Day 1
On arrival in Ahmedabad you will be met and transferred by road to Bhuj.The historic city of Bhuj is a typical example of a desert town located between two geographical features - Bhujiyo Dungar on the east & Hamirsar Lake on the west. Bhuj, with its surrounding wall, atmospheric bazaar areas, crenelated gateways, old palaces and striking temples still retains a medieval character.
Overnight stay at your hotel in Bhuj.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 2
After breakfast visit the villages of Bhuj. These are the last villages on the India-Pakistan border.Visit the village of Bhirandiyara for a taste of the exquisite Maavo and see the skilfully decorated,colourful Mud Bhungas (Mud huts)Continue to Nirona, the only place in the world where the tradition of Rogan art is still practiced.Visit Khavda, where one can find a tiny market and a few stalls serving up Kutchi snacks & tea.Continue to Ludiya Village, which is comprised of several hamlets belonging to the Meghwal & Samma Communities.Finally visit Dhordo village comprising of the Mutva community famous worldwide for the ‘Banni’ Handicrafts. Their craftsmanship and artistic works are so exquisite that many of the craftsmen have been honoured with national awards.
Overnight stay at your hotel in Bhuj.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3
After breakfast drive to Jamnagar; Jamnagar or the city of Jams was one of the most important princely states of Saurashtra. It is now famous for its Bandhani fabrics and zari work.On arrival in Jamnagar proceed on a tour visit the impressive Pratap Vilas Palace, the 16th century Darbargarh Palace the Willingdon Crescent and the museum at Lakota Island Palace. Later Visit Bala Hanuman Temple, It is a world famous temple, known for the continuous chanting of Jai Ram, Shri Ram. The chanting is going on since 1964 and has found a place for it in the Guinness Book of World Records.
Overnight stay at your hotel in Jamnagar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4
After breakfast drive to Dwarka; The small coastal town of Dwarka is one of the four most holy Hindu pilgrimage sites in India. It is here that Krishna founded his capital after leaving Mathura. The multi pillared Sabha Mandapa leads to a 60-pillared sanctum sanctorum that dates back 2500 years according to the scriptures.Later visit Bet Dwarka, Nageshwar Temple, Rukmani Temple and Gomati Talav and Mandir.
Overnight at your hotel in Dwarka
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5
After an early morning Aarti at the Dwarkadhish Temple proceed by road to Somnath visiting Porbunder en-route.Porbandar, the coastal heritage town is described in Skanda Purana as Sudamapuri and Ashmavati and had a flourishing trade with Africa and Arabia. The most impressive feature of Porbandar is the city planning and the stone buildings with ashlar masonry and rich carvings. Porbandar is also the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi.Later visit Kirti Mandir – the house of the Mahatma and Kasturba, his wife. Later continue your drive to Somnath.Somnath consists of a few streets leading away from its phoenix like shore temple dedicated to the Lord Shiva.Later visit the ruins of the Rudreshvara Temple.
Overnight at your hotel in Somnath.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6
After breakfast drive to Diu.A beautiful blend of sun, sand and sea, Diu is a picture of tranquillity with superb beaches and a fascinating history.Visit St. Paul’s Church, adorned with curiously treated volutes & shell-like motifs and the magnificent wood carving it is considered to be the most elaborate of all the Portuguese churches in India.Continue to St. Thomas Church and Museum, a huge edifice in gothic architecture built in 1598. Conclude your tour with a visit to Diu Fort and Nagoa beach
Overnight at your hotel in Diu.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7
After breakfast the entire day is at leisure to relax by the beach or indulge in some personal interests. Overnight stay at your hotel in Diu
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8
After breakfast drive to Sasan Gir, the most famous lion sanctuary in India and the only place in the world where Asiatic Lions can be found in the wild, outside of Africa. Overnight at your hotel in Sasan Gir
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9
After breakfast drive to Ahmedabad.Ahmedabad is Located on the banks of the river Sabarmati; the city was founded by Sultan Ahmad Shah in 1411. Today it is one of the fastest growing cities of India and is an immense repository of tradition, history & culture. Its famous walled area is one of the finest examples of community living and is home to some of the finest Indo-Sarcenic mosques & Jain temples. Overnight stay at your hotel in Ahmedabad
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10
After breakfast proceed for city tour of Ahmedabad.Visit the Gandhi Ashram, It was from here, that the Mahatma began his famous Dandi March to the sea to protest against the Salt Tax imposed by the British. Continue to Sidi Sayed Mosque, celebrated the world over for its exquisite stone window tracery – a superb & peerless example of delicate carving that transforms stone into filigree.Visit the Jumma Masjid, built by the city’s founder, Sultan Ahmed Shah, in 1423. It stands on 260 pillars that support 15 domes at varying elevations.Continue to the Teen Darwaja, the triple-arched gateway was built by Sultan Ahmed Shah to serve as the royal entrance to the Maidan Shahi. Visit the Hutheesingh Jain Temple, best known of Ahmedabad’s many ornate Jain temples.See the Adalaj Step-well, before proceeding to Akshardham, built in traditional Indian architectural style from 6,000 metric tons of pink Rajasthan sandstone. There is a gold leaf copper sculpture of Lord Swaminarayan. Overnight at hotel in Ahmedabad
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11
After breakfast you will check out of your hotel and will be transferred to the airport for your onwardjourney
Meals: Breakfast
Cities | Night | Hotels | |
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Bhuj | 2 | Prince Residency | |
Jamnagar | 1 | President | |
Dwarka | 1 | Dwarka / Dam Ji | |
Somnath | 1 | Sun Plaza | |
Diu | 2 | Radhika Beach Resort | |
Gir | 1 | Gir Jungle Lodge | |
Ahmedabad | 2 | Le Grand |
All Prices are in Indian Rupees.
All tours are subject to terms and conditions mentioned on the booking form in our brochure.
Tour prices are valid for Indian Nationals & Foreigners holding Indian Resident Permit.
NOTE: All distance featured are approximate