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AMRITSAR - SIRHIND |
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SIRHIND - ANANDPUR SAHIB JI
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OVERNIGHT ON TRAIN |
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0700 Hrs: Morning get ready to board the train in Amritsar and train departs to Sirhind.
1030 Hrs: Arrive Sirhind Railway station.

Gurudwara Fatehgarh Sahib Ji is a complex consisting of several important shrines linked to the Sahibzada's (younger sons) of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji. It is located about 5 Kms north of Sirhind and marks the sad site of the execution in 1705 of the two younger sons of the tenth Sikh master at the behest of Wazir Khan of Kunjpura, the faujdar of Sirhind.
Drive past all the important places of Sirhind and later enjoy the lunch at Aam Khas Bagh. It was built for the exclusive use of the Emperor Shah Jahan. The Royal couple used to stay here while going to and coming back from Lahore. There was adequate number of palaces for the comfortable stay of the Mughal Emperors. A close scrutiny of the remnants of the palaces clearly indicates that there was a perfect system of air-conditioning in the palaces and the monument is called 'SARAD KHANA'.
Post lunch, drive to Anandpur Sahib Ji(82 Kms / 02 Hrs)
Arrive Anandpur Sahib Ji and visit Virasat-E-Khalsa Heritage Center - - is inspired by the rich natural landscape of Sri Anandpur Sahib Ji, while also drawing heavily from Sikh and regional architecture. Contrary to the tradition of domes which crown the sacred Sikh sites, the roofs of the Museum are concave-shaped receptors facing the sky. Sheathed in stainless steel, they reflect the sun's light towards the Gurudwara and the Fort. See the world's largest mural, the entire history of Sikhism has been shown through hand crafted artefacts.
* Tea and coffee will be served during the visit. One can use the facilities available at the Heritage Centre.
1930 Hrs: In the evening, visit the main "Takht of Sri Keshgarh Sahib Ji Gurudwara" for "Shastra Darshan". It is the birthplace of Khalsa. The order of the Khalsa was founded here by Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji in 1699. The “Khalsa” is the name given by Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji to his followers.
The weapons of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji are displayed here. The most precious of these is actual "Khanda" (double edged sword) used by Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji to prepare "Amrit" used in the first Khalsa initiation ceremony.
2245 Hrs: In the evening, return to the train station for departure to Bhatinda.
Overnight on board.
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DAY 02 – 02 JAN'13 (WED) |
BHATINDA |
OVERNIGHT ON TRAIN |
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0800 Hrs: Arrive Bhatinda railway station. After quick wash & change, enjoy leisurely breakfast at hotel in Bhatinda and you will get an opportunity to visit the holy "Takht Sri Damdama Sahib Ji".
"Takht Sri Damdama Sahib Ji" holds great significance for Sikhs for it is the place where the guru sought rest and refuge during his battles with the Mughals. Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji stayed in Damdama Sahib Ji for nine months and it was here that he worked on the Adi Granth. He made Damdama the center for propagating the Sikh faith and called it 'Khalsa De Takht' or Throne of the Khalsa. He had a special stamp issued bearing the inscription 'Amal Sahai, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Ki Jagha Takht Damdama Ji' clearly demonstrating the importance of the place. This stamp was used on all the important documents issued by the Guru from Damdama Sahib Ji.
1300 Hrs: Langar at the Gurudwara Sahib Ji.
1830 Hrs: In the evening, enjoy refreshments on board and later train departs to Delhi.
Dinner and overnight on board.
0500 Hrs: Arrive Delhi railway station and transfer to Delhi airport to board the charter flight at approx. 0700 Hrs to Patna.
1000 Hrs: Arrive Patna airport and proceed to the hotel for quick wash and change.
1230 Hrs: Proceed for the lunch at the revolving restaurant in Patna.
1400 Hrs: Post lunch, visit of Patna Sahib Ji.
"Takht Sri Patna Sahib Ji" The Gurudwara at Patna Sahib Ji was founded in remembrance of the birth place of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji. This Gurudwara too, was built by Maharaja Ranjit Singh (1780-1839), the first Maharaja of the Sikh Empire, on the banks of Ganges River in Patna in Bihar state.
Darshan of "Guru Ka Bagh" Gurudwara and, "Gurudwara Gayaghat".
1700 Hrs: Transfer to Patna airport to board the Charter flight to Nanded.
1930 Hrs: Arrive Nanded and transfer to Gurudwara.
Laser Show at Guru Ka Bagh, Hazur Sahib Ji(SPECIAL SHOW CAN BE ARRANGED DEPENDING UPON ARRIVAL TIME)
Overnight in a Sarais or Guest House at Sri Hazur Sahib Ji, Nanded.
* Charter timings are subject to change and will be finalized after the approval of DGCA.
Morning is at leisure.
1100 Hrs: Visit "Takht Sri Hazur Sahib Ji", principal shrine and Gurudwara Kangan Sahib Ji, Gurudwara Shikarghar Sahib Ji, Guru Ka Bagh.
"Takht Sri Hazur Sahib Ji" marks the site where Guru had his camp in 1708 AD after the departure of the Emperor Bahadur Shah. The tenth Guru held his court and congregation here and this shrine is erected on the very site of his own tent where he was convalescing after being attacked by assailants, where from he rose to heaven along with his horse Dilbag.
1400 HrsHrs: Langar at Hazur Sahib Ji.
1530 Hrs: Transfer to Nanded airport to board the flight to Delhi via Aurangabad at 1820 Hrs.
2230 Hrs: Arrive Delhi and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight in Delhi
Morning enjoy the leisure breakfast at your hotel
0830 Hrs: Start your tour with a visit to Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib Ji, located at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi was built on the place where Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb beheaded the ninth Sikh Guru Shri Tegh Bahadur in 1675. 'Shish' literally means 'the head'. The Guru was martyred along with three of his disciples, for protesting against forced conversion of Kashmiri Hindus by Aurangzeb.
It is said that his followers secretly took the Guru's head to Anandpur Sahib Ji and his body was taken for cremation to a house which is today known as Gurudwara Rakab Ganj Sahib Ji. Sis Ganj Sahib Ji is a prominent pilgrim center of the Sikh community and it is equally revered by the Hindus.
At the place of his martyrdom, stands Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib Ji as a symbol of unique sacrifice made by the Guru.
Thereafter, visit another Gurudwara - Bangla Sahib Ji, is one of the most popular places of worship in Delhi. Its gold-plated dome and white facade towers are impressive. On holidays especially, this place is packed with people. The Gurudwara is built on the site of a house where Guru Harkishen Dev, the eight Guru of the Sikhs, had stayed when he visited Delhi in 1664. The tank, which you can still see in the compound was apparently blessed by the Guru himself. Enthusiasts of Sikh history can visit the Baba Baghel Singh Museum within the Gurudwara complex.
1500 Hrs: Our service ends with a transfer to Delhi railway station to board the train to Amritsar Shatabdi at 1630 Hrs.
Train name |
Amritsar Shatabdi |
Departs Delhi |
1630 Hrs |
Arrives Amritsar |
2235 Hrs |
NOTE: LOCAL CONVEYANCE CAN BE ARRANGED AT AMRITSAR ON REQUEST
OR
One can travel to Amritsar from Delhi (460 Kms / 10 Hrs) by the Volvo buses arranged
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