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Day
01 : Arrival Mumbai
Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer
to hotel.Overnight at hotel.
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02 : Fly Ahmedabad
Arrival…Ahmedabad - Manchester of the
East'.
Ahmedabad, founded in the year 1411 AD is
located on the banks of river Sabarmati. and
has been named after Sultan Ahmed Shah, who
was primarily responsible for building it.
Today, this city is known as the 'Manchester
of the East', one of the highly industrialized
cities in India and is also India's Textile
City. Though the capital of Gujarat was shifted
from Ahmedabad to Gandhinagar, it is still
the second largest industrial city in western
India.
Upon arrival, we are met & transferred
to our hotel.
Overnight at hotel MG House of Ahmedabad.
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03 : Ahmedabad
 Ahmedabad
– Full day Sightseeing.
Morning: We proceed for a city tour of The
old city of Ahmedabad is dotted with labyrinthine
by lanes called 'polls'. The exquisite carved
wooden mansions and havelis are in no manner
less than their stone counterparts in Rajasthan.
We walk through theses narrow and fascinating
lanes to see the local housing colonies including
visit to Swaminarayan Temple, the Hateesing
Jain temple, Juma Masjid, Rani Rupmati Masjid,
Sidi Saiyed Masjid.
Later We visit (Sharp 10.15 AM-Textile Part-Wednesday
& Public Holidays are Closed) the Calico
Textile Museum, the finest in India. The museum
exhibits antique and modern textiles including
rare tapestries, wall hangings and costumes.
Also on display are old weaving machines.
On display in one part of the museum on the
outside is the facade of an ancient and intricately
carved haveli.
Afternoon: Proceed to visit with Gandhi Ashram/Museum
& proceed to Sarkhej, which is south west
of Ahmedabad & is noted for its elegant
group of buildings, including the Mausoleum
Of Azam & Mu`assam built in 1457 by the
brothers responsible for Sarkhej`s architecture.
The architecture is interesting because the
style is almost purely Hindu, with little
of the Saracenic influence so evident in Ahmedabad.
We also visit the Tomb of Ahmad Khattu Ganj
Buksh, a renowned Muslim saint & spiritual
adviser to Ahmed Shah.
Evening We drive north to visit the Adalaj
Vav, one of the finest of the Gujrati step-wells,
with carvings depicting intricate motifs of
flowers and birds. It was built by Queen Rudabai
in 1499 and it provided a cool and secluded
retreat during the hot summer months.
Overnight at hotel MG House of Ahmedabad.
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04 : Ahmedabad to Poshina (280 Kms.)
Ahmedabad– Poshina
After breakfast prceed to Poshina on way visit
to Modhera & Patan Modhera The beautiful
and partially ruined sun temple of Modhera
was built by King Bhimdev I (1026-27) and
bears some resemblance to the later, far better
known, Sun Temple of Konark, Orissa. It was
designed so that the dawn sun shone on the
image of Surya, the sun God at the time of
the equinoxes.
Patan: Patan was an ancient Hind capital before
Mahmud of Ghazni sacked it in 1024. Now a
pale shadow of its former self, it still has
more than 100 Jain temples and is famous for
its beautifully designed patola silk saris.
There is also the renovated Rani-ki-Vav, a
step well which boasts of some of Gujarat’s
finest carvings.
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 home to a number
of artisans the tribal arrow crafters, silver,
Potters, blacksmiths and the bazaar is famous
for silver tribal jewelry, ORNATE sheathed
daggers and terra cotta horses. Around poshina
are hamlets Of the bhil and garasia tribal
communities, know for their colorful Attires
and artistic ornaments. The jain temple, the
intricately carved Med review shiva temple
and the royal catteries (cenotaphs) of the
rulers Of poshina are sure to leave you mesmerized
Overnight at Darbargadh Castle of Poshina.
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05 : Poshina
After breakfast visit of tribal villages
around Poshina. It is an centre to see Garasia
tribals and also Rajasthani rabaris can be
seen near Ambaji. An important Hindu pilgrimage
centre of mother goddess Ambaji. Lunch at
the Darbargadh. After noon second safari to
the tribal villages located in the aravalli
hills.
Overnight at Darbargadh Castle of Poshina
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06 : Poshina to Zainabad (200 Kms.)
 After
breakfast proceed to Zainabad “Little
Rann Of kutch”
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. Flamingoes & The Houbara Bustard.
Also view the salt making process in the Rann.
Sunsets are absolutely spectacular due to
the flat uninterrupted landscape
Overnight at Decert Courses, Zainabad
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07 : Zainabad
Little Rann of Kutch.
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 at Decert Courses,Zainabad.
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8 : Zainabad to Bhuj (280 Kms.)
After breakfast drive to Bhuj., On
arrival Check In at Hotel. (ON ARRIVAL PROCEED
DSP/COLLECTOR OFFICE TO OBTAIN THE PERMIT
FOR THE RESTRICTED AREA VISIT I.E BANNY VILLAGES)
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
Pragmal Palace which is opposite to Aina Mahal.
Also visit Kachchh Museum, the oldest Museum
in Gujarat established in 1877. Visit Ethology
Museum which is having unique collection of
books and paintings.
Overnight at hotel Prince at Bhuj.
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9: Bhuj
 Bhuj
– Full day excursion to Banny Village.
Full day excursion to Tribal villages like
Tunda Vandha is a unique Rabari village in
this village most of the male population is
generally away from the village. Also visit
Anjar which is famous for the shrine of Jesal
and Toral, the folklore duo wherein the tough
outlaw Jesal was chastised by Toral, a Kachchhi
woman; is also a centre of fairs.Overnight
at hotel Prince at Bhuj
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10 : Bhuj - Gondal (280 Kms.)
Breakfast at the hotel
Morning transfer by road to Gondal enroute
visiting Dhamadka. On arrival check in at
hotel Orchard palace.
Gondal - 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. Present day
Gondal is a testimony to the great visionary
ruler Sir Bhagwatsinhiji, who introduced social
reforms, planned the development of Gondal
town and created a model state of Saurashtra
in late 19th and early 20th century.
vernight at Orchard Palace at Gondal.
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11 : Gondal to Uthelia (230 Kms.)
After breakfast Drive to Uthelia,
small fortified village where in you will
stay at The Palace of Utelia.
Evening visit the village to see the traditional
houses, Diamond polishing, hot springs and
typical ambience an Indian Village. Agricultural
countryside (cooton and wheat fields) and
Bharwad hamlets around Utelia.
Overnight at Uthelia Palace of Uthelia.
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12 : Uthelia to Jambhugodha
Afterbreakfast drive to Chotta Udaipur
onway visit Champaner.Champaner stands at
880 Kms. in the Girnar Hills . The fortress
was the old capital of the local Rajputs who
lost in 1484 to Mahmud Beghara, who named
it Muhammadabad and took 23 years to build
his new city. In the old city, the remains
of many 15th and 16th century mosques and
palaces show a blend of Islamic and Jain traditions
a unique style encouraged by Champaner's relative
isolation.
Later Drive to Chotta Udaipur. Stat at Jambhugodha.
(50 Kms onway from Chotta Udaipur).Evening
arrival and Overnight.
Overnight at Jambhugodha Palace, Jambhugodha.
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13 : Chotta Udaipur : Fullday visit
to Chotta Udaipur
Chotta Udaipur is it proximity to various
hamlets of bhils, rathwas, Bhilalas and other
tribes. A tour of the tribal village and hamlets
offer An insight into traditional architecture,
lifestyle & handicrafts of each Aboriginal
community in the tirbal market called "
hatt " occur at Different villages. Rathwas
who can be seen & sporting colourful attires
And chunky jewellery, pithora painting, pottery,
terracotta figures, Langoti wearing and bamboo
basket weaving and important handicrafts.
Overnight at Jambhugodha Palace, Jambhugodha.
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14 : Chotta Udaipur :
Fullday visit to the tribal villages at Chotta
Udaipur to see tribal life of the Dhanka, Rathawa
Tribes.
Overnight at Jambhugodha Palace, Jambhugodha.
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15 : Chotta Udaipur to Surat :
After breakfast drive to Surat.
Afternoon visit the city of Surat and day at
leisure.
Overnight at Holiday Inn,Surat.
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16 : Surat to Saputara (180 Kms.)
After breakfast drive to Saputara.
Gujarat’s picturesque hill station is
perched on a plateau in the Dang forest area
of the Sahyadari Range. At an altitude of about
1000m. It has a cool bracing climate, the highest
temprature even in the summer months not exceeding
28 Degree C.
Afternoon visit various tribal villages at Saputara,
considered to the most primitive tribal community.
Overnight at Shivshanti Resort, Saputara.
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17 : Saputara
Fullday visit to the Tribal villages
& Dang area.
Overnight at Shivshanti Resort, Saputara.
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18 : Saputara
Fullday visit to the Tribal villages
& Dang.
Overnight at Shivshanti Resort, Saputara.
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19 : Saputara to Mumbai (300 Kms.)
Drive to Mumbai via Nasik
Evening arrival at Mumbai
Overnight at Mumbai.
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20 : Depart Mumbai
On time
departure transfer to airport to connect flight
for onward destination.
END OF OUR SERVICES
/ CHECK IN CHECK OUT AT HOTELS IS 12:00 NOON.
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