Amritsar’s 2N/3D Golden Temple tour package

Golden Temple: The Heart & Soul of Punjab

The most visited place of Punjab, Amritsar is a major cultural and spiritual center of India. Apart from its iconic Golden Temple, one of the most revered shrines in India, the city is also known for the variety of food and cultural nuances of the people there. Take our well planned 2N/3D Golden Temple Tour Package and visit one of the cultural havens of India along with points of interests nearby.

Day 1 : Arrive Amritsar & Local Sightseeing

On arrival in Amritsar, we would transfer you to the hotel after completing the check in formalities. Later in the afternoon, enjoy the sightseeing tour of the region.

Golden Temple :

Our day of exploration will kick-off at Amritsar’s spiritual abode – the beautiful Golden Temple.

A detailed briefing about the wonderful edifice will be provided to you.

You can click photos here and experience the sublime feeling from the pious waters of the Amrit Sarovar (Holy Tank).

Jallianwala Bagh :

Later we will move for evening sightseeing of Jallianwala Bagh, a historical memorial where British troops shot and killed 379 unarmed Indian demonstrators in 1919.

You can roam through the memorial.

Punjabi Dinner :

Afterwards we will take you to a traditional restaurant for delicious Punjabi cuisine – try out the following:

• Amritsari Kulcha
• Butter Chicken
• Lassi

Later on we would drive you back to the hotel to stay for the night.

Day 2 : Exploring Amritsar

Today will be devoted entirely to the exploration of Amritsar.

After a healthy and delicious breakfast in the hotel, we will visit Durgiana Temple. Another ancient monument which is religiously important, Durgiana Temple or Lakshmi Narayan Temple has beautiful Rajasthan-style artwork.

Following a visit to Durgiana Temple, we will go for the Partition Museum.

A tour to Partition Museum in Amritsar helps relive the trauma of Partition of India in 1947, and the consequences that continue to shape millions of lives today.

In the afternoon we will take you to the Wagah Border, where just before sun sets you can witness Beating Retreat Ceremony; where India’s and Pakistan’s troops perform a spectacular display on the border lowering their respective national flags with military rigor to a large crowd.

At the evening, we would drop you at a local restaurant to enjoy your delicious Punjabi meal and afterwards we will take you to the hotel for the night.

Day 3 : Amritsar – Final View & Departure

After your breakfast in the hotel, we would complete the check-out formalities.

Next, we would visit Gobindgarh Fort an historical old fort where you can visit museums and gather the knowledge about the history of the city.

Lastly, you would have some time for last-minute shopping of local handicraft items like:

• Phulkari dupatta
• Amritsari Juttis
• handicraft
• sweets

before we will drive you back home.

Golden Temple Amritsar – Facts you MUST know

Amritsar’s Golden Temple (Gurudwara Sahib) is a highly celebrated tourist destination of India, an auspicious religious place for Sikh people around the world. Every year, this holy place welcomes millions of visitors from across the globe.

Facts to know before visiting the Golden Temple in Amritsar :

History of the Golden Temple

In 1581, Guru Ram Das Ji, the fourth Sikh guru founded the city of Amritsar, where the first bricks of the holy shrine were laid down by Saint Baba Buddha.

Guru Arjan Dev Ji, the fifth Sikh guru built this shrine in 1589.

During 1604, he established the Guru Granth Sahib at this site.

This place was beautifully decorated with fine quality marble stones, with golden leaf roofing on the ceiling.

Architecture of the Golden Temple

Here are some highlighted aspects of the Golden Temple’s architecture.

• Main sanctum sanctorum covered with gold leaf
• The Holy Tank(Amrit Sarovar)
• Beautiful inlay work on Marble
• stunning architectural design
• Various Hindu, Sikh and Mughal temples
• A large prayer hall, that houses countless number of people

When you visit this Golden Temple at sunrise, you will be amazed at the site but at night it looks even more amazing and enchanting.

Religious significance

Sikhism regards the Golden Temple as the most sacred site in the world.

Anyone is welcome to visit this holy place, regardless of caste, creed or religion.

In the common kitchen, known as the Langar hall, about 3,000 people are served meals every day without cost and charge; they can be of any religion.

Know before you go

While entering this holy temple, dress modestly.

• Carry a scarf or head covering.
• Wear it covering your head before entering the temple.
• Leave your shoes outside at the provided racks outside the temple.
• Before entering the shrine, rinse your feet.
• Stay calm and quite inside the premises of the temple.
• Photography inside the main temple premises is prohibited.
• You may click photos from outside the premises.