude of over 3,658 meters. As described in the Shiva Purana, this sanctified site marks the divine moment when Mahadev imparted the secrets of creation, preservation, dissolution, and immortality to Goddess Parvati, a revelation echoed in the esoteric currents of Shaiva Tantra, where the Ice Lingam forms and dissolves with the lunar rhythms, embodying the cyclical nature of cosmic consciousness. Flanked by two sacred ice formations symbolizing Shakti as Parvati and wisdom as Ganesha, the cave becomes a sacred triad of divine energies, transforming into a tirtha—a liminal space where the seeker’s Atman communes with the Paramatman.
Tour Highlights
- Darshan of Shree Amarnath (Swoyambhu Iced Shiva Lingam, self emanated)
• Darsan Vaishno Devi Temple & Shiv Khori Cave - Houseboat Experience on Dal Lake, Srinagar
• Guided Excursions to Shankaracharya Temple and spiritual Himalayan Landscapes
• Trek Through Breathtaking High-Altitude Valleys and Glacial Terrains
Yatra Facts
- Duration: 11 Nights / 12 Days
- Maximum Elevation: 3,888 meters (12,752 feet)
- Trek Grading: Moderate to Strenuous
- Best Months: June – July
- Start/End Point: Delhi, India
- Accommodation: Tourist Standard Hotels & Tented Camp
Itinerary at a Glance
Day 01: Arrival in Delhi
- Arrival at Delhi Airport
- Meet Karnali Representative & Transfer to Hotel
- Yatra Briefing and Rest
- Accommodation: Overnight at Hotel Jaypee Sidharth or similar
Day 02: Delhi to Katra via Jammu
- Morning flight to Jammu
- Scenic drive to Katra
- Leisure and preparation for Vaishnodevi Yatra
- Distance: 50 km
- Duration: 2 hrs
- Altitude: 875 m
- Accommodation: Overnight at K.C. Residency or similar
Day 03: Vaishnodevi Temple Darshan
- Trek to Vaishnodevi Temple (14 km uphill)
- Darshan and Perform Puja at the Holy Shrine
- Return to Katra by evening Trek
- Duration: 6–8 hrs (Round Trip)
- Accommodation: Overnight in Katra
Day 04: Excursion to Shiv Khori Cave
- Drive to Ransoo
- Distance: 80 km
- Duration: 3 hrs
- Trek 4 km to Shiv Khori Cave
- Return to Katra after Darshan
- Altitude: Approx. 1,200 m
- Accommodation: Overnight in Katra
Day 05: Flight to Srinagar
- Morning flight to Srinagar
- Transfer to Hotel and Obtain Medical Certificate for Shree Amarnath Yatra
- Short Sightseeing (If Time Permits)
- Altitude: 1,585 m
- Accommodation: Overnight at Hotel Grand Mahal or similar
Day 06: Srinagar to Sonmarg
- Morning sightseeing: Shankaracharya Temple, Dal Lake
- Drive to Sonmarg
- Distance: 80 km
- Duration: 3 hrs
- Altitude: 2,730 m
- Accommodation: Overnight at Thajwass Hotel or similar
Day 07: Sonmarg – Baltal – Panchtarni – Trek to Amarnath Cave
- Drive to Baltal (15 km / 1 hr)
- Helicopter Fight to Panchtarni
- Trek to Amarnath Cave (6 km)
- Shiv Lingam Darshan
- Atitude: 3,888 m
- Overnight stay in Tented Camp Near the Cave or Return to Panchtarni (Depending on weather conditions)
Day 08: Return from Amarnath Cave – Back to Srinagar
- Trek back to Panchtarni (6 km Downhill)
- Helicopter Flight to Baltal
- Drive back to Srinagar (3 hrs)
- Rest and Leisure
- Accommodation: Overnight at Mahjong Houseboat or similar
Day 09: Fly to Delhi
- Morning flight from Srinagar to Delhi
- Hotel transfer and relaxation
- Accommodation: Overnight in Delhi at Jaypee Sidharth Hotel
Days 10 & 11: Contingency Days
- Reserved for Weather Delays, Health Recovery, or Extended Darshan Time
Day 12: Yatra Concludes – Departure Day
- Transfer to Delhi Airport for Onward Journey
- Conclude Shree Amarnath Yatra
Tour Cost Details
- Package Price: …..USD per person (twin-sharing basis)
- Single Supplementary: ……USD (for single occupancy accommodation)
Cost, Includes & Excludes
The cost includes:
- Airport pick-up/drop-off and all ground transfers via private tourist buses
- Hotel accommodation with pure vegetarian meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- Domestic flights
- Professional English- and Hindi-speaking Karnali tour leader and support crew
- Guided sightseeing, Darshan Assistance, and Spiritual Briefings
- Duffel Bag for Travel
- First Aid Medical Kit
The cost does not include:
- International flight fares
- Indian Visa processing
- Personal expenses (e.g., bottled drinks, laundry, telephone, Internet)
- Temple Dakshina, Puja, and personal darshan costs
- Travel and Medical Insurance
- Any unforeseen costs not listed above
Booking & Cancellation Policy:
- Non-refundable Booking Deposit: USD 2000 with a health certificate (mandatory)
- Remaining Balance: Payable in USD/GBP (cash only) upon arrival in Delhi
- Cancellation Terms:
- 50% payable if cancelled 20 days before departure
- 100% payable if cancelled less than 15 days before departure
- Claim refundable losses via your travel insurance
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