Amritsar, located in the northwestern state of Punjab, is one of India's most sacred and culturally rich cities. It is best known as the spiritual and cultural center of the Sikh religion, and home to the iconic Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib).
Tips for the Day
• Wear modest, comfortable clothes. Head covering required at Golden Temple.
• Carry a water bottle and sunscreen.
• Be ready for light walking.
• Wagah ceremony can get crowded – arrive early.
• Keep government ID handy for security checks.
Cancellation Policy
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Days Before Travel
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30+ Days
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15–29 Days
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7–14 Days
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Less than 7 Days
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Cancellation Fee
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10%
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25%
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50%
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100%
Travel Guidelines
• Carry valid photo ID (Aadhaar, Passport, etc.)
• Pack light cottons and one set of warm clothes (hills)
• Respect local culture, especially at temples
• Follow COVID-19 and local safety protocols
• Stay hydrated and carry your medicines
Tour Plan
• Start your day early with a serene visit to Sri Harmandir Sahib, the holiest shrine for Sikhs.
• Walk through the Amrit Sarovar, observe the Langar (community kitchen), and marvel at the gold-plated sanctum.
• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Just a 2-minute walk from the Golden Temple.
• Visit the historic garden where hundreds of innocent Indians were massacred in 1919.
• View the preserved bullet marks and eternal flame.
• Duration: 30–45 minutes
• Walk over to the Partition Museum to explore the moving stories of India’s 1947 partition.
• Interactive exhibits, personal artifacts, and audio visuals make it a must-see.
• Duration: 1 hour
• • Try authentic Punjabi cuisine at Kesar Da Dhaba, Bharawan Da Dhaba, or Brother's Dhaba.
• Recommended: Makki di Roti, Sarson da Saag, Amritsari Kulcha, and Lassi.
• Duration: 1 hour
• Stroll through Amritsar’s vibrant market for Punjabi juttis, phulkari, papad, wadian, and more.
• Optional visit to Gobindgarh Fort (if time permits).
• Duration: 1 hour
• • • Depart for the India–Pakistan border at Wagah (approx. 32 km / 45 minutes).
• Arrive by 4:30 PM to secure a good seat for the Beating Retreat Ceremony.
• Witness the energetic and patriotic flag-lowering ceremony performed by Indian and Pakistani soldiers.
• Soak in the electrifying atmosphere and chants of “Vande Mataram” & “Bharat Mata Ki Jai”.
• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Return to your hotel or explore a dinner option nearby.
• Optionally, visit the Golden Temple again at night to see the illuminated sanctum.