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Amarnath Yatra Package 2013
Amarnath Yatra Package 2013
Amarnath Yatra is one of the most popular pilgrimages of Hindus undertaken by people of all age groups. Earlier, the Yatra was physically exhausting with rest available only at designated spots, but now the the options of Amarnath Yatra with Helicopter, it is much easier to visit this Holy place. These are some of the things you might need to know about the Amarnath Yatra 2013 packages.
The tour
Undertaken by lakhs of devotees each year mostly during the months of July and August, the tour coincides with the Shravani Mela festival. This is a holy month for the Hindus. Tourists usually start the tour on foot from Srinagar or Pahalgam. A hard trek, the trip needs proper organizing and guides. It is unsafe at times too, especially for those who are not in prime health. Tents and pandals are usually set up at different places for pilgrims where food and water is offered.
Routes
There are many travel packages which also include overnight stay and sightseeing trip of Srinagar. The trip includes a journey from Srinagar to Baltal which is 120 km and then a further 22km by walk. This is the most grueling part of the trip. There are many popular routes as well. The Srinagar-Sonmarg-Amarnath is one of the most commonly used ones. Some pilgrims also take the Jammu-Pahalgam-Amarnath route. There is also the JammuSonmarg-Amarnath route. However, if you choose to undertake Amarnath Yatra by Helicopter, it will be much easier and comfortable. There are 3 night 4 day, 4 night 5 day and 5 night 6 day tour packages available from tour operators. Some tours are customizable for families or large groups.