| Day
1 Amritsar |
| Arrive Amritsar. On arrival in Amritsar
you will be welcomed by our representative present at
Amritsar Airport carrying placard of your name. Transfer
to Hotel. Overnight stay. |
| Day
2 Amritsar |
After breakfast move for
sightseeing covering
Golden Temple- Golden Temple or Darbar Sahib is
the most sacred temple for Sikhs - one which every Sikh
longs to make a pilgrimage to, and thousands visit daily.
Guru Ram Das, the fourth Guru of the Sikhs, who came to
live near this peaceful place, started building the pilgrimage
centre around the small pool, (later to become the Sarowar).
The Harmandir Sahib, as the main temple is known, was
envisioned by Guru Arjan Dev. It was conceived by him
to reflect the resoluteness, clarity and simplicity of
the Sikh religion. The four doors, one on each side of
the Temple, are symbolically open to all four castes -
Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas and Shudras.
The beautiful gilding, artistic marble inlays and the
elaborate mirror-work on the Harmandir Sahib came much
later. It was only in the nineteenth century during the
reign of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, that the people of Punjab
lavished their wealth on their revered shrine. The Granth
Sahib, the holy book of the Sikhs, was installed in the
Harmandir Sahib in 1604, three years after its completion.
The fact that the foundation stone of the Golden temple
was formally laid by the Muslim mystic, Mir Mohammed Muayyinul
Islam, popularly known as Mian Mir, in 1589 on the request
of Guru Arjun Dev, sends out a strong message of communal
amity. The Guru-ka-Langar or the common canteen, provides
free food to all visitors, regardless of colour, creed,
caste or gender.
the holy scripture is brought in a vivid procession from
the Akal Takhat (the highest temporal seat of the Sikhs)
in the morning to the temple to be returned at night.
Singing is central to Sikh worship & is a feast to
the souls when hymns from the holy scripture are recited
Kirtan and the waves of the classical ragas, a sublim
blend of voice & music.
Jallianwala Bagh-the historic site where hundreds
of innocent Indian men, women an children were massacred
by British General Michael Dyer on April 13, 1919. A memoral
and Garden have been created here as a national monument.
Afternoon visit Indo-Pak Border to watch retreat
ceremony-35 KM on the road to Lahore is India-Pakistan
Border. A visit to the border is an interesting experience
especially at Sunset, when the retreat ceremony takes
place with the Border Security Force on the Indian Side
and the Sutlej Rangers on the Pakistan side putting up
a well coordinated and spectacular display. The sound
from the Bugles blown together from both sides paints
past on the canvas when India and Pakistan were one, simultaneously
Flags of the two nations are ceremoniously retrieved and
lights are switched on marking the end of the day. Amidst
thunderous applause today this point is the only land
route open to approach Pakistan and central Asia.
Return to hotel. Overnight stay.
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Ten Sikh Gurus |
| Day
3 Amritsar-Tarn Taran Sahib-Goindwal Sahib-Sultanpur
Lodhi-Amritsar |
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Have breakfast. Proceed to
Gurdwara Sri Tarn Taran Sahib-
Around 1590 Guru Arjan Dev set out on a tour of the
country between the rivers Ravi and Beas. Here Guru
Arjan Dev bought some land and laid the foundation of
a Gurdwara in honor of Guru Ram Das and started the
excavation of a tank even larger than Amritsar. The
Gurdwara has one of the largest tanks and resembles
the Golden Temple, except that it is built on the side
of the tank and has a marble exterior. Guru Arjan Dev
also established the first home for lepers in India
at Tarn Taran.
Later proceed to Goindwal to visit :
Gurdwara Sri Baoli Sahib
This was the first center of Sikhism and was established
by Guru Amar Das. The Hindus went on pilgrimage to Hardwar
and Benaras but the Sikhs needed a place of their own.
Understanding this Guru Amar Das purchased the land
and personally helped in the construction of the Gurdwara
and Baoli (well) with 84 steps leading down to it. Guru
Amar Das said that whoever recited the entire Japji
prayer of Guru Nanak Dev Ji on each of the 84 steps
with a pure heart before bathing in the Baoli would
receive spiritual emancipation.
Evening proceed to Sultanpur Lodhi to visit
Gurdwara Shri Ber Sahib
At this spot Guru Nanak would go bathing early in the
mornings in the Bein river before meditation. While
bathing here one day Guru Nanak disappeared in the stream
and was missing for three days where he was in communion
with God. Upon returning the enlightened Guru Nanak
began his lifelong mission of preaching Sikhism. Guru
Nanak had planted a Ber (jujube) tree seedling on this
spot which has today grown into a large tree.
Gurdwara Sri Hatt Sahib
As a young man Guru Nanak was convinced by his family
to accept employment here as the accountant of the provisions
of Nawab Daulat Khan Lodhi. Guru Nanak got the job on
the recommendations of his brother-in-law Jai Ram. The
Nawab was very much impressed by the young Guru who
would work diligently in the day and spend the evenings
and night singing the praises of God with his friends.
Later proceed back to Amritsar.. Overnight stay at Amritsar.
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Sri Tarn Taran Sahib
Sri Baoli Sahib
Sri Ber Sahib
Sri Hatt Sahib
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| Day
4 Amritsar-Nanded |
| Early morning transfer to Railway Station
to board train no. 2716 Amritsar Nanded Express at 05.30
hrs. Overnight journey in train. |
| Day
5 Nanded |
| Reach Nanded at 16.30 hrs. Transfer to hotel.
Overnight stay. |
| Day
6 Nanded-Mumbai |
After breakfast visit
Gurdwara Takht Sri Huzur Sahib-
Tenth Guru Sri Gobind Singh, before his death on October
7, 1708 at Nanded in Maharashtra. At the site where the
Guru breathed his last, was built a Gurdwara between 1832
and 1837, under instructions from Maharaja Ranjit Singh.
It is called "Sachkhand Sri Hazur Abchal Nagar
Sahib". It is a two-storey building. The architectural
design resembles that of the Golden Temple. It's' interior
is artistically ornamented in the style of Harmandir Sahib,
Amritsar. The walls of the inner room called Angitha Sahib
have been covered with golden plates On the first floor,
recitations from Sri Guru Granth Sahib, go on day and
night. The dome is polished and on the pinnacle is the
is the kalash made of gold plated copper.Some of the sacred
relics of Guru Gobind Singh are also preserved here. These
are, a golden dagger, a matchlock gun, an archer with
35 arrows, two bows, a steel shield studded with precious
stones and five golden swords.
Evening move to Railway Station to board train no. 1004
Devagiri Express at 19.05 hrs. for Mumbai. Overnight stay.
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Takht Sri Huzur Sahib |
| Day
7 Mumbai |
| Reach Mumbai at 08.10 hrs. Local sightseeing
in Mumbai. Overnight Stay. |
| Day
8 Depart Amritsar |
| After breakfast move for local sightseeing
in Mumbai. Late evening transfer to Railway Station to
board train no. 3202 Lokmanya Tilak Patna Express at 21.45
hrs. Overnight journey in train. |
| Day
9 Train Journey |
| Full day & night journey in train. |
| Day
10 Patna |
Reach Patna at 10.30 hrs.
Transfer to hotel. Check in hotel. Relax for a while.
Later visit Takht Shri Patna Sahib-Patna Sahib
is situated in Patna the capital of Bihar. It was here
that Guru Gobind Singh was born in 1666 and spent his
early years before moving to Anandpur. Besides being the
birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh, Patna was also honoured
by visits from Guru Nanak as well as Guru Tegh Bahadur.
The second-most important gurudwara in India, the Takht
Harmandir was built by Guru Gobind Singh, the 10th
guru of the Sikhs. The gurudwara built in white marble
with kiosks on the terraces consecrates the birthplace
of Guru Gobind Singh. is an important Gurudwara for the
Sikhs. The Gurdwara is situated in the Chowk area of Patna
City (the older part the city)and has a museum on it's
third floor.
Later move for the local sightseeing in Patna.
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Takht Sri Patna Sahib |
| Day
11 Patna-Ludhiana |
| Early morning transfer to Railway Station
to board train no. 3005 Amritsar Mail at 05.00 hrs. for
Ludhiana. Overnight journey in train. |
| Day
12 Ludhiana-Anandpur Sahib-Chandigarh |
Reach Ludhiana at 06.05
hrs. Transfer to Anandpur Sahib.
Visit Gurdwara Sri Kesgarh Sahib:
Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib is the birthplace of the Khalsa.
Amid the Shivalik hills, it is situated on the bank of
the Satluj. It was here on March 30th, 1699 that a very
large gathering of Sikhs had arrived at Anandpur Sahib
as per Guru Gobind Singh's instructions. It was here,
Guru Gobind called his Five Beloved Ones and gave them
the last name 'Singh' which means Lion. Guru Gobind Singh
then humbly bowed before the Five Beloved Ones and asked
them to initiate Him into the Khalsa Brotherhood. Some
of the original weapons of Guru Gobind Singh as well as
the khanda (two edged sword) used by the Guru to stir
the amrit (sweet water) during the Khalsa baptism ceremony
are kept here.
Gurdwara Parivar Vichora
Guru Gobind Singh and 400 Sikhs left Anandpur Sahib on
the cold rainy night of December 5th 1705 after a prolonged
siege by the Mughal army. The Guru had been offered safe
passage if he left the town on a oath on the Koran by
emperor Aurangzeb. In the early hours of the morning at
the swollen river Sarsa the Guru and his Sikhs were attacked
by the Mughal army under the command of Wazir Khan, breaking
their oath of safe conduct. In the ensuing confusion,
cold and darkness, most of the Sikhs perished. Some braved
the current and a few including Guru Gobind Singh were
able to cross the river in the heat of the battle. During
the confusion the Guru was separated from his family.
The Guru, his two eldest sons and 40 Sikhs were able to
cross the river and escape. This gurdwara was built on
the spot where the battle occurred and the Gurus family
was separated.
Later proceed to Chandigarh. Reach Chandigarh. Overnight
stay at Chandigarh.
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Sri Keshgarh Sahib |
| Day
13 Chandigarh-Bathinda |
After breakfast half day sightseeing
of Chandigarh covering:
Rock garden, a famous tourist spot, is an architectural
wonder, covering an area of 6 acres. It was built by Nekchand
Saini, with multicoloured pieces of stones and other discarded
objects.
& Sukhna Lake is an artificial lake, spread
over an area of 3 sq. kms. Boating facilities are available
here, and walking around the perimeter of the lake is
a very refreshing experience.
Evening transfer to Bathinda by car. Reach Bathinda.
Overnight stay at Bathinda.
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| Day
14 Bathinda-Amritsar
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After breakfast visit Gurdwara Takht Sri Damdama
Sahib, Talwandi Sabo
Damdama Sahib or Talwandi Sabo in Bhatinda district
holds great significance for Sikh for it is the place
where the guru sought rest and refuge during his battles
with the Mughals. During the Baisakhi festival (from
13th to 15th of April), a major fair is held at Damdama
Sahib and Sikh pilgrims from all over the world congregate
here to pay homage to Guru Gobind Singhji. The fair
at Damdama Sahib dates back to about 250 years and coincides
with the Rabi, harvesting festival. Thus, it is a time
for great joy and celebration and also a time to remember
allegiance to the Sikh faith.
Guru Gobind Singhji stayed in Damdama Sahib for nine
months and it was here that he worked on the Adi Granth.
He made Damdama the center for propagating the Sikh
faith and called it 'Khalsa De Takht' or Throne
of the Khalsa. He had a special stamp issued bearing
the inscription 'Amal Sahai, Guru Gobind Singh Ji Ki
Jagha takhat Damdama ji' clearly demonstrating the importance
of the place. This stamp was used on all the important
documents issued by the Guru from Damdama Sahib.
Later transfer to Amritsar. Reach Amritsar. Check in
hotel. Overnight stay at Amritsar.
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Sri Damdama Sahib |
| Day
15 Depart Amritsar |
| After breakfast transfer to airport to board
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