Weekend Getaway to Amritsar from Delhi: A Cultural and Culinary Journey

Day 1: Arrival and Sightseeing

Amritsar, India on June 21, 2025

7:00am

Travel Delhi to Amritsar

Start early from Delhi via Shatabdi Express train or a morning flight to Amritsar. The train journey takes about 6 hours, while flight duration is around 1.5 hours.
INR1500-3000, 6h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Bharawan Da Dhaba

Enjoy authentic Punjabi cuisine at this popular local dhaba known for its rich flavors and traditional dishes like Amritsari kulcha and dal makhani.
INR300, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Jallianwala Bagh

Explore the historic site of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, with its preserved memorial garden symbolizing India’s struggle for freedom. Open from 8am to 7pm.
INR20, 1h0m

4:00pm

Check-in and Rest at Hotel

Check-in to a centrally located hotel like Hyatt Amritsar or Taj Swarna for comfort and accessibility. Recharge before evening activities.
INR6000-10000, 2h0m

6:00pm

Visit Partition Museum

Discover the poignant history of India’s Partition through curated exhibits at the Partition Museum in Town Hall, open till 7pm.
INR200, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Kesar Da Dhaba

Experience traditional Punjabi cuisine with dishes like lassi, stuffed parathas, and kadhi at one of Amritsar’s oldest eateries open till 10pm.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 2: Golden Temple & Wagah Border

Amritsar, India on June 22, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel or Brothers' Dhaba

Start the day with a hearty breakfast featuring Amritsari chole bhature or stuffed kulchas at Brothers' Dhaba, known for fresh local flavors.
INR250, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Golden Temple

Spend the morning visiting the iconic Golden Temple, Punjab’s holiest shrine, known for its stunning gold-encrusted architecture and spiritual ambiance. Open 24 hours.
Free, 2h0m

11:00am

Langar Meal at Golden Temple

Participate in the community kitchen experience by enjoying a wholesome, free vegetarian meal served at the temple’s langar.
Free, 1h0m

12:00pm

Visit Durgiana Temple

Visit the nearby Durgiana Temple, a beautiful Hindu temple resembling the Golden Temple in architecture, serene and photogenic.
INR50, 1h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Beera Chicken House

Delight in non-vegetarian Punjabi cuisine with their famous butter chicken and tandoori dishes, open till 3pm.
INR500, 1h0m

3:30pm

Rest at Hotel

Relax and rejuvenate at your hotel in preparation for the evening ceremony.
Included, 2h0m

5:30pm

Wagah Border Ceremony

Head to the Wagah Border to witness the famous sunset flag-lowering ceremony performed by the Indian and Pakistani border forces. Gates open at 4:30pm.
INR100, 2h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Crystal Restaurant

Enjoy a mix of North Indian and Mughlai flavors at the elegant Crystal Restaurant, ideal after the intense border experience.
INR600, 1h0m
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Day 3: Shopping & Departure

Amritsar, India on June 23, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Kanha Sweets

Savor traditional Punjabi sweets and snacks such as jalebi and samosas at this popular sweet shop.
INR150, 1h0m

8:30am

Shopping at Hall Bazaar

Explore Hall Bazaar for Punjabi textiles, juttis (traditional footwear), and handicrafts to take home as souvenirs.
Free to explore, 2h0m

11:00am

Check-out and Travel back to Delhi

Conclude your trip by checking out from the hotel and boarding the return train or flight to Delhi, reflecting on the rich cultural experience.
INR1500-3000, 6h0m
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