5 days in Jammu and Kashmir Itinerary

Standing on the banks of the Tawi River, Jammu City enjoys popularity as the winter capital of Kashmir.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Fri): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mantalai Temple and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Vaishno Devi Mandir.

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Kolkata (Calcutta) to Jammu City is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Kolkata (Calcutta) in December, with highs in Jammu City at 22°C and lows at 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Leh.

The former capital of the Kingdom of Ladakh, Leh possesses a historic old town area marked by stupas, monasteries, and traditional mud-brick houses.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Sat): admire the striking features of Leh Royal Palace, make a trip to Druk Padma Karpo School, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Thiksey Monastery, and finally pause for some photo ops at Shey Monastery. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: look for gifts at De Pashmina Emporium, then take in the dramatic natural features at Magnetic Hill, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gurudwara Shri Pathar Sahib, and finally see the interesting displays at Hall of Fame.

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Getting from Jammu City to Leh by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sun) so you can travel to Gulmarg.

A popular skiing destination and a hill station in Jammu and Kashmir, Gulmarg features one of the highest gondolas in the world, reaching 3,979 m (13,054 ft) and offering fantastic scenery.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Mon): see Discover Gulmarg Adventures and then explore the activities along Ningle Nallah. On your second day here, tee off at Gulmarg Golf Course and then take in the awesome beauty at Apharwat Peak.

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Getting from Leh to Gulmarg by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 8°C in December, and nighttime lows around -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.