Festival in Punjab

Punjab is located on the north-western edge of India, surrounded by states like Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana, Rajasthan and Pakistan. The Punjab has many fairs and festivals which are organised throughout the year. These colourful fairs and festivals are full of messages and are linked with Punjab's culture. Punjab is known to the world for the exuberant spirit and grand lifestyle. It is a land of bright hues, happy music and welcoming smiles. Deriving its name from five full-bodied rivers–Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, Jhelum, and Chenab–which flow through its vast plains, Punjab is representative of abundant things. The rich state of Punjab is blessed with rivers and topography that supports farming and agriculture.

Festivals of Punjab are the best time to experience the vibrancy of their culture in its grandest manifestation. People wear the best of their costumes, prepare traditional Punjabi cuisines and exchange them with friends and families.  Local music and Bhangra dance reflects the cultural identity of the state. Apart from the fairs and festivals that are celebrated all over India, there are number of other fairs and festivals, including the Gurudwara/Temples fairs in nearly every region that are of great significance to Punjab.

 

Punjab Festival Calender

 

Name Of Festival	Place	2020	2021	2022
Lohri	All over Punjab and Chandigarh	13 January	13 January	13 January
Hola Mohalla	Anandpur Sahib	For 3 days after Holi	For 3 days after Holi	For 3 days after Holi
Baisakhi	All over Punjab and Chandigarh	13 April	13 April	13 April
Teeyan/Teej	All over Punjab and Chandigarh	Beginning August	Beginning August	Beginning August
Diwali	Amritsar	Oct / Nov	Oct / Nov	Oct / Nov
Gurupurab	All over Punjab and Chandigarh	30 Nov / Full moon night after Diwali	Full moon night after Diwali	Full moon night after Diwali

 

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Lohri Festival

 

Name of the Festival         : Lohri Festival

Date                                      : December/January
Place                                     : All over Punjab
Duration                              : 01 day
Special Attraction               : Bonfire and the folk songs and danced that take place around the fire

 

Lohri is essentially a festival dedicated to fire and Sun God. Which comes on the last day of Poh (December-January). Lohri marks the end of winter for Punjabis. It is the time when the sun moves towards the north and brings warmth to the earth. Its celebration is a way of welcoming longer and warmer days in Punjab. A few days before it arrives children get together in groups and go round their localities singing folk-songs collecting money and material for the celebration or bonfire.

This is celebrated all over Punjab . Lohri is traditionally associated with the harvest of the rabi crops. People take peanuts, rewri, flour, butter and various food items to places of religious worship to thank God for a good harvest. A key feature of Lohri is the bonfire, signifying the return of warmer days. There is puja that symbolises a prayer to Agni, the spark of life, for abundant crops and prosperity.  People gather around the bonfire and throw sweets (gachak and rewri), popcorn into it and sing folk songs and dance. Traditional foods and local delicacies are prepared and served for dinner. The first Lohri for a new bride, or a new-born babe, is enthusiastically celebrated, and sweets are distributed.

Outline Itinerary :

Day 01) Delhi - Amritsar (Flight/ Train ) / o/n hotel

Day 02) Amritsar Local Sight Seeing.

Day 03) Village visit with Lohri Festival celebration.

Day 04) Amritsar –Delhi Train /flight

RATES

Category	Hotels	Min 02 Pax	Min 04 Pax	Min 06 Pax
Standard		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.
Deluxe		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.  Rs.
Super Deluxe		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.  Rs.
Luxury		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.

QUOTATION INCLUDES:

• Above rates are based on per person basis
• Accommodation in mentioned or similar category hotels on double/twin sharing basis
• All breakfasts and Dinners
• All transport by air conditioned Vehicle (02-03 Pax in Toyota Etios Car, 04-06 in Toyota Innova) as required in the tour programme
• All Toll taxes, parking fee, state taxes and drivers allowances

 

QUOTATION EXCLUDES:

• Airfare/Train fare/Bus fare
• Any other meals
• Any expenditure of personal nature such as telephone calls, laundry, mini bar or drinks during meals, tips to driver, guide, helper, etc.
• Any kind of Insurance and medical evacuation
• Any Hotel before starts and after tour ends
• Guides and Monuments Fees
• All other than those listed in inclusive
• GST

We can provide you all other travel services before tour starts and ends

Detail Itinerary :

Day 01) Delhi - Amritsar (Flight/ Train ) / o/n hotel

Arrival Amritsar Airport, welcome, assistance and transfer to hotel .

The word Amritsar means the holy pool of nectar (the drink of the gods). 1573 Work began on digging the holy pool. 1601 Harmandir Sahib completed. 1604 Guru Granth Sahib installed. Alongside people representing 52 professions settled. In Maharaja Ranjit Singh's time Amritsar had superceded Lahore as the pre-eminent city of the Orient.

Day 02) Amritsar Local Sight Seeing with Night Palki ceremonay at Golden Temple.

Morning depart for sightseeing of Amritsar visiting famous Golden Temple, Jallinawala Bag and afternoon . Wagha Boarder visit  and night palki ceremony Overnight in the hotel.

Golden Temple: The Golden Temple or 'Hari Mandir', situated in Amritsar, Punjab, is the most sacred temple of the Sikhs. The site of the temple was sacred to the Sikhs since the time of the 4th guru, Ram Das. It is a symbol of the magnificence and strength of the Sikh people all over the world.  All Sikh people try to make a visit to the temple and take bath in holy tank of the temple. 

Jallianwala Bagh : Martyrs' Memorial built in the shape of eternal flame of liberty is situated on the outskirts of Golden Temple. Here, about 1500 to 2000 persons who were attending a peaceful meeting during the freedom movement fell under the bullets of the British General Dyer, on April 13, 1919. The British Queen Elizabeth II and her husband laid a wreath at the Memorial on 14 Oct.' 1997.  

Wagha Boarder: just 28 Kms from Amritsar, separated from Attari in Pakistan by thin ribbon of road. Each evening as buglers sound the post, two splendidly uniformed guards on either side of the boarder goose step across to the flagpoles to lower their respective national flags. Their steps are matched so perfectly that it is like watching a mirror image of the same exercise. The Ceremony which attracts crowds of spectators on both sides is poignant reminder of the partition of 1947 when Punjap was divided between two nations.

Night Ceremony at Golden Temple: Every night, the Granth Sahib is carried in procession along this bridge to its "bed" in the Akal Takht, the seat of the Sikh parliament (built 1609). Called the Palki Sahib, this nightly ceremony provides a chance for all male pilgrims and visitors to actively participate in the veneration of the Holy Book. Lines form in front of and behind the heavy palanquin and each man shoulders the burden for a few seconds before passing it along, forming a human conveyer belt that allows everyone to participate and everyone to rest. The ceremony usually takes place at 11pm in summer at 9:30pm in winter.

Day 03) Village visit with Lohri Festival celebration.

Day 04) Amritsar –Delhi Train /flight

Departure transfer to Amritsar airport/ train station and board your train/flight to Delhi

Tour Ends but Memories Remains – Always

(The date of the festivals may change due to unpredictable reasons so it is suggested to reconfirm the date before booking your trip)

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Hola Mohalla Festival

 

Name of the Festival          : Hola Mohalla Festival

Date                                      : March (After Holi for 03 days)
Place                                     : Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib, Anandpur Sahib
Duration                              : 03 days
Special Attraction               : Arts, swordsmanship, archery and horse-riding displays, huge procession  (nagar Kirtan), Langars.

Hola Mohalla is actually an annual fair that is organised in a large scale at Anandpur Sahib in Punjab. The ancient Sikh festival of Holla Mohalla falls on the first lunar day of chet month of Nanakshahi calender which is clashed with the month of March according to English calendar, the day after Holi.  Hola is derived from the word 'halla' (a military charge) and the term 'mohalla' stands for an organized procession or an army column. The words 'Hola Mohalla' would thus stand for 'the charge of an army. This festival was initiated by Guru Gobind Singh Ji, in 1757; the tenth Guru Govind Singh reformed the Holi festival of colour and happiness, with the purpose to strengthen the physical and muscular power of his Sikh community. He restored the Khalsa (military order) traditions and the essence of the festival, resulting in Holla Mohalla. Thus mock battles, Gatka etc. are arranged along with Kirtans and other religious speeches of Sikhism..

Daytime is for prayers, veneration of the last guru's scripture, kirtan devotional chanting, and consecration and consumption of the Prasad offering. Later come martial arts, swordsmanship, archery and horse-riding displays by the Nahib Sikh army, dressed in blue or saffron robes and splendid turbans.

The celebrations include displays of bravery and military prowess by the Nihang Sikhs involving traditional war techniques and animals. The festival is celebrated for three consecutive days, in which members of Sikh community display their physical strength by performing dare-devil acts like bareback horse-riding, standing erect on two speeding horses, Gatka (mock encounters), tent pegging etc.

This is followed by music and poetry competition to lighten the charged up atmosphere. A number of durbars are also held where Sri Guru Granth Sahib is present and kirtan and religious lectures take place. This helps strengthening the soul of community. On the last day of this grand festival, a huge procession (nagar Kirtan) passes from the town, initiating from and terminating to Takht Keshgarh Sahib. This procession is led by Panj pyara, and passes through various important gurdwaras like Qila Anandgarh, Lohgarh Sahib, Mata Jitoji and terminates at the Takth. For people visiting Anandpur Sahib, langars (voluntary community kitchens) are organized by the local people as a part of sewa (community service). Raw materials like wheat flour, rice, vegetables, milk and sugar is provided by the villagers living nearby. Women volunteer to cook and others take part in cleaning the utensils. Traditional cuisine is served to the pilgrims who eat while sitting in rows on the ground. You should also listen out for dramatic recitals of the ten gurus' wisdom, music, dance and poetry, which take place around town.

Highlights :

Day 01) Kirtan, Religious speeches music and poetry competition.

Day 02) Kirtan, martial arts, swordsmanship, archery and horse-riding displays by the Nahib Sikh army, dressed in blue or saffron robes and splendid turbans. , huge procession (nagar Kirtan) passes from the town This procession is led by Panj pyara,  Prasad offering.

Day 03) Kirtan, Religious speeches, music and poetry competition, Langar, Prasad offering

Outline Itinerary :

Day 01) Delhi – Chandigarh Train/Flight + drive to  – Anandpur Sahib / 70 Km / 01.30 hrs drive

Day 02,03,04) Full day in Anandpur Sahib with some local sight seeing tours

Day 05) Anandpur Sahib – Amritsar drive 180 Km/ 04  \hrs drive

Day 06) Amritsar Local Sight Seeing with Night Palki ceremony at Golden Temple.

Day 07) Amritsar –Delhi Train /flight

 

RATES

Category	Hotels	Min 02 Pax	Min 04 Pax	Min 06 Pax
Standard		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.
Deluxe		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.  Rs.
Super Deluxe		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.  Rs.
Luxury		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.

QUOTATION INCLUDES:

• Above rates are based on per person basis
• Accommodation in mentioned or similar category hotels on double/twin sharing basis
• All breakfasts and Dinners
• All transport by air conditioned Vehicle (02-03 Pax in Toyota Etios Car, 04-06 in Toyota Innova) as required in the tour programme
• All Toll taxes, parking fee, state taxes and drivers allowances

 

QUOTATION EXCLUDES:

• Airfare/Train fare/Bus fare
• Any other meals
• Any expenditure of personal nature such as telephone calls, laundry, mini bar or drinks during meals, tips to driver, guide, helper, etc.
• Any kind of Insurance and medical evacuation
• Any Hotel before starts and after tour ends
• Guides and Monuments Fees
• All other than those listed in inclusive
• GST

We can provide you all other travel services before tour starts and ends

 

Detail Itinerary :

 

Day 01) Delhi – Chandigarh Train/Flight + drive to  – Anandpur Sahib / 70 Km / 01.30 hrs drive

Arrive Chandigarh by train / flight and drive to Anandpur Sahib

Anandpur Sahib is a city in Rupnagar district (Ropar, Punjab), Located near the Sutlej River, the city is one of the most sacred places in Sikhism, being the place where the last two Sikh Gurus lived, Guru Teg Bahadur Ji and Guru Gobind Singh Ji. this is the place where Guru Gobind Singh Ji founded the Khalsa Panth in 1699. The city is home to Kesgarh Sahib Gurdwara, one of the five Takhts in Sikhism.

The city is a pilgrimage site in Sikhism. It is the venue of the largest annual Sikh gathering and festivities during Hola Mohalla in the spring season.

Day 02,03,04) Full day in Anandpur Sahib with some local sight seeing tours

Gurudwara Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib: This is the principal Sikh temple in the town. It marks the birthplace of Khalsa and one of the five religious authorities (Five Takhts) of Sikhism. Standing on a hillock, the present complex was built between 1936 and 1944.

This is the historic site where, on the day of Baisakhi in 1699, Guru Gobind Singh initiated his followers into the order of the Khalsa (Sikh nation). Legend maintains that the Guru requested those present to volunteer their heads to him. When five brave men, now known as the Panj Piare (five beloved), came forward to lay down their lives, the Guru instead baptised them with amrit (holy water). The Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib, re-built in the 20th century, contains the sanctum sanctorum where the belongings of Guru Gobind Singh – a khanda, a dagger and several spears – are preserved.

Anandpur Sahib Fort : Anandpur Sahib, the town where the Khalsa was founded, was established by Guru Teg Bahadur on the banks of River Sutlej. It was once fortified by five majestic forts. Of these, the main fort built in red brick by Guru Gobind Singh, is still standing. A subterranean well inside the fort, accessed by a sharp flight of stairs, is an intriguing feature of its architecture. It is here that the annual Hola Mohalla festival is held.

Guru Teg Bahadur Musuem : The Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Museum was built in 1983 in commemoration of the third centenary of the Guru’s martyrdom. Located near Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib, the museum’s architecture reflects that of the gurdwara. A large collection of paintings, narrating the history of the Sikhs, including depictions from Guru Tegh Bahadur’s life, is displayed here.

Timings: 10am – 5pm (Tues-Sun) / Closed: Monday / Entry: Free

Khalsa Heritage Centre : The Virasat–e-Khalsa in Anandpur Sahib was begun in 1999 to commemorate the third centenary of the founding of the Khalsa Panth (Sikh nation) by Guru Gobind Singh. Spread across a generous 6,500 sq m, the recently opened Viraasat-e-Khalsa museum tells a memorable story of both Punjab and Sikhism, using hand-crafted artefacts and the latest technology. Designed by acclaimed architect Moshe Safdie, this story-telling repository is the first of its scale in the world, and has been envisioned as the world’s largest cultural and historical museum dedicated to a single community. Conceived as two functionally integrated sets of buildings, the Western complex, forming the gateway for the town provides pedestrian access to the Eastern complex over a 165-metre bridge. A series of reflecting pools create an expansive water body between the two complexes with arcaded walkways and gardens on either side. Public facilities and a cafeteria are located at the base of the bridge. Timings : 10 am-05 pm (Tues-Sun) / Closed : Monday / Entry: Free.

Day 05) Anandpur Sahib – Amritsar drive 180 Km/ 04  hrs drive

Drive to Amritsar

The word Amritsar means the holy pool of nectar (the drink of the gods). 1573 Work began on digging the holy pool. 1601 Harmandir Sahib completed. 1604 Guru Granth Sahib installed. Alongside people representing 52 professions settled. In Maharaja Ranjit Singh's time Amritsar had superceded Lahore as the pre-eminent city of the Orient.

 

Day 06) Amritsar Local Sight Seeing with Night Palki ceremonay at Golden Temple.

Morning depart for sightseeing of Amritsar visiting famous Golden Temple, Jallinawala Bag and afternoon . Wagha Boarder visit  and night palki ceremony Overnight in the hotel.

Golden Temple: The Golden Temple or 'Hari Mandir', situated in Amritsar, Punjab, is the most sacred temple of the Sikhs. The site of the temple was sacred to the Sikhs since the time of the 4th guru, Ram Das. It is a symbol of the magnificence and strength of the Sikh people all over the world.  All Sikh people try to make a visit to the temple and take bath in holy tank of the temple. 

Jallianwala Bagh : Martyrs' Memorial built in the shape of eternal flame of liberty is situated on the outskirts of Golden Temple. Here, about 1500 to 2000 persons who were attending a peaceful meeting during the freedom movement fell under the bullets of the British General Dyer, on April 13, 1919. The British Queen Elizabeth II and her husband laid a wreath at the Memorial on 14 Oct.' 1997.  

Wagha Boarder: just 28 Kms from Amritsar, separated from Attari in Pakistan by thin ribbon of road. Each evening as buglers sound the post, two splendidly uniformed guards on either side of the boarder goose step across to the flagpoles to lower their respective national flags. Their steps are matched so perfectly that it is like watching a mirror image of the same exercise. The Ceremony which attracts crowds of spectators on both sides is poignant reminder of the partition of 1947 when Punjap was divided between two nations.

Night Ceremony at Golden Temple: Every night, the Granth Sahib is carried in procession along this bridge to its "bed" in the Akal Takht, the seat of the Sikh parliament (built 1609). Called the Palki Sahib, this nightly ceremony provides a chance for all male pilgrims and visitors to actively participate in the veneration of the Holy Book. Lines form in front of and behind the heavy palanquin and each man shoulders the burden for a few seconds before passing it along, forming a human conveyer belt that allows everyone to participate and everyone to rest. The ceremony usually takes place at 11pm in summer at 9:30pm in winter.

Day 07) Amritsar –Delhi Train /flight

Departure transfer to Amritsar airport/ train station and board your train/flight to Delhi

 

Tour Ends but Memories Remains – Always

(The date of the festivals may change due to unpredictable reasons so it is suggested to reconfirm the date before booking your trip)

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 Baisakhi Festival

 

Name of the Festival          : Baisakhi Festival

Date                                      : 13 April
Place                                     : Anandpur Sahib
Duration                              : 01 day
Special Attraction               : visits to gurudwaras, kirtan processions, community fairs and the special langar served at Gurudwara

Baisakhi is a festival with both religious as well as cultural significance. Baisakhi is traditionally celebrated on April 13 marks the new year day by Saka Calendar, but sometimes the date may vary as once in 36 years, it is celebrated on April 14. It is the time of wheat harvesting.  Baisakhi is one of the most significant holidays in the Sikh calendar as Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth guru of Sikhs, formed Khalsa Panth at Anandpur in 1699 (birth of the Khalsa in Sikhism). The Sikhs were baptized on this day and led to the creation of the Panj Pyare, the Beloved Five. Baisakhi is celebrated across the state with visits to gurudwaras, kirtan processions and community fairs.  Processions through towns are also common. The colors they wear are very bright. There is a lot of food prepared and many family members gather together to celebrate the festival. Sikh devotees generally attend the Gurdwara before dawn with flowers and offerings. Special attractions of Baisakhi celebrations is the performance of the traditional Bhangra and Gidda dance and the special langar served at Gurudwara.

Outline Itinerary :

Day 01) Delhi – Chandigarh Train/Flight + drive to  – Anandpur Sahib / 70 Km / 01.30 hrs drive

Day 02) Full day in  Anandpur Sahib with some local sight seeing tours

Day 03) Anandpur Sahib – Amritsar drive 180 Km/ 04  hrs drive

Day 04) Amritsar Local Sight Seeing with Night Palki ceremonay at Golden Temple.

Day 05) Amritsar –Delhi Train /flight.

 

RATES

Category	Hotels	Min 02 Pax	Min 04 Pax	Min 06 Pax
Standard		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.
Deluxe		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.  Rs.
Super Deluxe		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.  Rs.
Luxury		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.

QUOTATION INCLUDES:

• Above rates are based on per person basis
• Accommodation in mentioned or similar category hotels on double/twin sharing basis
• All breakfasts and Dinners
• All transport by air conditioned Vehicle (02-03 Pax in Toyota Etios Car, 04-06 in Toyota Innova) as required in the tour programme
• All Toll taxes, parking fee, state taxes and drivers allowances

 

QUOTATION EXCLUDES:

• Airfare/Train fare/Bus fare
• Any other meals
• Any expenditure of personal nature such as telephone calls, laundry, mini bar or drinks during meals, tips to driver, guide, helper, etc.
• Any kind of Insurance and medical evacuation
• Any Hotel before starts and after tour ends
• Guides and Monuments Fees
• All other than those listed in inclusive
• GST

We can provide you all other travel services before tour starts and ends

 

Detail Itinerary :

Day 01) Delhi – Chandigarh Train/Flight + drive to  – Anandpur Sahib / 70 Km / 01.30 hrs drive

Arrive Chandigarh by train / flight and drive to Anandpur Sahib

Anandpur Sahib is a city in Rupnagar district (Ropar, Punjab), Located near the Sutlej River, the city is one of the most sacred places in Sikhism, being the place where the last two Sikh Gurus lived, Guru Teg Bahadur Ji and Guru Gobind Singh Ji. this is the place where Guru Gobind Singh Ji founded the Khalsa Panth in 1699. The city is home to Kesgarh Sahib Gurdwara, one of the five Takhts in Sikhism.

The city is a pilgrimage site in Sikhism. It is the venue of the largest annual Sikh gathering and festivities during Hola Mohalla in the spring season.

Day 02) Full day in Anandpur Sahib with some local sight seeing tours

Gurudwara Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib: This is the principal Sikh temple in the town. It marks the birthplace of Khalsa and one of the five religious authorities (Five Takhts) of Sikhism. Standing on a hillock, the present complex was built between 1936 and 1944.

This is the historic site where, on the day of Baisakhi in 1699, Guru Gobind Singh initiated his followers into the order of the Khalsa (Sikh nation). Legend maintains that the Guru requested those present to volunteer their heads to him. When five brave men, now known as the Panj Piare (five beloved), came forward to lay down their lives, the Guru instead baptised them with amrit (holy water). The Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib, re-built in the 20th century, contains the sanctum sanctorum where the belongings of Guru Gobind Singh – a khanda, a dagger and several spears – are preserved.

Anandpur Sahib Fort : Anandpur Sahib, the town where the Khalsa was founded, was established by Guru Teg Bahadur on the banks of River Sutlej. It was once fortified by five majestic forts. Of these, the main fort built in red brick by Guru Gobind Singh, is still standing. A subterranean well inside the fort, accessed by a sharp flight of stairs, is an intriguing feature of its architecture.

Khalsa Heritage Centre : The Virasat–e-Khalsa in Anandpur Sahib was begun in 1999 to commemorate the third centenary of the founding of the Khalsa Panth (Sikh nation) by Guru Gobind Singh. Spread across a generous 6,500 sq m, the recently opened Viraasat-e-Khalsa museum tells a memorable story of both Punjab and Sikhism, using hand-crafted artefacts and the latest technology. Designed by acclaimed architect Moshe Safdie, this story-telling repository is the first of its scale in the world, and has been envisioned as the world’s largest cultural and historical museum dedicated to a single community. Conceived as two functionally integrated sets of buildings, the Western complex, forming the gateway for the town provides pedestrian access to the Eastern complex over a 165-metre bridge. A series of reflecting pools create an expansive water body between the two complexes with arcaded walkways and gardens on either side. Public facilities and a cafeteria are located at the base of the bridge.  Timings : 10 am-05 pm (Tues-Sun) / Closed : Monday / Entry: Free.

Day 04) Anandpur Sahib – Amritsar drive 180 Km/ 04  hrs drive

Drive to Amritsar

The word Amritsar means the holy pool of nectar (the drink of the gods). 1573 Work began on digging the holy pool. 1601 Harmandir Sahib completed. 1604 Guru Granth Sahib installed. Alongside people representing 52 professions settled. In Maharaja Ranjit Singh's time Amritsar had superceded Lahore as the pre-eminent city of the Orient.

 

Day 05) Amritsar Local Sight Seeing with Night Palki ceremonay at Golden Temple.

Morning depart for sightseeing of Amritsar visiting famous Golden Temple, Jallinawala Bag and afternoon . Wagha Boarder visit and night palki ceremony.  Overnight in the hotel.

Golden Temple: The Golden Temple or 'Hari Mandir', situated in Amritsar, Punjab, is the most sacred temple of the Sikhs. The site of the temple was sacred to the Sikhs since the time of the 4th guru, Ram Das. It is a symbol of the magnificence and strength of the Sikh people all over the world.  All Sikh people try to make a visit to the temple and take bath in holy tank of the temple. 

Jallianwala Bagh : Martyrs' Memorial built in the shape of eternal flame of liberty is situated on the outskirts of Golden Temple. Here, about 1500 to 2000 persons who were attending a peaceful meeting during the freedom movement fell under the bullets of the British General Dyer, on April 13, 1919. The British Queen Elizabeth II and her husband laid a wreath at the Memorial on 14 Oct.' 1997.  

Wagha Boarder: just 28 Kms from Amritsar, separated from Attari in Pakistan by thin ribbon of road. Each evening as buglers sound the post, two splendidly uniformed guards on either side of the boarder goose step across to the flagpoles to lower their respective national flags. Their steps are matched so perfectly that it is like watching a mirror image of the same exercise. The Ceremony which attracts crowds of spectators on both sides is poignant reminder of the partition of 1947 when Punjap was divided between two nations.

Night Ceremony at Golden Temple: Every night, the Granth Sahib is carried in procession along this bridge to its "bed" in the Akal Takht, the seat of the Sikh parliament (built 1609). Called the Palki Sahib, this nightly ceremony provides a chance for all male pilgrims and visitors to actively participate in the veneration of the Holy Book. Lines form in front of and behind the heavy palanquin and each man shoulders the burden for a few seconds before passing it along, forming a human conveyer belt that allows everyone to participate and everyone to rest. The ceremony usually takes place at 11pm in summer at 9:30pm in winter.

Day 06) Amritsar –Delhi Train /flight

Departure transfer to Amritsar airport/ train station and board your train/flight to Delhi

 

Tour Ends but Memories Remains – Always

(The date of the festivals may change due to unpredictable reasons so it is suggested to reconfirm the date before booking your trip)

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Teeyan / Teej Festival

 

Name of the Festival          : Teeyan / Teej Festival

Date                                      : Late Jul to Sep
Place                                     : All over Punjab(Chandigarh)
Duration                              : 01 day
Special Attraction               : Women Sings songs, Dance, Swings, Kite Flying, Cook Special Food to  Celebrate

Teeyan is the Punjabi name of the festival of Teej which is celebrated in Punjab (where it is also called Punjabi Teej). The festival is celebrated during the monsoon season from the 03rd lunar day in the month of Sawan, which falls between late July to Sep.

Teeyan is a festival dedicated to the women of this state. Married women go to their maternal house to participate in the festivities. It was traditional for women to spend the whole month of Sawan with their parents. Women apply henna on their hands, wear new clothes, bangles, dance and sing Teej songs in groups. People take a gift set to their sisters called a 'sandhara'. A sandhara joins a Punjabi Suit or sari, laddoo(sweets), bangles, mehndi henna and a swing.

Some Cities like Chandigarh organize large scale cultural shows and fests where everyone is welcome to join.

Outline Itinerary :

Day 01) Delhi-Chandigarh  train/ flight

Day 02) Chandigarh Cultural Shows on Teeyan or Teej festival with some Local sight seeing tours

Day 03) Local sight seeing tour visiting

Day 04) Chandigarh-Delhi train/flight

 

RATES

Category	Hotels	Min 02 Pax	Min 04 Pax	Min 06 Pax
Standard		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.
Deluxe		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.  Rs.
Super Deluxe		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.  Rs.
Luxury		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.

QUOTATION INCLUDES:

• Above rates are based on per person basis
• Accommodation in mentioned or similar category hotels on double/twin sharing basis
• All breakfasts and Dinners
• All transport by air conditioned Vehicle (02-03 Pax in Toyota Etios Car, 04-06 in Toyota Innova) as required in the tour programme
• All Toll taxes, parking fee, state taxes and drivers allowances

 

QUOTATION EXCLUDES:

• Airfare/Train fare/Bus fare
• Any other meals
• Any expenditure of personal nature such as telephone calls, laundry, mini bar or drinks during meals, tips to driver, guide, helper, etc.
• Any kind of Insurance and medical evacuation
• Any Hotel before starts and after tour ends
• Guides and Monuments Fees
• All other than those listed in inclusive
• GST

We can provide you all other travel services before tour starts and ends

 

Detail Itinerary :

 

Day 01) Delhi-Chandigarh by train / flight

Arrive Chandigarh by Flight or train and transfer to hotel.

Blessed with the resplendent Blue Shivalik Hills, Chandigarh enjoys the special status of being the Capital of two states Punjab and Haryana and also a Union Territory controlled by Central Government. The city was conceived in the 1950s and a European modernist architect was engaged to plan it. It has derived its name from an ancient temple dedicated to the Goddess Chandi. The Chandigarh city boasts of several beautiful and well-maintained gardens that are a treat to the eyes. It is worth visiting in itself and also acts as a base for further excursions in North India.

 

Day 02) Chandigarh cultural shows on Teeyan or Teej Festival with some local sight seeing tours

Capitol Complex: The monumental Capitol Complex at Sector 1 dominates the skyline of Chandigarh. Standing aloof at the foothills of the city of Chandigarh, like the Grecian Acropolis, the geometrical concrete buildings rise from the mounds as giant playful sculptures. The places to be visited in the Capitol complex of Chandigarh are the three major buildings of the Secretariat, the Assembly, and the High Court. Between the silhouettes of these magnificent edifices is juxtaposed the Chandigarh city's most popular visible symbol, the Open Hand.

Secretariat : The largest building in the Capital Complex. It is huge slab type building, intended as a work place for about 4000 people In the hands of Le Corbusier this basically dull framework has turned out to be something of a sculpture. It is shaped like an eight storey concrete slab incorporating a high drama of plasticity and grandeur, especially in the centre portion which contains the offices of minister with its distinctive high parapet, concrete walls offers a memorable experience to visitors at the highest point of repose and recreation in the city.

The High Court : The High Court the law interpreting structure is one of the first architectural monuments to be built in the Capitol complex. The structure of this building has a double roof, projecting over the office block, like an inverted umbrella shading its lower part and forming trough from which the monsoon rainwater is discharged through huge spouts at magnificent outward sweep symbolically that the law is an umbrella of shelter for the ordinary citizen. The rear wall of the court room are decorated with large woolen tapestries designed by Le Corbusier

The Legislative Assembly : The profile of the Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha) cupola determines the stately personality of the building. The form was inspired by an impressive grouping the industrial cooling towers during Le Corbusier visit to Ahmedabad. The Legislative Assembly square in plan with a monumental portico standing free from the main building and facing the high court which delineates the south eastern end of the Capitol Piazza. A pyramid cover the upper chamber of the erstwhile bicameral system, and offer an exciting counterpoint to the main cupola.

The Open Hand Monument : The most important monument in the Capital Complex is Open Hand it is made of matel sheet arises 26 meter from the sunken French and rotates freely in the wind from a high concrete pedestal. The giant hands turn around a ball bearing like a weather clock. The design of this emblem as of the monument was conceived entirely by the Le Corbusier. The symbols stand for India’s civilizations greedlessness and magnanimity 'Open to give - Open to receive'. It is official emblem of the city. This is probably only city emblem.

 

Day 03) Chandigarh sight seeing tour

Rock Garden : Next to Sukhana Lake there is a unique but a world famous fantasy in the city of Chandigarh, called Rock Garden. Situated in the thick forest area, this garden holds its own charms for the visitors. It is full of objects built from household and industrial waste. There are no flowers or plants in this garden. The object to be seen there are the figure made of raw cement resembling humans and animals. These figures have been decorated with broken but colorful odds and ends of China clay. As one looks at them with deep intent, they seem to be staring as the visitors. They seem to be engaged in various activities. There are group of dancing damsels made from bicycle and motorcycle's waste materials, marching armies of warriors resting flying or fledging birds made from countless bite of broken glass. There are groups of music bands engaged in their activity of entertaining the visitors. Its creator also needs a mention. The garden was visualized by Sh. Nek Chand. He belongs from gurdaspur district in Punjab province. He started his life in PWD as laborer, but late rose to high ranks. He came to Chandigarh as Road Inspector. His deep visualization made him to pick and collect all sorts of discarded scrap. He started to visit waste dumps of the factories. He collected there raw cement, broken pipes and other discarded matter. He created rapport with the truck drivers who carried and drop his debris at a vacant corner of the forest where now this unique creation stands. For twelve years he worked hard alone on this unique fantasy. After twelve years the work of Nek Chand noticed by Government. He was giving deserving patronage. An area of twelve acres was allotted for the extension of the original Rock Garden. Even funds were provided for carrying on the work.

Sukhna Lake : On the south eastern boundary of the city is the seasonal rivulet Sukhana choe. Water through it used to flow away in the rainy season. The planner of the city through their imagination, created a lake by obstructing the flow of rain water through the Sukhana Choe. A three and half km long dam was built to create a reservoir of water. Now known as Sukhna Lake. People generally come here for a morning or evening walk. It consists of an eating place, children’s park. It also has facility for boating and rafting for the adventure seekers. A major hit with children and grown-ups alike. At one end of the Lake are the premises of Lake Club. The club management takes care to provide facilities for water sports and recreational activities. Water sports become annual feature. Environment friendly people of Chandigarh take part in its disilting operation every year.

Rose Garden : The Leisure Valley is a series of theme gardens that have been developed from one end of the city to the other. The Rose Garden is perhaps most famous of all. Spread over an area of 25 hectares, the heavily perfumed garden contains more than a thousand varieties of roses. It is one of the largest gardens in Asia and a lovely place to spend delightful summer evenings.

Sector 17 Market : One of the most important places to visit is Sector 17, Chandigarh's sleek shopping area and the city centre. Planned around four pedestrian concourses meeting at a central chowk (intersection), the Sector 17 of Chandigarh is a pedestrian's paradise dotted with fountains, sculptures, and groves of trees. In summers the tourists move from one end of the sector to the other, under the shade of a corridor, and in winter it is nice to be out in the sun-drenched piazzas. In the evenings, when the colorful mosaic of neon signs and the aesthetically illuminated fountains come alive, Sector 17 becomes the Chandigarh city's biggest outdoor club.

 

Day 04) Chandigarh– Delhi train / flight

Departure transfer to Chandigarh train station/ airport and board your train/flight  to Delhi

 

Tour Ends but Memories Remains – Always

(The date of the festivals may change due to unpredictable reasons so it is suggested to reconfirm the date before booking your trip)

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Diwali Festival

 

Name of the Festival          : Diwali Festival

Date                                      : Oct / Nov
Place                                     : All over Punjab(Amritsar)
Duration                              : 01 day
Special Attraction               : Golden Temple is illuminated with traditional lamps. Fireworks are on display till late at night.

Diwali in Amritsar is a spectacular spiritual experience and  is the holy ground for Sikhs worldwide. It is a historical importance for the Sikhs as well. Sikhs celebrate Diwali in remembrance of Guru Hargobind Singh, the sixth Sikh guru, who returned to Amritsar on Diwali day after his release from Gwalior fort during the reign of the Mughal emperor Jehangir(also known Bandi Chor Divas).

On this day Hundreds of thousands of Sikhs and Hindus gather Golden temple for the celebration of Diwali. The entire temple complex is brilliantly lit up and the edge of the lake is fringed with countless oil lamps and candles lit by devotees. Fireworks add to the grand finale of the festivities in this holy place and held the traditional display of fireworks for about 10 minutes. The sky looks beautiful with spectacular lights and the street is lit by flowerpots. It is a day of rejoicing and praying. Within the temple complex pilgrims are lighting thousands of candles around the holy pond and take a dip in the pond as well. Sweets are distributed and gifts are exchanged.

Outline Itinerary :

Day 01) Delhi - Amritsar (Flight/ Train ) / o/n hotel

Day 02) Golden Temple visit for Diwali  Festival celebration.

Day 03) Amritsar Local Sight Seeing.

Day 04) Amritsar –Delhi Train /flight

 

RATES

Category	Hotels	Min 02 Pax	Min 04 Pax	Min 06 Pax
Standard		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.
Deluxe		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.  Rs.
Super Deluxe		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.  Rs.
Luxury		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.

QUOTATION INCLUDES:

• Above rates are based on per person basis
• Accommodation in mentioned or similar category hotels on double/twin sharing basis
• All breakfasts and Dinners
• All transport by air conditioned Vehicle (02-03 Pax in Toyota Etios Car, 04-06 in Toyota Innova) as required in the tour programme
• All Toll taxes, parking fee, state taxes and drivers allowances

 

QUOTATION EXCLUDES:

• Airfare/Train fare/Bus fare
• Any other meals
• Any expenditure of personal nature such as telephone calls, laundry, mini bar or drinks during meals, tips to driver, guide, helper, etc.
• Any kind of Insurance and medical evacuation
• Any Hotel before starts and after tour ends
• Guides and Monuments Fees
• All other than those listed in inclusive
• GST

We can provide you all other travel services before tour starts and ends

 

Detail Itinerary :

 

Day 01) Delhi - Amritsar (Flight/ Train ) / o/n hotel

Arrival Amritsar Airport, welcome, assistance and transfer to hotel .

The word Amritsar means the holy pool of nectar (the drink of the gods). 1573 Work began on digging the holy pool. 1601 Harmandir Sahib completed. 1604 Guru Granth Sahib installed. Alongside people representing 52 professions settled. In Maharaja Ranjit Singh's time Amritsar had superceded Lahore as the pre-eminent city of the Orient.

Day 02) Day 02) Golden Temple visit for  Diwali  Festival celebration with Night Palki ceremony

Golden Temple: The Golden Temple or 'Hari Mandir', situated in Amritsar, Punjab, is the most sacred temple of the Sikhs. The site of the temple was sacred to the Sikhs since the time of the 4th guru, Ram Das. It is a symbol of the magnificence and strength of the Sikh people all over the world.  All Sikh people try to make a visit to the temple and take bath in holy tank of the temple. 

Night Ceremony at Golden Temple: Every night, the Granth Sahib is carried in procession along this bridge to its "bed" in the Akal Takht, the seat of the Sikh parliament (built 1609). Called the Palki Sahib, this nightly ceremony provides a chance for all male pilgrims and visitors to actively participate in the veneration of the Holy Book. Lines form in front of and behind the heavy palanquin and each man shoulders the burden for a few seconds before passing it along, forming a human conveyer belt that allows everyone to participate and everyone to rest. The ceremony usually takes place at 11pm in summer at 9:30pm in winter.

Day 03) Amritsar Local Sight seeing tour

Jallianwala Bagh : Martyrs' Memorial built in the shape of eternal flame of liberty is situated on the outskirts of Golden Temple. Here, about 1500 to 2000 persons who were attending a peaceful meeting during the freedom movement fell under the bullets of the British General Dyer, on April 13, 1919. The British Queen Elizabeth II and her husband laid a wreath at the Memorial on 14 Oct.' 1997.  

Ram Bag: Situated towards the north of city Amritsar, Ram Bagh Garden memorizes the summer and spiritual capital of first Sikh Ruler Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Maharaja took Lahore in 1799 and made it his capital in 1802 he came to Amritsar. In 1818 he got constructed Ram Bagh Garden after the name of Guru Ram Das, the forth Sikh Master. This palace is known as the summer palace of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. In 1977 a museum was established by the Government of India on the 400 foundation day of Amritsar City. This Museum has some rare priceless collections of paintings, weapons and Armours, manuscripts and coins of the 18th and 19th century.

The Partition Museum : The Partition Museum is a public museum located in the town hall in Amritsar, India. The museum aims to become the central repository of stories, materials, and documents related to the post-partition riots that followed the division of British India into two independent countries:  India and Pakistan. The museum was inaugurated on 25 August 2017. The government of Punjab founded this museum with The Arts and Cultural Heritage Trust of the United Kingdom as a way to memorialize those who were affected by the partition.

Wagha Boarder: just 28 Kms from Amritsar, separated from Attari in Pakistan by thin ribbon of road. Each evening as buglers sound the post, two splendidly uniformed guards on either side of the boarder goose step across to the flagpoles to lower their respective national flags. Their steps are matched so perfectly that it is like watching a mirror image of the same exercise. The Ceremony which attracts crowds of spectators on both sides is poignant reminder of the partition of 1947 when Punjap was divided between two nations.

Day 04) Amritsar –Delhi Train /flight

Departure transfer to Amritsar airport/ train station and board your train/flight to Delhi

Tour Ends but Memories Remains – Always

(The date of the festivals may change due to unpredictable reasons so it is suggested to reconfirm the date before booking your trip)

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Gurupurab Festival  

 

Name of the Festival          : Gurupurab Festival / Guru Nanak Jayanti

Date                                      : 30 Nov 2020
Place                                     : All over Punjab(Amritsar)
Duration                              : 01 day
Special Attraction               : Golden Temple is decorated with lights, Langars, Nagar Kirtan,

A Gurpurab in Sikh tradition is a celebration of an anniversary of a Guru's birth marked by the holding of a festival. There are a number of gurupurabs that are observed through the year, with Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s birth anniversary being amongst the major celebrations. Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Gurpurab, also known as Guru Nanak's Prakash Utsav and Guru Nanak Dev Ji Jayanti. This is one of the most sacred festivals in Sikhism. Guru Nanak Jayanti is celebrated on the full moon day of Kartik month, also known as Kartik Poornima. It is celebrated with a lot of fervour and excitement in many parts of India by Sikh and Punjabi communities alike. "Gurpurab" is made of two words- "Gur", which means Guru or master, and "Purab", which means parv in Hindi, meaning day. So Gurpurab is the day dedicated to the Guru.

To mark the celebration, Sikhs start doing pheris 15 days before the celebration. Two days before the birthday, Akhand Path (a 48 hours non-stop reading of the Guru Granth Sahib) is held in the Gurdwaras. A day prior to the birthday, a procession, referred to as Nagarkirtan, is organised.

Festival begin early in the morning at about 4 to 5 a.m. This time of the day is referred to as Amrit Vela. The day begins with the singing of Asaa-Ki-Vaar (morning hymns).This is followed by any combination of Katha(exposition of the scripture) and Kirtan (hymns from the Sikh scriptures), in the praise of the Guru. Following that is the Langar, a special community lunch, which is arranged at the Gurudwaras by volunteers. The idea behind the free communal lunch is that everyone, irrespective of gender, caste, class or creed, should be offered food in the spirit of seva (service) and bhakti (devotion).

Night Prayer sessions are also held in some Gurudwaras, which begin around sunset when Rehras (evening prayer) is recited, followed by Kirtan till late at night. The congregation starts singing Gurbani at about 1:20 a.m., which is the actual time of birth of Guru Nanak. The celebrations culminate at around 2 a.m.

Special assemblies are held in gurdwaras and discourses given on the lives and teachings of the gurus. Sikhs march in processions through towns and cities chanting the holy hymns. People visit gurudwaras, participate in langar, burst crackers and decorate their homes with lights.   A Gurpurab is a mixture of the religious and the festive, the devotional and the spectacular, the personal and the communal.

Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, was born on Puranmashi of Kattak in 1469, according to the Bikrami calendar in Rai-Bhoi-di Talwandi in the present Shekhupura District of Pakistan, now Nankana Sahib(near Lahore). He set up various spiritual, social and political platforms, which were constituted on the principles of quality, goodness, and virtue. His teachings are preserved in the holy texts of the Guru Granth Sahib. In 2019, the day was marked as the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.

Guru Nanak Dev ji's birthday     : November.

Guru Gobind Singh ji's birthday  : January.

Outline Itinerary :

Day 01) Delhi - Amritsar (Flight/ Train ) / o/n hotel

Day 02) Golden Temple visit for Gurupurav  Festival celebration.

Day 03) Amritsar Local Sight Seeing.

Day 04) Amritsar –Delhi Train /flight

 

RATES

Category	Hotels	Min 02 Pax	Min 04 Pax	Min 06 Pax
Standard		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.
Deluxe		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.  Rs.
Super Deluxe		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.  Rs.
Luxury		Rs.	Rs.	Rs.

QUOTATION INCLUDES:

• Above rates are based on per person basis
• Accommodation in mentioned or similar category hotels on double/twin sharing basis
• All breakfasts and Dinners
• All transport by air conditioned Vehicle (02-03 Pax in Toyota Etios Car, 04-06 in Toyota Innova) as required in the tour programme
• All Toll taxes, parking fee, state taxes and drivers allowances

 

QUOTATION EXCLUDES:

• Airfare/Train fare/Bus fare
• Any other meals
• Any expenditure of personal nature such as telephone calls, laundry, mini bar or drinks during meals, tips to driver, guide, helper, etc.
• Any kind of Insurance and medical evacuation
• Any Hotel before starts and after tour ends
• Guides and Monuments Fees
• All other than those listed in inclusive
• GST

We can provide you all other travel services before tour starts and ends

 

Detail Itinerary :

 

Day 01) Delhi - Amritsar (Flight/ Train ) / o/n hotel

Arrival Amritsar Airport, welcome, assistance and transfer to hotel .

The word Amritsar means the holy pool of nectar (the drink of the gods). 1573 Work began on digging the holy pool. 1601 Harmandir Sahib completed. 1604 Guru Granth Sahib installed. Alongside people representing 52 professions settled. In Maharaja Ranjit Singh's time Amritsar had superceded Lahore as the pre-eminent city of the Orient.

Day 02) Day 02) Golden Temple visit for  Gurupurav Festival celebration with Night Palki ceremony

Golden Temple: The Golden Temple or 'Hari Mandir', situated in Amritsar, Punjab, is the most sacred temple of the Sikhs. The site of the temple was sacred to the Sikhs since the time of the 4th guru, Ram Das. It is a symbol of the magnificence and strength of the Sikh people all over the world.  All Sikh people try to make a visit to the temple and take bath in holy tank of the temple. 

Night Ceremony at Golden Temple: Every night, the Granth Sahib is carried in procession along this bridge to its "bed" in the Akal Takht, the seat of the Sikh parliament (built 1609). Called the Palki Sahib, this nightly ceremony provides a chance for all male pilgrims and visitors to actively participate in the veneration of the Holy Book. Lines form in front of and behind the heavy palanquin and each man shoulders the burden for a few seconds before passing it along, forming a human conveyer belt that allows everyone to participate and everyone to rest. The ceremony usually takes place at 11pm in summer at 9:30pm in winter.

Day 03) Amritsar Local Sight seeing tour

Jallianwala Bagh : Martyrs' Memorial built in the shape of eternal flame of liberty is situated on the outskirts of Golden Temple. Here, about 1500 to 2000 persons who were attending a peaceful meeting during the freedom movement fell under the bullets of the British General Dyer, on April 13, 1919. The British Queen Elizabeth II and her husband laid a wreath at the Memorial on 14 Oct.' 1997.  

Ram Bag: Situated towards the north of city Amritsar, Ram Bagh Garden memorizes the summer and spiritual capital of first Sikh Ruler Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Maharaja took Lahore in 1799 and made it his capital in 1802 he came to Amritsar. In 1818 he got constructed Ram Bagh Garden after the name of Guru Ram Das, the forth Sikh Master. This palace is known as the summer palace of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. In 1977 a museum was established by the Government of India on the 400 foundation day of Amritsar City. This Museum has some rare priceless collections of paintings, weapons and Armours, manuscripts and coins of the 18th and 19th century.

The Partition Museum : The Partition Museum is a public museum located in the town hall in Amritsar, India. The museum aims to become the central repository of stories, materials, and documents related to the post-partition riots that followed the division of British India into two independent countries:  India and Pakistan. The museum was inaugurated on 25 August 2017. The government of Punjab founded this museum with The Arts and Cultural Heritage Trust of the United Kingdom as a way to memorialize those who were affected by the partition.

Wagha Boarder: just 28 Kms from Amritsar, separated from Attari in Pakistan by thin ribbon of road. Each evening as buglers sound the post, two splendidly uniformed guards on either side of the boarder goose step across to the flagpoles to lower their respective national flags. Their steps are matched so perfectly that it is like watching a mirror image of the same exercise. The Ceremony which attracts crowds of spectators on both sides is poignant reminder of the partition of 1947 when Punjap was divided between two nations.

Day 04) Amritsar –Delhi Train /flight

Departure transfer to Amritsar airport/ train station and board your train/flight to Delhi

Tour Ends but Memories Remains – Always

(The date of the festivals may change due to unpredictable reasons so it is suggested to reconfirm the date before booking your trip)

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