EXPLORE GUJARAT TOURISM EMPIRE

Duration: 12 Nights / 13 Days

Destination Covered: Mumbai – Bhavnagar – Palitana – Ahmedpur – Mandvi – Sasan Gir – Junagadh – Rajkot – Wankaner – Ahmedabad – Mumbai

OVERVIEW

A paradise state Gujarat welcomes you spent your valuable vacation in this land of rich history with culture, tradition and heritage. Gujarat is the 7th largest state in India, located on the western cost of India. The dashing state Gujarat is the most attractive tourist destination for international and domestic travelers. This state is blessed with the variegated attractions such as historical monuments, world famous architecture, temples and exotic wildlife. Come and lost you in ‘Khusboo Gujarat ki’.

Empire India Tours tailor this Explore Gujarat Tourism Empire program to offer you the contrasting flavors of India. While on this tour you will visit some of the colorful and celebrated tourist cities of the country. Simultaneously by this program we explore the Elephanta caves- the rock-cut cave temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva in Mumbai. Also visit the major hotspots in Mumbai including the Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Gardens, Juhu Beach and Marine Drive. Moving forward, take in a guided tour to Takhteshwar Temple and the Gandhi Memorial.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore Elephanta caves the rock-cut cave temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva in Mumbai
• Visit to major attractions like Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Gardens,Juhu Beach and Marine Drive in Mumbai
• Guided tour of Takhteshwar Temple and the Gandhi Memorial, at Bhavnagar
• Excursion to Shatrunjaya hill to explore 1300 temples featuring exquisite sculpture and carving
• Visit to Calico Museum of Textile in Ahmedabad
• Visit to major tourist attractions like the Gandhi Ashram, Sidi Sayed Mosque, Bhadra Fort and the Kankaria Lake in Ahmedabad
• Visit the Jain temple complex situated on the top of Shatrunjaya Hill.

ITINERARY DETAILS

Day 1:Mumbai
On arrival at Mumbai airport, a warmed Welcome by Empire India Tours representative will escort you to one of our listed hotels. Check-in at the hotel. after refreshment half day sightseeing of Mumbai. The major hotspots to visit include Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Gardens, Juhu Beach, Gateway of India and Marine Drive etc. Overnight stay in Mumbai.

Day 2: Mumbai
After breakfast, proceed towards Elephanta caves for a sightseeing tour. These caves are located on an island that is a few miles away from the Gateway. These caves can be reached by ferry from the Gateway of India. This rock-cut cave temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Elephanta caves comprise of seven caves of which the Mahesh Murti cave is of great importance. In this cave Lord Shiva is shown as a creator, protector and destroyer. In the afternoon board a cruise back to Gateway of India, after lunch pay a visit to Marine Drive  and Jain Temple. Return to the hotel in the evening for an overnight stay.

Day 3:Mumbai – Bhavnagar
After breakfast, transfer to Mumbai domestic airport to catch a flight to Bhavnagar. On arrival at Bhavnagar, representative of Empire India Tours will guide you to one of our listed hotels. after little relaxation, go for a sightseeing of Bhavnagar. The major tourist hotspots include the Takhteshwar Temple and the Gandhi Smriti Memorial. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 4:Bhavnagar – Palitana
After breakfast drive towards Palitana (the city of temples)- the most sacred sites of Jain religion . This place is scattered with a lot of temples in the Shatrunjaya hill. This hill consists of a total of 1300 temples featuring exquisite sculpture and carving. Upon reaching Palitana, check-in at the hotel. In the afternoon proceed to climb the 600-meter Shatrunjaya hill on foot to enjoy the temple excursion. Return to the hotel in the evening for overnight stay.

Day 5: Palitana – Ahmedpur Mandvi
Next morning after breakfast, drive straight to Ahmedpur Mandvi. Ahmedpur Mandvi lies adjacent to the island of Diu. On reaching Ahmedpur Mandvi, check-in the hotel. In the afternoon visit the beach and relax, enjoying its beautiful surroundings. The Ahmedpur Mandvi beach offers many water sports activities and an opportunity of sighting dolphins. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 6: Ahmedpur Mandvi
After breakfast, proceed to the beach for full day excursion. The white and firm sand at the beach makes it ideal for walk. You may indulge in various water sports activities like water skiing, para sailing, speed boating and water scooting. Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 7: Ahmedpur Mandvi – Somnath – Sasan Gir
Next morning drive straight to Somnath. This is an ancient temple town. The Somnath Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is held in high esteem by Hindus. The temple is built on the shore of the Arabian ocean on the western corner of Indian Subcontinent. After Darshan at the Somnath temple, head to Sasan Gir. Upon reaching Sasan Gir, check-in at one of our listed hotels for overnight stay.

Day 8: Sasan-Gir – Junagadh
Early morning drive to Gir Lion Sanctuary and National Park. Enjoy the elephant safari to explore the exotic wildlife at Gir National Park. After breakfast, proceed to Junagadh. check-in the hotel. Later in the day visit the major tourist hotspots like Akshar Mandir, Bhavnath Temple, Damodar Kund, Darta Hill and the Ashokan Rock Edicts. Return to the hotel in the evening for an overnight stay.

Day 9: Junagadh
After breakfast, proceed to visit the Junagadh Fort. the Zoo that was set up in 1863 to protect lions. In Junagadh zoo  a large number of lions, leopards and tigers are get protected. Also visit Fort Uparkot and Sakerbagh Garden, providing a panoramic view of Girnar Mountains. Rest of the day free for relaxation. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10: Junagadh – Rajkot – Wankaner
Have breakfast, drive to Wankaner by car. En-route to visit Rajkot, the major tourist hotspots to visit include the Watson Museum Located in the pleasant Jubilee garden, Swaminarayan Temples and Gurukul. After the visit resume your drive to Wankaner. check-in at one of our listed hotels. In Wankaner you can find a cultural amalgamation of Saurashtra, north Gujarat and Kutch. Rest of the time free for leisure and relaxation. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 11: Wankaner – Ahmedabad
After breakfast leave for Ahmedabad by road. On arrival, check-in the hotel.  Afternoon go on a sightseeing of Ahmedabad to visit the Calico Museum of Textile. This is one of India’s finest specialized museums. Moving head during the day visit the other major tourist attractions like the Gandhi Ashram, Bhadra Fort. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 12:Ahmedabad
Post breakfast, proceed to a sightseeing tour of Ahmedabad, visiting the magnificent Mosque of Siddi Saiyad with its exquisite stone carvings, white marbled Hathee Singh’s Temple, the beautiful Jama Masjid, Dada Hari Baoli, Calico Textile Museum, Sabarmati Ashram and Shaking Minarets. Afternoon visit to Akshardham Temple. Afternoon excursion to Kankaria Lake. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 13: Ahmedabad – Mumbai – Hometown
After breakfast, transfer to Ahmedabad airport to catch a flight for onward destination.

Note: Tour price depends on Number of pax, type of transport, type of hotel.

This is just a suggested itinerary indicative of what could be possible. Empire India Tours.com tailor holidays for your specific needs. Contact us if you want modifications so that we could tailor a holiday to suit your need for an unforgettable India tour.

WHICH INCLUDES:

• All accommodation on twin sharing basis with breakfast
• Air con taxi – from arrival till departure with toll, taxi tax, driver fooding, night halt charges
• Language speaking guide (according to guest’s requirement)
• All food during sanctuary area.
• All the entrance at the entrance due places
• All the wildlife safari charges.
• Mineral water during journey
• Community contribution
• Service tax

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Any personal expenses, air ticket, hard and soft drinks, room services.