Gujarat is a state in India that boasts of the country’s longest coastline, and is flanked by the Arabian Sea. But that’s not all the state has to offer. Gujarat is known for its history, culture, and heritage, making it a popular destination for travellers. It is especially famous for the Great Rann of Kutch – one of the largest salt deserts in the world.
Day 01 Arrive Ahmedabad (By Flight)
Arrive Ahmedabad, welcome with fresh flower garlands.
Meet assist at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight in Ahmedabad.
Ahmedabad, also known as Amdavad is the second largest city of west India and the largest city in Gujarat. Ahmedabad was also the former state capital of Gujarat. Ahmed Shah I founded this city on the banks of the Sabarmati river in 1411 and thus named as Ahmedabad. Ahmedabad is also known for its association with the Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation and is one of the India’s foremost industrial centres. It is a place where tradition and modernity co-exist in perfect harmony.
Day 02 Ahmedabad – Gandhinagar – Ahmedabad (25 Km/ 50 min- One Way)
After breakfast, full day city tour of Ahmedabad including Gandhinagar.
Overnight in Ahmedabad.
Bhadra fort -is one name that indeed deserves a special mention. Constructed in the year 1411 A.D. during the rule of Marathas, it was established by Sultan Ahmad Shah, the founder of Ahmedabad city.
Teen Darwaza – is an architectural marvel, the beauty of which is surely going to leave you awestruck. Consisting of gorgeous arched gates, Teen Darwaza is one of the longest as well as the oldest gateways of the Ahmedabad city. It was established in the year 141 A.D. by Sultan Ahmed Shah, who founded the city of Ahmedabad.
Jhulta Minar – Ahmedabad is well known for its swaying minarets, more commonly known as Jhulta Minar. A classic example of superb craftsmanship, Jhulta Minar is actually a part of the mosque Siddi Bashir. The mosque has been constructed in such a manner that, if you apply a little force on its upper arc, the Minar tends to sway. For kids, Jhulta Minar in Ahmedabad, India is a real fun place.
Day 03 Ahmedabad–Ambaji–Mahudi–Ahmedabad (By Road) (354 Km/ 7 hrs)
After breakfast, same day excursion to Ambaji and mahudi.
Overnight in Ahmedabad.
Ambaji is an important temple town with millions of devotees visiting the Ambaji temple every year. It is one of the 51 Shaktipeeths. The full moon of Bhadrapad is one of the four most important festival days of the year, when farmers and agriculturists come to Ambaji.
Jain pilgrimages, is situated in Mahudi, Mehsana District, and spreads over an area of 2 square kilometers. In ancient times, the place was known as Madhumati. The idols and artistic remains recovered from the ground show that the history of this place is nearly 2000 years old, based on the inscriptions in Brahmi script. Acharyadev Buddhi Sagarsurisvarji was inspired in a dream to install the idol of Ghantakarna Mahavir Dev in 1923 A.D. This idol is considered to have miraculous powers. Thousands of Jain devotees, as well as devotees from other backgrounds, come to receive blessings from this idol.
Day 04 Ahmedabad – Dakorji – Baroda Vadodra (By Road) (153 Kms. / 4 hrs)
After breakfast, drive to Baroda. On the way, visit Dakorji.
Arrive Baroda and transfer to hotel. Overnight in Baroda.
Dakor in Kheda District of Gujarat is prominent for its grand temple of Shree Krishna which have a historical significance. An interesting legend relates how Lord Krishna came to reveal himself at Dakor Kaira District leaving his Dwarka abode. In olden times a Krishna devotee named Bholanath used to walk all the way to Dwarka from Dakor on every full moon night to worship his beloved Krishna.
Dakor, in its earlier phases as pilgrimage center in Gujarat, was famous for the Danknath temple, a place of shiva worship. In the later phases it developed into a Vaishnavite center with the growing fame of Ranchhodraiji temple, which was built in 1772 A.D. Today this place is known not only as a pilgrimage center but also a trading center where one can get the articles related to puja, and other rituals.
Day 05 Baroda – Pavagadh – Baroda (By Road) (53 Km / 1.5 hrs – One Way)
In the morning after breakfast, excursion to Baroda Later drive to Pavagadh.
Visit Pavagadh Fort and back to Baroda. Overnight in Baroda.
Vadodara also known as Baroda formerly, is the third largest city in the Western Indian State of Gujarat, after Ahmedabad and Surat.
Laxmi Vilas Palace – The palace is faced in red Agra sandstone with dressings of blue trapstone from Pune and Rajasthani marble. The approach to the palace is very pleasant and the interior is spectacular. The Durbar Hall has walls and floor in Venetian mosaic and marble is used extensively throughout, as is stained glass from London.
Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum- The Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum contains some fine European paintings.
Tambekar Wada – The Tambekar Wada is a wooden multistoreyed townhouse. This typical Maratha mansion was once the residence of Bhau Tambekar, Diwan of Baroda. Inside are some beautiful 19th century murals.
Sayaji Bagh – Within this shady, pleasant park is the Baroda Museum, which houses some good Asian statues and carvings, mangy zoology exhibits and an Egyptian room. The gallery has lovely Mughal miniatures and a motley crew of European masters.
Nazar Bagh Palace – The Nazar Bagh Palace has a Sheesh Mahal Mirror Palace, a collection of the embroidered cloth and the jewel ‘Star of the south’. The solid gold and silver guns, each barrel 127 kgs. in weight were kept here which on ceremonial occasions, were drawn by the teams of milk-white bullocks.
Makarpura Palace – Makarpura Palace is situated about 7 kms. to the south of the city. This was built in an Italian Renaissance style and has a facade of three storeys each with an arcade running around beautiful gardens.
Naulakhi Well – The Naulakhi Well is a fine baoli, about 50 kms. to the north of the palace. It is a well preserved baoli step well which has galleried compartments or levels.
Pavagadh – the word Pavagadh means a quarter of the hill and was believed to have been part of the Himalaya carried off by the monkey god Hanuman. The Pavagadh Fort is situated 4 kms. southwest of the city. The Pavagadh fort dominates the syline and is visible for miles around. It occupies a large area and rises in three stages: first the ruined fort, then the palace and middle fort and finally the upper fort with Jain and Hindu temples. The parts of the massive walls still stand. The ascent is steep and passes several ruins including the Buria Darwaza, the Champavati Mahal, a three storey summer pavilion. The temple at the summit had its spires removed by Kali Temple, Pavagadh the Muslims and a shrine of Sadan Shah, a Muslim saint.
Day 06 Baroda – Delhi (By Flight)
In the morning after breakfast transfer to airport to board the flight to Delhi.
Arrive & proceed to city tour later transfer hotel.
Overnight in Delhi.
Delhi : India’s capital & a major gateway to the country, contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis which successfully combines in its fold the ancient & the modern. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. New Delhi also reflects the legacy the British left behind. The division between New & Old Delhi is the distinction between the capitals of the British & the Moghuls respectively. So, wherever the visitor goes, he will invariably confront the citys’ past.
Sightseeing of Old Delhi including Red Fort: The red stone walls of the fort extend from 2kms and vary in height from 18m on the riverside to 33m on the city side. The hall of public audiences, the hall of private audiences, the royal baths and Moti Masjid built by Aurangzeb for himself are important part of the immense fort. Jama Masjid: It is the largest mosque in India and the final architectural extravagance of Shanjahan. Raj Gath: The memorial of Mahatma Gandhi where he was cremated after his assassination.
Sightseeing of New Delhi starts from Lotus Temple – Bahai House of Worship, a white marble building built in great architechture with the fusion of old & new styles. It is a very peaceful place surrounded by nice graden; Qutab Minar: The building complex dates back to the onset of Muslim rule in India and are fine examples of Afghan architecture. Humayun’s Tomb: Built by wife of Humayun, the second Mughal king. It is an early example of Mughal architecture. India Gate: The 42m high stone “Arch of Triumph”, erected in the memory of Indian soldiers who died in the First World War; Drive through Rajpath “Kingsway” a VVIP area of Delhi including Rashtrapati Bhawan; Laxmi Narayan Temple: Garishly colored modern temple is erected by the industrialist Birla. This temple is dedicated to Laxmi – the goddess of wealth and Narayan – Lord Vishnu, husband of Laxmi.
Day 07 Delhi – Agra – Delhi – (By Road) (235 Kms. / 4 hrs. – One Way)
Morning same day excursion to Agra.
Visit Taj Mahal and Red Fort.
Overnight in Delhi.
Agra -Historians suggest Agra to be the Agravana in the epic Mahabharata. It is expected to be known as Agralapura during the medieval age. An archaeological fact pushes the existence of Agra back to three million years. The Lodhi dynasty ruled over Agra for a long time. It was in the onset of the sixteenth century that the Mughals took over the ruling of Agra from the hands of Lodhis.
Taj Mahal Shah Jahan the great emperor and a great builder constructed Taj Mahal in the loving memory of his beloved wife Anjuman Bano Begum. Shah Jahan met this beautiful girl in his young age and later gets married with her. Taj Mahal completed in 1653 A.D. finished in by white marble, it is perhaps India most fascinating and beautiful monument. Not only is it recognized in just India but also all over the world. These perfectly symmetrical monuments took 22 years 1630-1652 of hard labor and 20,000 workers.
Red Fort – The construction of the Agra fort was started around 1565 when the initial structures were built by Akbar. Shah Jahan replaced most of these with his marble creations. Some however survived, among them are – Delhi Gate., Amar Singh Gate, Akbari Mahal and the Jehangir Mahal. The fort is crescent shaped, flattened on the east with a long, nearly straight wall facing the river.
Day 08 Depart Delhi (By Flight)
Transfer to the airport for flight back home.
| City | Night (s) | 5* Hotels |
| Ahmedabad | 03 | Hyatt Regency |
| Baroda | 02 | Grand Mercure Vadodra |
| Delhi | 02 | Radisson Blu Paschim Vihar |
– Meeting and assistance by our representative.
– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– 07 Nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Domestic air ticket Baroda – Delhi in economy class.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Tour with all transfers, sightseeing, excursions as per the program by private vehicle.
– Monument entrance fee to the object sights in the itinerary
– Transport, Parking, Gasoline & Toll ways.
– All taxes.
– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
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