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17 Nights / 18 Days

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Experience the diverse heritage and culture of Gujarat with this tour. Start in Mumbai and travel to Ahmedabad, a city rich in historical and architectural landmarks. Explore the spiritual town of Ambaji before heading to Bhuj, known for its unique blend of history and vibrant handicrafts. Discover the charming heritage of Gondal, with its royal palaces and traditional architecture. Return to Ahmedabad and visit Surat, famous for its thriving textile industry and vibrant markets. Conclude your journey back in Mumbai, enjoying a seamless blend of historical exploration and cultural experiences.

  • Traditional Indian Welcome Ceremony
  • Visit Ahmedabad city
  • Experience tribal life in Poshina
  • Meet Bhil & Garasia tribes, Rabaris near Ambaji
  • Visit artisans creating tribal arrows, silver jewelry, terracotta horses
  • Explore Little Rann of Kutch at Zainabad:
  • Jeep safari to see Indian Wild Ass, blue bulls, chinkaras, desert cats
  • Visit tribal communities: Rabari, Koli, Banania – known for embroidery, jewellery
  • Day trip to Banni villages like Tunda Vandha, known for Kachchhi huts and Rabari culture
  • Visit Rathwa & Nayak tribal villages
  • See Pithora paintings, carved wooden doors, and Chhota Udaipur tribal museum
  • Visit Surat, the historic city of textiles and diamonds
  • Enjoy the scenic drive to Saputara, Gujarat’s only hill station:
  • Visit Dang forest tribal villages
  • Learn about the primitive tribal cultures in the area
Accommodation No. of Night(s)
Mumbai 02
Ahmedabad 02
Poshina 02
Zainabad 02
Bhuj 02
Gondal 01
Utelia 01
Jambughoda 02
Surat 01
Saputara 02
Meals
    Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel

Transfers & Sightseeing
  • All transfers & sightseeing as per the itinerary by air conditioned vehicle
  • Flight from Mumbai to Ahmedabad
  • Services of local english speaking guides
  • All applicable government taxes
  • Mineral Water
  • Indian Visa Fee
  • Travel Insurance
  • Domestic Air Fare
  • Major Meals - Lunch & Dinner
  • Services of Language Speaking Guides
  • Video, film & professional still camera fees
  • Anything which is not mentioned in inclusions above
  • Expenses of personal nature like Telephone Calls, Laundry, Porterage, Tips, Alcoholic Beverages, etc.

Arrive Mumbai

Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Mumbai - Ahmedabad

Morning transfer to the airport for flight to Ahmedabad. Ahmedabad, founded in the year 1411 AD is located on the banks of river Sabarmati. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Ahmedabad

Today enjoy full day sightseeing of Ahmedabad. Morning visit the Calico Textile museum, Kite museum, Tribal Museum and Shreyas Folk museum. In the afternoon visit the Dada Hari Ni Vav- stepwell, Gandhi Ashram, Jama Masjid, Rani Sipri’s mosque, Rani Rupmati mosque and enjoy the walking tour of old city where one visits and passes under the “ Prols “ or Gates through the narrow lanes. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Ahmedabad - Modhera - Patan - Poshina 179 Kms / 3h 30m

After breakfast drive to Poshina. On the way visit Modhera & Patan. In Modhera visit Sun temple, the best example of Hindu architecture. Proceed to Patan- Patan was an ancient hind capital before Mahmud of Ghazni sacked it in 1024.

Later drive to Poshina- the tribal land of Aravalis. Explore the Bhil & Garasia tribal culture of north Gujarat & southern Rajasthan. The village of Poshina is a home to a number of artisans the tribal arrow crafters, silver, Potters, blacksmiths and the bazaar is famous for silver tribal jewellery, ornate sheathed daggers and terra cotta horses. Overnight stay.

Poshina

After breakfast visit tribal villages around Poshina. It is a centre to see Garasia tribals and also rajasthani Rabaris can be seen near Ambaji. Afternoon second safari to the tribal villages located in the aravalli hills. Overnight stay.

Poshina - Zainabad 229 Kms / 4h 30m

After breakfast proceed to Zainabad - "little Rann of kutch" and the local tribes and the ruins of the Solanki rulers. The Rann is a stunning experience. It is a vast expanse of flat sea bed. The drive through the vast Rann offers many visual delights like the wild ass, blue bull, chinkara, jungle and desert cats and a large variety of birds including cranes. Overnight stay.

Zainabad

Early morning enjoy a jeep safari through the Rann of Kutch to see the rare species of the "indian wild ass". Later visit the nearby villages to see the local tribes such as Rabari, Koli and Banania who still maintain their rich heritage of lifestyle, clothes, jewellery and dances. Their embroidery is exquisite. Overnight stay.

Zainabad - Bhuj 268 Kms / 5 hrs

After breakfast drive to Bhuj. Upon arrival check into the hotel. Afternoon visit Aina Mahal which now serves as a museum was built during the rule of Rao Lakhpatji. It now stands as a repository of the culture and history of Kachchh. Also visit Prag Mahal which is opposite to Aina Mahal. Overnight stay.

Bhuj

Breakfast at the hotel. Full day excursion to Banni village and tribal villages like Tunda vandha. It is a unique Rabari village, it has about 125 exquisitely designed Kachchhi huts inhabited by about 400 Rabaris. Most of the male population is generally away from the village. The interiors of the huts present a pleasant spectacle of native art. Overnight stay.

Bhuj - Dhamadka - Gondal 272 Kms / 5h 30m

After breakfast drive to Gondal, en route visit Dhamadka. Upon arrival check in at the hotel.

Gondal - the capital of the former princely state of Gondal, was ruled by the Jadeja Rajput clan, till the independence of India. It is a fortified town located on the river Gondali.

Gondal - Utelia 180 Kms / 3h 30m

After breakfast drive to Utelia, small fortified village. In the evening visit the village to see the traditional houses, diamond polishing, hot springs and typical ambience of indian village. Overnight stay.

Utelia - Jambughoda 196 kms / 3h 30m

After breakfast, drive to Jambughoda. The place is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, abundant wildlife, and natural beauty. The forests near Jambughoda are full of wild animals like leopards, jackals, bears, deer, and many more. Upon arrival, check into the hotel.

Jambughoda

After breakfast proceed for a full day excursion to the tribal villages of Jambughoda. Most of the tribal’s living in and around Jambughoda are ‘Rathwas’ & ‘Nayaks’. They are superstitious and God-fearing people. The entrance to their home is through a richly carved wooden door with figurines and tribal icons. The front is usually decorated with Pithora paintings for which the ‘Rathwas are known for.

Also visit the tribal museum of Chhota Udaipur which has a large collection of tribal artifacts. Overnight stay.

Jambughoda - Surat 209 kms / 5 hrs

After breakfast drive to Surat. Afternoon visit the city of Surat and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay.

Surat - Saputara 156 Kms / 3h 30m

After breakfast drive to Saputara - Gujarat's picturesque hill station perched on a plateau in the Dang forest area of the Sahyadri range. At an altitude of about 1000m, it has a cool bracing climate, the highest temperature. Even in the summer months do not exceed 28 Degree.

Afternoon visit various tribal villages at Saputara, considered to be the most primitive tribal community. Overnight stay.

Saputara

After breakfast, proceed for a full day tour to tribal villages & Dang area. Overnight at the hotel.

Saputara - Nasik - Mumbai 79 Kms / 2 hrs

After breakfast drive to Mumbai via Nasik. Upon arrival at Mumbai, check into the hotel.

Mumbai

Today say good bye to this fascinating land and transfer to the airport to connect flight for onward destination.

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