This 3-day Gujarat heritage tour offers a perfect blend of history, architecture, and culture centered around Ahmedabad. The journey begins in the vibrant city of Ahmedabad, where you'll explore iconic sites like Sabarmati Ashram, Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, and Adalaj Stepwell, along with leisure time at Kankaria Lake and Manek Chowk. The second day takes you on a cultural excursion to the ancient cities of Patan and Modhera, home to the stunning Rani Ki Vav and the Sun Temple, showcasing the region’s rich architectural legacy. On the final day, dive into ancient history with a visit to Lothal, a key site of the Indus Valley Civilization. Throughout the trip, Ahmedabad serves as your base, offering convenient access to surrounding heritage destinations while ensuring a comfortable stay.
🏞️ Highlights:
Explore the historic Sabarmati Ashram, home of Mahatma Gandhi
Admire the iconic Sidi Saiyyed Mosque and its famous stone latticework
Visit the beautifully carved Adalaj Stepwell
Enjoy local street food and shopping at Manek Chowk
Discover the UNESCO-listed Rani Ki Vav in Patan
Marvel at the grand Sun Temple in Modhera
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival in Ahmedabad – City Sightseeing
Ahmedabad
Upon arrival in Ahmedabad, check in to your hotel and freshen up. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to Sabarmati Ashram, followed by the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque and Adalaj Stepwell. In the evening, spend time at Kankaria Lake or enjoy shopping and street food at Manek Chowk. After sightseeing, return to your hotel. Overnight stay in Ahmedabad.
Adalaj Stepwell:
The Adalaj Stepwell, located near Ahmedabad, is an architectural masterpiece built in 1499 by Queen Rudabai. This five-storied stepwell was designed not just as a water reservoir but also as a cool resting place for travelers during the harsh summers. Adorned with intricate carvings of flowers, birds, and mythological scenes, the stepwell reflects a stunning blend of Hindu and Islamic styles, showcasing the rich craftsmanship of Gujarat's artisans. Its beautiful pillars, balconies, and ornamental motifs make it one of the finest stepwells in India.
Sidi Saiyyed Mosque:
The Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, built in 1573 by an Abyssinian nobleman, is one of the most iconic landmarks of Ahmedabad. Renowned for its intricate stone latticework (jalis), particularly the famous "Tree of Life" motif, the mosque is a brilliant example of Indo-Islamic architecture. Though relatively small in size, its artistic excellence and delicate craftsmanship have made it a symbol of the city's cultural heritage, even inspiring the design of Ahmedabad’s emblem.
In the morning, after early breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to Patan and Modhera. Visit Rani Ki Vav in Patan and the Sun Temple in Modhera. After completing the sightseeing, drive back to Ahmedabad. Return to your hotel. Overnight stay in Ahmedabad.
Rani Ki Vav (Queen’s Stepwell):
Rani Ki Vav, located in Patan, Gujarat, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the finest and most ornate stepwells in India. Built in the 11th century by Queen Udayamati in memory of her husband King Bhimdev I, this stepwell is a true masterpiece of Maru-Gurjara architectural style. It features intricate carvings of Hindu deities, mythological scenes, and symbolic motifs across seven levels of stairs. Designed not just for water storage but also as a place of spiritual and social importance, Rani Ki Vav is celebrated for its stunning symmetry, detailed craftsmanship, and historical significance.
Sun Temple:
The Sun Temple at Modhera, dedicated to the solar deity Surya, is one of the most magnificent temples of Gujarat, built during the reign of King Bhima I of the Solanki dynasty in the 11th century. The temple complex is renowned for its grand stepped water tank (Surya Kund), ornate Sabha Mandap (assembly hall), and intricately carved sanctum. Every surface of the temple is covered with detailed sculptures depicting gods, celestial beings, and everyday life scenes. Though the temple is no longer active for worship, it stands as a brilliant example of ancient temple architecture and devotion to the Sun God.
Day 3 :
Ahmedabad – Lothal – Departure
Ahmedabad
In the morning, after breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive to Lothal for a half-day visit. Explore the archaeological site and museum. Return to Ahmedabad. Depending on your departure schedule, you may visit a local market or museum before heading to the airport or railway station for your onward journey.
Kindly note that names of hotels mentioned in the proposed hotels only indicate that our rates have been based on the usage of these hotels, and it is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until we convey such confirmation to you. We reserve the right to change the same due to availability issues with the hotel or unavoidable circumstances. In that case, we may provide alternative similar accommodation and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you.
Our offer is based on the usage of base category rooms at the mentioned hotels (unless specified otherwise). If this category of rooms is not available, we shall try to confirm accommodation in the next available higher category of rooms and shall advise supplementary cost involved while conveying the status.
🍽️ MEALS:
The menus are pre-set menus provided for breakfast/lunch/dinner on the tour as mentioned under each Tour itinerary and inclusions and exclusions as committed at the time of confirmation.
In standard/Budget category of hotels, the meals preferences are veg meals unless specified and in Deluxe/Super Deluxe and Luxury category of hotels/resort the meals are a mixture of veg and non-veg preferences.
Mostly buffet meals are served during the tour, but depending upon the less occupancy and group size Ala Carte meals may be served by the hotels. No claim can be made for the meal which guest has missed and not utilized.
📅 ITINERARY CHANGES:
For the comfort and convenience of guests, there could be some changes or amendments in the itinerary. We will try to advise you of these amendments prior to the start of the tour or on tour. In the event a guest misses any part of the sightseeing tour or any such tour due to delay on their part, they will not be entitled to claim a refund of the same.
The timings mentioned in the day schedule in the itinerary may vary depending upon the road conditions, particular destination visits en route, meals, climatic conditions, particular health conditions of the guests, and timings of sightseeing places and monuments.
🚌 TRANSPORT:
We normally use A/C Sedan such as Etios/Desire Innova/Crysta/Tempo Travellers/2X2 A/C Coaches for our tours depending upon the group size and preferences of the travel. The drivers of the vehicles are bound by specific rules like maximum driving hours within a day, rest period per day, etc. Clients will have to strictly adhere to the prescribed timetable for the day so that the driver can complete the travel. In case any of the sightseeing schedules are missed due to delays caused by the client, the same will not be refunded to the client under any circumstances.
Please note that AC will not work in Hills and no claims to this regard shall be entertained.
💳Payment Terms And Methods:
• Deposit of 35% of the package cost at the time of booking.
•Need 50% payment of the package cost, 30 days prior to departure date
•Need 100% payment of the package cost, 15 days prior to departure date
🔄Cancellation AndRefund Policy:
•25% of full tour cost - 60 days prior to arrival.
•50% of full tour cost - between 30 days prior to tour.
•75% of full tour cost - between 29 & 16 days prior to tour
•100% - within 15 days prior to tour.
•50% advance to be deposited at the time of booking confirmation.
•Balance 50% before 15 days from the Tour Starts.
•Check In / Check out time at all the properties would at 1200 hrs (Noon)
•All the above-mentioned rates are per person rates on twin sharing
•For Cancellation, please refer to our Terms and Conditions available at our booking office.
•Rooms holding shall be for a period of 72 hours only.
•The above rates are applicable strictly for resident Indian citizens only.
Package Code:MY339098
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