Sikh Pilgrimage

A Dip in the Hemkund Sarovar

Duration: 09 Nights / 10 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Rishikesh – Joshimath – Gobindghat – Ghangariya – Hemkund Sahib – Valley of Flowers – Ghangariya – Joshimath – Rishikesh – Delhi

Hemkund Sahib, surrounded by seven snow-clad peaks, reflects majestically in its bluish-green waters, offering a divine and breathtaking sight. The sacred lake is an important Sikh pilgrimage site. As mentioned in the Guru Granth Sahib, Guru Gobind Singh meditated here in one of his previous births. In 1930, Havildar Sohan Singh rediscovered this lake, identifying it with the one referred to in the scriptures.

Day 01: Arrive Delhi
On arrival, assistance and transfer to hotel. After lunch, visit Gurudwaras Sisganj, Bangla Sahib, and Rakab Ganj. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

Day 02: Delhi – Rishikesh (230 kms / 6 hrs)
After breakfast, drive to Rishikesh. On arrival, check in and have lunch. Visit Laxman Jhoola, Muni-Ki-Reti, and the local Gurudwara. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Rishikesh – Joshimath (290 kms / 10 hrs)
After breakfast and a short Gurudwara visit, drive to Joshimath with lunch en route. Dinner and overnight stay at Tourist Rest House.

Day 04: Joshimath – Gobindghat – Ghangariya
After breakfast, drive to Gobindghat (18 kms / 1 hr), located at the confluence of Laxman Ganga and Alaknanda Rivers at Vishnu Prayag. Lunch at Gurudwara. Begin a 14 km trek to Ghangariya, the base camp for Hemkund Sahib. Dinner and overnight stay at Tourist Rest House.

Day 05: Ghangariya – Hemkund Sahib – Ghangariya
After breakfast, trek 5 kms (approx. 3 hrs) to Hemkund Sahib (4239 m), where Guru Gobind Singh is believed to have meditated in a past life. A Gurudwara by the sacred lake marks the site. Return to Ghangariya for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 06: Ghangariya – Valley of Flowers – Ghangariya
After breakfast, trek 4 kms (2.5 hrs) to the Valley of Flowers, carrying packed lunch. Witness rare Himalayan flora such as Brahm Kamal (Saussurea Obvalata), Himalayan Blue Poppy (Meconopsis Aculata), and others. Return to Ghangariya for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 07: Ghangariya – Gobindghat – Joshimath
After breakfast, trek down to Gobindghat. Enjoy lunch, then drive back to Joshimath. Dinner and overnight stay at Tourist Rest House.

Day 08: Joshimath – Rishikesh (290 kms / 10 hrs)
After breakfast, drive to Rishikesh with lunch at Srinagar en route. Check in at hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 09: Rishikesh – Delhi (230 kms / 6 hrs)
After breakfast, drive back to Delhi. En route, visit Har-Ki-Pauri at Haridwar. Continue to Delhi, check in at hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 10: Delhi – Back Home
After breakfast, transfer to airport for flight to onward destination.

Golden Temple Tour
Duration: 06 Nights / 07 Days
Places Covered: Delhi - Chandigarh - Parivar Vichhora - Anandpur Sahib - Chandigarh - Amritsar - Tarn Taran - Gobindwal - Hazoor Sahib - Amritsar - Jalianwala Bagh - Baba Bakala - Wagah Border - Amritsar - Delhi

Golden Temple, the holiest Sikh shrine, offers peace, devotion, and a deep insight into Sikh principles. This pilgrimage tour takes you through historic Gurudwaras, sacred sites, and the spiritual essence of Punjab, blending devotion with history.

Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrival in Delhi. Transfer to hotel. Afternoon visit Gurudwara Sisganj, Bangla Sahib & Rakabganj. Overnight stay.

Day 02: Delhi – Chandigarh – Parivar Vichhora – Anandpur Sahib – Chandigarh
Drive to Chandigarh (238 kms / 5 hrs). Check-in at hotel. Afternoon excursion to Parivar Vichorra (52 kms / 2 hrs) and Anandpur Sahib (30 kms / 1 hr) – the fortress temple founded by Guru Tegh Bahadur. Return to Chandigarh. Overnight stay.

Day 03: Chandigarh – Amritsar
Morning Chandigarh tour: Museum, High Court, Assembly Chamber, Rock Garden. Afternoon drive to Amritsar (250 kms / 6.5 hrs). Founded by Guru Ramdas, the city is home to Sikh religion and culture. Check-in at hotel. Overnight in Amritsar.

Day 04: Amritsar – Tarn Taran – Gobindwal – Hazoor Sahib – Amritsar
Excursion to Tarn Taran (22 kms / 45 min), famous for its sacred tank. Continue to Gobindwal (23 kms / 30 min), associated with Guru Amar Das, with its unique 84-step Baoli. Proceed to Hazoor Sahib (10 kms / 15 min), memorial of Guru Angad Dev built by Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Return to Amritsar. Afternoon visit the Golden Temple (Darbar Sahib/Har Mandir Sahib), built amidst the holy pool. Its dome is gilded with over 400 kg of gold leaf. Also visit Akal Takht, seat of Sikh authority. Overnight stay.

Day 05: Amritsar – Jalianwala Bagh – Baba Bakala – Wagah Border – Amritsar
Visit Jalianwala Bagh, site of the 1919 massacre, now a national memorial. Proceed to Baba Bakala (21 kms / 45 min), associated with Guru Tegh Bahadur, hosting a grand fair on Raksha Bandhan. Later, visit Wagah Border to witness the ceremonial parade and flag lowering. Return to Amritsar. Overnight stay.

Day 06: Amritsar – Delhi
Transfer to station to board Shatabdi Express to Delhi. On arrival, transfer to hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 07: Delhi – Departure
Morning half-day sightseeing: Red Fort, India Gate, and Qutub Minar. Check out by 12:00 hrs and transfer to airport for onward flight.