India · Religious & Spiritual

2-Day Amritsar Tour with Golden Temple and Wagah Border Ceremony

2 Days Round trip from New Delhi Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Witness the vibrant 'Retreat' ceremony at the Wagah Border between India and Pakistan
02 Visit the iconic Golden Temple, the holiest shrine of the Sikh religion, in Amritsar
03 Explore Jallianwala Bagh, a historic site commemorating the 1919 massacre
04 Discover the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum at the ruler's summer palace

Embark on a memorable 2-day tour to Amritsar with a comfortable Shatabdi Express journey from Delhi. Visit the sacred Golden Temple, the holiest shrine of the Sikh religion, explore the historic Jallianwala Bagh memorial, and witness the famous Wagah Border flag-lowering ceremony at sunset. The tour also includes a visit to the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum at his summer palace, offering insight into the region's rich heritage.

Evening: Visit the Wagah Border to witness the famous 'Retreat' ceremony at sunset.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Delhi, Amritsar

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Amritsar and Wagah Border Ceremony

07:20 Hrs: Board the Shatabdi Express from New Delhi Railway Station and enjoy tea and breakfast on board.
13:25 Hrs: Arrive at Amritsar Railway Station, where you will be met by a representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in.
Evening: Visit the Wagah Border to witness the famous 'Retreat' ceremony at sunset. This flag-lowering ceremony at the India-Pakistan border is one of the area's most popular tourist attractions.
Return to the hotel after the Wagah Border visit for an overnight stay.

Day 02

Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh and Return to Delhi

Morning: After breakfast, begin your city tour with a visit to Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple), the holiest shrine of the Sikh religion. Explore the spiritual significance of the temple, the Sarovar (holy tank), and the teachings of Sikhism.
Mid-morning: Visit Jallianwala Bagh, a memorial to the innocent lives lost during the massacre of 13 April 1919, when British General Dyer ordered fire on unarmed civilians.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon: Visit the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum, located at the summer palace of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. The museum showcases historical artifacts related to the ruler, including weapons, paintings, coins, and manuscripts.
Evening: Drop-off at Amritsar Railway Station and board the Shatabdi Express to Delhi at 17:00 Hrs.
22:50 Hrs: Arrive in Delhi, where a driver will pick you up and drop you at your location.