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Gujarat
located in west of India borders with Pakistan. The Arabian
Sea makes
up the state's western coast. Ahmedabad is the commercial center
and the
Gandhi Naggar is the capital of state.
Gujarat is
less frequented state by westerns tourist has several treasures to discover:
While
reaching at Ahmedabad the city mixture of tradition and
modernity, rich
in culture heritage. Takheteshwar at Bhavnaggar is an important
Hindu
pilgrimage centre and same time Palitana is for Jain housing 863
temples
on the Shatrunjaya hill. Diu an ancient colony of Portuguese is today
a
serenely beautiful getaway with golden beaches, dense palm-groves.
On
the way to Sasangir Lion sanctuary, you will visit an historical
site
of Junagarh and its impressive gate, Somnath a famous Hindu temple was
once one of the richest shrines in the country. While in Sasangir, you
will view the Asian Lions, other animals and varieties of birds too. Buj
region the house of several colorful tribes is the paradise for
handicraft
lovers.
And at Kutch. you will visit the Wild Ass
Sanctuary
where as near by local tribal villages still maintain their
rich heritage of
lifestyle. 11th century step well is staill reliable
source and Modhera Sun
Temple is said to resembling the famous Konark
temple of Orissa . While
travelling in Gujarat we cannot stop talking
about the father of nation "
Mahatama Gandhi" the city you will visit
where he spend his childhood.
Its wealthy architecture, extremely
traditional villages, culture diversities
and historical monuments make
this travel unforgettable.
High lights of the tour:
Historical
cities, ancients temples and
mosque, swaying minarets, pilgrimage
centre of Hindu and Jain, beautiful beach
of Diu, Museum containing the
traditional artifact, Sasan Gir lions sanctuary,
Wild ass sanctuary of
Ran of Katchchh, Tribes of Bhuj and Kachchh, contact
with tribal peoples
and others in general, Crafts and embroidery work of Bhuj
and kachchh,
century old step well.
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| Region |
:- Gujarat |
| Season |
:- Oct to March |
| Duration |
:- 15 days |
| Difficult |
:- Easy |
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Your road map :

Your journey day by day :
DAY 01: Arrival Delhi
Transfer to hotel, night in hotel.
DAY 02: Delhi to - Ahmedabad (flight)
Transfer
to airport for
flight to Ahmadabad. The ancient largest city of Gujarat
is
rich in culture, founded by Sultan Ahmed Shah in 1411 and named
after a Sultan, The city is known for treasure of ancient heritage of
splendid monuments, old wooden sculptured houses and colorful
Bazaar.Another important site in city is the sabarmati ashram associated
with apostle of peace the Mahatama Gandhi.
Visit the Jama
Masjid, one of the finest mosques in India with 260 pillars supporting
15 domes at different elevations. Built by Ahmad Shah in 1423, the
Masjid is located in the center of the old city. Old Bazar and Mentok
Chowk further to Rani Rupmati's mosque is a fine example of
the blend of
the Hindu and Muslim styles of
architecture, Sidi Saiyad's Mosque built
by the
slave of Ahmed Shah, is historically important for its twin
windows which have beautiful carved stone.. The important thing is don't
forget to look up the Some of the buildings are beautifully carved
havelis with hanging balconies and stained glass windows.
They are easy
to miss with all the colour at ground
level. In addition its an
important industrial center with
textile and other industries . In spite
of modernity the
traditions and modernity lives together harmoniously.
DAY 03: Ahemedabad To Bhavnaggar -203 kms.
Leave
early in the
morning to Bhav nagger the capital of Saraushtra located
on
the bank of golf of Cambay, afternoon check in the hotel, after lunch
visit the temple of Takheteshwar Situated on a hill top in Bhavnagarh.
is one of the oldest temples of the Gujarat state. View
around is breath
taking. Including the entire cityscape and
seacoast of the Gulf of
Cambay.The temple is dedicated to
three eyed Lord Shiva and was
constructed by royal
family in the memory of the popular maharaja of
Bhavnagar
late Maharaja Takhtasinhji,, Every year thousands of people
climb to this hilly temple of Takteshwar to pay the homage to Lord Shiva
and get blessings by Lord. Evening stroll on the Bazzar, night in
hotel.
DAY 04: Bhavnaggar to Palitana, 50 km.
Leave to
Paliana, a small city is the most famous Jain pilgrimage
centre housing
863 jain on the single Shatrunjaya (600 m)
hill are built in 11th
centaury and have entered in the
Guinness book of records.
These
temples are dedicated to Jain Tirthankars. To reach at the top of the
hill one needs to climb up about 5000 steps. Devotees before climbing
the hill takes holy dips in the nearby river. This is the place
where
Jain's first Tirthankar Rushabh attained his
Moksh and hence it is very
sacred. The hills close at sunset
and open before sunrise. One should
start climbing
early in the morning, it take about 2 hours for the
average walkers ./
There are some temples in the town
and a Jain
museum at the base of the hill is worth to
visit.Evening stroll in the
town and, night in hotel.
DAY 05:
Palitana to Dieu (300 km)
After
early breakfast, drive to Diu an important port of 14 to 16th centaury
afternoon on arrival check in hotel, Later visit Old fort, Gangeshwer
temple and Museum, night in hotel. Diu one of India's last
undiscovered
Gem, The word "Diu" is derived
from the Sanskrit word dweep, means
island, is
situated on south of Gujarat at west coast of India on the
Arabian Sea. Its coastal length is 21 kms. For long period it was
colonized by Portuguese even after India got independence, Between 14th
to 16th century, this tiny island was one of India's best sea ports,
an
important trading centre and a naval base. Today, it is a
serenely
beautiful getaway with golden beaches, dense
palm-groves and historical
monuments. Gangeshwar Temple:
Located in the Fudam village about three
km out of Diu town
dedicated to Shiva. The temple is famous for its five
lingas As per the. Legend these lingas were set up by the famous
Pandavas. St. Thomas Church cum Museum (Shell museum) This Church has
been transformed into Museum by the local authorities. The Church -
Museum contains wood carvings statues, idols and other significant
relic
gathered from many sites.
Diu Fort located along the coastal
side of the island. It is built about between 1535 and 1541 AD. One can
get splendid view of sea from here. St. Paul's Church. was built in
1691, It is among the most elaborate of all the Portugese
churches in
India.
DAY 06: Dieu:
Morning visit the fish market,
Day at leisure for Beach
activities, For those are sportive can engage
in water
scooters, swimming, sunbathing, and surfing etc. Or well one
can hire cycle and explore the surrounding, evening stroll in the town,
night in hotel.
DAY 07: Diu to Sasangir via Veraval and Somath. 130 kms.
Leave
to the wild life sanctuary of Gir, On the
way visit Veraval, once a
fortified port town of the royal
family of Junagadh., in spite of ruined
port still
impressive Junagadh gate and the Patan gate are visited,
Also the town is known for a large fishing port. Further to Somnath a
famous Hindu temple. Once, was one of the Richets shrines in the
country. It has been attacked several times by the Muslims invaders in
the 10th and 11th century AD. On arrival check in Lion
safari camp.
Lion
sanctuary, It is home of about e 300 lions. Apart from the Asiatic
Lions, there are also other species as chitals, chinkara,
leopard, wild
ass and other animals and birds including
crocodile .
DAY 08:
Sasangir to Gondal via Juna garh. 120 kms.
Morning
at dawn jeep safari is the best way to observe the
animal, Junagadh is
one of the oldest towns of India.
Located at the base of the holy Girnar
mountain in
Saurashtra, It is one of the most picturesque towns of
Indian and second to none in antiquite and historical importance. Visit
the fort is believed to be built by Chandragupta in AD 319, It houses
Jami Masjid, Tomb of Nuri Shah and Mahabat Maqbara is the
mausoleum of
one of the nawabs of Junagarh. The
structure is resplendent with silver
doors and
intricate architecture, There are some Buddhist caves, which
are believed to be 1,500 years old.By evening reached at Gondal a
fortified town lies on the bank of river Gondali, Once the capital of a
princely state was ruled by the Jadeja Rajput clan till the independence
of India., night in hotel.
DAY 09: Gondal to Wankaner via Rajkot. 93 kms.
Before
leaving Visit of
Gondal palaces (Navlakha palace ) built in 17th
century
one of the oldest and most beautiful palace, leave to Rajkot a
beautiful and prosperous city lies on the river bank of Aji. Childhood
life of Gandhi's is attached to this city due to his father who was an
officer or Diwan of one of the province of Saurashtran
Nawab. The home
where he stayed is converted into a museum
preserving and displaying the
articles and photographs
of Gandhi. Further to Wankaner , literally
means a bend on
the stream, located on the bend of the Machchhu River.
Wankaner was a princely state ruled by the Jhala Rajput clan.night in
hotel.
DAY 10: Wankaner to Bhuj 190 kms. 6 hours.
Leave
to Bhuj the former princely state of Kutch till
1947 AD, on the way we
may cross the group of Rabri
tribes while they migrates, on arrival
check in hotel,
Visit beautiful
Aiana Mahal, Pag Mahal and
intricately carved wooden
pavilions The Kutch Museum the oldest museum
of
Gujarat. It is a paradise for handicraft lovers.. Bhuj is famous for
embroidery work . rest time to explore the town.night in Bhuj.
DAY 11: Bhuj to Banni/Khavda
Leave
to Banni the last
village of the border on desert land, on the way you
will across craft person's expositioning their traditional art. Proceed
to Khavda to watch the flamingo. You will experienced the
different
tribes lives as Meghawal, Harijans, Jat, and Mutva
etc. the villages are
visit here hodhka, dhoido, Khavda,
ludia, bhindiarana, nirona, jurah,
sumrasar.
DAY 12: Bhuj to Zainabad-280 kms. (The
Little Rann of Kutch)
A
small picturesque town located on the fringes of the Little Rann of
Kutch. You will across different and interesting sightseeing spots. But
the famous is the Wild Ass Sanctuary. Where you will also
get the
glimpses of exotic wildlife and rare birds, you
can spot the Nilgai
(Blue Bull), Chinkara, Black Buck,
Jungle and Desert Cats.
The
Little Rann of Kutch composed of marshy salt flats
and inhospitable
Terai, and separates Kutch from the rest
of Gujarat, In the region
Rabari and Banjara are the two
important tribes. While the Rabari, the
most nomadic of
Gujarat's tribes, constantly migrate in search for
better grazing ground for their cattels, the Banjara and other tribes
have settled here. Kachchh also has a strong tradition of crafts and is
famous for its embroidery. The finest ari embroidery was
woven for the
wealthy people, Overnight stay will be at
Desert Coursers. Camp
DAY 13: Zainabad
Enjoy
Jeep safari through the rann of Kutch to see the rare species of the
"Indian Wild Ass" and visit nearby villages to see the local
tribes such
as Rabari, Koli and Banania who still maintain
their rich heritage of
lifestyle, clothes, Jewelry and
dances. Their embroidery is exquisite.
Overnight at
Desert Coursers Camp
DAY 14: Zainabad to Ahmedabad Via Patan and Madhera -Delhi 95 kms.
Leave
to Patan, famous for
patola (an intricate form of double ikkat weaving)
sarees.
Visit one of the three families of patola, The fact that to
complete the sari can take six months of time. later close by visit 11th
century Rani-ki-Vav (step well)) is reliable source of water throughout
the year was built in 1499 by royal families.The Modhera
Sun Temple,
The Temple is said to resembling the
famous Konark temple of Orissa., it
was built during the reign
of King Bhimdev I of solanki dynasty in 1026
AD.
Afternoon reach at Ahmedabad, flight to Delhi night in hotel.
DAY 15: Delhi:Departure.
Half
day sight seen to Red fort, Jama
Masjid and Kutumb minar, after lunch
free visit,
evening transfer to airport for flight to onward
destination.
Departure
: From two persons onward
Size of the group:
minimum 2 persons, maximum 14 persons.
For the prices, please consult us
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