Gujarat, on India’s western coast, is known for its rich history, cultural vibrancy, and economic strength. The state, with Gandhinagar as its capital and Ahmedabad as its largest city, shares borders with Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and the Arabian Sea.

Historical and Cultural Significance

Gujarat’s history dates back to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, with notable archaeological sites like Lothal and Dholavira. It is the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi, whose ashram in Ahmedabad is a significant attraction. The state celebrates traditional dances like Garba and Dandiya Raas, especially during the vibrant Navratri festival.

Tourism

Gujarat offers diverse tourism experiences, from the vast white salt flats of the Rann of Kutch, which hosts the annual Rann Utsav, to the Gir National Park, home to the Asiatic lion. Architectural marvels like the Sun Temple in Modhera and the UNESCO World Heritage site Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park are major attractions.

Cuisine and Festivals

Gujarat’s predominantly vegetarian cuisine includes popular dishes like Dhokla, Thepla, and Fafda. Festivals such as Uttarayan (kite festival) and Diwali are celebrated with great enthusiasm.

Gujarat’s combination of historical richness, economic vitality, and cultural vibrancy makes it a captivating state in India.

Inclusion

• Rajkot : Rajkumar College | Darbargadh | Kaba Gandhi No Delo | Watson Museum
• Bhavnagar : Gandhi Smriti and Barton Museum | Takhteshwar Temple | Gaurishanker Lake:
• Ahmedabad : Teen Darwaza | Sidi Saiyyed Mosque | Akshardham Temple | Jama Masjid | Adalaj Step Well
• Porbandar : Kirti temple | Bharat Mandir Hall
• Accommodation at the hotel mentioned or similar category.
• Breakfast.
• All currently applicable taxes.
• All transfers, city tours and transport services by air-conditioned All India Tourist permit Vehicle as per the above itinerary.
• Road taxes, parking fee, fuel charges, interstate taxes. 

Exclusion

• Monument Entrance Fee.
• Services of English-Speaking Local Guide.
• Game Drive at Sasangir National Park or any other national park.
• Expense of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone / fax calls, alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax etc. Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions. International or Domestic airfare / Train Fare.
• Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as roadblocks, accidents & any medical evacuations. Any train delays, or re-scheduling etc. Any Visa fees, insurance fees, etc. Any tips to hotel staff, local guides, drivers etc. Any meals apart from the ones mentioned above. Any expenses apart from the ones above.
  • • Per Person Dinner Supplement For STD Category – INR 3540/-
    • Per Person Dinner Supplement For DLX Category – INR 4158/-

     

    • Special Notes:
    • Check-In time is 1400 hrs & Check-out time 1200 NOON at all hotels.
    • Sasangir National Park will be closed from 15th June to 15th October every year.
    • 100% bookings for Sasangir safaris are done online through the website https://girlion.gujarat.gov.in/ . We would not be able to help if the safari is not booked in advance. Guests’ ID proof is required for safari bookings.·        
    • In the event of any amendment in local Government taxes, or any fuel hike, we reserve the right to adjust the tour price accordingly.
    • Kindly note, the names of hotels mentioned above only indicates that our rates have been based on usage of these hotels. It is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until and unless we convey the confirmations to you on receipt of your acceptance. However, in the event of any of the above-mentioned hotels not becoming available at the time of initiating the reservations, we shall book alternate accommodation at a similar or next best available hotel and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you.
    • Also, kindly note – Do not treat quotation mail as confirmation of booking, as we are not holding any booking at the time of quotation, price and services can be changed at the time of confirmation. Confirmation of bookings is only based on written communications.

     

     

Day 1:

 Arrive Rajkot- By Air / By Train 

 Arrive Rajkot and transfer to your hotel.

 Rajkot was the former capital of the princely state of Saurashtra. Rajkot was once a base for the Western States British government office and rapidly expanded into a prosperous, lively business centre, with an old city. This city is also associated with the Mahatma Gandhi, who lived here for several years. His father was the Dewan (Chief Minister) of Rajkot, once a small princely State.

 Later visit – Karba Gandhi No Delo / Mahatma Gandhi House – The Karba Gandhi No Delo is the house of Mahatma Gandhi where he lived from the age of six. The Mahatma Gandhi House has a good collection of things related to Mahatma Gandhi’s life. The Mahatma’s Passion for the handloom is preserved in the form of a small weaving school.

 Watson Museum – The Watson Museum and Library commemorates the work of Colonel John Watson, political agent from 1886 to 1889. It is a jumbled attic of the collection with the 3rd century inscriptions and a delicate ivory work overseen by a marble statue of Queen Victoria. The Watson Museum has collection of precious objects of colonial period, human history and culture, and History of Rajkot.

 Rajkumar College – The world famous Rajkumar College is in the city. This college dates to the 19th century and is regarded as one of India’s best private colleges. It was set up by the British for the education of the princes of the Indian state.

 Day 2:

 Rajkot To Porbandar- By Road – 195 KMS / 04 HRS

 After breakfast drive to Porbandar; arrive and transfer to your hotel.

Porbandar, the coastal heritage town of Gujarat is located on the Saurashtra peninsula, on the Arabian Sea. This city is described in Skanda Purana as Sudamapuri and Ashmavati and had a flourishing trade with Africa and Arabia. According to the legends, this city was the main link of the great friendship between Lord Krishna and Sudama. Porbandar was established as a capital by Rana Sartanji in 1785 AD. Porbandar was the former capital of the Jethwa Rajput petty princely state.

The most impressive feature of Porbandar is the city planning and the stone buildings with ashlar masonry and rich carving, the facades of the houses on either side of the streets, with windows and carved gateways. Porbandar is also associated with Mahatma Gandhi, the father of nation as he was born here. Today, fine quality silk and cotton are manufactured here. There are also chemical factories and cement works.

Later visit Darbargadh – Darbargadh, the fortified palace was built by Rana Sartanji. This palace has a huge carved stone entrance gate flanked by high turrets and massive wooden doors. 

Kirti Mandir – Kirti Mandir was the house of the Mahatma Gandhi and Kasturba, his wife. This place is situated near the place where the Mahatma Gandhi was born. This place is now a small museum and has a Gandhian library and a prayer hall.

Bharat Mandir Hall – Bharat Mandir Hall is situated in a pleasant, irrigated garden. This hall has a large relief map of India on the floor and bas reliefs of heroes from Hindu legends on the pillars. Overnight at hotel

Day 3 :

Porbandar To Bhavnagar By Road – 375 KMS / 07 HRS –

After breakfast drive Bhavnagar and transfer to your hotel.

Bhavnagar was founded by Bhavsinhji Gohil in 1723 AD near the Gulf of Khambhat, on a carefully chosen strategic location having potential of maritime trade. Till independence, Bhavnagar State was ruled by the Gohil Rajput clan. This city is also associated with the Mahatma Gandhi, who went to the Bhavnagar University.

Later visit The Gandhi Smriti and Barton Museum which is located in the northeast, by the clock tower and has a good collection of Gandhi memorabilia.

Gaurishanker Lake: A beautiful picnic spot near the lake. There is also a well laid out park.

Takhteshwar Temple: Situated on a hill, the site provides a panoramic view.

Lock Gate: The first of its kind in Gujarat. The sea-water here is impounded by the lock gates to keep ships afloat during low tide, which could be seen with special permission.

 Overnight at hotel

Day 4 :

Bhavnagar To Ahmedabad- By Road – 200 KMS / 04 HRS

After breakfast drive to Ahmedabad; enroute visit Lothal.

Lothal: A perfect place to get an insight of the Indus Valley civilization. The most dominating site at Lothal is the massive dockyard spanning an area of 37 meters by 22 meters perhaps the greatest work of Maritime Architecture. Lothal was also famous for its arterial streets, microbes of gold, ivory and coppersmiths’ workshops, potteries and underground sanitary drainage. (Closed on Fridays).

Later continue to drive to Ahmedabad; arrive and transfer to your hotel.

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 & the city thrived as the textile capital & was nicknamed “Manchester of the East’ in 1888. This multicultural city is home to some of the finest Indo-Saracenic mosques & Jain temples.

old city of Ahmedabad is dotted with labyrinthine by-lanes called ‘polls’. The exquisite carved wooden mansions and havelis are in no manner less than their stone counterparts in Rajasthan. The city also offers a rich architectural legacy that blends Hindu and Muslim schools of architecture, stone and brick with arches, domes and vaults, carved pillars, trefoil designs besides the modern buildings designed by the famous French architect, Le Corbusier and Louis Kahn. 

Overnight at hotel

Day 5:

In Ahmedabad

After breakfast proceed for city tour of Ahmedabad.

Gandhi Ashram: On a quiet peaceful stretch of the Sabarmati River, Mahatma Gandhi set up a simple retreat in 1915. This was his Satyagrah Ashram and for many years it was the nerve centre of India’s freedom movement. It was from here, in 1930, that Mahatma began his famous Dandi March to the sea to protest the Salt Tax imposed by the British. Hridaya Kunj, the simple cottage where he lived, is now a national monument and preserved as it was during the Mahatma’s lifetime.

Sidi Sayed Mosque: One part of the wall in the old citadel of the mosque built by Ahmed Shah’s slave, Sidi Sayed, is celebrated the world over for its exquisite stone window tracery – a superb & peerless example of delicate carving that transforms stone into filigree.

Jumma Masjid: The Friday mosque was built by the city’s founder, Sultan Ahmed Shah, in 1423. Built of yellow sandstone in an architectural style that combines the best of Muslim & Hindu traditions. It stands on 260 pillars that support 15 domes at varying elevations.

Teen Darwaja: The triple-arched gateway was built by Sultan Ahmed Shah to serve as the royal entrance to the Maidan Shahi or the Royal Square. It is in an imposing monument of perfect proportions & highly ornate buttresses.

Hutheesingh Jain Temple: Built outside the Delhi Gate in 1850 by a rich Jain merchant, the Hutheesingh Temple is the best known of Ahmedabad’s many ornate Jain temples.

Adalaj Step-well: Adalaj is situated about 17 kms. north of Ahmedabad. The Baoli or step-well at Adalaj Vav is one of the finest steps well in India. Queen Rudabai built this well in 1499 to provide the traveller with a cool and pleasant refuge from the summer heat. A long flight of steps descends to the water. It has three entrances leading to a huge platform that rests on 16 pillars, with corners marked by shrines. Ornately carved pillars and cross beams create open spaces and four storey that are quite striking. The octagonal well is five storey deep. The Baoli is decorated with exquisite stone carvings, subjects range from eroticism to buttermilk.

Akshardham: Lord Swaminarayan, born in Chapaya in Uttar Pradesh, took a seven-year pilgrimage in Gujarat to preach his religion. He built six temples, the first being at Kalupur in Ahmedabad. Akshardham, the Swaminarayan temple of Gandhinagar, is a modern complex, built in traditional Indian architectural style from 6,000 metric tons of pink Rajasthan sandstone, carved by expert artisans from Bansipahadpur. The temple is set in a multi-acre garden called Sahajanand Van, with intricate sculptures of Hindu Gods. There is a gold leaf copper sculpture of Lord Swaminarayan that faces similar sculptures of Gunatinand Swami. The interiors have beautiful columns in rosewood that rise up to a high dome. Akshardham remains closed on Mondays.

Day 6 :

 Depart Ahmedabad- By Air / Train

In time transfer to Ahmedabad Airport / Railway Station to board flight / train for your onward journey to your next destination.  Evening Market at Law Garden displays beautiful textile handicrafts of Gujarat. Overnight at hotel

TOUR END ….But Sweet Memories Are Always Remain Same…..

Payment and Cancellation/Amendment Policy for Tour Bookings

Payment Schedule:

1. Up to 35 days prior to the departure date:

   • An initial deposit of 25% of the total tour cost is required. This deposit is non-refundable.

2. Between 34 days to 30 days prior to departure:

   • 50% of the total tour cost must be paid.

3. Between 29 days to 22 days prior to departure:

   • 75% of the total tour cost must be paid.

4. Less than 21 days prior to departure:

   • 100% of the total tour cost must be paid.

Cancellation/Amendments Policy:

To cancel or amend your booking, a written request must be submitted to us. Please note that any amendment to a booking will be treated as a cancellation. The cancellation charges are as follows:

1. If the cancellation notice is received 30 days or more before the departure date:

   • The initial deposit amount of 25% of the total tour cost is non-refundable.

2. If the cancellation notice is received between 16 days to 29 days before the departure date:

   • 50% of the total tour cost is non-refundable.

3. If the cancellation notice is received between 8 days to 15 days before the departure date:

   • 75% of the total tour cost is non-refundable.

4. If the cancellation notice is received between 0 days to 7 days before the departure date:

   • 100% of the total tour cost is non-refundable.