Border Ceremony at Wagah

Duration: 5 hrs including drive time

Introduction: Wagah is a key land border crossing between India and Pakistan. Every day, the lowering of the flags ceremony is conducted here by the Indian Border Security Force and the Pakistan Rangers. It is attended by hundreds of people each day - Indians, Pakistanis and foreigners.

Tour coverage: We will drive from Amritsar to Wagah (1hr) to witness the famous border ceremony. Both sides throw themselves into the ceremony at full throttle, with a great deal of theatrics, bluster and mock aggression. The crowds enjoy the dramatic performance and the festival-like atmosphere: patriotic songs, chants, hooting and cheering. But apart from this nationalist fervour, both sides coordinate closely with each other to pull off the ceremony flawlessly, with firm handshakes at the beginning and end. The entire ceremony is an intense, fascinating spectacle to witness.

Starts: At your hotel, at 2:30 PM

Ends: At your hotel

When: All days of the week

Cost:

• Rs 1550 per person for 7-8 persons
• Rs 1950 per person for 5-6 persons
• Rs 2350 per person for 3-4 persons
• Rs 2950 per person for 2 persons
• Rs 5500 for a solo traveller

Includes: Pickup/drop from/to your hotel, AC transport, driver with cell phone, fuel, parking charges, tolls, knowledgeable English-speaking guide, bottled water and all taxes.

Excludes: Meals and tips

How to book a tour: Please write to deepa@magictoursofindia.com / magictours@live.com or call Deepa at +91 9867707414 for costs and other details.

Tour notes: It is important to go early to secure good seats. The venue is very crowded and noisy, so please follow your guide’s instructions. Take care of your belongings. There is a walk time of 15 minutes from the car park to the ceremony. There is a separate seating area for foreign visitors and non-resident Indians (please bring passport as id proof).