Day 1 – Arrive Ahmedabad Arrival at Ahmedabad International Airport.

Once immigration procedures are completed and luggage collected, our operator will be waiting for you outside the Terminal to transfer you to the hotel.
Arrival at the hotel and check-in. Standard Check-in at 14:00 / Check out at 12:00.

Visit Gujarat Sahay Orphanage: –  Overall, Shishu Gruh serves as a life support system for these vulnerable children, offering them a chance of a better future by providing them with the care and attention they require.

Gandhi Ashram, Sabarmati Ashram (also known as Gandhi Ashram, Harijan Ashram or Satyagraha Ashram) is located in the Sabarmati suburb of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, adjacent to Ashram Road, on the banks of the Sabarmati River, 6.5 km from the Municipality.

Adlaj Stepwell Situated in the quiet village of Adalaj, this has served as a resting place for many pilgrims and caravans along their trade routes for many years.

Hutheesing Jain Temple: –  Established in 1848, Hutheesing Jain Temple is one of the most revered Jain temples in Ahmedabad. Dedicated to the 15th Tirthankara of the Jains, Lord Dharmanath, this two-storied white marble structure houses 11 sculptures of deities.

Overnight stay in Ahmedabad.

 Day 2 – Ahmedabad-Siddhapur-Patan-Modhera-Bajana (Little Rann of Kutch) (240 Km, 5 Hours)After breakfast the day begins.

Siddhapur: –  One goes to Sidhpur to see the beautiful wooden gardens. Their old Havelis and mansions, some over 100 years old, have a distinctly European feel and a walk through the ‘Bohra Vad’ is like a walk through a cigarette lighter-filled England at dusk.

Patan:-  Rani ki Vav (Step well). It was built by Queen Udaymati, wife of Bhimdev, between 11th and 12th century. It is the most magnificent and spectacular stepwell and the best example of such water well architecture.

Patan Patola:-  Patan Patola of weaving, patan is Famous for patola weaving, Salvi family is one of them who continued this traditional art and preserved it even today. Patola silk is often called the queen of all silk.

Modhera Sun Temple:-  Modhera Sun Temple The Modhera Sun Temple dates back to the early 11th century AD and was built by King Bhimdev I in 1026 AD. The Modhera Temple is the most important of all the sun temples built across Gujarat.

Overnight in Bajana.

Day 3 – Bajana (Little Rann of Kutch)-Ajrakhpur-Bhujodi-Bhuj (275 Kms, 5 Hours.)After breakfast, drive to Bhuj. 

Ajarakpur :- Established by the Khatri Muslim hand block printers after the 2001 earthquake. Here the artisans practice the “resistance technique” on cotton/silk fabrics using ancient Ajrakh prints and new design motifs.

Dhaneti: – Visit to see the elaborate embroidery work of the Ahir tribe. Dhaneti is the complete Ahir community village and the Ahir women are doing this embroidery. Our visit would witness around 05-10 women at work.

Bhujodi: – community of master craftsmen – Vankar weavers – skilled in traditional handloom weaving including cotton and wool weaving, which you can see as you walk around the village and explore each house.

Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay in Bhuj.

Day 4 – Bhuj-Mandavi (70 Kms, 2 Hours)After breakfast, Departure for Mandavi.

Meet the dhow builders of Mandvi:  – The dhows are entirely wooden, built with sal wood imported from Malaysia, Indonesia and Burma or sourced locally from the babool trees of Gujarat

Vijay Vilas Palace: –  The palace was built during the reign of Maharao Shri Khengarji III, who was the Maharao of Kutch. It was intended to be a summer resort for his son and heir to the kingdom, Yuvraj Shri Vijayaraji.

72 Jinalaya (72 Jain Temples): –  Mandvi is also famous for 72 Jinalaya (72 Jain Temples) which is located 11 km from Mandvi near Koday village. This 72 Jinalaya is a Jain pilgrimage and houses 72 Deris of Lord Mahavir. These beautiful temples are located on the Mundra-Mandvi road and are spread over approx. 80 acres. Locally it is known as “Bauter Jinalay”. It is also known as “Adishwar Bauter Jinalay Mahatirth”.

Mandvi beach and windfarm:-  During the time it was an important trading center. To accommodate the Kharva families, known for their expertise in building wooden ships, the settlement was built inside a fortified stronghold. The mid-15th century saw the construction of the defensive fortifications.

Overnight stay at Mandvi.

Day 5 – Mandvi-Anjar Market-Gondal (325 Km, 6 Hours 30 Minutes)After breakfast, Departure for Gondal.

Anjar Market: –  It is impossible to come to Anjar and go back home empty handed as the markets of the city offer an exciting range of metal handicrafts. Different communities come together in the city to celebrate the Jesai-Toral fair. The festival is celebrated in memory of the famous couple Jesai and Toral, who together served the people of Kutch region.

Royal Garages: –  Royal Garages have a large collection of vintage and classic cars from 1910 to 1955, limousines and sports cars from 1950 and 1960, American cars from 1940 and 1950 and a fleet of four-wheel drive vehicles from the Second World War and post war. Most of these cars have been restored and some carry the original Gondal state number plates.

Naulakha Darbargadh Palace: –   was built in the 17th century. This palace is one of the oldest and beautiful palaces in Gondal. This palace is situated on the banks of the river on a large brick base, about 30 meters above the river bed.

Overnight in Gondal.

Day 6 – Gondal-Palitana-Bhavnagar (205 Km, 4 hours 40 minutes)After breakfast, depart for Bhavnagar.

Along the way you visit a Palitana city.

Palitana: –  Palitana which is located 60 km from Bhavnagar. The Palitana hills are known as the “Abode of Gods” and are covered with 863 Jain temples spanning a period of over 900 years. Their intricately carved spires and towers gleam in the sunlight as pilgrims make the uphill journey on foot. The climb will take about two hours each way, so carry water and a sun hat

On arrival at Bhavnagar you will visit.

Barton Museum: –  Barton Museum is located on the ground floor of Gandhi Smriti, where you can find a wide range of artefacts like religious sculptures and nutcrackers representing the culture of Saurashtra. Apart from the museum and art gallery, Gandhi Smriti also houses the Khadi Gramodyog Bhandar.

Takhteshwar Mahadev Temple: –  Brief History: The temple is believed to have been commissioned by Maharaja Takhtsinhji in 1893 A.D. He was anointed as the Maharaja of Bhavnagar, after the death of his father, Jaswantsinhji in 1870. Maharaja Takhtsinhji was a Rajput chief of the Gohil clan before rising through the ranks to be king.

Overnight stay at Bhavnagar.

Day 7 – Bhavnagar-Lothal-Vadodara (224 Km, 4 hours 40 minutes)After breakfast, drive to Vadodara. 

Along the way you visit a historic city Lothal.

Lothal (closed on Fridays and public holidays) is one of the most important cities of the ancient Indus Valley civilization, located in the Bhāl region of the modern state of Gujarāt and dating back to 3700 BC. Discovered in 1954, Lothal was excavated from 13 February 1955 to 19 May 1960 by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), the official Indian government agency for the preservation of ancient monuments.

On arrival visit Laxmi Vilas Palace: –  Laxmi Vilas Palace is one of the grandest structures in India and was the private residence of Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III. Known to be the largest private residence, with dimensions equivalent to four times Buckingham Palace, this magnificent palace is a must visit when in Vadodara.

Overnight stay in Vadodara.

Day 8 – Vadodara-Kevadiya (86 Km, 2 Hours)After breakfast, Departure for Kevadiya. 

Aurobindo Ashram: –  Built in 1896, the Aurobindo Ashram (also known as Aurobindo Nivas) in Dandia Bazaar is the only national memorial in Vadodara. The place also has a nursery, a conference hall, an area for conducting yoga classes

The Market: –  Khanderao Market is a famous and palatial building located in the city of Vadodara in Gujarat, Western India. It was erected by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III in 1906, named after Khande Rao Gaekwad, Maharaja of Baroda.

Continue to the Statue of Unity and transfer to the hotel.

Statue of Unity: –  Situated near the sacred river of Narmada, the Statue of Unity is an iconic representation of unity being the tallest statue in the world. Dedicated to the iron man of India and the man credited with unifying India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a visit to this statue will evoke a sense of deep patriotism and fascination among you.

There are various activities in Kevadia as follows.

• Sou observation gallery, sardar sarovar nauka vihar (Boat ride), butterfly and cactus garden, jungle safari, arogya van, vishwa van, ekta nursery and so on
• Please note that all the above services are chargeable and can only be booked online.
• If any service is sold out, the guest cannot enjoy that service as there is no offline system.
• The statue of unity remains closed every Monday. If there is any movement from the government then
• Management may change the closing date without notice.

Overnight in Kevadia.

Day 9 – Kevadia-Jambughoda (100 Km, 2 Hours)After breakfast, drive to Jambughoda.

Weekly tribal market is visited to see the Rathwa and Dhanka tribes in and around the region. There is a town called Alirajpur of the Rathore Rajput rulers and from Rathore came the RATH region and from Rath the tribals are called Rathwa.

Subsequently, Bhasha Research and Publication Centre (closed on Sundays and holidays) was established in 1996   with the aim of giving a ‘voice’ to the Adivasi communities in India. The Adivasi Academy is established by Bhasha at Tejgadh in Chhotaudepur district of Gujarat as an institute to combine the functions of the country’s national academies, museums and literary bodies.

Kada Dam: –  kada dam located near bodeli. taluka jambughoda and dist panchmahal. this is the most amazing dam of Gujarat and there are all the beautiful places near this dam like Targol dam, Jambughoda Wild, Zhand Hanuman Temple, Hathni Water Fall and Bodeli town is also near this dam.

Overnight stay at Jambughoda.

Day 10 – Jambughoda-Champaner-Pavagadh-Ahmedabad (186 Km, 3 Hours 45 Minutes)After breakfast, drive to Ahmedabad.

Chhota Udaepur:-  Haat (weekly market) is the place where most of the adivasis fulfill their needs. Every day of the week there is a haat at different places in the adjoining areas of Chhota Udepur. The haat is a gathering place for relatives and friends. Items like clothes, vegetables, grains and cattle, bows and arrows, ornaments, bamboo articles, cooking vessels are sold in the haat.

Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park

Champaner  is an ancient fortified city. There are two stories about the origin of the name of this city. Some believe that it was named after Champaraj who was the founder of the city, while others believe that the city was named after the champa tree that is found here. Visit one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites Champaner Fort is an ancient fort located at the foot of Pavagdh. Mohammed Begada (the famous Muslim king of Gujarat) captured the fort in the 15th century after a long siege against the Khichi Chauhan Rajputs. Jama masjid, Kevda masjid, Saharwali masjid, Saat kaman etc. are worth visiting.

Overnight stay in Ahmedabad.

Day 11 – Ahmedabad-Next DestinationTransfer to the international airport as per flight schedule.

Ciao India Tours wishes you a pleasant journey.