Gujarat Textiles and Handicrafts reflect a love of color, an eye for design and form. They are the look of an initial artistic qualities and rich cultural heritage. The state excels in both quality and design of textiles, customary and recent. The larger variety mills are joined to produce a rich mingling of colours and textures. The widest range of woven fabrics is found in the resist technique. These varieties from Patola, double Ikat, to the Bandhej tie and dye the woven Mashru and the resist or reserved printing on cotton and silk.

Highlights:

Ahmedabad: Calico Museum, Wooden Block, Block Printing, Sheryas Museum.
Dasada: Patola Weaving, Mushroo Weaving, Rani ki Vav. Sun Tempel at Modera
Bhuj: Dhamadka & Bhujodi village, Kutchi Rabari Embroidery, NGO Shrujan, Sumrasar village
Hodka: Meghwal, Muthwa, & Nirona Village
Mandvi: Mochis Embroidery. Best Time to Travel: September to till March

10 Days from USD 899 onwards

AHMEDABAD | POSINA | DASADA | BHUJ | AHMEDABAD

ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrival Ahmedabad

Arrival at Ahmedabad by train/ air, meets, & transfers to hotel. Check into the hotel. In the noon visit of half day city tour that include Sidi Saidey Mosque developed by Sidi Saiyed constructed in 1573, Hathee Singh Jain Temple is typically fine & made of delicately carved white marble, Gandhi Ashram, Adalej Step Well, built by Queen Rudabai entrances leading to a hug platform that rest on 16 pillars etc. Overnight stay Ahmedabad.

Day 02: Ahmedabad – Posina

Morning after breakfast visit of Calico Museum of Textile which contains one of the world's finest collections of antique and modern Indian textile later to Balaram Palace resort (4 hrs/ 170 kms). Overnight stay Balaram Palace resort.

Day 03: Posina

Morning visit of tribal Village around posina. It is a centre to see Garacia tribal and also Bhil & Rajasthani rabaries can be seen near Ambaji. Ambaji is temple of mother goddess amba. In the noon after 3 PM again visit of Tribal village. Overnight stay Balaram Palace Resort.

Day 04: Posina - Dasada

After taking the breakfast drive to Dasada, In between visit of Patan Patola Weaving famous for silk saris, step well, Modhera – A world famous sun temple. Then continue drive to Dasada. Overnight at Rann Riders.

Day 05: Dasada

Morning after breakfast, visit to the little Rann of Kutch to see the various types of Birds like Flamingo, Duck, Crane. Also we can see here Asiatic wild asses, blue hull. In the evening take village safari to see experience of Bharwad, Rabari Tribal. Evening dinner & overnight stay Rann Riders.

Day 06: Dasada - Bhuj

Early morning drive to Bhuj, in the evening visit market area of Bhuj as well as Foreign Registaion office to take a permit to visit Banni Tribal area. Overnight stay Bhuj.

Day 07: Bhuj

Excursion visit of Nammi village to see the various people like Jat, Harijan and Meghawal, Mutva etc in villages like Hodka, Ludiya and Dhordo. Normally Jats are not allowed their photography.To carry packed lunch and enough water is must required in these Rempte area except tea nothing is available. Overnight stay Bhuj.

Day 08: Bhuj

Excursion visit to Bhujodi village then drive to Mandvi to visit Rabari village after Tunda Wandh near Mandvi. Also visit of Beaches & Palace at Mandvi. We can eat at Gujarat Tourism restaurant on the beach of Mandvi or near Vijay Vilas Palace. Overnight stay Bhuj.

Day 09: Bhuj

Morning visit of Bhuj Local City Tour includes Aina Mahal, Prog Mahal or Excursion visit of Dholavira. Dholavira is an example of ancient Harappa civilization. Overnight stay Bhuj.

Day 10: Bhuj – Ahmedabad Airport (Departure)

Departure transfer to Airport/ Drive back to Ahmedabad & departure transfer to Ahmedabad Airport.

Inclusions:

Accommodation + Room with Breakfast + Transportation



 



With the knock of modernization in India, finding the old culture, traditions well as the ancient people is not an easy job. However, there are still some states in India where one can refresh himself and have a glimpse of the old Indian people and their simple lifestyle. One such Indian state is Gujarat. Apart from unspoiled beaches, medieval edifices and rich Indian culture and tradition, the state is well acknowledged worldwide for its tribal life.

Explore the sizable population of tribals in Gujarat with our 13 days Gujarat Tribal Tour. Our tour will allow you to meet different tribes of the state and closely witness their lifestyle, culture and traditions. This travel package will give you a chance to slip into the lifestyle of Gujarat.

12 Days from USD 1199 onwards

Mumbai | Saputara | Dang | Chotta Udaipur | Posina | Dasada | Bhuj | Banni | Ahmedabad

ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrive Mumbai

Arrival at Mumbai meets great & transfer to airport/railway station. Board flight / train to Ahmedabad. Transfer to Saputara. Overnight stay Saputara.

Day 02: Mumbai – Saputara

Full day excursion visit of Dangs village are Adivasi tribal living in a socially remote and highly sensitive and vulnerable forested region in the state of Gujarat. Overnight stay Saputara.

Day 03: Saputara - Chotta Udaipur

Departure to Chotta Udaipur. Check into the hotel. Overnight stay hotel, Chotta Udaipur.

Day 04: Chotta Udaipur

Morning after taking the breakfast visit of tribal museum, then later near visit of Rathwa Tribes in & around the region. Evening visits village to see tribal people, culture & wall painting. Overnight stay Chotta Udaipur.

Day 05: Chotta Udaipur - Posina

Morning drive to Posina, visit if Tribal Village around Posina. It is a centre to see garacia tribal and also bhil & rajasthani rabaries can be seen near Ambaji. Ambaji is temple of mother goddess Amba. In the noon after 3 pm again visit of Tribal villages. Overnight stay Balaram Palace Resort.

Day 06: Posina - Dasada

After taking breakfast drive to Dasada, in between visit of Patan Patola Weaving famous for silk saris, step well, Modhera- a world famous sun temple then continue drive to Dasada. Overnight at Rann Riders.

Day 07: Dasada - Rann

After breakfast, visit to the little Rann of Kutch to see the various types of Birds like Flamingo, Duck, Crane. Also we can see here Asiatic wild asses, blue bull. In the evening take village safari to see experience of Bharwad, Rabari Tribal. Evening dinner & overnight stay Rann Rides.

Day 08: Rann - Bhuj

Early morning drive to Bhuj, in the evening visit market area of Bhuj as well as Foreign Registration office to take a permit to visit Banni Tribal area. Overnight stay Bhuj.

Day 09: Bhuj

Excursion visit of Banni village to see the various people like Jat, Harijan and Meghawal, Mutva etc in various villages like Hodka, Ludiya, and Dhordo Normally Jats are not allowed their photography. To carry packed lunch and enough water is must require in these remote area except the nothing is available. Overnight stay Bhuj.

Day 10: Bhuj

Excursion visit to Bhujodi village then drive to Mandvi to visit Rabari village after Tunda Wandh near Mandvi. Also visit of Beaches & Palace at Mandvi. We can eat at Gujarat Tourism restaurant. On the beach of Mandvi or near Vijay Vilas Palace. Overnight stay Bhuj.

Day 11: Bhuj

Morning visit of Bhuj Local City Tour includes Aina Mahal, Prag Mahal or Excursion visit of Dhilavira. Dholavira is an examlie of ancient Harappa civilization. Overnight stay Bhuj.

Day 12: Bhuj - Ahmedabad

Departure transfer to Airport / Drive Back to Ahmedabad & Departure Transfer to Ahmedabad Airport.

Inclusions:

Accommodation + Room with Breakfast + Transportation



 





Cultural TOUR OF GUJARAT

AHMEDABAD | NALSAROVAR | DASADA | GONDAL | SASAN GIR | DIU




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GUJARAT SPECIAL TRIBAL TOUR

Mumbai | Saputara | Dang | Chotta Udaipur | Posina | Dasada | Bhuj | Banni | Ahmedabad




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This cultural tour highlighting the best of Gujarat for wildlife & birding to the screen & quite beaches of Diu.

9 DAYS from USD 899 onwards

AHMEDABAD | NALSAROVAR | DASADA | GONDAL | SASAN GIR | DIU

ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrival Ahmedabad

Arrival at Ahmedabad by train / flight meets great & transfers to hotel, Check into the hotel. In the noon visit of half day city tour that include Sidi Saiyed Mosque developed by Sidi Saiyed constructed in 1573, Hathee Singh Jain Temple is typically fine & made delicately carved white marble, Gandhi Ashram, Adalej Step Well, built by Queen Rudabai entrance leading to a huge platform that rest on 16 pillars etc. overnight stay Ahmedabad.

Day 02: Ahmedabad

Morning after breakfast visit of Jama Mosque, which is developed by Ahmed Shah, A very good example of architect. Then later visit of Calico museum of textile, which contains one of the world's finest collections of antique and modern Indian textile. In evening visit of market area & overnight stay Ahmedabad.

Day 03: Ahmedabad – Nalsarovar – Dasada

Early morning (0430AM) drive to Nalsarovar bird sanctuary, in winter the migratory birds descend on the Nalsarover. Visit of various birds like Geese, Pelicans, flamingos etc. best way to see the birds we can take a boat on rent. Then after continue drive to Dasada. Check into Rann Riders & overnight stay Dasada.

Day 04: Dasada – Gondal

Morning drive to Gondal, check into the little Rann of Kutch to see the various types of Birds like Flamingo, Duck, Crane. Also we can see here Asiatic wild asses, blue bull. In the evening again safari of little Rann of Kutch or here we can take village safari to see experience of Bharwad, rabari communities. Evening dinner & overnight stay Rann Riders.

Day 05: Gondal

Morning drive to Gondal, check into Orchard Palace/ River Side Palace. In evening visit vintage car collection, having a several vintage & classical cars including a 1910 new engine with so many imposing American cars of the 1940. Also visit of Bhuvneshary Ayurvedic library, which makes herbal medicines according to ancient principals. Overnight stay Gondal.

Day 06: Gondal – Sasan Gir

Morning after breakfast visit of Naulakha Palace, SwamiNarayan temple. Naulakha Palace is a festival of stone carvings with balconies. In the afternoon drive to Sasan Gir. Check in to hotel & overnight stay.

Day 07: Sasan Gir

Morning safari to Gir National Park. Sasan Gir Lion sanctuary is home of some 300 Asiatic Lions. Sasan Gir is only place in the world outside African continent where lion can be seen in its natural habitat. Evening safari & overnight stay Sasan Gir.

Day 08: Sasan Gir – Diu

After breakfast drive to Diu. Check into hotel. In the evening visit of Diu Fort & beach. The fort has canons, which reminds one of the struggles between Bahadur Shah, Sultan of Gujarat, Mughal Emperor & the Portuguese. Overnight stay Diu.

Day 09: Diu

Taking a breakfast then visit of Diu includes St. Paul Church which is founded by Jesuits, Diu Museum which is collection of wooden carvings, idols, shadow clocks & so many other items. In the evening visit of Beaches. Overnight stay Diu.

Day 10: Diu Airport (Departure)

Departure Transfer to Diu Airport/ Bhavnagar Airport/ Ahmedabad Airport.

Inclusions:

Accommodation + Room with Breakfast + Transportation



 



Pangong Tso is about five hours drive from Leh in Ladakh region of Jammu & Kashmir. The route passes through beautiful Ladakh countryside, over Chang La, the third highest motorable mountain pass (5289 m) in the world. The first glimpse of the serene, bright blue waters and rocky lakeshore remains etched in the memory of tourists. There is a narrow ramp-like formation of land running into the lake which is also a favourite with tourists. Situated at a height of about 13,900 ft, the name Pangong is a derivative of the Tibetan word Banggong Co meaning "long, narrow, enchanted lake". One third of the lake is in India while the remaining two thirds lies in Tibet, which is controlled by China. Majority of the streams which fill the lake are located on the Tibetan side. During winter the lake freezes completely, despite being saline water. The salt water lake does not support vegetation or aquatic life except for some small crustaceans. However, there are lots of water birds. The lake acts as an important breeding ground for a large variety of migratory birds like Brahmani Ducks, Rare black necked cranes and Seagulls. One can also spot Ladakhi Marmots, the rodent-like creatures which can grow up to the size of a small dog. Pangong Tso lies on the Sino-Indian Line of Actual Control and hence requires an Inner Line Permit. Most of the lake is in Chinese-controlled territory. Owing to Pangong's proximity to the border, tourists are only allowed to visit the lake upto the Spangmik village. For the hardcore adventure lovers, there is a camping site on the shore of Pangong. But do remember that the weather tends to get harsh after dusk. The place is a photographers' delight and camping is the only option if you wish to see the sunset and the sunrise.

2 Days from USD 220 onwards

Leh | Pangong Lake

ITINERARY

Day 01: Leh – Pangong Lake (4300 mtr, 130 kms, 6 hrs)

After early breakfast depart for Pangong Lake over the Chang-la (5475 mtr.). Arrive Pangong Lake, the highest lake in Ladakh & is flanked by massive peaks over 6500 mtr high. The lake is 150 kms. Long but is only 4 kms. At its widest and extends almost in a straight line, way into Tibet, in fact only a quarter of the lake is in India & rest in Chaina. Return drive to Tangste & check in Guest House for overnight stay.

Day 02: Tangste – Leh (115 kms, 2 hrs)

Depart for Leh in the morning enroute visiting Durbuk & Karu Villages. Tour concludes on arrival in Leh.

Inclusions:

Accommodation + Room with Breakfast (All meals at Guest house / Camp) + Transportation