Itinerary
- Day 1
Amritsar
You'll arrive in Amritsar and head straight to the Golden Temple, the spiritual center of Sikhism. The temple's golden structure reflects beautifully in the surrounding pool, and you can walk around the complex and observe the community kitchen in action. Later in the evening, drive out to the Wagah border crossing to catch the Beating Retreat Ceremony, where Indian and Pakistani border guards perform an intense display of high kicks and dramatic marching as they close the gates for the night. It's quite a show, and the energy between both sides is almost theatrical despite the political tension.
- Start point
- Amritsar, Punjab, India (As per flight schedule arrival transfer from airport/ railway station to hotel., 09:00 - 20:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Golden Temple
- Witness Beating Retreat Ceremony at Wagah border
Landmarks/POIs Golden Temple Wagah Border 
- Day 2
Amritsar to Dalhousie
This morning you'll explore more of Amritsar's religious and cultural sites, starting with the Durgiana Temple dedicated to the goddess Durga. After that, check out the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum to learn about the Sikh empire's history, then walk through Gobindgarh Fort and its surrounding areas. By early afternoon, you'll head out toward Dalhousie, a colonial hill station set in the Himalayan foothills. The drive takes several hours through changing landscapes, and you'll arrive in time to settle into your hotel before dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Durgiana Temple
- Explore Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum
- Visit Gobindgarh Fort
Landmarks/POIs Durgiana Temple Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum Gobindgarh Fort 
- Day 3
Dalhousie
Spend the morning walking around Dalhousie checking out St. Francis and St. John's churches, both remnants from the British colonial period with their characteristic stone architecture. Throughout the day, you'll notice the Dhauladhar mountain range rising in the distance, and there are several viewpoints where you can stop and take in the scenery. The town itself has tree-lined streets and cool mountain air, so you might wander through different neighborhoods, grab lunch at a local café, and return for an evening stroll through the quieter parts of town as the sun sets over the hills.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit St. Francis Church
- Visit St. John's Church
Landmarks/POIs St. Francis Church St. John's Church Dhauladhar Range - Day 4
Dalhousie to Dharamsala
You'll leave Dalhousie and travel through winding mountain roads toward Dharamsala, which has become a significant cultural center for Tibetan refugees and exiles. Once you check into your hotel, take some time to walk through the local market where you'll find Tibetan-made handicrafts, prayer beads, and loose-leaf teas. The atmosphere here is quite different from other Indian towns, with prayer flags and Tibetan influences visible throughout. Spend the evening getting a feel for the area and maybe grabbing dinner at one of the many small restaurants run by Tibetan families.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore local market with Tibetan handicrafts and teas
Landmarks/POIs Dharamsala Local Market 
- Day 5
McLeodganj
Travel up to McLeodganj, the heart of Tibetan culture in the region, and visit the Tsuglagkhang Temple complex, which serves as a major pilgrimage site for Tibetan Buddhists. From there, head to Bhagsunath Temple where a waterfall cascades nearby, creating a nice spot to sit and take a break. After lunch, walk around Dal Lake (smaller than others you might have seen) and then find the Church of St. John in the Wilderness, a beautiful colonial church surrounded by pine forests. Spend the rest of the afternoon browsing the local market with its mix of Tibetan shops, bookstores, and restaurants before heading back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Tsuglagkhang Temple
- Visit Bhagsunath Temple and waterfall
- Walk along Dal Lake
- Visit Church of St. John in the Wilderness
- Explore local market
Landmarks/POIs Tsuglagkhang Temple Bhagsunath Temple Bhagsunath Waterfall Dal Lake Church of St. John in the Wilderness 
- Day 6
Departure
You'll have breakfast at your hotel this morning, reflecting on the past few days through the region's temples, forts, and cultural blend. Afterward, depending on your flight schedule, you'll head out from either Dharamsala or back to Amritsar for your departure. The trip covers a lot of ground spiritually and historically, from Sikh sacred sites to colonial architecture to Tibetan exile communities, so there's plenty to process as you leave.
- Meals
- Breakfast
