Amritsar & Wagah Border Tour 2N-3D

Certainly! Here’s a detailed 2-night, 3-day travel itinerary for Amritsar and Wagah Border:

Day 1: Arrival in Amritsar

Morning:

• Arrival: Reach Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport or Amritsar Railway Station.
• Transfer: Meet your driver and transfer to your chosen hotel for check-in.
• Rest and Refresh: Unwind and freshen up after your journey.

Afternoon:

• Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib):
• Visit the iconic Golden Temple, the holiest Sikh gurdwara.
• Marvel at its magnificent architecture surrounded by the Amrit Sarovar (holy pool).
• Experience the spiritual ambiance and consider participating in the Guru ka Langar, a free communal meal.

Evening:

• Jallianwala Bagh:
• Explore the memorial garden commemorating the Jallianwala Bagh massacre of 1919.
• Pay homage at the Martyrs’ Well and the Flame of Liberty.

Night:

• Dinner: Enjoy a traditional Punjabi dinner at a local restaurant.
• Overnight Stay: Return to your hotel for overnight stay.

Day 2: Amritsar Sightseeing

Morning:

• Breakfast: Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel.
• Durgiana Temple:
• Visit the Durgiana Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Durga.
• Admire its architecture resembling the Golden Temple and participate in the daily rituals.

Afternoon:

• Local Markets:
• Explore the vibrant local markets of Amritsar.
• Shop for Punjabi juttis (traditional shoes), phulkari embroidery, handicrafts, and more.

Evening:

• Wagah Border ‘Beating Retreat Ceremony’:
• Travel to the Wagah Border, located about 28 km from Amritsar.
• Witness the electrifying ‘Beating Retreat Ceremony’ where soldiers from both India and Pakistan perform a synchronized drill and flag-lowering ceremony.

Night:

• Dinner: Have dinner at a local restaurant in Amritsar.
• Overnight Stay: Return to your hotel for overnight stay.

Day 3: Departure

Morning:

• Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
• Partition Museum:
• Visit the Partition Museum to gain insights into the tragic history of the partition of India and Pakistan in 1947.
• Explore the exhibits and stories of those affected by this historic event.

Afternoon:

• Check-out: Complete the check-out process at the hotel.
• Transfer: Depending on your departure schedule, transfer to Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport or Amritsar Railway Station.

End of Tour

This itinerary offers a mix of cultural, historical, and patriotic experiences. You can adjust the schedule based on your interests and time constraints. Enjoy your trip to Amritsar and Wagah Border!