Tour Duration: 15 Nights / 16 Days
Destinations Covered: Mumbai - Ahmedabad - Dasada - Bhuj - Jamnagar - Dwarka - Somnath - Diu - Bhavnagar
Day 01: Arrival at Mumbai
Upon your arrival, you will be met by our representative at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport by late evening. From the airport, you'll be transferred to the hotel for check in. Relax for the night and get over the jetlag.
Day 02: Mumbai - Ahmedabad
Post breakfast, drive back to the airport to board a flight to Ahmedabad in Gujarat. After landing at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, our tour executive will escort you to the hotel for check in. Freshen up and relax to revive your energies for the next day. Dinner will be served at the hotel.
Day 03: Ahmedabad
After an early morning meal, you'll proceed for sightseeing tour of the city. Special attractions include Gandhi Ashram, Swaminarayan Temple, Akshardham Temple, ISKON Temple, Bhadra Fort, Heritage Houses of Poles, Vaishnodevi Temple, Kankaria Lake, Kamla Nehru Zoo, Hathisingh Jain Temple, Calico Textile Museum, Jhulta Minar, and Auto World Vintage Car Museum. Evening dinner will be at Vishala Village restaurant, after which you'll head back to the hotel to spend the night.
Day 04: Ahmedabad - Dasada
Start day four with a healthy breakfast, after which, you'll head to Dasada by road, which would take about 5 hours. En-route, you'll visit the Sun Temple at Modhera, built in 1026 AD; Rani Ki Vav, a famous stepwell at Patan built in the early 11th century; and the Patola weaving center at Patan. Hereafter, you'll continue your journey to Dasada. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to the hotel for check in and overnight stay.
Day 05: Dasada
After a delectable breakfast in the morning, set out for a jeep safari in the Rann of Kutch. Spread over an area of 30,000 square kilometer, the Rann of Kutch is a seasonal salt marsh. Later in the afternoon, after lunch, proceed to the nearby tribal villages to witness their textile handicrafts. Take this opportunity to interact with the local people and learn about their ancient traditions, culture, and lifestyle. Drive back to the hotel in the evening to spend the night. Dinner will be served at the hotel.
Day 06: Dasada - Bhuj
On day six of the tour, post breakfast; you'll travel by road to Bhuj, in Kachchh district of Gujarat. After about 6 hours' drive, you'll reach Bhuj and check in to the hotel. Relax and refresh yourself. Have lunch and spend the noon at leisure. In the evening, visit the Collector's office to obtain a permit to visit the villages situated here. Night stay will be at Bhuj.
Day 07: Bhuj
Enjoy the traditional Gujarati breakfast served at the hotel. Thereafter, head for a full day excursion to the nearby villages and watch the crafty artisans working in their natural habitat creating different textiles and handicrafts. Learn about the history and hard work that goes into making them while interacting with the locals. You can also indulge in some shopping, if you like. Come back to the hotel in the evening for dinner and sleep over.
Day 08: Bhuj
Spend another day at Bhuj traveling to some other villages in the vicinity. Observe and check out the culture and traditions practiced here. Plenty of opportunities to pick up arts and crafts for shopaholics! Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Bhuj.
Day 09: Bhuj - Jamnagar
After breakfast in the morning, travel for about 6 hours by road to the next destination on the tour - Jamnagar, once an important of the princely states of Saurashtra. Today, it is a famous strategic location for Indian Defence Forces. Home to the largest mineral oil refinery in the world, Jamnagar is known as the "Oil City of India". After you reach, you'll be transferred to the hotel for overnight stay. Dinner will be served at the hotel restaurant.
Day 10: Jamnagar - Dwarka
Start your day with a sumptuous breakfast and embark on a three-hour journey to the legendary city of Dwarka, which once was the dwelling place of Lord Krishna. The city is among the seven of the most ancient cities in India. After you arrive here, proceed to the hotel for check in. Unwind yourself in the comfort of the room and enjoy the traditional cuisines served for lunch. In the evening, proceed for an excursion to famous temples, including the Dwarkadhish Temple. End the day with a drive back to the hotel and good night's sleep.
Day 11: Dwarka - Somnath
After breakfast, you'll be driven to the famous Somnath Temple, which is about 300 km from Dwarka. A short halt will be made at Porbandar and Junagadh to visit some temples and other sightseeing locations. As you reach, check in to the hotel. After a short and quick refreshing and relaxing session, head out to visit the Somnath Temple. Known as Shrine Eternal, the temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlinga Shrines of Lord Shiva. Overnight stay and dinner will be at the hotel.
Day 12: Somnath - Diu
Day 12 will start with a gorgeous breakfast and a 2½ hours drive to Diu. Upon reaching here, transfer to the hotel for check in. Rest of the day will be at your leisure. Dinner will be served at the hotel restaurant.
Day 13: Diu
After you are done with breakfast, you are free to spend the entire day exploring the city of Diu. Main attractions include Nagoa Beach, Gangeshwar Temple, Ghoghla Beach, St Thomas Church, St Paul's Church, and Gomtimata Beach. Your day will end with a drive back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 14: Diu - Bhavnagar
After breakfast at the hotel, you'll proceed to Bhavnagar by road. The journey will take about 6 hours. Upon reaching, you'll be ushered to the hotel. Have lunch at the hotel, after which the day will be at your disposal. Explore the streets or nearby attractions of Bhavnagar or indulge in some shopping for souvenirs. Later in the evening, return back to the hotel where dinner and night's rest will await you.
Day 15: Bhavnagar - Mumbai
In the morning, you'll be escorted to Bhavnagar Airport to board a flight to Mumbai. After you arrive at Mumbai, our representative will guide you to the hotel for check in. Rest of the day will be at your disposal to spend it as you like. You can either rest at the hotel room or go out and explore the city of Mumbai with whatever time you are left with. Last minute shopping, if any, can be done here. Head back to the hotel in the evening to finish packing and have dinner. Retire for the night thereafter.
Day 16: Mumbai Departure
On the final day of your tour, you'll be served with a lavish breakfast at the hotel. After that, you'll be transferred in time to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to board the flight to your onward destination.
