Duration:15 Days / 14 Nights
Places Covered:Delhi - Ahemdabad - Bhavnagar - Ahmedpur -
Mandvi - Sasangir - Gondal - Wankaner- Bhuj - Zainabad - Ahmedabad - Mumbai
- Goa
Day 01 - Delhi
Arrive Delhi, where our representative shall escort you. Take some rest at
the hotel and later we shall leave on a half-day excursion to New Delhi. That
will include a visit to India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan (President house), if
time permits we can also visit the Humayun tomb and Qutub Minar. We shall board
the train to depart for Ahmedabad, overnight stay will be on board.
Day 02 - Delhi – Ahemdabad
After breakfast, we shall visit the Calico Museum (closed on Wednesday); Headband
is situated on the banks of Sabarmati River and has a flourishing textile industry
earning Ahmedabad the title of “ Manchester of the East.” A collection
of such wholeness is displayed in the Calico Museum. Later we shall visit the
Swaminarayan temple and the Akshardham temple in Gandhinagar, on way back en
route visit to the Adalaj Step well. Later visit Hateesingh Jain Temple and
Rani Rupvati’s mosque. Also visit the ashram of Mahatma Gandhi- an oasis
of calm and tranquility. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 03 - Ahemdabad - Bhavnagar
Early morning we shall depart from Ahmedabad and drive towards Bhavnagar
en route visit to the Lothal, an important archeological site that was once
abode the ancient city of Indus Valley Civilization dating back to 2400 BCE.
In the afternoon arrive at Bhavnagar, the land of the Suryavanshi Gohil Rajputs,
Bhavnagar served as an essential port for marine trade until Surat and Cammbay
emerged as prominent one in Gujarat. Bhavnagar is also known as the cultural
capital of Swarashtra the first all vegetarians Pizza Hut in the world was
opened in Ahmedabad. Overnight stay will be at the Hotel.
Day 04 - Bhavnagar - Ahemedpur - Mandvi
Early morning we shall leave for Ahmedpur Mandvi. Spend some leisure time on
the beach. Then a Beach Hotel can be utilized for an overnight stay.
Day 05 - Ahemedpur - Mandvi – Sasangir
Early morning leave towards Sasangir to visit the temple at Somnathpur on the
way.
Sasanhir Lion Sanctuary in the Gir forests, and take a jeep safari
thereon. Gir spreads in an total area of 1412 km sq. Some rare species
including the Asiatic Lion can be only found in the forests of Gir. The great
Indian bustard in bird reserve, the world’s only four horned antelope,
and the aqua specie the Dugong are some unique feature of
Gujarat wildlife.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 06 - Sasangir – Gondal
Drive to Gondal, the heart of the small former principality. In the afternoon
visit the Navlakha Palace, which was built in the 18th century and houses some
of the collection of arts and treasures gathered by the royal family of Gondal.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel. Following day we shall leave for a day
excursion to Junagadh to visit the ancient Uparkot Fort, Gothic palaces of
the Nawabs, massive step-wells, and the ostentatious 19th century mausoleum
complex. Return to Gondal, calling in en route visit to the 4th century Buddhist
caves of Khambalida. . Overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 07 - Gondal - Wankaner
We shall continue our journey towards Wankaner . on arrival check in to the
hotel for overnight stay.
Day 08-09 - Wankaner -Bhuj
After breakfast we shall drive towards Bhuj, famous for handicraft and major
attraction for artist and craftsmen who aspire to learn more about Kutchi embroidery.
Later enjoy a Full day excursion to the Banny villages to see various typical
villages to see the traditional art. In the evening visit to the Bhuj city
and market. Overnight stay will be at the Hotel. Following day visit the Rann
of Kutch region. The third day we shall visit the Sarad Bagh Palace, Swaminarayan
Temple, Prag Mahal, Kutch Museum, and other related monuments in Bhuj in Gujarat.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 10 - Bhuj - Zainabad
Today we shall leave from Bhuj to visit Zainabad that abode some rare species
like the wild Ass, and many other animals that sustain in this wild setting.
Day 11 - Zainabad -Ahmedabad –Mumbai
we shall drive all the way to Ahmedabad airport to reach the onward
destinations. An early morning flight gets us to the commercial city of India,
Mumbai, here too enjoy a day excursion to Gateway of India, or take a ferry
to Amanita caves.
Day 12-14 – Mumbai - Goa
A pre-arranged to Goa, will land us in a place that has a strong Portuguese
accent, which is evident throughout the pattern of life in Goa, India. Indulge
in some water sports or relax n the serene beauty of the beaches in Goa. Overnight
stay will be at the hotel. Following day visit some World Heritage site of
the churches of Goa, the former capital of the Portuguese Indies. The imposing
Church of Bom Jesus, which is home to the tomb of St Francis-Xavier, is a great
enunciation of the attractions in Goa, India. These monuments lead to the spreading
of Manueline, Mannerist, and Baroque art to all the countries of Asia where
missions are found today. Overnight shall be spent at the hotel. The last day
in Goa will be spare for individual activities, including indulging in some
spa exotics or a shopping spree.
Day 15 Goa Departure.
On day fifteen of the tour package, the tourist can go ahead with
relaxation and then preparations can be made to leave for the further journey.
