Vibrant-Gujrat with Sasangir

  • 09Nights/10 Days
  • india
  • Delhi – Ahmedabad – Bhavnagar – Sasangir – Gondal – Wankaner – Ahmedabad

About the Tour

Explore the cultural heritage of Gujarat- its forts and monuments, along with its natural treasure- Sasan Gir National Park. Explore the cities like Ahemdabad, Bhavnagar, Gondal, etc.. Visit the Gir Wildlife Sanctuary which is the only forest in the world, except Africa, where the lion can be seen in its natural habitat. Gir National park is also a paradise for bird-watchers as it is one of the finest bird sanctuaries in India. 

Highlights

  • Explore Palitana. 
  • Safari at Sasan Gir National Park
  • Visit Vintage Car Museum 
  • Visit Ashoka’s Rock Edicts.

Day 1:    Arrive Delhi
Upon your arrival at Delhi International airport, you will be met by our office airport representative. After a warm welcome at the airport, you will be driven to your pre-booked hotel and our representative will assist you in check-in formalities. Get some rest or explore the city by walk. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2:    Full day sightseeing in Delhi
Today morning after breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to start your excursion with Qutub Minar, it’s named after Qutub-ud-din Aibak, the first Sultan of the Mamluk Dynasty, This is the victory tower of Mughal, which indicated the beginning of Muslim rule in India. Humayun's tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum, in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid Muhammad, Persian architects chosen by her. 
Then drive to visit India Gate, it was built to commemorate the death of India soldiers, who were killed in the North West Province during the First World War and the Afghan Conquest of 1919. Later visit President House, The official residence of the President of India. Drive pass Parliament Street and move to Connaught Place for Lunch. From here you will head to Jama Masjid, it was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1650 and 1656, Jama Masjid is one of the biggest Mosques in India. Drive pass Red Fort and move the head towards Laxmi Narayan Temple located in the heart of Delhi, also known as the Birla Mandir, this beautifully decorated Hindu temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and his consort Lakshmi. Then drive to Lotus Temple, a lotus-shaped outline has etched itself on the consciousness of the city's inhabitants, capturing their imagination, fueling their curiosity, and revolutionizing the concept of worship. Evening drive back to the hotel for an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3:    Flight Delhi – Ahmedabad 
After breakfast, check out and proceed to the airport for flight to Ahmedabad. On arrival, you will be met by our local representative and transferred to your hotel. 

Afternoon proceeds for a sightseeing tour with visit Shaking minarets - They are uniquely designed in a way that when one minaret is shaken the other one shakes too. Calico Textile Museum - is one of the finest textile museums in the world. Housed in one of Gujarat's famous carved wooden Havelis, the museum displays a magnificent collection of rare textiles that date back to the 17th century. Sabarmati Ashram - On a quiet stretch of the river Sabarmati, 7 km north of the city, Mahatma Gandhi set up a simple retreat in 1915. Hridaya Kunj, the cottage where he lived is preserved as it was in the Mahatma's lifetime. The Gandhi Ashram has a memorial center, library, and a sound and light spectacle to offer its visitors. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4:    Drive Ahmedabad – Bhavnagar (176kms/ 3hrs)
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Bhavnagar. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Bhavnagar serves as a convenient base to visit the Jain temples at Palitana on the Shatrunjaya hills and the Velvadar Sanctuary, the home of the famous Indian Blackbuck. The Nilambagh Palace. Then visit Velavadar Blackbuck sanctuary; it is the home of the Indian blackbuck. Velavadar in the Bhal region of Saurashtra is a unique grassland ecosystem that has attracted fame for the successful conservation of the blackbuck - the fastest of the Indian antelopes, the wolf, and the lesser florican.

Palitana - is a 'must visit' destination for all those who would like to witness the subtle combination of human enterprise, architectural skills, philanthropy, and channelized religious fervor can achieve. There are many temples at Palitana, which are revered by Hindus and some are prominent Jain pilgrim centers. Evening back to Bhavnagar. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5:    Drive Bhavnagar - Sasan Gir (216kms/ 4hrs)
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Sasan Gir. On arrival, check-in at the resort/ jungle lodge.
Afternoon safari in the Gir Wildlife Sanctuary; Sprawling in an area of 1424 sq. km, Gir with its dry deciduous forest is a luxuriantly rich ecosystem- endowed with floral and faunal plentitude. Thirty species of mammals, twenty species of reptiles, several species of insects and birds are found here. 
Few people know that 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. Another attraction is a crocodile farm developed in the forest. Overnight at resort/ jungle lodge.

Day 6:    Jungle Safari at Sasan Gir
Breakfast at hotel, morning and evening safari in the national park. Rest time free for personal activities relax etc. Overnight at resort/ jungle lodge.

Day 7:     Drive Sasan Gir – Junagadh – Gondal (120kms/ 3hrs)
Breakfast at hotel, drive to Junagarh en-route visit Junagarh an ancient fortified city rich in myth and legend. Junagadh's main feature is the Uperkot fort (upper fort), a somber and inaccessible fortress.
Ashoka's Rock Edicts; on the way to Girnar, there is a huge boulder, housed in a small roadside building, on which are fourteen Rock Edicts inscribed by Emperor Ashoka. Continue to drive to Junagarh, on arrival check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 8:     Day sightseeing in Gondal
Breakfast at hotel, city tour of Gondal; Navlakha Palace; One of the oldest and most beautiful of Gondal palaces. Riverside Palace; The riverside palace is located at the edge of the Gondali River; built-in the colonial style of architecture, amidst a garden with huge trees. Orchard Palace; was originally a State guesthouse, built in colonial style with an arcade of semi-circular arches, set in the midst of fruit orchards. 

After lunch proceed to see Vintage Car Collection; The rulers of Gondal were great lovers of automobiles and one can see several vintage and classic cars in the royal garage. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9:     Drive Gondal – Wankaner (85kms/ 2hrs)
Breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Wankaner. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Ranjit Vilas Palace and the step wells. Evening free to explore the local shopping area. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10:   Drive Wankaner – Ahmedabad (210kms/ 4.5hrs)
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Ahmedabad. Upon arrival, transfer to the airport for flight to Delhi/ Mumbai. To board connecting flight for your onward destination.
 

Inclusions

  • Accommodation on Single / Twin / Double sharing basis in offered hotels or similar
  • Daily breakfast at the hotel
  • All transfers and excursions will be covered by air-conditioned vehicle. 
  • Complimentary Mineral water bottle during your tour is provided in the car
  • Jeep/Canter Safari at Sasan Gir National Park
  • Services of Local English Speaking Guide for sightseeing
  • Currently applicable taxes.

Exclusions

  • Camera charges at any monument to be paid by the guest directly
  • Any airfare international/ domestic
  • Any insurance
  • Lunch or Dinner unless supplement for the same has opted.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • And anything not mentioned in Inclusions

Tour Notes

  • Room category in all packages are the base category rooms 
  • Christmas & New Year gala charges are on a direct pay basis at the hotel by guest
  • In case we are not able to provide the same hotels as mentioned, then we shall provide similar alternate properties, change in the cost if any will be advised

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