Golden Temple & Wagah Border - A 3 Day Excursion To Amritsar From Delhi By Train | La Vacanza Travel

Golden Temple & Wagah Border - A 3 Day Excursion To Amritsar From Delhi By Train

Duration: 3 days
Destination: India, National Capital Territory of Delhi, New Delhi
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  • 3 days
  • New Delhi
  • E-Voucher
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  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Your three day tour starts in Delhi and includes a round trip train journey to Amritsar, the cultural capital of India’s north-western state, Punjab. It is the holiest city for the Sikh faith and located approximately 17 miles from the Pakistan border. The city is frequented by devotees, international visitors and the Sikh diaspora from around the world. You will visit the spectacular Golden Temple, one of India’s most serene sites. You will visit the Jallianwala Bagh, site of an infamous massacre. The tour will include the famous patriotic revelry at the Wagah Border between India and Pakistan.

Highlights
• Wagah Border
• Sikh Palki Ceremony.
• Harmandir Sahib ( Golden Temple )
• Jallianwala Bagh
• Old City Bazaar

Itinerary

Day 1: Day 01 : Delhi / Amritsar ( By Train ) - Wagah Border Excursion

Stop At: Attari-Wagah Border Attari, Amritsar 143001 India
Early morning, you will be met and transferred to the New Delhi Railway Station to board your train for Amritsar by Amritsar Shatabdi Express. Upon arrival in Amritsar, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, you will head for the Wagah Border between India and Pakistan. You will watch the ceremony that marks the closing of the Indo-Pakistan border gates every evening. Experience the Beating Retreat Ceremony with the ceremonial closing of the gates and the lowering of the flags of India and Pakistan. After the gates are open, the soldiers salute each other and start lowering their flags. The ceremony reaches a crescendo with the soldiers returning to the border line for the final handshake. The bugle blow marks the end of the ceremony. After the ceremony you will be driven back to Amritsar’s Golden Temple for the evening Sikh Palki Ceremony.
Overnight stay: Hotel Shiraz Regency (Luxury) (B)

Kindly Note : Hotel check in time 1400 Hours
Duration: 3 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay: Hotel Shiraz Regency (Luxury)

Day 2: Amritsar Full Day City Tour

Stop At: Golden Temple Road Atta Mandi, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar 143001 India
Today you will visit the Harmandir Sahib, famously known as the Golden Temple, the most sacred place for Sikhs in the world. The gardens are verdant, well-manicured and blooming with color. It’s hard to imagine that this beautiful place once was the scene of such a tragedy. Later, you will enjoy time in the old city bazaar. You will proceed to Qila Ahluwalia and Jalebiwala Chowk - home to some of the most famed jalebi (sweets) shops and other eateries in Amritsar. Admire the food presentations and local delicacies in this part of town. Following, we’ll wander through busy bazaars selling a mix of Fulkari textiles, colorful turbans, hair accessories, antiques, and more. Strolling through, we’ll soon reach the chitta akharas, 250-year-old hostels for spiritual seekers and saints. From there, we’ll head to a local turban shop and you will learn the tricks and techniques for tying a 9 foot turban.

Overnight stay: Hotel Shiraz Regency (Luxury) (B)
Duration: 7 hours

Meals included:

Accommodation included: Overnight stay: Hotel Shiraz Regency (Luxury) (B)

Day 3: Day 03: Amritsar / Delhi (By Train )

Stop At: Amritsar, Amritsar, Amritsar District, Punjab
After breakfast, your day is at leisure. In the afternoon, check out of your hotel and you will be transferred to Amritsar Railway Station to board your train for Delhi, the Swarna Shatabdi Express. Upon arrival in New Delhi, you will be transferred to your Hotel. (B)

Kindly Note : Hotel check out time 1200 Hours
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:

No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions
  • 02 nights accommodation
  • Professional English Speaking Local Guide.
  • Wagah Border Excursion
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pick-up / drop off
  • A/C Chair Car in Shatabdi Express ( Delhi – Amritsar – Delhi)
  • 02 bottles of mineral water per person per day
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • 2x Breakfast
  • Accommodation included: 2 nights
  • Entry/Admission - Wagah Border
  • Entry/Admission - Golden Temple

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Any accommodation in Delhi.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Pickup reconfirmation is required upon booking
  • Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Departure Point

New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
Traveler pickup is offered

Airports

  • Indira Gandhi Intl Airport, New Delhi, New Delhi 110037 India


Ports

  • Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi Airport), Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India


Departure Time

06:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

3 days


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