Private 2 day tour from Delhi to Golden Temple Amritsar by Car
This immersive culture tour is organised over 2 days by road from Delhi. The experience commences with a drama at the international border between India and Pakistan. You will witness the Beating Retreat Ceremony is about closing of the gates and the lowering of the flags of both the countries. The highlight of the tour is a visit to the most famous Sikh temple, Sri Harimandir Sahib which is popularly called the Golden Temple.
We will also visit a langar or public kitchen of the Gurudwara. The langar here serves free hot meals daily to 50000-100000 people.
The last experience in the tour is at Jallianwala Bagh, the site of the most barbarous act by the British during the colonial time
ItineraryDay 1: Wagah Border between India and PakistanStop At: Attari-Wagah Border Attari, Amritsar 143001 India
6 AM– Depart from Delhi and drive to Amritsar to reach by 2PM
3 PM– Drama at the border between India and Pakistan
We leave for Wagah Border the boundary between India Pakistan. We will get to see the closing of the India-Pakistan border gate in the evening. The Beating Retreat Ceremony is about closing of the gates and the lowering of the flags of both the countries. We will witness soldiers from both Indian and Pakistani march towards the gates and after the gates are open, they salute each other. The ceremony concludes with the soldiers returning to the border line for a handshake. The bugle blow brings an end to this spectacular border drama.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Amritsar
Day 2: Golden TempleStop At: Golden Temple Road Atta Mandi, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar 143001 India
The Golden Temple tour takes us to Sri Harimandir Sahib which is not only a central religious place of the Sikhs, but also a symbol of human brotherhood and equality. The temple follows a unique Sikh architecture. The fact that it is built at a level lower than the surrounding lands, teaches the lesson of egalitarianism and humility. The four entrances of this holy shrine from all four directions, signify that people belonging to every walk of life are equally welcome.
After the Golden Temple tour, we will also visit a langar or public kitchen of the Gurudwara. The langar here serves free hot meals daily to 50000-100000 people.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jallianwala Bagh, Golden Temple Rd, Jallan Wala Bagh, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar, Amritsar Cantt., Punjab 143006, India
We will visit the site of the most barbarous act by the British during the colonial time. On April 13, 1919, 20,000 people comprising Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs had gathered at the Jallianwala Bagh in answer to Mahatma Gandhi’s call for public non-violent protest against the Rowlatt Act. General Dyer marched to the venue with 50 soldiers and fired 1600 rounds and killed thousands of peaceful protestors.
1PM-Depart from Amritsar and drive to Delhi
830PM- Arrive in Delhi
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women."
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"
Hora de Inicio:
06:00 AM
Duración: 2 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up from hotels in Delhi and Gurgaon
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
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