Morning: Arrive in Amritsar and check into your hotel. Late Morning: Visit the Golden Temple, the holiest shrine of Sikhism. Afternoon: Have lunch at a local restaurant. Evening: Visit Jallianwala Bagh, a historic site. Explore the local market. Dinner: Enjoy dinner at the hotel or a local restaurant. Overnight: Stay in Amritsar.
Morning: Have breakfast at the hotel. Check out and depart for Katra (approximately 5-6 hours drive). Afternoon: Arrive in Katra and check into your hotel. Have lunch at the hotel. Evening: Relax and prepare for the trek. Visit the local market for last-minute essentials. Dinner: Enjoy dinner at the hotel. Overnight: Stay in Katra.
Early Morning: Start your trek early (around 4-5 AM) to Vaishno Devi Bhawan, approximately 13 km from Katra. Ponies and palanquins are available for those who prefer not to walk. Mid-Morning: Reach Ardhkuwari Temple, halfway to the Bhawan. Take a break and seek blessings. Noon: Continue your trek to the Bhawan. Afternoon: Arrive at Vaishno Devi Bhawan. Freshen up and proceed for darshan (viewing of the deity). Evening: After darshan, take some time to rest. Begin your descent back to Katra. Late Evening: Return to Katra and have dinner at your hotel. Overnight: Stay in Katra.
Morning: Have breakfast at the hotel. Check out and depart for Amritsar. Afternoon: Arrive in Amritsar and check into your hotel. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Evening: Visit the Wagah Border to witness the flag-lowering ceremony. Dinner: Enjoy dinner at the hotel or a local restaurant. Overnight: Stay in Amritsar.