Itinerary Details
Day 1 : Arrive Ahmedabad
On arrival meet and assist at Ahmedabad airport by our representative, he will brief you about your “ Gujarat Tribal Tour” and transfer to hotel, on arrival complete the check in formalities. Now get ready for local city tour, visit Calico Museum is a textile museum having collection of antique and modern Indian textile, which is one of the world’s finest collection of clothes, textiles, furniture and crafts. Adalaj Vav is one of the finest monument of Gujarat, it is a step well , beautiful architecture, built by Queen Rudabai, Gandhi Ashram the beautiful ashram complex with shady trees. It was the head quarter of Mahatma Gandhi during the struggle time of independence for India and Akshardham Temple.
Overnight at hotel in Ahmedabad.
Day 2 : Ahmedabad – Vadodara by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and leave for Vadodara by drive (2hrs. approx.). On arrival complete check in formalities. Its now time for local sightseeing in Vadodara, visit Laxmi Vilas Palace built by Maharaja Sayaji Rao III, Fatehsingh Museum and Sayaji Bagh.
Overnight at hotel in Vadodara.
Day 3 : Vadodara – Jambughoda by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Jambughoda (2hrs. approx.), enroute visit Champaner Fort. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel in Jambughoda.
Day 4 : Jambughoda trip
Early morning proceed to visit Milk collection Centre in Jambughoda village, then proceed on walking tour, visit Kada Dam. Post breakfast visit Chhota Udepur which was the princely state of Chauhan Rajput who ruled tribal area for many years. It is believed one of the most ancient tribes of Gujarat. In and around this region you will find two types of tribes, one is Rathwa and another is Dhanaka tribes. Dhanaka is a small group of tribals whereas Rathwa originated from Rathore region
Overnight at hotel in Jambughoda.
Day 5 : Jambughoda – Lothal – Palitana by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Lothal first, it is largely excavated site of Harappan culture, which allows deep insight into the story of Indus Valley civilization. Now proceed to Palitana by drive, on arrival transfer to hotel for smooth check in.
Overnight at hotel in Palitana.
Day 6 : Palitana – Diu by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Diu (4hrs. approx.), on arrival check in at hotel . Evening free for own activities or explore the local market. Overnight at hotel in Diu.
Day 7 : Diu tour
Post breakfast enjoy sightseeing tour of Diu, visit Fisherman village, St. Pauls Church was constructed in 1601 and completed in 10 years. This church looks the most elaborate of all Portuguese charches in India and Diu Fort situated on the coast of Island, an imposing structure with a magnificent view of sea. The stone work of this fort overwhelm once you enter it, it takes you bygone era where time stands still. Transfer back to hotel.
Overnight at hotel in Diu.
Day 8 : Diu - Junagadh by drive
Post breakfast checkout from hotel and drive to Junagadh (4hrs. approx.). On arrival complete the check in formalities. Post lunch, get ready for local sightseeing visit Upperkot Fort the fort was built in 319 BC by Chandragupta Maurya, who ruled there for long time, take a stop for photo shoot at Mahabat Maqbara, also visit Ashoka’s Rock Edicts (closed on Wednesday).
Overnight at hotel in Junagadh.
Day 9 : Junagadh – Gondal – Rajkot by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Rajkot (2hrs. approx.), enroute visit Gondal covering Royal Garages, it is a large collection of classic and vintage car, some of the original and some are restored, Naulakha Palace , it was built during 17th Century. This palace is one of the oldest and the most beautiful Palace in Gondal and Bhuvaneswari Ayurvedics having a traditional history of above 250 years, it belongs to a an Ayurvedic physicians family.
Now continue drive to Rajkot, transfer to hotel for smooth check in.
Overnight at hotel hotel in Rajkot.
Day 10 : Rajkot – Bhuj by drive
Post breakfast leave for Bhuj by drive (5hrs. approx.), on arrival transfer to hotel, complete the check in formalities. Afternoon proceed to Banni village, enroute obtain permit at Bhrindyara checkpost. Banni refers to a cluster of village, it is a community of many people in different villages like Ludiya, Dhordo and Hodka. You can see different arts of embroidery in this area. Men and women both are equally participating to develop art and craft tradition in this region. Transfer back to hotel.
Overnight at hotel in Bhuj.
Day 11 : Bhuj tour
Post breakfast explore more of Bhuj, enjoy local sightseeing today cover Kutch Museum (closed on Wednesday), founded by Maharao Khengarji III in 1877 AD, an oldest museum in Gujarat , Aina Mahal Palace (Closed on Thursday), built in 1750 AD by Rao Lakhpatji. It is a part of a large Palace complex with two storey building. It was constructed by craftsman Ram Singh Malam with hall of mirrors and venetian glass. This Palace is a unique example of an Indian palace built in the mid 18th century with European influence, Prag Mahal took 10 years for construction at the cost of 20 lakh ruppes. Rao Pragmalji II appointed a famous architect to design this palace.
Overnight at hotel in Bhuj
Day 12 : Bhuj – Bajana by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to Ajrakhpur first, where you can see different tribes are involved in different art and crafts like block printing, embroidery and weaving. You can visit some great craftsmen and their workshops Now proceed to Bajana by drive, on arrival check in at hotel.
Overnight at hotel in Bajana.
Day 13 : Bajana trip
Post breakfast enjoy morning safari at Little Rann of Kutch to sight the rarest wild ass in the region. Visit Wild Ass Sanctuary which is home to a group of brown Asiatic ass, Blackbuck, Blue Bull, Nilgai, Chinkara, Indian fox, Jackals, Indian Wolf, Jungle Cats, Hyenas alongwith pelicans, Cranes, Ducks etc. Evening enjoy village safari and meet with crafts people involved in different beautiful handicraft work. Transfer back to hotel.
Overnight at hotel in Bajana.
Day 14 : Bajana – Poshina by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Poshina (5hrs. approx.), enroute visit Modhra and Patan. Visit Modhera Sun Temple, dedicated to God Sun. It is the finest example of the Hindu architecture in Gujarat. Now proceed to Patan, it is famous for patola (silk) weaving, Patola silk is assured for qualities, gorgeous colour, designs and durability, using special technique of weaving, raw silk is developed to patola fabric. You can also visit Rani ki Vav (Step well). Continue drive to Poshina, on arrival transfer to hotel for smooth check in.
Overnight at hotel in Poshina.
Day 15 : Poshina – Vijay Nagar by drive
Post breakfast visit tribal village around Poshina, also visit temple of Ambaji, the mother goddess Amba. Now drive to Vijay Nagar (1.5hrs approx.), on arrival transfer to hotel for smooth check in .
Overnight at hotel in Vijay Nagar.
Day 16 : Vijay Nagar trip
Post breakfast leave to explore the old villages around , you can also engaged in tribal safari there. Overnight at hotel in Vijay Nagar.
Day 17 : Vijay Nagar – Ahmedabad
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive back to Ahmedabad (3.5hrs. approx.), on arrival transfer to airport to board the flight for onwards journey.
DURATION: 16 NIGHTS/ 17 DAYS
CITIES COVERED-: Destinations: Ahmedabad » Vadodara » Jambughoda » Palitana » Diu » Junagadh » Rajkot » Bhuj » Bajana » Poshina » Vijay Nagar » Ahmedabad Departure