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Amritsar: Small Group Sightseeing Tour with Wagah Border

1. Amritsar: Small Group Sightseeing Tour with Wagah Border

Explore the magnificent sights in Amritsar under the guidance of an expert local guide. From your hotel, head first to the famous Golden Temple, one of the most vital structures and key landmarks in the city. After you offer prayers at the Golden Temple, you'll visit the Langar Hall (Community Kitchen) and witness how food is made for thousands of pilgrims who arrive daily at this sacred location. This is followed by a trip to Jallianwala Bagh where the infamous massacre took place under the troops of the British Indian Army. Afterwards, visit the only Museum dedicated to the horrific Partition of India in 1947. You will explore the different exhibitions, with both video and photographic displays providing you with the stories behind the events. Expressive paintings depicting these harrowing times are also on display in the museum. Finally, head out to the Wagah Border and visit the historic Grand Trunk Road, the only link between India and Pakistan in 1999. During the ceremony, you will watch the soldiers of India and Pakistan put on a show of sorts, with the lowering of both flags and a handshake between two nations. At the end of the ceremony, you will be dropped back to your hotel.

Private Full-Day Amritsar Tour with Beating Retreat Ceremony

2. Private Full-Day Amritsar Tour with Beating Retreat Ceremony

You will start the day with a visit to Harmandir Sahib, informally known as the Golden Temple, with an English speaking tour guide.  The Golden Temple is the holiest Sikh Gurdwara (temple) and was built in the 16th Century by the fifth Sikh guru, Guru Arjan.  Its outstanding size and beauty make it a must-see during your time in India.   After the Golden Temple you will visit Jallianwala Bagh, a public garden which houses a memorial of national importance, established in 1951 to commemorate the massacre by British occupying forces. Next, you will explore the famous Hall Bazaar.  Here you can find local handicrafts, clothes, shoes and more.  It's the perfect place to pick up some souvenirs from your trip.  After the bazaar, you will stop for lunch at a local restaurant or hotel and spend some time relaxing in the hotel afterwards. After this you will drive to Wagah border for the evening Indo – Pak parade ceremony.  Wagah border post, about 29 kilometers from Amritsar on the Grand Trunk, has become famous for the ceremonial closing of gates and lowering of flags of India and Pakistan. Border Security Force and Pakistani Rangers march towards the gates from their respective sides. After the gate is thrown open, the soldiers salute each other and start lowering the flags. The flags are carefully folded and carried back. The ceremony reaches a crescendo with the soldiers return to the border line for the final handshake. Once done, no glance is exchanged and the gates are slammed close. The blowing of the bugle marks the end of the ceremony. As the ceremony climbs to its apogee, cries of Jai Hind and Pakistan Zindabad render in the air. You will watch ceremony from the VIP gallery and you will be dropped of at your hotel after the ceremony.

Amritsar: Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh Private Tour

3. Amritsar: Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh Private Tour

Explore the historical Amritsar on this private guided tour. Admire the Golden Temple, the holiest shrine of the Sikh religion, and visit the Wagah Border, marking the dividing line between Pakistan and India. Start your trip with a pickup from your accommodation in Amritsar to begin your adventure. Relax and enjoy the ride as you drive to explore. First, you will explore the famous Golden Temple, considered the spiritual center of the Sikh religion. Admire this 16th-century temple which represents the brotherhood of human beings and equality, built by Guru Arjun. Wander inside the Golden Temple, where you will meet a Sikh community kitchen, the world's largest, and see them hard at work. Next, head to the Jallianwala Bagh Memorial, a holy place in Amritsar with a deep historical connection to India. Walk through the lush gardens and listen as your guide tells you the tragic story of the 1919 massacre, in which around 1,000 civilians died. Feeling hungry? No worries, you will stop for a lunch break. Walk around and grab a bite to eat or enjoy your packed lunch if you have brought one. Continue your tour to the famous Wagah Border, where you will see the lowering of the Indian and Pakistan flags and changing of guards; this ceremony takes place every day. End the day on a high as you get a lift back to your accommodation in Amritsar.

Spiritual and Cultural walk of Amritsar

4. Spiritual and Cultural walk of Amritsar

Walk the historic and spiritual streets of Amritsar with your local guide. Start your tour with a hotel pick-up to reach the starting point. Visit the Saragarhi Memorial Gurudwara, Learn about the Battle of Saragarhi that was fought between the British Indian Army and Afghan Orakzai tribesmen. Let your guide explain about the Battle of Saragarhi that has last gone down in history as one of the most fierce last-stands executed in battle. Next walk the streets of Amritsar while your guide briefs you about the local culture of Amritsar. Enjoy the local street snacks like Jalebi’s, Amritsari Kulcha and lassi. Next Visit the Jallianwala Bagh to witness the massacre created by General Dyer. Then walk to our final destination, The Golden Temple. It is the holiest Gurudwara of Sikhism, located in the city of Amritsar. Amritsar (literally, the tank of nectar of immortality) was founded in 1577 by the fourth Sikh guru, Guru Ram Das. The present-day Gurudwara was rebuilt in 1764 by Jassa Singh Ahluwalia with the help of other Sikh Misls. In the early nineteenth century, Maharaja Ranjit Singh secured the Punjab region from outside attack and covered the upper floors of the Gurudwara with gold, which gives it its distinctive appearance and its English name. Your guide will give you more knowledge about Sikh religion, its history and people. After your visit to the The Golden Temple, your tour ends.

Amritsar full day tour of Golden Temple and Wagah Border

5. Amritsar full day tour of Golden Temple and Wagah Border

Our representative will pick you up from your hotel around 9 AM. First off, you’ll be escorted to the Golden Temple also known as Gurudwara Sri Harmandir Sahib. Listen about this sacred site from your guide. See the remnants of the past at the temple's central museum. Enjoy the food served at Langar Hall. Enter the world’s biggest community kitchen and get familiar with the Langar facility, free food for all service that feeds around 75000 people every day. Find your moment of peace while sitting beside the holy pond. Next, relish some local cuisines at lunchtime. Then head for Indo-Pak Wagah Border by 3 PM and watch an energy-gushing beating retreat ceremony where soldiers from both India and Pakistan showcase a blustering parade. By the end of the ceremony, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel.

From Delhi: 2-Day Amritsar Golden Temple & Wagah Border Tour

6. From Delhi: 2-Day Amritsar Golden Temple & Wagah Border Tour

Enjoy 2 days in the magnificent city of Amritsar, where you will visit its famous Golden Temple. Head out to the Wagah border to view the unique Beating Retreat Ceremony. Learn from your local guides about the historical and cultural importance of the sites you visit throughout your tour.  Day 1: Delhi – Amritsar Get picked up in New Delhi, early in the morning, and leave for Amritsar either via train or air, depending on the option you have chosen. Upon arrival at Amritsar, your driver will take you to hotel, where you will have the opportunity to freshen up before your professional guide arrives to take you to the Wagah border. Wagah is where India and Pakistan were divided in 1947, and today you will witness a patriotic and theatrical flagging ceremony performed by both Indian and Pakistani border guards as the border formally closes for the day.  Day 2: Amritsar – Delhi After breakfast at the hotel get ready to visit the Golden Temple with your guide. On your way, pass by a market, where you can admire traditional Sikh arts and crafts. Marvel at the beautiful architecture of the 16th century Golden Temple complex, also known as Harmandir Sahib, which is the Sikhs' most important pilgrimage site. Observe the daily ritual of preparing and distributing food to 1000 visitors regardless of faith and background.  Then, go with your guide to Jallianwala Bagh, a historic garden, but more known as the site of a horrific massacre in 1919. Learn from your guide what lead to this tragic event taking place and its context in the time of British rule in India. After, your guide will take you to the train station or airport for departure back to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be met by a driver, who will drop you at your hotel or any desired location in Delhi.

Dharamshala Dalhousie Tour from Amritsar

7. Dharamshala Dalhousie Tour from Amritsar

Day 01: Amritsar - Dalhousie We will receive you from Amritsar hotel/ airport and your drive starts for Dalhousie which is around 200 km and you need minimum 4 to 5 hours to reach there. Dalhousie is the most famous tourists place in Himachal Pradesh famous for the colonial era, churches, and snow capped mountains. Evening visit the Famous churches and some Scottish architecture famous in Dalhousie. Stay overnight at hotel. Day 02: Dalhousie - Khajjiar-Dalhousie After breakfast you will head towards the popular place of Khajjiar which is located on the distance of 1 hour. This natural place is also known for its pristine beauty green grass land and big mountains and pine trees in the back drop. Also visit the sathdhara falls, Panchpula where five streams of water connect with each other and the Ajit singh smarak. Return back to your hotel in Dalhousie. Stay overnight at hotel. Day 03: Dalhousie - Dharamshala This day after breakfast your will be driven towards for Dharamshala which is 120 km and it takes three and half hour to reach as you are driving down to the mountain ranges. Dharamshala is a world famous town known for its Buddhist culture, monasteries and Buddhist temples. In the evening stroll through the monasteries and Dharamshala stadium. Stay overnight at hotel. Day 04: Dharamshala In the morning visit the Bhagsunath temple and Bhagsunath Lake which is the ancient stops of this town. Then after you will head to Mc leodganj where you will visit Dalai lama house and monasteries, Dal lake and tibbet market famous for shopping. Stay overnight at hotel. Day 05: Dharamshala-Amritsar After the healthy breakfast you will be driven back to Amritsar which is 210 kilometer from Dharamshala. Upon reaching Amritsar we will drop you to your hotel/ airport.

From Delhi: 2-Day Amritsar Golden Temple & Wagah Border Tour

8. From Delhi: 2-Day Amritsar Golden Temple & Wagah Border Tour

Day 1 New Delhi To Amritsar Via Super-fast Train Enjoy 2 days in the magnificent city of Amritsar, where you will visit its famous Golden Temple. Head out to the Wagah border to view the unique Beating Retreat Ceremony. Learn from your local guides about the historical and cultural importance of the sites you visit throughout your tour. Get picked up in New Delhi, early in the morning, and Catch your Super Fast Train From New Delhi To Amritsar , Upon arrival at Amritsar, your driver will take you to hotel, where you will have the opportunity to freshen up before your professional guide arrives to take you to the Wagah border. Wagah is where India and Pakistan were divided in 1947, and today you will witness a patriotic and theatrical flagging ceremony performed by both Indian and Pakistani border guards as the border formally closes for the day. Day 2 Amritsar To Delhi After breakfast at the hotel get ready to visit the Golden Temple with your guide. On your way, pass by a market, where you can admire traditional Sikh arts and crafts. Marvel at the beautiful architecture of the 16th century Golden Temple complex, also known as Harmandir Sahib, which is the Sikhs' most important pilgrimage site. Observe the daily ritual of preparing and distributing food to 1000 visitors regardless of faith and background. Then, go with your guide to Jallianwala Bagh, a historic garden, but more known as the site of a horrific massacre in 1919. Learn from your guide what lead to this tragic event taking place and its context in the time of British rule in India. After, your guide will take you to the train station or airport for departure back to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be met by a driver, who will drop you at your hotel or any desired location in Delhi.

Amritsar: Half-Day Golden City Tour Activities

9. Amritsar: Half-Day Golden City Tour Activities

Start your tour with pick-up from your hotel. After your guide briefs you on your tour, you will ride a tuk-tuk or rickshaw to your first destination, Jallianwala Bagh, a memorial for the massacre by General Dyer that killed more than 1000 people back in 1919. Next, visit the Saragarhi Memorial Gurudwara and learn about the Battle of Saragarhi that was fought between the British Indian Army and Afghan Orakzai tribesmen. Let your guide tell you about the Battle of Saragarhi that has gone down in history as one of the most fierce last-stands executed in battle. Walk through the local streets of Amritsar to visit the Golden Temple. It is the holiest Gurudwara of Sikhism, located in the city of Amritsar. Amritsar (literally, the tank of nectar of immortality) was founded in 1577 by the fourth Sikh guru, Guru Ram Das. The present-day gurdwara was rebuilt in 1764 by Jassa Singh Ahluwalia with the help of other Sikh Misls. In the early nineteenth century, Maharaja Ranjit Singh secured the Punjab region from outside attack and covered the upper floors of the gurdwara with gold, which gives it its distinctive appearance and its English name. Afterwards, visit the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum, who was the founder of the Sikh Empire. Prior to his rise, the Punjab region had numerous warring misls (confederacies), twelve of which were under Sikh rulers and one ruled by a Muslim. Ranjit Singh successfully absorbed and united the Sikh misls and took over other local kingdoms to create the Sikh Empire. He repeatedly defeated the invasions by Muslim armies, particularly those arriving from Afghanistan and established friendly relations with the British. You will learn more about the Maharaja’s life by visiting the museum. End your tour with famous Amritsari kulcha and chilled lassi at a local eating spot, famous for its snacks. You will head back to the Golden Temple where your tour ends, from where you are free to explore the city on your own.

Amritsar Heritage Walking Tour

10. Amritsar Heritage Walking Tour

Combine a tour of Amritsar with a visit out to the Pakistan border with this private tour. You'll visit the Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, and the Durgiana Temple during the day, with a break to relax, eat, or freshen up at your hotel. Your driver will return before sunset to take you to the border at Wagah to watch the evening flag retreat ceremony, known for its grandiose choreography. Combine a.n Amritsar tour with a Wagah border excursion. Visit the Wagah Border and witness the elaborate flag-lowering ceremony that marks the boundary between India and Pakistan. Immerse yourself in the rich history and heritage of Amritsar, and experience its spiritual and cultural essence.

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What a great day. Visiting the Golden temple is a must and our guide made it both informative, enjoyable and personally. The tour of the kitchens was great. I do recommend this trip.

The experience was amazing and the guide was very friendly and helpful