Magestic Udhampur (2N Katra, 3N Udhampur, 2N Patnitop) // TSP 130

Day will be engaged for trekking of Shri Mata Viashno Devi shrine, which is around 13 Kms (one way) and at an altitude of an around 6000 Ft. (at Bhairo baba) from the sea level. It takes 4 – 5 hrs to reach the height and 3 – 4 hrs to be back to the town.

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We will leave for the Medieval town of Udhampur. You will visit Krimchi Temple Complex en-route. The complex comes after a small hiking of around 500 mtrs to 700 mtrs. This Complex consists of five temples and two shrines.

This temple complex is one of the oldest in India and is mixture of Greek and Orrisa (another state of India) Temple’s architecture.

Later we will proceed to Udhampur town. Rest of the Day is free and to roam around the Bazaars and to meet locals here. Stay overnight at Udhampur.

We will head towards a Heritage site which was the Capital of the Ancient town of Jammu. There are ruins of some temples and part of fort in Manwal, built by the son of Pandava king Arjuna, the Babruvahan. This site is around 25 Kms from main town of Udhampur

Later, we will visit the Remnants of a fort of Ram Nagar, which served as the capital of old Bandrlta State. This fort is at distance of 40 Kms from Udhampur main city and was constructed by the Bandral lords but was reconstructed and renovated by Raja Suchet Singh, brother of Mahraja Gulab Singh. Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace) and Nawa Mahal (New Palace) is worth seeing in this historic complex. Evening back to the hotel and Overnight at the hotel.

Today, we will head towards one of the oldest shrines in India dedicated to Lord Shiva. This shrine is said to be 2300 years old. First, we will stop at Gauri Kund which is approx. 40 Kms. from the Udhampur town and is at Altitude of 1225 mts above sea level. The journey is bit mountainous but worth watching. There is a small cave which is associated with the Godess Parvati, wife of Shiv is a 5 Kms short of Sudh Mahadev Temple. Sculptures from the hindu mythology can be seen here.

At the distance of about 5 Kms, you will visit the holy shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, the site and temple is said to be more than 2300 years old.

Later, you will visit the Archeological wise important site of Man Talai, red earthen ware and terra cotta figures discovered here. This site is at the distance of 8 Kms. approx. Continue your journey towards Patnitop which is another 15 Kms. from Sudh Mahadev. Stay overnight at the hotel at Patnitop.

We will drive / trek towards the meadow of Sanasar. At 11 kms from Patnitop, Natha Top offers scenic views of the mighty western (Kishtwar) Himalayas and the lower Shivalik range.

Sanasar is a wonderful hill station in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The town is built in a cup-shaped meadow surrounded by gigantic conifers. While visiting Sanasar, you are provided opportunities for paragliding, parasailing, boating and horse riding also. Later in the evening, back to Patnitop and overnight in the hotel / Camp.

It is the famous hilltop, originally called as “Patan da Talab”. Patan da Talab or Patnitop (current name) is situated at an altitude of 2024 mtrs from sea level. Enveloped by thickly wooded forests, Patnitop offers beautiful picnic spots, peaceful walks and breathtaking views of the of the Chenab basin. Walk around in the meadow and will visit the famous and unique temple dedicated to the Snake lord and made like the Pagodas. In the evening drive to Udhampur. Stay overnight stay at hotel.

Check-out from the hotel and you will be transferred to Udhampur Railway Station or Jammu airport / railway station for your onward journey.