Nankana Sahib Yatra
The Nankana Sahib Yatra is a 3-day pilgrimage from Lahore to Nankana Sahib, the birthplace of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, with Gurdwara Janam Asthan and the other historic gurdwaras linked to his childhood.
- Duration3 Days
- PaceEasy
- GurdwarasJanam Asthan & Nankana gurdwaras
- Best SeasonOctober – April
- GroupPrivate, 2+
The Birthplace of Guru Nanak Dev Ji
Nankana Sahib, west of Lahore, is where Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born in 1469. Today the town is home to several historic gurdwaras, each linked to a moment of his early life, and it is one of the most important places of pilgrimage for Sikhs around the world.
On the Nankana Sahib Yatra we spend a full day in Nankana Sahib for darshan at Gurdwara Janam Asthan, and visit Gurdwara Bal Lila, Patti Sahib, Kiara Sahib, Mal Ji Sahib and Tambu Sahib, with time for kirtan and langar.
Trip Highlights
- Darshan at Gurdwara Janam Asthan
- Gurdwara Bal Lila and Patti Sahib
- Gurdwara Kiara Sahib, Mal Ji Sahib and Tambu Sahib
- Kirtan and langar in Nankana Sahib
- Gurdwara Dera Sahib in Lahore
- Sikh heritage guide throughout
Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Lahore
Our team meets you at the airport and transfers you to your hotel. Evening at Gurdwara Dera Sahib.
Overnight: HotelDay 2Nankana Sahib
Drive about 2 hours to Nankana Sahib for darshan at Gurdwara Janam Asthan and the other historic gurdwaras, then return to Lahore.
Overnight: HotelDay 3Sikh Lahore and depart
Visit the Samadhi of Maharaja Ranjit Singh and Gurdwara Janam Asthan Guru Ram Das, then transfer to the airport.
Overnight: —Itineraries can change with Gurpurab dates, crowd arrangements and security rules at the gurdwaras. Your guide will always put safety first.
What's Included
Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Hotel in Lahore
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver
- Sikh heritage guide throughout
- Help with gurdwara entry formalities and registration
- Daily breakfast; langar at the gurdwaras
- Letter of invitation (LOI) for your Pakistan visa
Not Included
- International flights to and from Pakistan
- Pakistan visa fee
- Travel insurance
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Tips for guide and driver
- Anything not listed under "Included"
Moments from the Trail
Why Choose the Nankana Sahib Yatra?
The Nankana Sahib Yatra takes you to the very beginning of the Sikh faith. Visiting the places where Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born and grew up is deeply moving for every Sikh.
Combine it with the Kartarpur Sahib Yatra, or include both on the Grand Sikh Yatra of Pakistan.
Before you travel, read our Pakistan visa guide and our advice on travel insurance, or browse all our Sikh yatra tours in Pakistan.
Plan the rest of your trip
Good to Know
Darshan & Seva
We plan unhurried time for darshan, ardaas, kirtan and seva at each gurdwara, and langar is served at most of them. Tell us your wishes and we will plan the day around them.
Visas for Yatris
We provide a Letter of Invitation for most nationalities, including Sikhs from the UK, Canada, the USA and Europe. Indian yatris usually travel under special government arrangements, and we can advise on the process.
Etiquette
Cover your head, remove your shoes and wash your feet before entering. Tobacco and alcohol are not allowed in gurdwaras. Modest dress is expected.
When to Go
October to April is the most pleasant time. Guru Nanak Dev Ji's Gurpurab in November is the biggest celebration of the year in Nankana Sahib, and very crowded. Read our guide to the best time to visit Pakistan.
Reserve Your Place on the Tour
Message us with your preferred dates and group size, and our team will send you full details and a quote for your Nankana Sahib Yatra.
