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Amarnath Yatra:

The legend about the importance of Amarnath ji cave is chosen by Bhole Shankar for narrating the secrets of immortality and creation of Universe to Maa Parvati Ji. The story goes like this. Centuries ago Maa Parvati Shiv Ji to let her know why and when he started wearing the beads of heads (Mund Mala). Bhole Shankar replied when ever you are born I add one more head in my beads. Maa Parvati said, " My Lord, my body is destroyed every time and I die again and again, but you are immortal. Please let me know the secret of this. " Bhole Shankar replied that it is due to Amar Katha".

When to take up Yatra :
The Amarnath Yatra is organized every year and the registration is done by the J&K Govt. during the month of Sharavan (July and August) the dates however, vary every year looking at the weather conditions and according to Purnima (Raksha Bandhan) in the month of Sharavan ( Vikrama Samwat). Yatra to Baba Amarnath Holy Cave for which one has to trek a height of about 14500 Ft. is full of thrill and joy.

Climate :
The climatic conditions are very uncertain. Rain or snowfall may take place at any time or place during the yatra. It is to be particularly noted that abrupt changes in temperature might occur. Sunny weather may turn into rain/snow fall in a short time. The temperature may fall upto 5 degree Celsius.

How to perform Pilgrimage :
For performing this Yatra, one is required to get registered which is done by the Jammu and Kashmir Government which can be arranged by the Shangloo Travels Pvt. Ltd. Itself which is sister concern of Mahjong group of Houseboats.

Things to Carry :
Because of the unpredictable weather conditions, which often are wet and extremely cold during the Yatra period, Pilgrims are advised to carry raincoat, woolen clothing, small umbrella and some tinned try eatable items.

AMARNATH YATRA JI PROGRAMS:

• Day 01 : Srinagar - Pahalgam (93 Kms)
• Day 02 : Pahalgam - Chandanwari - Sheshnag
• Day 03 : Sheshnag - Panchtarni
• Day 04 : Panchtarni - Amarnath - Baltal
• Day 05 : Baltal - Sonmarg - Srinagar
• ALTERNATIVE STAGES : Via Pahalgam
• Day 01 : Jammu/Srinagar - Pahalgam
• Day 02 : Pahalgam - Chandanwari - Sheshnag
• Day 03 : Sheshnag - Panchtarni - Amarnath - Panchtarni
• Day 04 : Panchtarni - Sheshnag - Pahalgam
• Day 05 : Pahalgam - Srinagar / Jammu
• Via Baltal :
• Day 01 : Srinagar - Sonmarg - Baltal
• Day 02 : Baltal - Amarnath - Baltal
• Day 03 : Baltal - Srinagar

Amarnath Package by Helicopter Service 2008

Day 1:  Srinagar – Sonmarg 99 Kms
On arrival at Srinagar airport you will be met by our representative and three hours drive will take you to Sonmarg. Dinner and  Overnight at Hotel.

Day 02 : Sonmarg – Baltal 15 Kms drive and Amarnath 24 Kms return
Leave very early in the morning round about 4AM and short drive to Baltal from here it will take 10 minutes Helicopter side to Amarnath Cave within two hours time you will reach back to Baltal. From here three hours drive will take you to Srinagar. Dinner and overnight at Houseboat.

Day 03 :  Srinagar
After breakfast Shikara ride on Dal Lake visiting interesting places around the lake and transfer in time to the airport to connect onwards destination flight.

02 Nights/03 Days Program	2 Pax	3-4 Pax	5-9 Pax	10-15 Pax
Double Sharing     Per Person	Rs. 17200	Rs. 15700	Rs. 15400	Rs. 15100
Triple Sharing       Per Person	Rs. 16900	Rs. 15400	Rs. 15100	Rs. 14800

Tour Cost includes :

• Transfers and transportation as per the program vehicle at disposal
• Helicopter ticket from Baltal/Amarnath/Baltal
• 01 Night at Mumtaz Palace Grp.Super Deluxe Houseboat on MAP basis
• 01 Night at Hotel Sonmarg Glacier view on MAP basis
• Service of our representative during the tour
• Rates are net and valid for the season of 2008


Terms & Conditions:
• Rates Validity : Till 30 Mar'2009.
• The Booking / Reservation shall be confirmed after the receipt of full payment in advance.
• No bookings /reservations shall be entertained below the rates specified above.
• The rates for room / Package are for two persons on twin sharing basis.
• Any additional night will be charged on pro-rata basis.
• Any upgradation to a Superior Room would be done subjected to an availability with/without extra payment.
• One Child below 5 years is free, Child 5-11 staying in the same room shall be charged 25(with/without extra bed),Child Above 12 Years is considered to be an Adult & shall be charged 35%.
• No Refund if there is no adequate snowfall (min 1.5 ft) for Skiing Packages in Gulmarg.
• Cancellation: 75% amount room rent / Package cost refunded before 20 days of arrival date at resort. 50% roomrent / package will be refunded 15 days of arrival date and 25% room rent /package will be refunded 10 days of arrival date at resort. No refund in any case for cancellation with in 5 days of arrival date at resort.
• Preponement/postponement of any booking will be treated as cancelled & liable for cancellation charges as mentioned.
• Any delay or cancellation of hotel booking on account of cancellation of flights or any other transport arrangement due to bad weather or other natural cause will be liable for cancellation charges as mentioned above.
• Resort has right to revise / suspend any tariff/ Package offered at any point of time and can refund the paid advance 10% Service Charges on Room & 12.5% on Food &Beverages is applicable.
• This confirmation is issued as irrevocable for the period specified and Guests are liable for entire period irrespective of late arrival or an early departure.
• The advance collected shall be adjusted at the time of final bill.
• Entire advance shall be forfeited if the Guests fails to check in on due date.
• All disputes shall strictly be subject to jurisdiction of Delhi courts only