Wagah Border Closing Ceremony - Photo 1, Wagah Border Closing Ceremony
6
Tour

Wagah Border Closing Ceremony

Are you in Amritsar? Then you can't miss the Wagah Border Closing Ceremony, a unique military spectacle of the lowering of the flags of India and Pakistan!

  • 4 - 5 hours
  • 2 | 1 review

If you're visiting Amritsar, the Wagah Border Closing Ceremony is an event you simply must experience—a remarkable display featuring the flag-lowering of both India and Pakistan. Prepare to be captivated!

Ceremony Overview

At the scheduled time, our team will take you from your hotel in Amritsar to witness the Wagah Border Closing Ceremony. You will be able to observe this military event of the lowering of the flags between India and Pakistan up close!

After a scenic drive lasting around 40 minutes, we will reach the Wagah-Attari border. This extraordinary ceremony has been held daily since 1948. Upon arrival, you'll take your seat in the bleachers and enjoy a welcome drink as the event begins. During the ceremony, expect to see the closing of the border fence alongside border guards saluting and executing various military formations and maneuvers.

As the Wagah border closes, we will share insights into the history of this tradition and other fascinating facts. For instance, this ceremony is also referred to as the "Beating Retreat Ceremony". Each evening before sunset, soldiers from both India and Pakistan gather here for a 30-minute presentation showcasing their patriotism and unity.

After spending approximately 4-5 hours engrossed in this unique ceremony at the Wagah-Attari border, we will return you to your hotel in Amritsar and conclude our experience.

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop–off
  • Transport by bus or minibus
  • English–speaking guide
  • Admission fees
  • 1 bottle of water
  • A drink during the ceremony
  • Private and exclusive tour, nobody else will be in your group

Tips

  • Accessibility: Only some areas are accessible. Accessible toilets. Free wheelchair loan service available.

Location

Activity location

Khurmania Road, Restricted Area, Amritsar 143105, India

We use our own and third-party cookies to understand how you use our website, to compile statistics and to be able to improve it, as well as to adapt the content to your tastes and show you personalised advertising based on your browsing habits (e.g. pages visited). For more information click here