Explore Gujarat (13 Days / 12 Nights)
Blessed with fascinating landscapes and magnificent historic monuments, Gujarat is a richly rewarding tourist destination offering a range of holiday possibilities. The state is also famous as the only abode of Asiatic lion in the world. This tour will take you across this exquisite state taking you cross the a wide range of sceneries from welcoming city of Bhavnagar to fast moving Ahmedabad to the spiritual Somnath to the thrilling Gir forests. The tour finally ends in the financial capital of India, Mumbai.
Day 1: Mumbai
Monday, February 10, 2025 - Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Upon arrival meet and greet by our representative, then directly transfer to the hotel.Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2: Mumbai
Tuesday, February 11, 2025 - Wednesday, February 12, 2025
After breakfast takes a sight seeing tour of Bombay, drive to
Gateway of India and from here cruise by motorboats to
Elephanta caves. A flight of 100 steps takes you to the top of the hill where it is set. The caves houses large pillars that seem to hold the ceiling which is made of cross beams. The picturesque presentations of the 9 marvelous sculptured panels, set on the walls are awe-inspiring. The most famous of the panels is the Trimurthi, or triple-headed Shiva, where the God is depicted as the destroyer, the preserver and the creator. Later in the afternoon cruise back to
Gateway of India, one can have lunch at the Taj Hotel or other several good Restaurants like Leopold & Mondegar serving continental cuisines. Later visit
Prince of Wales Museum, Parliament House, Marine Drive, Jain Temple, Hanging Gardens, Return back to the hotel for overnight.
Day 3: Mumbai - Bhavnagar
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 - Thursday, February 13, 2025
After breakfast check out from the hotel. Transfer to the airport to board the morning flight for Bhavnagar. Assistance on Arrival and transfer to the hotel. After relaxation take a sightseeing tour of Bhavnagar visiting the
Gandhi Smriti which has a library, a small museum, gallery and memorial to the founder of India. Nearby is Gauri Shankar Lake, a picnic spot and
Takhteshwar temple with fine views from the hilltop. The Bhavnagar lock gate keeps ship afloat during low tides in the city's port. Rest of the day at leisure or you may explore the city on your own. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4: Bhavnagar - Palitana
Thursday, February 13, 2025 - Friday, February 14, 2025
After breakfast checkout the hotel and drive to
Palitana. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Later visit the
Palitana temple, covered Shatrunjaya Hill; 2,000 ft. near
Palitana town has 863 shrines and exquisite marble temples with arches, carved pillars and bejewelled idols. The temples range from the 11th to 20th century. Rest of the evening free for individual activities. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Palitana - Ahmedpur Mandvi
Friday, February 14, 2025 - Saturday, February 15, 2025
Today morning after breakfast checkout the hotel and drive to Ahmedpur-Mandvi. On arrival at check in at the hotel. Ahmedpur-Mandvi, on the coastline of Gujarat, is one of the finest beaches in India. Afternoon visit the beach and relax. Rest of the day free for individual activities. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Ahmedpur Mandvi
Saturday, February 15, 2025 - Sunday, February 16, 2025
Today you can spend the whole day at the beach. The beach is white and firm, ideal for walks, and the water perfect for swimming. A variety of Water sports options are on offer-water scooting, skiing, surfing, Para sailing, and speed boating. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7: Ahmedpur Mandvi - Somnath - Sasan Gir
Sunday, February 16, 2025 - Monday, February 17, 2025
Today in the morning after breakfast check out the hotel and drive to Somnath. On arrival at Somnath proceed directly to visit the Shiva temple. Somnath, The historic shore temple of Somnath is one of the 12 important Jyotirlingas of Shiva in India. A museum nearby has exhibits from the original temple before invaders destroyed it. The port town of Veraval nearby has interesting docks and palaces. Later leave for Sasan Gir by car. On arrival at Sasan-Gir, check-in at the hotel. Evening jungle safari into the sanctuary. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8: Sasan Gir - Junagarh
Monday, February 17, 2025 - Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Morning at leisure. Afternoon fly to Delhi. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Introduction to Indian classical dance technique followed by farewell dinner later transfer to the airport for your international flight home.
Day 9: Junagarh
Tuesday, February 18, 2025 - Wednesday, February 19, 2025
After breakfast visit to the Junagarh Fort, rife with palaces, gardens and mosques: Fort Uparkot and Sakerbagh Garden, take a panoramic view of Girnar Mountain, which has the 12th century Jain temples. Rest of the day free for relaxation. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10: Junagarh - Rajkot - Wankaner
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - Thursday, February 20, 2025
After breakfast checkout the hotel and depart by car for Wankaner en route visiting Rajkot. If time permits visit
The Watson museum Located in the pleasant Jubilee garden, Swaminarayan Temples and Gurukul are the places where people of all faith go to seek blessings. On arrival at Wankaner, check in at the hotel. In Wankaner you can Experience mix culture of Saurashtra, north Gujarat and Kutch. Rest of the evening free for leisure and relaxation. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 11: Wankaner - Ahmedabad
Thursday, February 20, 2025 - Friday, February 21, 2025
After breakfast checkout the hotel and visit the various temples and Ranjit Vilas Palace etc. Drive to Ahmedabad . On arrival at Ahmedabad check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure or you may explore the city on your own. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12: Ahmedabad
Friday, February 21, 2025 - Saturday, February 22, 2025
Today morning after breakfast take a sightseeing tour of the city, visiting the magnificent Mosque of Siddi Saiyad with its exquisite stone carvings, the beautiful Jama Masjid, white marbled Hathee Singh's Temple, Dada Hari Baoli, Shaking Minarets, Calico Textile Museum and Sabarmati Ashram started by Mahatma Gandhi. Afternoon visit to Akshardham 32 kms. Afternoon excursion to
Patan visiting Rani-Ki-Vav and other architectural buildings Return to the hotel for overnight.
Day 13: Ahmedabad - Mumbai
Saturday, February 22, 2025 - Sunday, February 23, 2025
After breakfast transfer to Mumbai for onward destination.
