Tour Info

The western state of Gujarat is known for the civilisation hub for India. The various cities of Harappan civilization were greatly known due to their intricate township planning. During the rule of Solanki Rajput dynasty, the notable achievement was the formation of the water-preserving arrangements as the artificial lakes, many step-wells and the amazing stepped tanks. These structures are decorated like unfathomable palaces having actually superb carvings on the walls. One more salient feature of the architecture of Gujarat is the temple complexes belonging to Jainism located on the peaks at Shatrunjaya Mountain close to Palitana near Junagadh on Mountain Girnar.

In this tour we have added the most famous architecture of Gujarat in 11 nights / 12 days duration.

Itinerary

On arrival at Vadodara airport, you will be greeted by our representative and transfer to the hotel. Later In the afternoon, take a tour of Lakshmi Villas Palace – one of the best palaces in Gujarat and a sprawling building built in Indo-Saracenic architecture. Lakshmi Vilas Palace of Vadodara built by Maratha ruler Sayajirao Gaekwad in 1890 AD. Overnight stay in Vadodara. 

After breakfast, excursion to UNESCO world heritage site Champaner-Pavagadh, an archaeological park is having splendid Indo-Saracenic architecture works. Also the stunning monuments like Jami Mosque and Sahar Ki Masjid. The minarets and domes of historical Jama Masjid are just magnificent, built-in 1513 by Ruler Mahmud Begada in Mughal architecture. Return back to Vadodara for overnight stay.

Today morning after breakfast drive  for Palitana stopping en-route at Lothal to visit the museum  and the archaeological place giving an opportunity to see the planning of the cities during the Indus Valley Civilization. Later arrive at Palitana and check in to the hotel for overnight stay. 

In the morning after breakfast trek to the Shatrunjaya Hill located close to Palitana to visit the enormous compound of approximately 863 Jain temples. Visit the temples and then climb down and arrive at the hotel. Rest for the day free for relax in the hotel at Palitana. 

Today morning after breakfast drive further to historical place Gondal. Arrive at Gondal, check in to the hotel. Post lunch take a sightseeing tour of 1740 AD Naulakha Palace to see the superb collection & carvings. Naulakha Palace is the pride of Gondal. Stay overnight at the heritage hotel in Gondal.

After having leisurely breakfast take a day return excursion of Junagadh to visit the historical Uparkot Fort. Uparkot Fort is a magnificent Gothic palace built by the Nawabs . Also visit Mahabat Maqbara Complex to visit Tomb of Mahabat Khan and and Tomb of Bahauddin.

Later return back to Gondal on the way visiting Buddhist caves at Khambalida. These Buddhist caves of Khambalida are of 04th century. Overnight stay in the hotel at Gondal. 

After breakfast drive to  Dholavira. On arrival, check-in to the village resort here. Later visit the archaeological site where ancient Dholavira a Harrapan city was located. Here visit East Gate, North Gate, remains of the fort, the water reservoirs and The ancient Well.

Walk through the streets of ancient city – which will take you back into the era of Indus Valley Civilization.

Overnights stay in Village resort of Dholavira. 

Morning after breakfast drive to Dasada, is a premier eco-tourism destination in Gujarat, on arrival check in to hotel. Dasada is primarily known as the gateway to the Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary in the Little Rann of Kutch. Key attractions include jeep safaris to spot endangered wild asses and migratory birds, visiting traditional, artistic villages, and exploring ancient temples and historical sites like the Jhinjhwada Fort.

Today morning after breakfast depart for Balaram, en-route stop to visit 11th century Sun Temple at Modhera. Modhera Sun Temple is one of the excellent examples of Hindu temple architecture in western India.

Further stop at Patan to view the beautifully carved step-well built by a queen in 11th century and your last stop will be the old town of Siddhpur – very popular for its Havelis.

Finally arrive at Balaram and check in to hotel for overnight stay. 

In the morning check out from the hotel and drive  to Ahmedabad en-route visiting 12th century Jain Temples at Taranga and at Vadnagar to see the excavation of ancient Buddhist Monastery, old gates and remains of the old citadel. Also visit elegantly carved 15th century’s Adalaj step-well.

Finally arrive at Ahmedabad and check in to the hotel for overnight stay.

Morning after breakfast go for heritage walk of Ahmedabad city. This heritage walk gives the opportunity to view the Ahmedabad’s old quarters which are lined with the wonderfully carved wooden frontage of the Havelis.

During the day take a tour of architectural delight Hutheesing Jain Temple built by a wealthy trader family in 1848, the temple is a double storied building. In the temple complex also visit the magnificent Glory Tower. Further, visit the Sidi Sayed Mosque popularly called Jali Masjid built-in 1573 known for its excellent architecture.

You will also visit 15th century tomb complex and a Sufi mosque of Sarkhej Roza.

Finally end your day with a spiritual visit to Gandhi Ashram located on River Sabarmati–the Ashram was a major place during the freedom struggle of India under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi. Overnight stay in the hotel at Ahmedabad.a 

At appropriate time transfer with assistance to Ahmedabad international airport to embark the flight back to the onward destination.

  • ·       Welcome and assistance on arrival and departure by Travel representative.
  • ·       Accommodation on Twin / Double / sharing basis.
  • ·       Breakfast will be served in inhouse hotel.
  • ·       All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary using airconditioned vehicle
  • ·       English speaking Local Guide as per itinerary.
  • ·       Parking, toll taxes, fuel, driver allowance.

·        Taxes.

Inclusions

  • ·  Welcome and assistance on arrival and departure by Travel representative.
  • ·  Accommodation on Twin / Double / sharing basis.
  • ·  Breakfast will be served in inhouse hotel.
  • ·  All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary using airconditioned vehicle
  • ·  English speaking Local Guide as per itinerary.
  • ·  Parking, toll taxes, fuel, driver allowance.
  •  Taxes.

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