Day 1: Arrive in Amritsar and check into your hotel. After freshening up, visit the Wagah Border to witness the famous evening retreat ceremony filled with patriotic energy. Later, head to the Golden Temple, shimmering under the night lights, for an unforgettable spiritual experience. Walk around the sacred sarovar and enjoy the peaceful chants. Have langar at the temple before returning to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Begin your day with a sunrise visit to the Golden Temple for darshan in a serene atmosphere. Later, explore the Jallianwala Bagh memorial and Partition Museum to understand the city’s historical importance. Spend the afternoon shopping at Hall Bazaar for traditional Punjabi juttis and phulkari embroidery. In the evening, enjoy Amritsari delicacies like kulcha with lassi at a local eatery before relaxing at your hotel.

Day 3: After breakfast, drive from Amritsar to Dalhousie. On the way, admire lush valleys, pine forests, and hill villages. Arrive in Dalhousie and check into your hotel. Spend the evening strolling through Gandhi Chowk, enjoying panoramic views, and soaking in the colonial charm of the hill station. Dinner and overnight stay in Dalhousie.

Day 4: Take an excursion to Khajjiar, known as the ‘Mini Switzerland of India’. Walk across its lush green meadow, surrounded by cedar forests, and try horse riding or zorbing. Visit Khajji Nag Temple and enjoy breathtaking mountain views. Return to Dalhousie in the evening, stopping at scenic points for photography. Overnight stay in Dalhousie.

Day 5: Depart for Dharamshala, the land of the Dalai Lama. Visit McLeod Ganj’s Namgyal Monastery, Bhagsu Nag Temple, and the Tibetan Museum. Spend the evening at leisure exploring local cafes and handicraft shops. Overnight stay in Dharamshala.

Day 6: After breakfast, check out and depart for Amritsar or your onward destination, carrying with you the spiritual essence of the Golden Temple and the peaceful charm of Himachal.