Amritsar, as the name suggests, is rightfully a pool of nectar. Located in the state of Punjab, Amritsar is one of the most important pilgrimage centres especially for the Sikhs in the country. The city is characterised by some of the must visit religious, historical as well as contemporary sites of importance. The Golden Temple, where Sikhs from all over the world come to pay their reverence to Guru Granth Sahib and take a dip in the Amrit Saras Kund (Pool of Immortality) for spiritual purification is the major landmark of the place. Amritsar is also characterised by the hard working and warm-hearted people.
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Sightseeing
There are a number of tourist attractions to visit in and around Amritsar. However, most of the places are of religious and historical importance. Golden temple which is located in the heart of the city, the Jalianwallah Bagh which is a memorial of the martyrs of the 1919, the Durgiana Mandir that is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Durga, Baba Atal Rai Tower and the Wagah Border are some of the main tourist attractions out here.
Excursions
An excursion outside the city is a must while in Amritsar. Tarn Taran which is famous for its sacred tank, Gobindwal Sahib (famous as the final resting place of Guru Angad Devji), Amanat Khan Serai(known for its ornamental gateway, Baba Bakala (famous for its Gurudwara dedicated to Guru Tegh Bahadurji) and Dharamsala, a popular hill station in the neighbouring Himachal Pradesh, are some of the must visit excursion points easily accessible from the city of Amritsar. |
The rates are net in US $ |
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Mini Coach |
Large Coach |
Tempo |
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TRANSPORT SERVICES |
1-3 persons |
4-5 persons |
10-15 persons |
20-30 persons |
6-9 persons |
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Non AC |
AC |
Non AC |
AC |
Non AC |
AC |
Non AC |
AC |
Non AC |
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TRANSFERS |
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Airport to City Centre 12 Kms-20 mts. |
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A. |
Airport to Hotel or Vice Versa |
16 |
20 |
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47 |
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B. |
Railway Station to Hotel or Vice Versa |
6 |
8 |
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26 |
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C. |
Amritsar to Wagah Border or Vice Versa |
36 |
43 |
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95 |
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7 |
12 |
SIGHTSEEING |
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Half day city including Golden Temple |
21 |
30 |
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62 |
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8 |
14 |
EXCURSIONS |
A. |
Half day Taran Taran |
32 |
38 |
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95 |
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7 |
12 |
B. |
Two days to Dharamsala and back |
165 |
201 |
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46 |
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Hotel Accommodation is not included. |
