Gujarat is one of the most prosperous states in India. Exceptional Gujarat is specially designed to explore exceptional sites and areas with rich architectural beauty, Gandhi house, UNESCO sites, unbelievable ethnic tribes and tribal villages, royal palaces, vintage car collection, marvellous Jain temples, Asiatic lion territory, site of Indus valley civilisation, Runn of Kutch, delicacy of Sun temple, excellent Baori (step well), local contacts, heritage walk and many more. Visit to Palitana Jain temples will be the test of your physical endurance.
Upon arrival at Ahmedabad airport you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel.
Morning visit Sabarmati Ashram, set up by Mahatma Gandhi in 1915. This was his first Satyagraha Ashram & for many it was the nerve centre of India's freedom movement.
Hatheesing Jain Temple - this Temple was established in 1850 by Seth Hathi Singh and dedicated to the 15th 'Jain Tirthankar', known as Dharamnath. Visit Swami Narayan Temple - It is the first and foremost temple of Swaminarayan sect. Being the most prominent temple, it is always thronged by people to seek the blessings of the deity. Visit Ahmed Shah's Mosque and tomb - constructed in year 1414 A.D. by Sultan Ahmed Shah, the founder of Ahmedabad. Rani Rupmati mosque, An architectural masterpiece that is 105 feet long and 46 feet broad rises to a height of 32 feet. Attractions of the site include the intricately designed windows decorated with floral designs. Sidi syaid mosque, is a sublime ode in stone to the extraordinary architectural legacy of the African diaspora in India.
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Jambughoda en-route visit Champaner Pavagadh Archeological Park, the place is a UNESCO designated, World Heritage Site (2004). It is an assemblage of over 100 small and large monuments largely unexcavated and bearing archaeological, historic and living cultural heritage properties. Afterwards drive to Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary. It served as the former private hunting village of the Prince of Jambughoda. In the course of the safari, one may spot animal species like leopard, jackal, sloth bear, four horned antelopes, wild boar and blue bull. In the evening visit a nearby typical village.
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Vadodara en-route visit Chhota Udaipur. Upon arrival visit the tribal museum and Chalti Haat Bazaar & local market where you meet tribes of different ethnic groups in the area. Also visit some tribal villages. Pithora painting, pottery, terracotta figures, Langoti wearing and bamboo basket weaving are main attractions. Later drive to Vadodara. Check-in at the hotel. Proceed for visit of Lakshmi Vilas Palace, one of the majestic structures in India. Fateh Singh Museum, having a good collection of royal antiques.
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Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Bhavnagar. En-route visit to Lothal for its Indus Valley Civilization and Site Museum (closed on Friday). Later continue drive to Bhavnagar. Arrival and check-in at the hotel. Visit Takhteshwar Temple - It is one of the popular Shiva temples located in the state of Gujarat. This temple offers a good aerial view of the entire city of Bhavnagar along with the surrounding regions. Evening visit to some of the interesting bazaar area with overhanging wooden balconies.
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel.
Morning drive for Palitana. This place is an important religious site for people belonging to the Jain religion who believe that in order to attain nirvana, one must visit this site. Situated on Mount Shatrunjaya, the Palitana Jain Temples consist around 863 marble-cut temples which were carved during the 11th to 20th century. Drive to Sasangir. Check-in at the hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel.
Enjoy morning and evening safari in Gir National Park, A tapestry of dry deciduous forests, acacia scrub and grassland, fed by rivers and reservoirs, The Gir national park is the only sanctuary in India where you can spot the famous Asiatic lion in its natural habitat. Apart from these Royal animals, the park also has good concentration of leopards, sambars, deers, marsh crocodiles etc.
Lunch and dinner at the hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Junagarh, which literally means an ancient fort. The Junagadh town is located at the foothills of the sacred hill of Girnar & occupies a special place in the history of Gujarat. Visit Junagadh Museum – Galleries showcase 19th-century paintings, weapons, textiles & other artifacts in a former palace. Visit Uparkot fort, famous for its virtual inaccessibility. Inside the fort, 14 Rock Edicts of the Emperor Ashoka can be seen inscribed on a great boulder.
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Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Rajkot en-route visit Gondal, a picturesque town with plenty of gracious architecture, wide tree lined roads and European lampposts. Visit Naulakha Palace- fabulous palace is distinguished by its beautiful balconies and exquisite stone carvings. After that, head out to visit the vintage car collection of the royal family of Gondal. Drive to Rajkot. Arrival check-in at the hotel. Visit the famous Watson museum with its grand collection of Gujarati crafts & artifacts and Rashtriya Shala hand weaving center.
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Bhuj. Arrive and Check-in at the hotel. Afternoon proceed to visit Aiana Mahal Museum, It was constructed by Rao Lakhpatji (1707-61 A.D.) in 1750 A.D., who was a great patron of art, architecture, music & literature. Aaina Mahal is a unique example of an Indian palace built in the mid-eighteenth century with European influence. Visit animated local Bazaar.
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel.
Excursion to explore untouched fabulous Banni Villages - inhabited by the tribal Kutch communities, each being identified by their individual costumes. These villages are known for their handicrafts and embroidery work with minute details on it. In the evening drive back to Bhuj.
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel.
Drive to Bajana. En-route stop at village Ajrakhpur, known for block printing. Visit the Living and Learning Design Centre (LLDC). Arrive and Check- in at the hotel. Visit the nearby local villages to see the local tribes such as Rabari, Koli and Bajania still maintaining their rich heritage of lifestyle clothes, jewelry and dances. Their embroidery is exquisite. One can see the Negroid Sidhi tribes, people of Gir and Kutch.
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel.
Drive for Ahmedabad en-route stop and visit Modhera, renowned for the 11th century Sun temple, one of India's finest architectural works. Later continue Patan, with its many finely carved wooden houses, Jain temples and 'Patola' weavers visit the Raniji Ki Vav stepwell, it is the oldest and the grandest step well in the state of Gujarat. Then continue to Ahmedabad for the transfer to the international airport for the flight to your destination.
Overnight on board.
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