Overview
‘Cultural and Wildlife Tour of Gujarat’ is well designed itinerary which gives you the chance to explore the heritage, tribal villages and Wildlife of Gujarat. The "Jewel of the West”, Gujrat is one of the most exuberant costal state of India, located on the country's western coast, which is Rich in every sense, such as Gujarat has much to offer such as crafts, history and natural beauty. You will get the chance to explore the The Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary. This protected area is the sole home of Asiatic lions, which is one of the most important sanctuary in the Asia, due to the supported species of this protected area. Apart from this you will also get an opportunity to Explore Little Rann of Kutch. The duration of the tour is 13 nights and 14 days.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Mumbai
Upon arrival in Mumbai, meet our representative and get an assisted transfer to the hotel. Check in at your pre booked hotel. After freshen up, proceed for the city tour of Mumbai including the Gateway of India, also explore major markets and beaches of the city.
Overnight stay in Mumbai.
Day 02: Mumbai – Vadodara (By Air) – Chhota Udaipur (By Road-122 Kilometres)
Today after breakfast, proceed to the airport to board a flight to Vadodara. Upon arrival at Vadodara airport, begin your road journey to Chotta Udaipur. On arrival at Chhota Nagpur, check-in at your pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day is free at leisure or you can just explore the nearby places and markets and taste the local foods.
Stay overnight at Chhota Udaipur.
Day 03: Chhota Udaipur
Post breakfast, proceed to explore the major attractions of Chotta Udaipur. Here explore two colourful tribe villages, Ratwas and Bhils. Understand the local traditional culture and life style of the tribes.
Apart from this you will also get the chance to explore the Sankheda which is known for handicraft wood furniture, Pavagadh Fort, which was built during the period of Solanki rulers, Visit Jami Masjid and Dabhoi. After sightseeing return back to the hotel.
Stay overnight at Chhota Udaipur.
Day 04: Chhota Udaipur – Ahmedabad (By Road-200 Kilometres)
Today after having an early breakfast, drive towards Ahmedabad. Upon arrival, check-in at your pre-book hotel. After freshen up, proceed to visit the major attractions of Ahmedabadsuch as Calico Museum, Modhera Sun temple and Patan, which was the capital if Gujarat in medieval times, this place is popular for Patola silk weavers. Apart from this you will also get the chance to visit Rani ka Vav.
Overnight stay in Ahmedabad.
Day 05: Ahmedabad – Poshina (By Road-200 Kilometres)
Today after breakfast, drive for Poshina by road. Upon arrival check in to your hotel. After freshen up, proceed to visit the major attractions of Poshina including ancient Shiv temple, royal cenotaphs, Songadh dam and the Chitra Vichitra temple, it is the meeting points of three rivers.
Overnight stay in Poshina.
Day 06: Poshina
After breakfast, proceed for full day sightseeing including Ambaji temple, Khumbharia which is a group of 5 Jain temples, Gadha Shamlaji, Khedbrahma, the temples dedicated to Lord Brahma and Idar fort.
Overnight stay.
Day 07: Poshina – Zainabad (By Road-229 Kilometres)
Today after breakfast, drive to Zainabad, and this beautiful village is a base of the Little Rann of Kutch Wildlife Sanctuary. It is the home to the last batch of Asiatic Wild Ass. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel. After freshen up, proceed for jeep safari into the national park. Overnight in Zainabad.
Day 08: Zainabad – Bhuj (Kutch) (By Road-268 Kilometres)
Post breakfast, drive towards to Kutch. Upon arrival at Bhuj, get transferred to your pre-booked hotel in Kutch. After freshen up, proceed for visiting Aina Mahal, which is also known as the Palace of Mirrors. It has consists of a private handicraft museum, which houses the colourful handicraft items from various parts of Kutch.
Overnight Stay Kutch..
Day 9: Kutch
After breakfast, proceed to visit the Banni villages, these villages are renowned for traditional handicrafts. Explore the surroundings and interact with the locals and understand the tradition and culture of this place.
Overnight Stay Kutch..
Day 10: Bhuj – Wankaner(By Road-195 Kilometres)
On day 10, begin driving towards Wankaner a former princely state of Gujarat. Today, the town is popular for its Brick markers, potteries, town gates, local bazaars, old palaces, an old cinema hall- Playhouse, the memorial of Sartanji and his Sati wife, along with other structures. After completing the check-in formalities at the hotel, the day is free for leisure activities. Overnight in Wankaner.
Day 11: Wankaner – Bhavnagar(By Road-231 Kilometres)
Begin driving towards Bhavnagar, the base for visiting the well-known Palitana temples, dedicated to Jainism. A total of 863 rock-carved temples are situated on Mountain. The followers of Jainism consider that they should visit these temples at least once in a lifetime. Overnight in Bhavnagar.
Day 12: Bhavnagar – Gir(By Road-201 Kilometres)
Today after having an early morning enjoy the wildlife safari into the Little Rann. After that resume drive to Gir National Park. Upon arrival, check-in at a forest lodge and have dinner.
Overnight stay at resort.
Day 13: Gir National Park
Early morning, proceed to explore the wildlife safari into the Gir National Park, after safari, return to the hotel and have breakfast. After breakfast, continue the wildlife safari. Enjoy the dinner at hotel.
Overnight stay in the lodge.
Day 14: Gir National Park
Today enjoy the safaris in the morning and evening. Enjoy the vast and exotic flora and fauna. You can also visit Devaliya, a special area for lions. Also enjoy the nature walk or bird watching here.
Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.