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Vibrant Gujarat Tour to Tribes, Temples and The Great Rann
Product code 437819P65
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From EUR 1,329.3
Dates
Available from Sep 9, 2025
Start times
6:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 8:00 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-1, Child ages 2-11, Adult ages 12-90
Options
ChuttiN16-04/With 5* Hotels, ChuttiN16-01/Transport & Guide, ChuttiN16-02/With 3* Hotels, ChuttiN16-03/With 4* Hotels
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Duration
288 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Kolkata
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Vibrant Gujarat Tour to Tribes, Temples and The Great Rann





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Duration
288 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Kolkata
Why Travelers Love This
Embark on a 12-day journey through Gujarat, a land of heritage, wildlife, and living traditions. Explore Ahmedabad’s historic landmarks, marvel at the UNESCO-listed stepwells and temples of Patan and Modhera, and experience the vast beauty of the Great Rann of Kutch with its vibrant tribal villages. Discover royal palaces, ancient forts, and the revered Somnath Temple, and witness the rare Asiatic lion in its natural habitat at Gir National Park. The tour also includes spiritual encounters at Palitana’s Jain temples and explorations of Indus Valley sites at Lothal and Champaner. A perfect blend of history, culture, and nature, this itinerary showcases the hidden treasures of Gujarat.
Overview
Embark on a 12-day journey through Gujarat, a land of heritage, wildlife, and living traditions. Explore Ahmedabad’s historic landmarks, marvel at the UNESCO-listed stepwells and temples of Patan and Modhera, and experience the vast beauty of the Great Rann of Kutch with its vibrant tribal villages. Discover royal palaces, ancient forts, and the revered Somnath Temple, and witness the rare Asiatic lion in its natural habitat at Gir National Park. The tour also includes spiritual encounters at Palitana’s Jain temples and explorations of Indus Valley sites at Lothal and Champaner. A perfect blend of history, culture, and nature, this itinerary showcases the hidden treasures of Gujarat.
What's Included
Included
24/7 local assistance during the tour
Two complimentary bottles of mineral water per person per day in the vehicle
Village visits and cultural interactions as mentioned in the program
Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary
Jeep Safaris in Little Rann of Kutch and Gir National Park
All currently applicable taxes, tolls, parking charges, and driver allowances
Breakfast
Entrance fees to monuments, museums, and optional activities
English-speaking local guide for sightseeing and village visits
Assistance on arrival and departure by our local representative
Accommodation in well-selected hotels as per the program.
Not included
International and domestic flights, visa fees, and travel insurance
Camera and video charges at monuments, museums, or parks
Meals other than breakfast (lunch & dinner not included unless specified)
Tips for driver, guide, hotel staff, and personal expenses (laundry, phone, etc.)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Arrival in Ahmedabad
1 hour
Arrival in Ahmedabad
Arrive at Ahmedabad Airport where our representative will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. Relax and recover from your journey. Overnight stay in Ahmedabad. Inclusions: Accommodation, Transport, Local Assistance Please Note: Hotel check-in will be available after 2:00 PM.
Ahmedabad City Tour
1 hourAdmission included
Ahmedabad City Tour
Begin the day at the grand Jama Masjid, built in 1424 by Sultan Ahmed Shah, showcasing Indo-Islamic style with its yellow sandstone pillars and latticed screens.
Ahmedabad City Tour
1 hourAdmission included
Ahmedabad City Tour
Continue to the beautifully carved Jain Temple built by a merchant family, admired for its delicate marble work.
Ahmedabad City Tour
2 hoursAdmission included
Ahmedabad City Tour
In the afternoon, visit Sabarmati Ashram, the peaceful riverside retreat where Mahatma Gandhi lived and led India’s non-violent freedom struggle. Overnight stay in Ahmedabad. Highlights: Jama Masjid, Jain Temple, Sabarmati Ashram
Ahmedabad – Patan – Modhera – Dasada (200 km / 4 hrs)
30 minutesAdmission included
Ahmedabad – Patan – Modhera – Dasada (200 km / 4 hrs)
Drive to Dasada with two remarkable stops. At Patan, visit Rani Ki Vav, a UNESCO World Heritage stepwell built in the 11th century by Queen Udayamati. It is decorated with over 500 intricate sculptures of Hindu deities.
Ahmedabad – Patan – Modhera – Dasada (200 km / 4 hrs)
30 minutesAdmission included
Ahmedabad – Patan – Modhera – Dasada (200 km / 4 hrs)
Continue to Modhera Sun Temple, a masterpiece dedicated to the Sun God, where the sanctum is aligned to capture the first rays of the rising sun. Arrive at Dasada for check-in. Overnight stay in Dasada. Highlights: Rani Ki Vav, Modhera Sun Temple Please Note: Hotel check-in will be available after 2:00 PM.
Dasada – Bhuj (290 km / 6 hrs)
3 hoursAdmission included
Dasada – Bhuj (290 km / 6 hrs)
Early morning Jeep Safari in Little Rann of Kutch, famous for the endangered Indian Wild Ass, desert foxes, blue bulls, and migratory birds like flamingos and cranes. En route, visit Rabari tribal villages known for their embroidery and pastoral traditions.
Dasada – Bhuj (290 km / 6 hrs)
30 minutesAdmission included
Dasada – Bhuj (290 km / 6 hrs)
On arrival in Bhuj, explore Aina Mahal (Palace of Mirrors), built in the 18th century with Venetian-style glasswork and gilded interiors. Please Note: Aina Museum, Bhuj (closed on Thursdays and all public holidays)
Dasada – Bhuj (290 km / 6 hrs)
1 hourAdmission included
Dasada – Bhuj (290 km / 6 hrs)
Then visit the Kutch Museum, Gujarat’s oldest museum with tribal artifacts, and the colorful Swaminarayan Temple. Overnight stay in Bhuj. Note: Kutch Museum, Bhuj (remains closed on Wednesdays and on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month) Highlights: Jeep Safari, Aina Mahal, Kutch Museum, Swaminarayan Temple. Please Note: Hotel check-in will be available after 2:00 PM.
Bhuj – Excursion to Tribal Villages & Great Rann of Kutch
4 hours
Bhuj – Excursion to Tribal Villages & Great Rann of Kutch
After breakfast, travel across the shimmering white desert of the Great Rann of Kutch, one of the largest salt marshes in the world. Visit villages such as Hodka, Ludhia, Bhirandiara, Dhordo, and Kavda, meeting tribes like the Jat, Rabari, Harijan, Lohar, and Maldhari. Each community is known for distinctive crafts like mud painting, beadwork, and embroidery, offering a living museum of traditions. Return to Bhuj. Overnight stay in Bhuj. Highlights: Great Rann of Kutch, Tribal Villages
Bhuj – Rajkot (240 km / 4 hrs)
2 hours
Bhuj – Rajkot (240 km / 4 hrs)
Drive to Rajkot, stopping at Dhamadka village to see artisans practicing traditional Ajrakh block-printing on textiles.
Bhuj – Rajkot (240 km / 4 hrs)
2 hoursAdmission included
Bhuj – Rajkot (240 km / 4 hrs)
In Rajkot, visit Gondal Palace, once the residence of the royal family, admired for its grand Durbar Hall and vintage car collection. Later, visit the beautifully carved Swaminarayan Temple. Overnight stay in Rajkot. Highlights: Dhamadka Block Printing, Gondal Palace, Swaminarayan Temple Please Note: Hotel check-in will be available after 2:00 PM.
Rajkot – Junagadh – Sasan Gir (160 km / 4 hrs)
1 hourAdmission included
Rajkot – Junagadh – Sasan Gir (160 km / 4 hrs)
Proceed to Junagadh to see the Uparkot Fort, a citadel with massive walls, deep stepwells, and Buddhist caves dating back 2,000 years. Nearby, admire the Mausoleum of Mahabat Khan, a blend of Indo-Islamic and Gothic architecture with onion domes and spiral minarets.
Rajkot – Junagadh – Sasan Gir (160 km / 4 hrs)
1 hour
Rajkot – Junagadh – Sasan Gir (160 km / 4 hrs)
Continue to Sasan Gir and later visit Siddhi village, home to a unique community of African origin who have preserved distinct traditions. Overnight stay in Sasan Gir. Highlights: Uparkot Fort, Mahabat Khan Mausoleum, Siddhi Village Please Note: Hotel check-in will be available after 2:00 PM.
Sasan Gir – Somnath – Diu (150 km / 3 hrs)
2 hoursAdmission included
Sasan Gir – Somnath – Diu (150 km / 3 hrs)
Start the day with a Safari in Gir National Park, the only home of the Asiatic lion, and spot other wildlife such as leopards and antelopes.
Sasan Gir – Somnath – Diu (150 km / 3 hrs)
30 minutesAdmission included
Sasan Gir – Somnath – Diu (150 km / 3 hrs)
Continue to the Somnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva, rebuilt several times after invasions but still standing as a symbol of devotion.
Sasan Gir – Somnath – Diu (150 km / 3 hrs)
1 hourAdmission included
Sasan Gir – Somnath – Diu (150 km / 3 hrs)
End the day in Diu with a visit to the Diu Fort, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, offering sweeping views of the Arabian Sea. Overnight stay in Diu. Highlights: Gir Safari, Somnath Temple, Diu Fort Please Note: Hotel check-in will be available after 2:00 PM.
Diu – Bhavnagar (200 km / 5 hrs)
1 hour
Diu – Bhavnagar (200 km / 5 hrs)
Explore Vanakbara fishing village, where rows of colorful boats and a lively fish market reflect the coastal charm of Diu. Later, drive to Bhavnagar and check in at your hotel. Overnight stay in Bhavnagar. Highlight: Vanakbara Fish Market Please Note: Hotel check-in will be available after 2:00 PM.
Bhavnagar – Excursion to Palitana
3 hoursAdmission included
Bhavnagar – Excursion to Palitana
Take a full-day excursion to Palitana, the most important Jain pilgrimage site. Climb 4,000 steps up Shatrunjaya Hill to see around 800 marble temples, including the main temple dedicated to Lord Adinath. The hilltop view of endless temple spires is truly breathtaking. Return to Bhavnagar. Overnight stay in Bhavnagar. Highlight: Palitana Temples on Shatrunjaya Hill
Bhavnagar – Lothal – Champaner (200 km / 5–6 hrs)
1 hourAdmission included
Bhavnagar – Lothal – Champaner (200 km / 5–6 hrs)
Drive towards Champaner. En route, stop at Lothal, an archaeological site of the Indus Valley Civilization, known for its ancient dockyard, bead-making workshop, and drainage system.
Bhavnagar – Lothal – Champaner (200 km / 5–6 hrs)
1 hourAdmission included
Bhavnagar – Lothal – Champaner (200 km / 5–6 hrs)
Continue to Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with 15th-century mosques, stepwells, and palaces at the foot of Pavagadh Hill. Overnight stay in Champaner. Highlights: Lothal Site, Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park Please Note: Hotel check-in will be available after 2:00 PM.
Champaner – Ahmedabad (200 km / 5–6 hrs) & Departure
2 hours
Champaner – Ahmedabad (200 km / 5–6 hrs) & Departure
After breakfast, visit nearby Rathwa and Dhanka tribal villages, known for their colorful Pithora wall paintings and traditional way of life. Later, drive back to Ahmedabad and transfer to the airport for your onward journey. Highlights: Rathwa & Dhanka Tribal Villages
Additional Info
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before