Cultural and Shopping Extravaganza in Amritsar

Day 1: Spiritual and Shopping Experience

Amritsar, India

8:00AM

Golden Temple

Begin your day at the awe-inspiring Golden Temple, soaking in the tranquillity and beauty of this sacred site, which opens to visitors at sunrise.
It's a 10-minute drive from most hotels in Amritsar. Entry is free.
Free, 2 hours

10:30AM

Jallianwala Bagh

Visit the historical site of Jallianwala Bagh to pay tributes to the martyrs of the massacre, reflecting on India's colonial past.
A short 5-minute walk from the Golden Temple. Entry is free.
Free, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at Kesar da Dhaba

Savour authentic North Indian cuisine at Kesar da Dhaba, famous for its creamy dal and buttery naan.
Located about a 10-minute drive from Jallianwala Bagh.
INR 800, 1 hour

1:30PM

Hall Bazaar

After lunch, indulge in some shopping at Hall Bazaar, where you can find vibrant fabrics, traditional handicrafts, and golden-yellow Punjabi juttis.
Just a 5-minute drive from the restaurant, or a pleasant 15-minute walk.
Varies by purchase, 2.5 hours
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Day 2: Historical and Cultural Marvels

Amritsar, India

9:00AM

Partition Museum

Start your day at the Partition Museum, where you can gain insights into the harrowing stories and incredible resilience during the partition of India.
A 15-minute drive from most hotels. Entry fee is INR 10 for Indian nationals and INR 250 for foreign nationals.
INR 10 - 250, 2 hours

11:30AM

Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum

Explore the life of Maharaja Ranjit Singh through an impressive collection of paintings and relics at this museum housed in his former summer palace.
A 20-minute drive from the Partition Museum. Entry fee is INR 40 for adults.
INR 40, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Bharawan Da Dhaba

Enjoy a delicious Punjabi meal at Bharawan Da Dhaba, famous for its thalis and lassi, perfect for refuelling after a morning of exploration.
A 15-minute drive from the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum.
INR 600, 1 hour

2:30PM

Durgiana Temple

Visit the Durgiana Temple, known for its striking architecture and spiritual ambiance, often referred to as the 'Silver Temple' because of its intricate decoration.
Located just a 10-minute drive from the restaurant. Entry is free.
Free, 1 hour

4:00PM

Shastri Market

Conclude your shopping spree at Shastri Market, where you can find traditional clothes, accessories, and authentic Punjabi souvenirs to share your experience with friends back home.
A quick 15-minute drive from Durgiana Temple.
Varies by purchase, 1.5 hours
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