Tribal Tour of Gujarat

Duration:

15 Nights / 16 Days

Destination Covered:

Mumbai-Vadodara-Chhota Udaipur (Chhota Udaipur)-Ahmedabad-Poshina-Zainabad-Bhuj-Wankaner-Bhavnagar-Sayla-Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary-Ahmedabad

Reviews

  • India Real Heritage Destinations ! Our tour was well organized and amazing. It was very quick and easy to work with our tour manager Mr. Pragya Chandra. Travel docket was well prepared with all of the details and information we needed, plus recommendations and suggestions. Our driver Anil was excellent, especially in India’s busy streets! He was very pleasant, respectful and always on time. We would love to have him as our driver again. Jodi Parker and Family, United States of America, January 2015
  • A wonderful travel agency! My son and I had a wonderful trip along with a fantastic driver and guide. I appreciate the care and attention you had given us in coming up with our itinerary. Thank you so much for your all positive effort! John, New York, USA, January 2015
  • Rapid Golden Triangle I had a wonderful experience in Golden Triangle Tour of North India! Everything was pre plan according to my itinerary, taken care of and I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to see and do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations from my tour desirner who made us program adaptable to my wishes and price range. My driver was knowledgeable about each locations and gave great suggestions on activities for me (photography related) Echo Blum, United Kingdom, December 2014
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  • The trip was great! Everything worked very well The travel itself was well elaborated, the hotels were very well equilibration, from the more basic ones to the luxury resorts as the Dune or the Taj Malabar in Cochin. A very special experience was the trip on the boat (Spice Coast Cruises) -> simply great!
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Tour Description

Overview

‘Tribal 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 15 nights and 16 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 Sightseeing

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 Sightseeing

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 Sightseeing

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.

Day 15: Gir National Park-Sayla (By Road -230 Kilometres)

After breakfast, proceed to Sayla. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. Have dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 16: Sayla–Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary(By Road -106 Kilometres)-Ahmedabad(By Road-65 Kilometres)

Today after having an early breakfast, proceed to Ahmedabad. En- route visit to Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary for bird watching. It is having an a huge lake and ambient marshes, Mainly inhabited by migratory birds in winter and spring. Drive back to Ahmedabad airport to catch a flight for your onward destination.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

  1. Explore the tribal villages of Bhils and Ratwas
  2. Enjoy the guided tours of Sankheda.
  3. Explore Modhera and Patan.
  4. Visit the temples of Ambaji and Khumbharia.
  5. Explore the wildlife safari of Little Rann of Kutch
  6. Enjoy the shopping in Banni villages of Bhuj
  7. Visit the renowned Palitana Jain temples
  8. Enjoy the Sasan Gir National Park
  9. Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary
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