India is known for its diversity. Different cultures, traditions and religions exist harmoniously and set an example of unity in diversity. Traveling through the country would give you a glimpse into how the people are still rooted to their values and customs. Sikhism is one of the many religions followed in India. The roots are based in Punjab and rural Haryana. Gurudwaras are the main shrines in Sikhism and are known for their grand architecture.
The best of Sikhism tour is a 14 tour that covers some of the most popular Takhts of Sikhism. You would be visiting Chandigarh, Ropar, Fategarh, Anandpur, Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Goindwal, and Patna. Other destinations covered include aranasi, Agra and Delhi.
Day 01: Delhi Arrival
On your arrival in Delhi, you will be greeted by our representative at the airport and would be driven to your hotel. Once you check in, we leave you at your leisure to relax for the day. We have not planned any activity for the day. However, If you wish you can explore the nearby area along with our representative.
Day 02: Delhi Sightseeing
The day is planned for a splendid city tour of New Delhi which will include halts at India Gate, Humayun's Tomb, and Qutub Minar. When you return your overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 03: Gurdwaras and Old Delhi Excursion
The day is full of visits to interesting places of Delhi. We would start with visiting Gurdwara Bangla Sahib in Connaught Place. If time permits you can explore Chandni Chowk market area. We leave you to decide whether you want to spend the evening in the market or visit the Red Fort and Jama Masjid. When you return your overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 04: Delhi- Chandigarh
Get ready for a train journey today. We leave in the morning to catch the Shatabdi train to Chandigarh. Your night today will be at a hotel in Chandigarh.
Day 05: To Anandpur via Ropar and Fatehgarh
We would drive to Anandpur today via the shrine of Fategarh and Ropar. Your overnight stay will be at the Hotel.
Day 06: Amritsar
We would explore the city of Amritsar today. We would start with a visit to Anandpur - The Holy City of Bliss where the tenth Guru, Gobind Singh, instituted the Khalsa in 1699. We leave the rest of the day at your leisure to explore the city on your own. You could consult our representative to help you know the places you could visit.
Day 07: Full day Golden Temple Tour
The day is kept for a full day visit to the Golden Temple. It is one of India's most fabulous monuments. You can take part in the temple activities and eat the langar (Meals served at the temple).
Day 08: Full Day Excursion to Tarn Taran and Goindwal
We would be visiting the nearby shrines of Tarn Taran and Goindwal. Goindwal was the first Sikh pilgrimage centre in India. When you return your overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 09: To Patna via Delhi
Get ready to check out to board the early morning Shatabdi train to Delhi. When you arrive our representative will be at the airport to help you catch the connecting flight to Patna. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Patna.
Day 10: Visit the Birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh
Your day today is planned for a visit to the most important takht after Amritsar - the birthplace of the final Guru, Gobind Singh. When you return your overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 11: Patna - Varanasi
We have planned a visit to the Patna museum in the morning. When you return, your chauffer driven car will be ready to take you to the railway station where you board the train to Varanasi.
When you reach you will be driven to your guest house in Varanasi. A short tour to the major Temples of Varanasi is scheduled in the evening. Your overnight stay today will be at the hotel in Varanasi.
Day 12: Moring Boat Tour. Afternoon Train to Agra
Get ready for a boat ride on the Holy River Ganges. When you return we would transfer you to the railway station to board the train to Agra. When you reach we would proceed for a tour of the charismatic Taj Mahal and the majestic Red Fort. Your overnight stay today will be in the palace in Agra.
Your Agra tour would end and we would drive towards Delhi, where you spend the night today.
Day 14: International Departure
It will be your last day of the tour day. A chauffeur driven car will pick you from your hotel to drop you at the airport where we say good bye to you. You would be boarding your international flight to go back home.
Our services would end here.