Amritsar City Tour Including Golden Temple and Wagah Border Ceremony
by Globe Trek Tours and Sightseeing.
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This full-day bus tour in Amritsar lasts about 8 to 9 hours and covers major historical and cultural sites. The tour begins at the Golden Temple, where a guide spends about 90 minutes explaining the spiritual importance of this Sikh landmark. You will see the changing of the Guru Granth Sahib and learn about the Langar, the temple’s large community kitchen. The visit includes the Akal Takht, the Sikh parliament building, the Tempio d'Oro shrine within the Golden Temple complex, and the 500-year-old Dukh Bhanjani Ber Tree. Next, the tour continues to Jallianwala Bagh for a 15-minute visit to the garden commemorating the 1919 massacre. Then, you visit the Partition Museum for about 45 minutes, which documents the 1947 partition of India. Note the museum is closed on Mondays. The itinerary also includes Gobindgarh Fort and the War Memorial and Museum, though no specific stop durations are listed for these. The day concludes at the Wagah Border with a 90-minute guided visit to observe the border ceremony between India and Pakistan. The guide assists with timing and logistics to avoid delays. The tour includes private transportation, an English-speaking guide, local insights, photo stops, new head covers for entering religious sites, and a complimentary drink. Tips and VIP seats for the Wagah ceremony are not included. Comfortable clothing covering arms and legs is required for religious sites, and visitors should avoid heavy bags and loose footwear.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Golden Temple
Spend about 90 minutes touring the Golden Temple complex with a guide. See the sacred changing of the Guru Granth Sahib and learn about the Langar, the temple’s large community kitchen.
90 min
Akal Takht
Visit the Akal Takht, known as the house of God and the Sikh parliament, for about 10 minutes.
10 min
Tempio d'Oro
See the sacred shrine inside the Golden Temple grounds during a 5-minute stop.
5 min
Dukh Bhanjani Ber Tree
Visit the 500-year-old healing tree called the Dukh Bhanjani Ber Tree for about 5 minutes.
5 min
Jallianwala Bagh
Spend 15 minutes at Jallianwala Bagh, the garden commemorating the historic 1919 massacre.
15 min
The Partition Museum
Visit the Partition Museum for about 45 minutes. It displays information about the 1947 partition genocide. Note it is closed on Mondays.
45 min
Gobindgarh Fort
Stop at Gobindgarh Fort for a visit; specific duration is not listed.
War Memorial & Museum
Visit the War Memorial and Museum; no specific duration is provided.
Wagah Border
Attend the Wagah Border Ceremony with a 90-minute guided stop. The guide manages timing to ensure a smooth experience.
90 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Amritsar City Tour Including Golden Temple and Wagah Border Ceremony
by Globe Trek Tours and Sightseeing.
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$107.80Overview
This full-day bus tour in Amritsar lasts about 8 to 9 hours and covers major historical and cultural sites. The tour begins at the Golden Temple, where a guide spends about 90 minutes explaining the spiritual importance of this Sikh landmark. You will see the changing of the Guru Granth Sahib and learn about the Langar, the temple’s large community kitchen. The visit includes the Akal Takht, the Sikh parliament building, the Tempio d'Oro shrine within the Golden Temple complex, and the 500-year-old Dukh Bhanjani Ber Tree. Next, the tour continues to Jallianwala Bagh for a 15-minute visit to the garden commemorating the 1919 massacre. Then, you visit the Partition Museum for about 45 minutes, which documents the 1947 partition of India. Note the museum is closed on Mondays. The itinerary also includes Gobindgarh Fort and the War Memorial and Museum, though no specific stop durations are listed for these. The day concludes at the Wagah Border with a 90-minute guided visit to observe the border ceremony between India and Pakistan. The guide assists with timing and logistics to avoid delays. The tour includes private transportation, an English-speaking guide, local insights, photo stops, new head covers for entering religious sites, and a complimentary drink. Tips and VIP seats for the Wagah ceremony are not included. Comfortable clothing covering arms and legs is required for religious sites, and visitors should avoid heavy bags and loose footwear.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Golden Temple
Spend about 90 minutes touring the Golden Temple complex with a guide. See the sacred changing of the Guru Granth Sahib and learn about the Langar, the temple’s large community kitchen.
90 min
Akal Takht
Visit the Akal Takht, known as the house of God and the Sikh parliament, for about 10 minutes.
10 min
Tempio d'Oro
See the sacred shrine inside the Golden Temple grounds during a 5-minute stop.
5 min
Dukh Bhanjani Ber Tree
Visit the 500-year-old healing tree called the Dukh Bhanjani Ber Tree for about 5 minutes.
5 min
Jallianwala Bagh
Spend 15 minutes at Jallianwala Bagh, the garden commemorating the historic 1919 massacre.
15 min
The Partition Museum
Visit the Partition Museum for about 45 minutes. It displays information about the 1947 partition genocide. Note it is closed on Mondays.
45 min
Gobindgarh Fort
Stop at Gobindgarh Fort for a visit; specific duration is not listed.
War Memorial & Museum
Visit the War Memorial and Museum; no specific duration is provided.
Wagah Border
Attend the Wagah Border Ceremony with a 90-minute guided stop. The guide manages timing to ensure a smooth experience.
90 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.