Amritsar holiday Packages
One of the most popular destinations in India, the city has managed to retain its original charm, evident in the winding streets, beautiful architecture, and bustling markets. If you're taking your package holiday to Amritsar with the whole family, you'll find plenty of family attractions to keep younger visitors happy, such as water parks and theme parks. For those who want to enjoy a slice of the high life there are some excellent and luxurious hotels from which to explore this kaleidoscopic city.
Widely hailed as the 'Food Capital of Punjab', Amritsar is ideal for those who like to sample the local cuisine. Culinary packages to Amritsar will see you trying everything from kulcha bread served on the roadside, to elegant and elaborate meals served in beautiful restaurants.
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For sightseeing, the best time to take your holiday packages to Amritsar is between November and March, when the temperature is in the mid-to-high 20s°C. Between April and July, temperatures leap into the mid-30s°C peaking at around 40°C.
Amritsar holiday experiences
- Head to the Golden Temple in April to catch the sights, sounds and smells of the Baisakhi Festival. Also known as the Vaisakhi Festival, you can expect the grounds around the temple to be transformed into a colourful carnival of dancing, live music and sizzling, spicy street food.
- If you've any shoppers in your group, there are plenty of bargains to be found in Amritsar's Old City. The narrow streets are lined with quirky shops and street-side stalls, selling everything from handmade goods and local produce to exotic jewellery and clothing.
- To see some of the local wildlife a visit to the Harike Wetland is a must. With lush greenery and vast lakes, you can expect to see a variety of spectacular birds, as well as turtles, frogs, and shimmering fish.