Itinerary Summary
This journey takes you to the varied attractions of Gujarat. The Sidi mosque with its shaking minarets, the textile cities of Ahmedabad and Patan. The impressive Hindu temples of Palithana, Somnath, and Modera. Diu with its Portuguese colonial history reflects the glory of the bygone era. The Asiatic lion of Gir and the last remaining Asiatic wild ass of Runn. Here the tribal life of Rabris, Ahirs, Meghwals, and many more is a celebration of music, dance, and multicolored traditions.
Trip Attractions
Ahemdabad – Calico Museum, Sdi Mosque, Jama Masjid & Sabarmati Ashram
Bhavnagar – Excavation Site of Harappan Era
Palitana – Jain Temple Complex
Diu – Diu Fort & Colonial Era Architecture
Somnath – Somnath Temple Complex
Sasan Gir – Sasan Gir for Lion Safari
Wankaner – Wankaner Palace, Museum & Nearby Villages
Bhuj – Ferguson Museum, Rao Pragmalji’s Palace
Zainabad – Rann of Kutch & Stay in Camps
Ahmedabad – Bhavnagar(Lothal) – Diu (Palitana, Somnath) – Sasangir (Junagadh)-Wankaner – Bhuj- Zainabad
Day 1 : Ahmedabad via Delhi or Mumbai
On reaching Ahmedabad you will be received and transferred to your Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2: Ahmedabad
This city is full of architectural delights with exquisite carved wooden mansions, Havelis, and labyrinthine lanes, visit Calico museum, Jama Masjid, and Sdi mosque, famous for its shaking minarets.
Day 3: Ahmedabad -Bhavnagar
Morning Drive to Bhavnagar en-route visit the 4000-year-old excavation site of Harappan era at Lothal.
Day 4 : Bhavnagar – Diu
After breakfast leave for Diu, en route visit Palitana the impressive hilltop Jain temple complex reached by steep stairs. Continue on to Diu.
Day 5: Diu
Morning sightseeing of Diu, a Portuguese colony until 1961. Visit the fort built by the Portuguese in 1541. The island has a Mediterranean feel and reflects the Portuguese colonial period architecture. Afternoon at leisure by the sea.
Day 6 : Diu – Somnath – Sasangir
Drive to Sasangir Morning drive to Somnath to see the spectacular shore temple. Somnath is the holiest of Hindu pilgrimages, Drive on to Sasangir the home of the Asiatic lion.
Day 7: Sasangir
Morning and afternoon game viewing in the Sasangir National Park.
Day 8 : Sasangir – Wankaner
Drive to Wankaner en route visit Junagadh visit 250 BC Ashokan Rock Edicts and the Jain temples studded in the Girnar Hill. Continue on to Wankaner.
Day 9: Wankaner
Free to explore the palace and the nearby villages. Visit the palace museum housing a memorable collection of antiques. View the royal collection of vintage cars.
Day 10: Wankaner – Bhuj
Drive to Bhuj, an old walled city with maze-like streets and crenelated gateways. Afternoon tour visiting the Ferguson Museum, Rao Pragmalji’s Palace made of marble and sandstone.
Day 11: Bhuj
Explore the tribal villages, specializing in different forms of handicraft including ahir embroidery, block printing, and tie and dye.
Day 12: Bhuj – Zainabad
Drive to Zainabad. Enjoy a game drive in the little Rann of Kutch to see the Asiatic wild Ass. Overnight at the Desert Courser’s Camp.
Day 13: Zainabad – Ahemdabad
Morning leave for Ahmedabad visiting en route the Sun temple at Modhera and the city of Patan.
Day 14 Ahmedabad – Departure
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
INCLUSIONS IN THE ITINERARY
LIVING SPACES
The Hotels we recommend are handpicked and the best the destination can offer, as per your preference & taste.
CURATED EXPERIENCES
The activities, sights and experiences are original and offer you the spirit of the land
CULINARY
Flavours of local and global cuisine matched with your preferred drinks at selected restaurants offering unique F&B experiences
TRAVEL
We endeavour to make your journey smooth and memorable. Our drivers are trained at driving on Indian Roads and are also knowledgeable guides.
