Best of Gujarat Tour
Best of Gujarat Tour
Best of Gujarat Tour
6 Days Starting in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India and ending in Rajkot, Gujarat, India
Visiting: Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Bhavnagar, Palitana, Sasan Gir, Junagadh, Gondal, Rajkot
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AGORA92
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Physical rating:
Low, MODERATE
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
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$1114 (USD)
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Tour Overview
The Best of Gujarat private tour is a 6-day journey that takes you through some of the most prominent cities and attractions of the state. You will start your tour in Ahmedabad, the largest city in Gujarat, and explore its rich cultural heritage. The tour then takes you to Bhavnagar to witness the archaeological remains of the Harappan Port-Town at Lothal before heading to Sasan Gir National Park, home to the last Asiatic Lions. Your journey ends in Rajkot, known for its cultural and historical significance, before returning to Ahmedabad for departure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Ahmedabad
Location: Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar
Arrive AhmedabadAs per flight schedule arrival transfer from airport to hotel. (Hotels check in time 1200hrs afternoon early check in subject to rooms availability, confirm early check in can be pre-booked at additional cost)Bhadra fort a beautiful monument that is famous for its intricate carvings, pattern works and beautiful frescos suits. In the year 1411, Sha Alam had built the fort.The fort got its name from the name of the Bhadrakali temple which is located in the premises of the fort. Arches at the entry gate, has some inscriptions that represents the history of the fort.The Shaking Minarets, Ahmedabad or the Jhulta Minar is one of the most unique monuments in Ahmedabad. Located in Siddi Bashir's Mosque near the Sarangpur gate this is one of the beautiful tourist places in the city.Hutheesingh Jain Temple was established in 1850 by Seth Hutheesing, who was a rich Jain merchant. This temple is dedicated to the 15th 'Jain Tirthankar', known as Dharamnath. The temple is made using white marble, which is adorned with intricately designed carvings. The temple is a double-storied building.The Adalaj Wav Step Well is located 18 kilometers north of Ahmedabad in the Gandhinagar district. It was built during the reign of Queen Rudabai, a muslim ruler. Though now dry, the well once provided water to weary travellers and pilgrims along the roads outside of Ahmedabad. The four-level well is dug directly into the water table, exposing fresh water that rose and fell according the seasons and the amount of rainfall. Its deep interior provided cool relief from the harsh Indian sun.A large Hindu temple complex inspired by Yogiji maharaj the fourth spiritual successor of Lord Swaminarayan according to the denomination of Swaminarayan Hinduism, and created by Pramukh Swami, the fifth spiritual successor of Lord Swaminarayan according to the denomination of Swaminarayan Hinduism. Located in the capital of Gujarat, the complex was built over 13 years and is a tribute to Lord Swaminarayan and his life and teachings. The complex's name refers to the divine abode of Swaminarayan in the BAPS philosophy; followers of Swaminarayan believe that the jiva or soul goes to Akshardham after attaining moksha, or liberation. (Remain close on Monday)Overnight at hotel.
Day 2 : Ahmedabad
Location: Ahmedabad, Bhavnagar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Ahmedabad – Bhavnagar (175kms/ 4hrs Approx)Breakfast at hotel and drive to Bhavnagar via visiting Lothal.Lothal - is the most extensively excavated site of Harappan culture in India, and therefore allows the most insight into the story of the Indus Valley Civilization, its exuberant flight, and its tragic decay. In the height of its prosperity, it not only survived but was strengthened by three floods, using the disaster as an opportunity to improve on the infrastructure. The fourth flood finally brought the settlement to the desperate and impoverished conditions that indicated the end of a powerful civilization. Roam the ruins with your heart open to the ancient, and with the help of the local museum here, allow yourself to be transported to an era 4,500 years ago.Continue drive to Bhavnagar check in at hotel. Bhavnagar once the capital of a princely state, is home to several lakes and temples.The Barton Museum displays the archaeological finds of the region and the Gandhi Smriti Museum in the same building has a collection of the Mahatma’s photographs. In fact, Gandhi studied in Bhavnagar for some time.Overnight at hotel.
Day 3 : Palitana
Location: Palitana
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Bhavnagar – Palitana - Sasan Gir NP (225kms/ 5hrs Approx)Breakfast at hotel drive to Sasangir NP. En-route visit Jain temples at Palitana on the Shatrunjaya hills. The entire summit of majestic mount Shatrunjaya is crowned with about 900 temples, each rivaling the other for beauty and magnificence, presenting an awe-inspiring spectacle to devotees and visitors. Dinner and overnight in resort/ lodge.
Day 4 : Sasan Gir
Location: Sasan Gir,
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Sasan GirBreakfast at hotel, morning and afternoon safari in the national park. Sasan Gir Wildlife Sanctuary; Sprawling in an area of 1424 sq. kms, Gir with its dry deciduous forest is a luxuriantly rich ecosystem - endowed with floral and faunal plenitude. The forest is the only place in the world, outside Africa, where the lion can be seen in its natural habitat. Other predators are the panther and the hyena. The largest Indian deer, Sambhar, Chital (spotted deer), Nilgai (blue bull), Chinkara and the unique Chowsingha (four horned antelope) are found here along with the bear and the long tailed langur.
Gir is also one of the finest bird sanctuaries in India. Some of the typical birds of Gir are the crested serpent eagle, crested hawk eagle, brown fish owl, king vulture, jungle quail, paradise flycatcher, pygmy woodpecker, hard headed oriole etc. Adholia, Valadera, Ratanghuna and Pilipat are rewarding places for bird watching.Lunch, dinner and overnight in resort/ lodge.
Day 5 : Junagadh
Location: Junagadh, Gondal
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sasan Gir – Junagadh – Gondal - Rajkot (160kms/ 3hrs Approx)Breakfast at hotel, drive to Rajkot. En route visit Junagadh an ancient fortified city rich in myth and legend. Ashoka inscribed 14 edicts on a huge boulder en-route to Mt. Girnar peak. Junagadh's main feature is the Uperkot fort, a somber and inaccessible fortress. The Buddhist Caves form an important rock-cut group of the caves of Junagadh. The caves, scooped in three tiers, are situated on the descent from the Jami Masjid. The central section of the lowest storey has a main hall that is open to the sky. The base, shaft and capital of the carved pillars carry unique designs.The Baba Pyara caves were visited by James Burgess, an English archaeologist and founder of The Indian Antiquary. He concluded that they where affiliated with both Buddhism and Jainism. According to Burgess these caves were initially built for Buddhists bhikkhus and were in a later period occupied by Jain ascetics. He was not certain about the exact age of the ancient caves. One fragmentary inscription was found in Bava Pyara cave that affirms its affiliation to Jainism, because one term in that inscription is exclusively used by Jains.Ashoka was the third monarch of the Maurya Empire in India, reigning from around 269 BCE. Ashoka famously converted to Buddhism and renounced violence soon after being victorious in a gruesome Kalinga War, yet filled with deep remorse for the bloodshed of the war. These many edicts, of which Ashoka's Major Rock Edicts were the first and most impressive, were concerned with practical instructions in running a kingdom such as the design of irrigation systems and descriptions of Ashoka's beliefs in peaceful moral behavior. They contain little personal detail about his life.The Naulakha Palace, the oldest extant palace in Gondal, India, dating back to the 18th century (1748), with a "sculpted facade" is a part of the Darbargardh fort complex. It is named "Navalakaha" meaning rupees "nine lakhs" (Rs 900,000) which was the cost of building it at that time. It has stone carvings with "jharokhas" (balconies), a pillared courtyard, delicately carved arches, and a unique spiral staircase. The large chandelier-lit "durbar" hall (court house) witnesses stuffed panthers, gilt wooden furniture, and antique mirrors. The "private palace museum" displays an array of silver caskets which were in the services of carrying messages and gifts for the Maharajah Bhagwat Sinhji on his silver jubilee as ruler of Gondal.Overnight at hotel.
Day 6 : Rajkot
Location: Rajkot
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rajkot – Ahmedabad (225kms/ 5hrs Approx)Breakfast at hotel, visit Kaba Gandhi Delo Gandhiji’s ancestral home, Watson Museum & library located in the pleasant Jubilee garden, Lal Pari Lake & Randerda a picturesque picnic spot.
Later drop off to either Rajkot airport or drive to Ahmedabad and drop off to airport.
What's Included
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Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle from arrival till departure as per tour program
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2 Time Gypsy safari in Gir National park with naturalist.
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5 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels.
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Breakfast
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Garland welcome and assistance on arrival at airport
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English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city).
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Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
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Bottled water in vehicle
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Dinner
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Lunch
What's Not Included
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Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
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Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
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Camera charges at monuments
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Gratuities optional
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Any air fare
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Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
Check out our Q&As
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes. Please check same on your international ticket
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No. You have to apply for Indian Visa yourself. TOURIST VISA is mandatory for Foreign Nationals to travel India.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
USD, EURO, GBP, JPY, CNY, RMB, SGD, CAD, AUD are accepted at most of the tourist shops. These currencies can easily be changed into local currency INR from money changer at the airport, in cities, and at hotels.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We conduct our business fairly, with honesty, integrity and transparency. We deliver what we promise, and only promise what we can deliver.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Less than 10 person group only driver will be your companion. We use local government licenced tour guide in each cities for sightseeing tour.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
We do not operate tour on sharing
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We are completely flexible in changing the travel dates, until we dont have to bourne any penalty levied by hotels/airline.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
5 Yeas
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, you will support NGO and schooling for kids in villages.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We operate private tour/activity only for your group. Hence if you missed to join and tour departed, we can coordinate and you can join the tour from the nearest point.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Iitnerary and confirmation vouchers
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Face masks provided for travelers. Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff. Gear/equipment sanitized between use. Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized. Regular temperature checks for staff. Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Free Date Changes
Agora Voyages allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 30 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Agora Voyages allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform agora voyages, 30 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Agora Voyages requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 15 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of agora voyages charges.
Up to 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 2 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Standard Operating Protocol issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, GOI
Face masks provided for travelers.
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff.
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized.
Regular temperature checks for staff.
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.
Gear/equipment sanitized between use.
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