Amritsar with Vaishno Devi Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Amritsar

• Arrival: Arrive at Amritsar airport or railway station, where you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in.
• Evening Visit: In the evening, visit the Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib), one of the most revered spiritual sites in India. Experience the temple’s serene beauty, peaceful atmosphere, and majestic golden architecture.
• Market Exploration: After your visit, explore the surrounding market to shop for local handicrafts, religious artifacts, and enjoy delicious street food like Amritsari Kulcha and Lassi.
• Overnight Stay: Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Amritsar.

Day 2: Amritsar Sightseeing

• Morning: After breakfast, visit Jallianwala Bagh, a historic park that commemorates the tragic 1919 massacre. Learn about the historical significance of the event.
• Durgiana Temple: Next, explore the Durgiana Temple, also known as the Silver Temple, famous for its beautiful architecture and intricate design.
• Partition Museum: Visit the Partition Museum, which provides insight into the heartbreaking partition of India in 1947, and its lasting effects on the people of the subcontinent.
• Evening Visit to Wagah Border: In the evening, head to the Wagah Border to witness the flag-lowering ceremony, a highly charged and dramatic event where soldiers from both India and Pakistan perform synchronized steps.
• Overnight Stay: Return to your hotel in Amritsar for an overnight stay.

Day 3: Amritsar to Katra (Vaishno Devi Base Camp)

• Morning: After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Amritsar and transfer to Katra, the base camp for the famous Vaishno Devi pilgrimage. The journey from Amritsar to Katra takes approximately 6-7 hours by road.
• Arrival in Katra: Check in at your hotel in Katra and unwind.
• Leisure Time: Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the local market or relaxing in the peaceful surroundings of Katra.
• Overnight Stay: Spend the night in Katra.

Day 4: Vaishno Devi Yatra

• Early Morning Trek: After breakfast, start your trek to the Vaishno Devi Shrine, which is around 12 kilometers uphill. The trek takes approximately 5-6 hours to complete.
• Vaishno Devi Darshan: Upon reaching the shrine, you will seek blessings and offer prayers at one of the most important Hindu pilgrimage sites in India. Experience the divine energy of the sacred cave and the Goddess Vaishno Devi.
• Return Trek: After your darshan, trek back to Katra to return to your hotel.
• Overnight Stay: Rest at your hotel in Katra after a long day of trekking.

Day 5: Katra to Amritsar and Departure

• Morning: After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Katra and transfer back to Amritsar. The journey takes about 6-7 hours.
• Amritsar Exploration: Upon arrival, you can visit any remaining attractions in Amritsar, or take some time for last-minute shopping at the local market.
• Departure: Depending on your departure time, transfer to the Amritsar airport or railway station for your onward journey.

This 5-day tour by Agam Travels offers a blend of spiritual experiences at the Golden Temple and Vaishno Devi, along with cultural and historical exploration in Amritsar. Whether you’re seeking blessings at sacred shrines or discovering the stories of India’s past, this itinerary provides a balanced and enriching experience.