Spiritual and Historical Sojourn through Gujarat – India
India
Overview
Embark on a captivating a blend of architectural marvels, sacred temples, and vibrant local culture.
Included/Exclude
- Room accommodations
- Continental meal plan, including daily breakfast at the hotel
- All transfers and sightseeing according to the itinerary using an air-conditioned private vehicle throughout the tour
- English-speaking driver/guide for the locations listed in the itinerary
- 24/7 support and assistance
- International and domestic airfares
- Travel insurance
- India visa
- Monument Entrance Fee
- Personal expenses (laundry, tips, shopping, phone, medical)
- Unlisted expenses
- Hotel charges for additional services
- Adventure activities or rides not in the itinerary
- Potential temporary closures of attractions due to holidays or festivals
Tour Plan
- Arrival at Ahmedabad International Airport
- Meet and greet by Representative at the airport
- Transfer to hotel for check-in
- Relax and settle in after your journey
- Overnight stay in Ahmedabad
- Breakfast at the hotel and Check out
- Drive to Dasada, known for the Little Rann of Kutch
- Stop at Modhera to visit the Modhera Sun Temple, An architectural marvel dedicated to the Hindu Sun God
- Check-in at the hotel in Dasada
- Afternoon jeep excursion to the Little Rann of Kutch at the Wild Ass Sanctuary (on direct payment basis)
- Experience the world's largest salt desert and diverse wildlife
- Visit local villages to experience the culture and handicrafts
- Rest and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Dasada
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Travel to Jamnagar, the city of temples and lakes
- Visit Lakhota Lake & Lakhota Museum
- Evening visit to Bala Hanuman Temple for its Continuous chanting of 'Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram' since 1964
- Check-in at the hotel in Jamnagar & rest
- Evening free for local markets
- Overnight stay in Jamnagar
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
- Morning visit to BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Jamnagar
- Known for its serene atmosphere and architectural brilliance
- Drive to Dwarka, the sacred city of Lord Krishna
- Visit Dwarkadhish Temple, a significant Char Dham pilgrimage site
- Attend the evening Aarti at Dwarkadhish Temple
- Check-in at the hotel in Dwarka and rest and relax
- Overnight stay in Dwarka
- Early breakfast at the hotel
- Enjoy day tour in Dwarka visiting:
- Explore Nageshwar Jyotirling Temple: One of the twelve Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva
- Visit Gopi, a significant site for Lord Krishna's divine dances
- Visit Bet Dwarka, take a ferry ride to Bet Dwarka
- Visit Rukmani Temple, dedicated to Krishna’s consort
- Attend Aarti at Dwarkadhish Temple for divine and spiritual experience
- Overnight stay in Dwarka
- Early morning visit to Dwarkadhish Temple for Mangla Aarti
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
- Drive to Porbandar, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi
- En-route visit Porbandar, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi
- Visit Kirti Mandir (Gandhi’s Birthplace) and Sudama Temple
- Continue to Somnath, home to famous Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple
- Attend Somnath Temple’s evening Aarti
- Overnight stay in Somnath
- Early morning Darshan at Somnath Temple
- Visit Bhalka Tirth, where Lord Krishna left his earthly form
- Triveni Sangam, a confluence of rivers Hiran, Kapila & Saraswati
- Return to the hotel for rest and relax
- Overnight stay in Somnath
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
- Drive to Sasan Gir, home to the Asiatic Lions
- Enjoy a thrilling Jeep Safari at Gir National Park & Explore nearby areas for bird watching (on direct payment basis)
- Continue to Junagadh, an ancient fortified city
- Visit Uparkot Fort, Mahabat Maqbara, and Ashoka Rock Edicts
- Overnight stay in Junagadh
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Vadodara, the cultural capital of Gujarat
- Enroute Stop at Jalaram Temple in Virpur
- Explore Swaminarayan Temple, Navlakha Palace, and Vintage Car Museum in Gondal
- Check-in at the hotel in Vadodara
- Overnight stay in Vadodara
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Visit Laxmi Vilas Palace, a grand royal residence
- Explore Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park (UNESCO Site)
- Statue of Unity, World's tallest statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
- Sardar Sarovar Dam, Witness the India's water management
- Return to Vadodara hotel by late evening
- Overnight stay in Vadodara
- Breakfast at the hotel & check out
- Drive to Ahmedabad & Check-in at the hotel in Ahmedabad
- Visit Sabarmati Ashram, Adalaj Stepwell, and Akshardham Temple
- Evening visit Kankaria Lake, and Night Market at Law Garden
- Rest and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Ahmedabad
- Breakfast at the hotel and Check out
- If wish can indulge in some last minute shopping
- Transfer to Ahmedabad Airport for onward flight
- End of Service
