Day 01 Arrive Mumbai
Arrive in Mumbai, the Commercial capital of India. After
completing formalities with customs and immigration, you
will be received by our representative with Traditional
Indian Welcome (with garlands).
Mumbai is the capital of Maharastra State and the
gateway to this beguiling subcontinent. Of the four
great cities in India, Mumbai is the most cosmopolitan,
spear heading India's move in to the 21st Century.
Afterwards transfer to your hotel for the overnight
stay.
Day 02 Mumbai – Ahmedabad (
Flight)
After breakfast transfer to domestic airport to connect
the flight for Ahmedabad . On arrival in Ahmedabad
received at the airport and transferred to the Hotel.
Ahmedabad India, the largest city and former capital of
Gujarat, nurtures a striking blend of the glorious past
and a vibrant present. Ahmedabad (Ahmadabad) is named
after a Sultan who founded it in 1411, the city is
associated with Mahatma Gandhi, Father of the Nation,
whose simple ashram on the banks of river Sabarmati is
now a site of national pilgrimage. It is a great textile
and commercial centre and known as the "Manchester of
India". Some times spelled Ahmedabad, is today the
second largest prosperous city in Western India and a
place where tradition and modern coexist in perfect
harmony.
Rest of the evening free at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 Ahmedabad – Palaces
of Gondal ( Approx 230 Kms/ 05 Hours )
Breakfast at hotel.
This day starts with a drive to Sayla. On reaching, take
lunch at a textiles hotel and visit nearby villages to
watch weavers at work and s ee local beadwork. Later
continue to Gondal, known for its beadwork, silver
jewelry and brassware and also visit the cottage
industries of Gondal to watch spinners, weavers and
other artisans at work. Also visit the famous Naulakha
Palace housing a collection of beautiful beadwork, brass
utensils, silverware and hand-painted wooden toys from
the princely collection.
Once a princely state of Kathiawar, Gondal is a
beautiful city in the Rajkot district of Gujarat.
Founded in 1634, Gondal lies on the banks of Gondali
river and is known for its palaces and historical
monuments.
On arrival check in to the Hotel.
Overnight stay will be in Gondal.
Day 04 Gondal – Jetpur -
Junagarh – Gir By Road ( Approx 100 Kms / 03 Hours )
Breakfast at Hotel. After breakfast start of the day
with the Drive to Gir National Park enroute visiting
Jetpur known for its screen-printing factories, block
printing and textile units. Also visit the Junagadh
museums exhibiting textiles of the erstwhile Nawab
including beautiful carpets. Known for its forts and
palaces, Junagadh is a beautiful city situated at foot
of mountain Girnar. Located in the Junagadh district of
Gujarat, Junagadh was once a princely state of British
India.
Continue your Drive to Gir. On arrival check in to the
Hotel.
The Gir National Park, was established on 18th
September, 1965, as a Forest Reserve, primarily to
conserve the Asiatic lion. The total area under national
park status is about 2,450 hectares. It is located in
the Junagadh District of Gujarat, about 65 km south-east
of Junagadh city, and 90 km east of Keshod Airport, in
the Kathiawar (Saurashtra) Peninsula. Sasan, with a
forest rest-house, is the headquarters of the
sanctuary.The Gir is a mixed deciduous type of forest
with teak, ber, flame of the forest, jamun, a variety of
acacia, particularly babul. It is a hilly tract with
plenty of rivers, and offers the visitor long pleasant
drives, through the thick forest cover.
Overnight will be in Gir.
Day 05 Gir- Jamnagar (
Approx 180 Kms / 04 Hours )
After Breakfast, drive in the Gir National Park for the
Morning Safari
Afternoon drive to Jamnagar, know for its Bandhini (tie
and dye work).
Rest of the day free at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 06 Jamnagar – Kutch By
Road ( Approx 160 Kms / 04 Hours )
Breakfast at hotel.
Afterwards drive for Anjar city in the Kutch district
which is a centre for textile and metal handicrafts. On
reaching transfer at Sharma Resorts, the only four-star
resort in the Kutch District.
Later visit Gandhi dham known for its excellent textile
market.
Rest of the evening free at leisure.
Overnight will be in Kutch.
Day 07 In Kutch.
Breakfast at hotel.
Surrounded by Gulf of Kutch and the Arabian Sea, Kutch
is the largest district in the Gujarat state of India.
Drive to Bhuj this morning and on the way visit villages
known for their ajrakh block printing, Ahir embroidery,
Rabari embroidery and master weavers. Spend rest of the
day visiting markets and monuments.
Rest of the day free at leisure.
Overnight will be in Kutch.
Day 08 In Kutch.
Breakfast at hotel.
This day you would enjoy the full day visit to the
Villages of
Sodha Rajputs, Muslim pastoral groups like the Jaths and
Muthwas and their sub-groups, Hindu pastoral groups like
the Rabaris, Meghwal Harijans and other communities
known for their exquisite embroidery.
Return to the hotel after the sightseeing.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 09 Kutch – Dasada By
Road ( Approx 200 Kms / 04 Hours )
Breakfast at hotel.
Afterwards drive to Dasada known for its Vadiara Rabari
and Bharwad embroidery. Also, visit weavers and other
artisans village.
On arrival check in to the hotel.
Rest of the evening free at leisure.
Overnight will be in Dasada.
Day 10 Dasada- Patan –
Dasada By Road
Breakfast at Hotel.
After wards embark upon your full day visit to Patan
famous for its Patola Silk weaving, a rare double – ikat
weaving technique.
Return to the hotel by the evening.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 Dasada - Ahmedabad
By Road ( Approx 100 Kms / 03 Hours )
After breakfast at the hotel this morning drive to
Ahmedabad.
Upon arrival check in to the Hotel.
Rest of the day free at leisure.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 12 Ahmedabad - Mumbai (
Flight )
Mumbai - Overseas ( Flight )
Breakfast at Hotel. Free till departure.
In the afternoon you are assisted to the airport to
connect your flight for Mumbai. Upon arrival in Mumbai
received at the Domestic Airport and escorted to the
International airport to board your flight back home.
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