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5-Day Foodie Itinerary in Punjab, December 2023

  1. Day 1: Amritsar
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport

    Start your day with a visit to the Golden Temple and enjoy the serenity of the peaceful surroundings. Try the popular breakfast dish – Amritsari Kulcha-Chana. Explore the Jallianwala Bagh, a garden memorial built to commemorate the martyrs of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre. In the evening, head over to Beera Chicken House and indulge in the famous Amritsari Tandoori Chicken and Naan.

  2. Day 2: Ludhiana
    2 hours (147.8 km) from Amritsar

    Get an early start and drive to Ludhiana to visit the Phillaur Fort, a historic site in the city. Along the way, stop by the famous road-side dhabas and enjoy some lip-smacking paranthas. In the afternoon, explore the Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum and learn about the rich history of the region. End your day at The Yellow Chilli, a restaurant by Sanjeev Kapoor, and relish their speciality dishes.

  3. Day 3: Patiala
    2 hours 30 minutes (138.5 km) from Ludhiana

    Visit the Qila Mubarak complex, a collection of architectural marvels. Indulge in the local delicacies such as Rajma Chawal and Lassi at the Punjabi Gali of Patiala. In the afternoon, explore the Baradari Garden and relax by the serene ambiance. For dinner, head over to the Sher-e-Punjab and try their signature dish – Patiala Shahi Paneer with Butter Naan.

  4. Day 4: Jalandhar
    1 hour 30 minutes (85.6 km) from Patiala

    Begin your day by visiting the Devi Talab Mandir, a temple dedicated to Goddess Durga. Next, visit the famous Nikku Park and enjoy the various rides and attractions. For lunch, head over to the lovely restaurant – The Great Kabab Factory – and dig into their mouth-watering kebabs. End the day with a visit to the Wonderland Theme Park and enjoy the various rides and attractions.

  5. Day 5: Chandigarh
    2 hours (146.8 km) from Jalandhar

    Begin your final day in Punjab by visiting the Rock Garden, a sculpture garden built from recycled materials. Next, head over to the Rose Garden and explore the various varieties of roses. For lunch, visit the popular restaurant, Pal Dhaba, known for its local Punjabi cuisine. End your trip by visiting the Sukhna Lake, a beautiful man-made lake in the heart of the city.

Recommendations

If you have the time, consider visiting the Wagah Border, a ceremony held every evening at the India-Pakistan border. You can also plan a side trip to visit the Virasat-e-Khalsa, a museum dedicated to the history and culture of the Sikhs. To maximize your fun, try and plan your trip around the Punjabi festivals such as Lohri and Baisakhi.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Amritsari Kulcha-Chana (Breakfast) - 1 hour, INR 200
  • Golden Temple - 1 hour, Free Entry
  • Jallianwala Bagh - 1 hour, INR 15
  • Beera Chicken House (Dinner) - 1 hour, INR 600
  • Paranthas (Breakfast) - 1 hour, INR 200
  • Phillaur Fort - 2 hours, INR 50
  • Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum - 2 hours, INR 100
  • The Yellow Chilli (Dinner) - 1 hour, INR 800
  • Rajma Chawal and Lassi (Lunch) - 1 hour, INR 200
  • Qila Mubarak complex - 2 hours, INR 50
  • Sher-e-Punjab (Dinner) - 1 hour, INR 500
  • Devi Talab Mandir - 1 hour, Free Entry
  • Nikku Park - 2 hours, INR 200
  • The Great Kabab Factory (Lunch) - 1 hour, INR 600
  • Wonderland Theme Park - 3 hours, INR 1000
  • Rock Garden - 2 hours, INR 50
  • Rose Garden - 1 hour, Free Entry
  • Pal Dhaba (Lunch) - 1 hour, INR 500
  • Sukhna Lake - 2 hours, Free Entry
  • Total Estimated Costs - INR 5115
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