Located in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir and situated on Mount Amarnath, the Amarnath caves
(Hindi , Urdu: are one of the most famous shrines in Hinduism.
Dedicated to the god Shiva, the shrine is said to be over 5,000 years
old. The shrine forms an important part of Hinduism.
Inside the main Amarnath cave lies an ice stalagmite resembling the
Shiva Linga, which waxes during May to August and gradually wanes
thereafter.This lingam is said to grow and shrink with the phases of the
moon, reaching its height during the summer festival. According to
Hindu mythology, this is the cave where Shiva explained the secret of
life and eternity to his divine consort Parvati. Two other ice
formations represent Parvati and Shiva’s son, Ganesha.
The cave is situated at an altitude of 3,888 m (12,756 ft), about
141 km (88 mi) from Srinagar, the capital of Jammu and Kashmir. The
Central Reserve Police Force, Indian Army and Indian Paramilitary Forces
maintain a strong presence in the region due to security concerns.
4 Nights/ 5 DaysDay 01 Srinagar / Baltal
On arrival in Srinagar
drive direct to Baltal via Sonamarg. The distance of about 120 kms will
be covered in about 3-½ hrs. Rest of the day free at Baltal for
acclimatization and prepare for next day’s trek to Amarnath Cave. Dinner
overnight in tents at Baltal. Day 02 Baltal / Amarnath Cave / Baltal
After very early
breakfast trek upwards to Amarnath cave for darshan. The route is
ascending right upto the cave. Have a dip in the ice water of Amarnath
stream, which floes outside the cave. Inside the cave there is scenery
of calm tranquility of white and glistering three massive Lingmas stand
erect symbol of Lord Shiva, Parvathi and Ganesh. After darshan return
back to Baltal. Approx. 25 kms (leave morning at 0530 and arrive back at
1930 hrs). Dinner overnight in tents.
Day 03 Baltal / Srinagar
Drive back to Srinagar. On arrival in Srinagar, transfer to houseboats. Dinner overnight houseboats.
Day 04 In Srinagar
Morning sightseeing of
Mughal Gardens visiting Nishat Bagh (Abode of pleasure) built by Asif
Khan brother in law of Jehangir in 1632 AD. And Shalimar Bagh (Abode of
love) built by Jehangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan. All the gardens
are situated on the bank of Dal Lake with the Zabarwan Mountains in the
background. The distance from Srinagar to the said gardens is about 12
and 15 kms respectively. Enroute visit carpet-weaving factory and visit
Sharankacharya Temple.
After lunch Shikara ride on
Dal Lake visiting floating and vegetable gardens etc. Also witness
walnut woodcarving and papier machie making demonstration. Dinner
overnight in Deluxe Houseboats.
Day 05 Srinagar/Jammu or Delhi
Transfer to TRC/Airport to drive or fly to Jammu/Delhi.
COST PER PERSON FOR THE ABVOE PROGRAM IN INR
GROUP SIZE COST PER PERSON
02 Rs. 9300.00
03 – 06 Rs. 8001.00
07 – 10 Rs. 7650.00
11 – 14 Rs. 7380.00
15 & Above Rs. 7116.00
+ Government Service Charge – 4.08%
COST INCLUDE
1.Accommodation on APAI
basis (All meals – Vegetarian Meals) at Hotel Mountview or similar
Pahalgam, Deluxe Houseboat Srinagar, Tented accommodation with Cot,
Quilt, Mattress, Blanket, Chader and Pillow at Sheeshnag and Panchtharni
with minimum 07 Pax per Tent.
2. Transportation from
Airport to Airport for all transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary by
Non AC Tata Sumo’s/Coach depending on the size of group. Each Sumo will
carry 06 Pax + driver.(Supplement for transportation Jammu –Srinagar is
given above).
3. Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
4. Assistance on arrival.
COST DOES NOT INCLUDE
Any air/train fare, meals
not specified, laundry, tips, table drinks, camera/video fee, Riding or
Pack Pony/Dandi / Labour charges, Portage at railway station personal
expenses of clients or any other expenses incurred beyond our control
such as bad weather, flight/train cancellation, road closure, land
slides etc.
Government has fixed following rates for Dandi / Labourer / Riding and Pack Pony’s
Chandanwari to Holy Cave and back
1. Dandi = Rs.10, 000/-(With 08 Persons)
2. Labourer = Rs.1250/-(with 20 Kgs of Load)
3. Labour with Pithu = Rs.1400/-
4. Chandanwari to Sheeshnag and back = Rs.1260/-per pony
5. Chandanwari to Mahagunustop and back = Rs.1365/-per pony
6. Chandanwari to Poshpathri and back = Rs. 1575/-per pony
7. Chandanwari to Panchtarni and back = Rs.2100/-per pony
8. Chandanwari to Holy Cave and back = Rs.2625/-per pony
9. Baltal to Holy Cave and back = Rs.900/-per pony in one day
Amarnath Yatra will commence
officially from 6th July and not 21st June as announced earlier. It has
been postponed due to heavy Snow on the way, which could not be cleared
due to bad weather.
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AMARNATH YATRA TOUR FROM PAHALGAM
Day 01 Delhi / Srinagar / Pahalgam
Arrive Srinagar. On
arrival drive to Pahalgam (Valley of Shepherds ) . The total distance
of about 115 kms will be covered in about 3 hrs. Enroute visiting
Saffron fields, Awantipura ruins (1100 years old temple of Lord Vishnu
built by King Awantiwareman),see the beautiful countryside on the way
and lot of rice fields. Drive through the pine forest. Arrive Pahalgam
enjoy your pack lunch on the bank of Lidder Stream. Have bridle walks
and feed your cameras with the picture of magnificent view of mountains.
Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel at Pahalgam.Day 02 Pahalgam / Chandanwari / Sheeshnag
Leave Pahalgam (Valley
of Shepherds) for Chandanwari. Pahalgam is the best base for most of the
treks. Chandanwari (2896 Mts.) is a small shut off valley at the
junction of Sheshnag stream and the stream for Astanmarg. Further trek
to Sheshnag is about 13 kms. (3576 Mts.) the trial climbs the Pisu Ghati
and then climbs gradually to the Sheshnag lake. Sheshnag is one of the
windiest place in this valley. The distance will be covered in about 5
hrs.
Dinner and overnight stay in tents at Sheshnag.Day 03 Sheshnag / Panchtarni
The 13 kms trek from
Sheshnag to Panchtarani (3657 Mts.) will be covered in about 5 hrs. The
walk is through Mahagunas Pass (3200 Mts.) and then a gradual walk to
Panchtarani. Dinner and overnight stay in tents at Panchtarni
Day 04 Panchtarni / Amarnath / Sheshnag
Start trek early in the
morning from Panchtarani to Amarnath cave. Amarnath is only 6 kms away
from Panctarani. Have a dip in the ice cold water of Amarnath stream
which flows outside the cave. Inside the cave there is scenery of calm
tranquillity of white and glistering three massive Lingmas stand erect
symbol of Lord Shiva, Parvathi and Ganesh. Trek back towards Sheshnag.
It is a descending walk till Sheshnag.
Day 05 Sheshnag / Pahalgam/Srinagar
Trek down to Pahalgam via Chandanwari. On arrival in Pahalgam drive to Srinagar. Transfer to Houseboats.
Dinner and overnight stay in Houseboats.
Day 06 In Srinagar
Morning Shikara ride on Dal
Lake visiting Vegetable Floating Gardens and Padering through Canals to
witness the native life of people living on the small islands also
witness Wood Carving and Paper Machine making demonstration.
Afternoon sightseeing of
Mughal Gardens visiting Nishat Bagh (Abode of pleasure) built by Asif
Khan brother in law of Jehangir in 1632 AD.and Shalimar Bagh (Abode of
love) built by Jehangir for his wife Empress Noor Jehan All the gardens
are situated on the bark of Dal Lake with the Zabarwan Mountains.
Enroute visit carpet weaving factory. Lunch at Houseboats. Dinner and
overnight stay in Deluxe Houseboats.
Day 07: Srinagar / Jammu / Delhi
Transfer to airport to take flight for Delhi or Jammu or leave early morning by surface for Jammu.
COST INCLUDE
1.Accommodation on APAI
basis ( All meals – Vegetarian Meals) at Hotel Mountview or similar
Pahalgam, Deluxe Houseboat Srinagar, Tented accommodation with Cot,
Quilt, Mattress, Blanket, Chader and Pillow at Sheeshnag and Panchtharni
with minimum 07 Pax per Tent.
2. Transportation from
Airport to Airport for all transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary by
Non AC Tata Sumo’s/Coach depending on the size of group. Each Sumo will
carry 06 Pax + driver.(Supplement for transportation Jammu –Srinagar is
given above).
3. Shikara ride on Dal Lake.
4. Assistance on arrival.
COST DOES NOT INCLUDE
Any air/train fare, meals
not specified,laundry,tips,table drinks,camera/video fee,Riding or Pack
Pony/Dandi/Labour charges, Portage at railway station personal expenses
of clients or any other expenses incurred beyond our control such as bad
weather, flight/train cancellation, road closure, land slides etc.
Amarnath Yatra will commence
officially from 6th July and not 21st June as announced earlier. It has
been postponed due to heavy Snow on the way, which could not be cleared
due to bad weather.
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HELICOPTER CHARGES
Srinagar – Amaranth Cave -Srinagar = Rs.**** Per Person
Baltal – Amarnath Cave – Baltal = Rs.**** Per Person
Baltal – Amarnath Cave one way = Rs. **** Per PersonPlease
note operation of Helicopter is subject to weather conditions and
operates only with minimum 04 Pax. Duration from Srinagar to Amarnath is
half an hour and Baltal to Amarnath is about 12 minutes.
Amarnath Yatra will
commence officially from 6th July and not 21st June as announced
earlier. It has been postponed due to heavy Snow on the way, which could
not be cleared due to bad weather.
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