13 Days & 12 Nights
Tour Timeline
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1Ahmedabad
- Your Ecstasy tour of Gujrat will begin with your arrival in Ahmedabad. Our already allotted representative will be ready to welcome you at the Ahmedabad Airport and help you to check-in in to your hotel.
- Ahmedabad is known to be one of Gujrat's celebrated city, which is located on the banks of the Sabarmati River. Once upon a time it used to be the capital city of Gujrat, and it also played an important role in India' struggle for independence. The Father of our Nation, Mohan Das Karamchand Gandhi or ‘Mahatma Gandhi’ spent several years of his life in Ahmedabad. He started his famous Dandi March or Salt March from this very city.
- You will spend your afternoon with the many of the beautiful attractions of the city as we shall go for sightseeing once you are checked in at the hotel as a part of your Ecstasy Gujarat Tour Package.
- Our Ecstasy Gujarat tour will begin with the most famous Sabarmati Gandhi Ashram which is located on the Sabarmati River, along the western banks. During the independence battle of India, this place served as the dwelling point for Mahatma Gandhi, from 1917-1930.
- After the mesmerizing visit of the Ashram, we will turn towards the amazing Calico Textile Museum, which displays an antique collection of rare textiles which dates back to almost 17th century, which makes it one of the best textile museum in the world.
- After the world of textile is completed as a part of your Gujarat Tour Package, we will move towards the Adalaj Step Well. This Stepwell or locally known as Baori, was constructed on the orders of Muslim King Mohammed Begda in the year 1499, for his queen Rani Roopba, it is a man-made water storage pond.
- You will now retire for the day at the hotel in Ahmedabad for a good night's rest.
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2Ahmedabad – Patan – Modhera – Dasada (260 KM, 5 Hours)
- We will proceed towards Dasada first thing in the morning as covered under your Ecstasy Tour Package.
- En-route to Dasada, we will stop and visit Patan, which holds the main attraction of the place, such as, Rani ki Vav and Patola Weaving Center.
- Among many other things, Rani ka vav was developed by the Solanki dynasty, and it is a stepwell, one of the monuments which is richly sculptured and now it comes in the list of world UNESCO World Heritage site.
- The next stop for us would be Patola Weaving center. Which is famous for its double Ikat weave. Its specialty is that is does not have a reverse side, hence, it could be worn from both the sides.
- From there, we will proceed towards Modhera, and visit its astonishing Sun Temple. There are seven temples which are dedicated to the sun god and it is one amongst them.
- Later in the evening we will reach Dasada and check in at the hotel that is pre booked by Havishe Travels as a part of your Ecstasy Gujarat tour package.
- Dasada is a place in the Little Rann of Kutch. The place is small yet full of beauty. It is a village which is surrounded by a long stretch of sandy desert and has wetlands around. It gives the tourists an opportunity to discover the ecosystem of the region and the unique lifestyle of the people there, who are famous for their handicrafts.
- The stay of the night will be in the hotel in Dasada.
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3Dasada
- The following morning and the afternoon you will get to enjoy a jeep safari in Little Rann of Kutch as this place holds a special attraction and serves as the bird watcher’s paradise because of the presence of flamingos, pelicans, ducks, cranes and storks here.
- The night stay will be in the hotel in Dasada.
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4Dasada – Bhuj (300 KM , 6 Hours)
- The following morning we will begin our journey towards bhuj and upon the arrival there, we will check in a hotel.
- It is the best starting point for our journey towards Rann of Kutch which is a natural reserve and a very important destination of the Gujarat Tour.
- The night will be spent in a hotel in Bhuj.
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5Bhuj
- The day will begin with us exploring the villages in Banni.
- Banni almost contains 40 quaint cluster of villages where you get the opportunity to meet the local people who are the craftsmen and masters in the display of their traditional art.
- The ornaments they will, their clothes and utensils and everything around will make you stop in your tracks and leave you amazed at their lifestyle museum.
- The night will be spent in a hotel in Bhuj.
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6Bhuj – Gondal (315 KM, 7 Hours)
- The next morning, we will begin our journey towards Gondal which is your next destination in your Ecstasy Gujarat Tour.
- En-route we will stop at Anjar. The place is famous for its local markets. It is not possible for people to avoid buying the exciting range of metal handicrafts sold in these markets.
- We will also visit craft villages on the way to Gondal in order to see woolen varieties, wooden block printing with natural vegetable dyes and natural colors.
- We shall continue our drive towards Gondal and upon our arrival, we will check in at the hotel for overnight stay. Gondal houses a number of palaces nearby a calm river.
- We will stay the night at the hotel in Gondal.
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7Gondal – Junagarh (100 KM, 2 Hours)
- We will start the morning with the sightseeing of Gondal and its mesmerizing points.
- First, we will visit Naulakha Palace. It is one of the oldest and most beautiful palace in Gondal, which dates back to 17th century.
- After that, we will visit the Royal Garages, which houses an extensive collection of vintage and classic cars from 1910 to 1955, limousine and sports cars from 1950 and 1960, American cars from 1940 and 1950, and a fleet of four-wheel drive vehicles from the World War II and post-war period. A number of these cars are restored and some still bear the original Gondal State number plates.
- The Riverside Palace at Gondal is a Government of India’s classified heritage hotel, and the Orchard Palace has also been converted into a heritage hotel.
- In the evening, we will leave for Junagadh and check-in at the hotel.
- Overnight at hotel in Junagadh
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8Junagarh – DIU (100 KM, 2 Hours)
- The next morning, we will start the sightseeing tour of Junagarh and visit Mahabat Maqbara. The structure amazingly features beautifully carved silver doors and is also the tomb of Nawab Mahabatkhanji.
- After that, we will visit the Durbar Hall Museum, which displays an interesting collection of weapons, silver articles, thrones, costumes, tapestries, and paintings which portrays the lifestyle of the Nawab.
- Later, we will visit Uparkot Fort, which is an impressive fort built during the Mauryan dynasty. The fort features some beautiful and various archeological sites such as Babupyana Caves, Naugham Kuva, Jama Masjid, Buddhist Caves and Adi-Kadi Vav.
- Ashoka Rock Edict, a large boulder can be found on the way to Girnar Hill temples. On this boulder, you will be able to see inscription of fourteen edicts by Emperor Ashoka.
- In the afternoon, we shall leave for Diu. En- route we will stop at Somnath and visit the famous Somnath temple.
- After our arrival at Diu we will proceed to check in at hotel for overnight stay.
- Overnight stay at the hotel in Diu under your Ecstasy Gujarat package.
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9DIU – Bhavnagar (200 KM, 4 Hours)
- In the morning we shall visit the local fish market first.
- Then, we will proceed to visit Fort of Diu, a majestic fort which overlooks the Arabian Sea. The fort features a wonderful collection of cannon, engraved tombstone fragments, and small chapels.
- Later, you can relax and take a leisurely walk on the beach while enjoying the serenity the beach provides.
- In the evening, we shall leave for Bhavnagar.
- The rich history of ocean trade, vibrant culture, local bazaars and enchanting architecture makes Bhavagar a must visit.
- After our arrival, we shall check in at hotel.
- During the afternoon, we will visit the local bazaar of Bhavnagar which holds the inner most beauty of the place.
- Overnight at hotel in Bhavnagar
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10Bhavnagar – Palitana – Bhavnagar (120 KM, 3 Hours)
- In the morning, we shall leave for an excursion to Pailtana. Palitana is one of the most important and prestigious pilgrimage sites of Jain religion and is counted in world’s largest Temple Complex.
- Overnight stay at hotel in Bhavnagar
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11Bhavnagar – Jambughoda (260 KM, 5 Hours)
- The next morning, we shall leave for Jambughoda and en-route, we will visit Champaner. Champaner is a historical city which was built by Sultan Mahmud Begada of Gujarat. UNSECO- protected World Heritage Site, Champaner-Pavagadh. An archaeological Park is also situated here.
- One of the other important thing for which Champaner is also known for is the famous Jama Masjid built by Sultan Begada that ranks amongst the finest architectural edifices in Gujarat.
- We will then continue our drive towards Jambughoda.
- On arrival there we will check in at a hotel.
- In the afternoon, we will leave for an excursion and exploration of tribal villages around the area to experience the primitive lifestyle along with Pithora wall paintings.
- Overnight stay at hotel in Jambughoda
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12Jambughoda – Ahmedabad (200 KM, 4 Hours)
- In the morning, we shall visit tribal market called haat in the nearby village. Haat is a weekly market place in which the tribals from the nearby surrounding areas bring their hand-made products such as jewelry, earthenware, simple farm implements and farm produce, to sell or barter.
- After this visit, we will leave for Ahmedabad. On the way, we will make a stop at Khambhat.
- Khambat, which was once an important port is now a commercial trading centre for cotton, grains, tobacco, textiles, and carpets.
- Finally, we will proceed to Ahmedabad and check in at hotel.
- Overnight stay at hotel in Ahmedabad
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13Departure from Ahmedabad
We will take your leave at the airport so that you can board a flight to onward destination with everlasting imprints of this mesmerizing tour.
Inclusion
- You all will be provided with spectacular accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis, for each of your night stay at the hotel as a part of your Ecstasy Gujarat tour package.
- Assistance will be provided during your arrival and departure at all cities by Havishe Travels.
- Your everyday breakfast in the morning at hotel is covered under your Gujarat tour package.
- All transfers will be provided as a part of your Ecstasy Gujarat tour, including the airport/railway transfers by an AC vehicle.
- In every city that you will be visiting during your amazing journey, you will be provided with a local English speaking guide as a part of your Ecstasy Gujarat tour package.
- One mineral water bottle per person is included in the everyday essentials provided as a part of the Gujarat tour package.
- All currently applicable taxes of any sorts including GST will be covered and included under the Ecstasy Gujarat state tour package.
Exclusion
- Your Ecstasy Gujarat tour package won't include any kind of Visa fees (if applicable during your journey from start to finish).
- The entry fees to any historical monuments/ museums/ parks or any kind is not to be included under the detailed Gujarat Tour Package.
- Any camera charges/rides or extra curricular activities are not covered under your Ecstasy Gujarat tour.
- Tips will not be given from the tour package (they are always optional, but some guidance will be given to you in the pre-departure information pack that you'll receive after the booking).
- Any of the beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature is not covered under the Gujarat state tour package.
- Any of the International/Internal flights that are take to/from the start/finish of the trip is not covered under your Ecstasy Gujarat tour package.