Amarnath Tour Package      3 Nights / 4 Days

Shri Amarnath Yatra – 3 Nights / 4 Days:-

Day 1: Arrival in Srinagar - Sonmarg:-

On arrival at Srinagar airport, meet and greet with our representative and wewill take you to Sonmarg, situated at an altitude of 9000 ft. Dinner andOvernight stay at the Hotel/Swiss Camps in Sonmarg.

Day 2: Baltal – Amarnath Cave - Srinagar

Today after breakfast get ready for one of the most holy pilgrimage tour inIndia of Shri Amarnath cave, we will take you to Baltal, which is about 45 minutes drive from Sonmarg. Upon arrival in Baltal, we will continue ourAmarnath Yatra by the Helicopter, which operates between 6:00 am and 5:00 pm.Helicopter operates till Panchtarni then from Panchtarni to Amarnath Cave thereis a trek of four kms. You can also take Palki or Pony if you wish. Afterdarshan, return to helipad for return journey to Baltal, back to Srinagar byyour vehicle. Dinner and overnight in Srinagar hotel.

Day 3: Srinagar Sightseeing

After breakfast, we will take you to city tour of Srinagar which includes visitto Mughal Gardens with Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh and Chesma Shahi. Drive alongthe Lake side on Boulevard. While come back we will visit a Handicrafts Emporium for hand-knotted specialty Silken carpets, shawls, jewellery ornaments. Dinner & overnight stay in your hotel in Srinagar.

Day 4: Departure day

After breakfast, relax in your hotel. Later we will transfer you to the airportto board your flight back to home. Come back with happy memories of yourholidays. Team Plan Journeys will get in touch with you to for your kindfeedback.

AMARNATH YATRA BY HELICOPTER - 2014

NOTE: - Yatra will be Start from 28th June – 22ndAugust 2013 Child Below 13 Years & Adult above 75 Years are not allowed ToYatra.

Srinagar – Sonmarg (9000 Feet, 100kms, 3.5 hrs One Way

Our Services start with your arrival at Srinagar Airport.Meet & Greet with our Representative and Transfer by Cab to Sonmarg.Situated at an altitude of 9000 Ft. Sonmarg is also called as The meadow of gold at its backdrop, snowy mountains against a cerulean sky. The SindhRiver that meanders through the valley abounds with trout &mahaseer.Ponies can be hired (Optional At your own cost) for the trip up to Thajiwasglacier, which is a major local attraction during the summer. Dinner &Overnight stay at the Hotel / Swiss Camps as Applicable.

Sonmarg - Baltal- Amarnath cave - Srinagar

After breakfast we will transfer you to Baltal (45 Minutesdrive from Sonmarg). Upon arrival in Baltal in time to begin your AmarnathYatra by The helicopter operates between 6:00 a.m. And 5:00 P.M Helicopteroperates till Panchtarni then 4 kms. Trek from Panchtarni to Amarnath cave. Youcan also take Palki or Pony (at your own cost) Or Natural walk. After Darshanreturn in time to Helipad to take back Helicopter to Baltal. Transfer by cab toSrinagar. Arrive Srinagar & check in at Deluxe Houseboat/Hotel asApplicable. In Evening enjoy a Shikara Ride in Dal Lake and witness the ride onlake, called Venice of India & experience the aquatic life of Srinagar.Also see the scenic extravaganza of the Kashmir and enjoy the profusion ofcolors in the Paradise on Earth. While returning visit to the local craftsmarket and see the fine carved hand-made articles from Paper Machie & woodof a walnut. Dinner & Overnight stay at the Deluxe Houseboat/Hotel asApplicable.

Srinagar Sightseeing

After Breakfast you will visit Mughal Gardens Nishat (The Garden of Pleasure) and Shalimar (Abodeof All) and Chesma Shahi (Royal Spring).Drive along the Lake side onBoulevard .On return visit a local H andicrafts Emporium for hand-knottedspecialty Silken carpets, shawls, jewellery ornaments. After lunch, in secondhalf day Visit Shankracharya Temple. Dinner & Overnight stay at theDeluxe Houseboat/Hotel as Applicable.

Srinagar

After Breakfast Transfer by cab to Srinagar Airport for Departure with thememories that cant be forgotten.
Accommodations

Total Net Fare Per Pax

Note: - In Case of Overnight in Panchatrni / Baltalthere will be no Refund for Accomodation booked in Srinagar. There will be anExtra Cab charge of 2000 INR per Night Halt The above rates are net & noncommissionable to travel agents.

Package Includes:

1. Accommodation on Twin Sharing basis as mentioned above

2. Meals:- Breakfast + Dinner (MAP)

3. All transfers & Sightseeing by 2 Pax – NON AC INDICA /TATA SUMO (3- 7 Pax) NON AC Qualis / Tavera – (8 – 10 Pax) NON AC TempoTraveller

4. Chopper Tickets for Shri Amarnath Yatra (To & Fro)

5. Welcome Drinks on Arrival

6. Shikara Ride ( 4 Pax in One Boat)

7. Toll Tax for all Trips

8. Service Tax

Not Included: -

1. Air/ Train Tickets if Any

2. Gondola Ride / Pony Ride

3. Entrance Tickets for all Gardens

4. All optional items

5. Bills of Personnal nature

SOME IMPORTANT POINTS:-

CARRY ADEQUATE WARM CLOTHING INCLUDING JACKET, SWEATER, WOOLEN SOCKS,COMFORTABLE WALKING SHOES, THERMAL UNDERWEARS, MEDICINES, RAIN COAT AND TORCH.

NOTE:-

Accommodation & Heli fares are subject to availability at the time of reservation.

Rates subject to change without prior notice

We dont make any commitment of Chopper Tickets Timing andBoarding Passes allotment as the same is done by regulation of Shri AmarnathShrine Board (SASB). Hence Agent Commitments stands null & Void

Cancellation & other policies as per the Hotel &Helicopters policy.

Due to bad weather Helicopter flight is cancelled, nextdays accommodation has to be taken care by the guest directly.

Transportation Supplement cost would be charged Rs.2000extra per day

The schedule flight is cancelled due to bad weather or technical reason, advance booked passenger would get the priority next day.

A Helicopter ticket has to be stamped & signed by theofficials of Helicopter Services at Baltal or Srinagar for full refund.

Useful Tips for Shri Amarnathji Cave DOs

1.   Prepare for the Yatra by achieving PhysicalFitness. It is advisable to start a preparatory Morning Evening walk, about 4-5km per
2.   Day, at-least a month prior to the Yatra. With a view toimproving oxygen efficiency of the body, it may be useful to start deepbreathing exercise and Yoga, particularly Pranayam. As the Yatra involvestrekking at an altitude of 14,800 ft, do have yourself medically examined forthe journey. An yatri needs to certify his medical competence to undertake theYatra while applying for the Yatra Permit at the time of registration.
3.   Embark on the Yatra only after obtaining a valid Yatra Permitafter due registration as per the procedure prescribed 
by the SASB or Helicopter Ticket will be considered as Yatra Permit.
4.   You have to trek through high mountains, facing strong coldwinds. Do carry woolen clothing, a small umbrella (which covers the head withelastic around forehead and supported by a strap around the chin), wind-cheater,raincoat, sleeping bag, waterproof shoes, torch, stick with proper hand grip,cap (preferably monkey cap), gloves, jacket, woolen socks and trousers. Theseare essential as the climate is unpredictable and changes abruptly from sunnyweather to rain and snow. The temperature may sometimes abruptly fall to 5degrees Celsius or lower.
5.   For Ladies, saree is not a suitable dress for the Yatra. Salwarkameez, pant-shirt or a track suit will be more comfortable for yatris.
6.   Keeping in view the tough nature of the trek, small childrenshould not undertake the Yatra.
7.   Make sure that the ponywalla, the labouror, the dandiwalla isproperly registered and carries an ID Card. You can get these allotted at ratesfixed by the local administration, at the camps at Baltal, Nunwan (Pahalgam),Panjtarni etc. Keep the porters and horses/ ponies with your luggage alongsideas it may be difficult to trace them in case you get separated from them. Thisis necessary as you may suddenly need something from your luggage.
8.   During the Yatra from Pahalgam/Baltal onwards keep your clothesand eatables in a suitable water proof bag to avoid the belongings getting wet
9.   Carry sufficient money to pay for your accommodation at basecamps and at other stations enroute to the Holy Cave and for meeting otherpersonal requirements.
10.  To enable urgent necessary action in case of any emergencyplease keep in your pocket a note containing the
name/address/mobile telephone number of any Yatri proceeding for Darshan on thesame date as you are doing. Also carry your identity card/ driving license andyour Yatra Permit issued by the SASB.
11.  Carry all the medicines which you take daily and, also somegeneral medicines such as Glucose, Disprin, Combiflam, Move/Iodex, etc.
12.  Carry a water bottle, dry fruits, roasted baked grams/channa,toffees, sufficient chocolates, etc. for use during the journey.
13.  Keep some Cold Cream/ Vaseline/ Sun Screen with you to protectthe skin from the cold winds/ sun. To have clear vision on sunny days keep darkglasses / goggles handy.
14.  While trekking, relax for a short while on steep inclines and dont exert yourself beyond your normal capacity.
15.  The best way to perform the Yatra is to maintain a slow andsteady pace. You will unnecessarily exhaust/tire yourself by walking fast.
16.  Provide all help to fellow Yatris, traveling with you andperform Yatra with a pious mind.
17.  Yatris are advised to strictly follow the instructions issued bythe Yatra Administration from time to time.
18.  Earth, water, air, fire, and sky are integral parts of LordShiva. The Base Camps and the entire Yatra routes are the abode of ShriAmarnathji. You must, therefore, respect the environment and do nothingwhatsoever to pollute it. Use of Plastic is strictly banned, and punishableunder law.
19.  Use latrines / bathrooms in camps erected by Shri AmarnathjiShrine Board. Dont defecate in the open.
20.  Cash offerings should be put in donation boxes of Shrine Boardonly.

DONTS

1.   Dont stop at places which are marked by warning notices.
2.   Dont smoke and dont carry/consume any kind of narcotic oralcoholic substance.
3.    Dont use slippers because there are steep rises and fallson the route to the Holy Cave. Wear shoes with 
laces.
4.   Dont attempt any short cuts on the route as doing so would bedangerous. Do not break traffic discipline or
try to overtake others in difficult stretches of the route.
5.   Do not do anything during the entire Yatra which could causepollution or disturb the environment of the 
Yatra area. Use of polythene is banned in the State and is punishable underlaw.
6.   Do not touch or tamper with Holy Lingam and / or place or throwanything on the Holy Lingam. Do not use flash cameras inside Cave. Do not lightincense sticks (agarbatties) or Dhoop inside cave.
7.   Do not pay more than the prices fixed for porters, ponies,dandies, rations, fire wood, accommodation etc.
8.   Dont stay overnight at Holy cave due to low oxygen.

1: From Baltal (Sonmarg) to Panchtarni instead to Cave:Elevation at Panchtarni is 11,500 ft and elevation of Holy Cave is 13,000.
5 kms ascend trek one way to Cave 2 hours walk and after Darshan again 5 Kmsdownhill to Panchtarni Helipad. Since the Yatra time, including Darshan takes 6hours

2. At Panchtarni there is Basic Tented accommodationwith charpai and facility of food. One needs to carry woolenclothing/sunglass/Umbrella/rain Coat/ sun hat/sunburn cream/ first aid.

3. Make sure that the ponywalla, the labourer, thedandiwalla is properly registered and carries an ID Card. You can get theseallotted at rates fixed by the local administration, at the camps at Baltal,Nun wan (Pahalgam), and Panchtarni etc. Keep the porters and horses/ ponieswith your luggage alongside as it may be difficult to trace them in case youget separated from them. This is necessary as you may  suddenly needsomething from your luggage. The rates as listed subject to change. GovernmentRates subject to change.

4. From Panchtarni to Holy Cave: To hire Riding Pony rateis Rs 1,500 return Dandi (Palki) Rs 2500 return

All packages are inclusive of sightseeing tours mentioned inthe itinerary, breakfast and dinner, sightseeing and transfers by privatevehicle.
For bookings & queries please feel free to contact us or mail us at holidays@planjourneys.com.