Today Morning after breakfast check out early and drive to Amritsar.
Amritsar : the city was built in 1577. The city is home to one of the holiest Sikh Shrines called Golden Temple, a memorial of national importance known as Jallianwala Bagh, and the Partition Museum that’ll remind you of the post-partition riots. The Gobindgarh Fort and Rambagh, built by Maharaja Ranjit Singh are also among the jewels of the city.
On arrival in Amritsar, drive to Attari Wagah Border (31 kms from Amritsar) to witness the prestigious and awe-inspiring ‘Lowering of the Flags’ ceremony before closing the Border gates at the time of sunset.
Later visit Jallianwala Bagh : Jallianwala Bagh has the most tragic yet landmark events in the history of India where many people were massacred by East Indian Company during Revolution time. The walls are spotted with bullet marks and holes telling you the story of the disaster that took place, back on 13th April 1919. The park has information plaques at places to help you know the historical importance of each spot there
Timings : 6:30 am – 7:30 pm
No Entry fee
Gobindgarh Fort : The very symbol of Punjab has an aspiring story.
You will then return to the hotel in the evening for overnight stay. This magnificent heritage site has a glorious history of its own. Right from the era of Bhangi Misl – 257 years old to the time of Maharaja Ranjit Singh to the British East India Company to the Indian Army to now the people of Punjab. Discover the grand stories, the history of the past.
Timings : 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sound & Light show : After sunset.
Golden Temple : This architectural marvel is only a small part of this huge gurudwara complex, known to Sikhs as Harmandir Sahib (or Darbar Sahib). The temple sits on a rectangular platform, surrounded by a pool of water called the Amrit Sarovar, from which the city received its name. The Guru Granth Sahib (Holy book of Sikhs) is installed in the temple every morning, and returned at night to the Akal Takhat, the temporal seat of the Khalsa brotherhood. With the support of Hukam Singh Chimni and Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the temple was decorated with the stunning gold and marble work that continues to inspire awe in admirers from all over the world today. The beauty of Golden temple is at is best during sunrise and after sunset when the temple is lit up.
Timings : 3:00 am – 10:00 pm all days
No entry fee
(note : If one wants they can be a part of Langar seva or can have langar Prasad at the gurudwara in the morning).
Return to the hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Amritsar.