Amritsar Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, and Wagah Border Ceremony Private Tour

1 day
Private
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About this activity
You will be picked up at your hotel in Amritsar around 09:00 AM and transported to the Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib) with your English-speaking tour guide. The Golden Temple is a prominent Sikh Gurdwara built by the fifth Sikh guru, Guru Arjan in the 16th Century. After Golden Temple, visit Jallianwala Bagh, a public garden that houses a memorial of national importance, established in 1951 to commemorate the massacre by British occupying forces.

After Jallianwala Bagh explore Hall Bazar and other local bazaars. Later enjoy your Lunch at a local restaurant. After some relaxation around 3 PM drive to Wagah Border for the evening beating retreat ceremony. Wagah border post has become famous for the ceremonial closing of gates and lowering of flags of India and Pakistan. When the ceremony reaches a crescendo, the soldiers return to the border line for the final handshake and afterwards no glance is exchanged and the gates are close. Watch the ceremony from the VIP or foreigner gallery (Indian Passport holder Not eligible for VIP Entry, they have to sit in common gallery). When the ceremony ends, you will be taken back to your hotel in Amritsar.
Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Amritsar
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Driver/local guide
  • Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Golden Temple
  • Entry/Admission - Jallianwala Bagh
  • Entry/Admission - Tempio d'Oro
Not included
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities
  • DVD (available to purchase)
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • A maximum of 8 people per booking
  • Group discount is available
  • Indian Passport holders are not eligible for VIP entry, and have to sit in the standard spectator gallery
  • Passengers must bring proof of ID
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95% Cultural
70%