Overview

Gujarat is one of the most versatile state in India. Stretches out into the Arabian Sea, with a hint of the desert and with a coastline of 1666 kms long is Gujarat – the home state of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of Nation. It is famous for its beaches, temple towns and historic capitals. Gujarat today offers a wide range of the most spectacular attractions – which includes breathtaking locations and scenic landscapes. Wildlife sanctuaries, hill resorts and natural grandeur are gifts of Gujarat. Finally, it is also the land of several mythological and historical figures like the legendary Krishna and Mahatma Gandhi the apostle of non-violence.

Day 1: Arrival in Rajkot

Upon your arrival in Rajkot, you will our representative / driver at the airport / driver who will take you to your pre booked hotel. Rajkot was the former capital of the princely state of Saurashtra. Rajkot was once a base for the Western States British government office and rapidly expanded into a prosperous, lively business centre, with an old city Visit Karba Gandhi No Delo / Mahatma Gandhi House – The Karba Gandhi No Delo is the house of the Mahatma Gandhi where he lived from the age of six. Watson Museum –It is a jumbled attic of the collection with the 3rd century inscriptions and a delicate ivory work overseen by a marble statue of Queen Victoria. The Watson Museum has collection of precious objects of colonial period, human history and culture, and History of Rajkot. Raj Kumar College – The world famous Rajkumar College is in the city. This college dates to the 19th century and is regarded as one of the India’s best private colleges Return to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 2: Rajkot – Porbandar (195 Kms / approx. 4 to 5 hours)

After breakfast, drive to Porbandar. Upon arrival, check in at your pre booked hotel. Visit Darbargadh – Darbargadh, the fortified palace was built by the Rana Sartanji. This palace has a huge carved stone entrance gate flanked by high turrets and massive wooden doors. Kirti Mandir – Kirti Mandir was the house of the Mahatma Gandhi and Kasturba, his wife. This place is situated near the place where the Mahatma Gandhi was born. This place is now a small museum and has a Gandhian library and a prayer hall. Bharat Mandir Hall – Bharat Mandir Hall is situated in a pleasant irrigated garden. This hall has a large relief map of India on the floor and bas reliefs of heroes from Hindu legends on the pillars. Huzoor Palace – This sprawling palace is built in the European style with sloping roofs, several wings and big windows, overlooking the sea. Sartanji Choro – This palace was built in the Rajput style as a retreat in the middle of the garden. Each side of the garden represent a different reason. Return to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 3: Porbandar – Bhavnagar (375 Kms / approx. 7 to 8 hours)

After breakfast, drive to Bhavnagar. Upon arrival, check in at your pre booked hotel. In the evening, visit – The Gandhi Smriti and Barton Museum, Gaurishanker Lake & Takhteshwar Temple. Return to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 4: Bhavnagar – Ahmedabad (200 Kms / approx. 4 to 5 hours)

After breakfast, drive to Ahmedabad. Upon arrival, check in at your pre booked hotel. Full day is at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 5: Ahmedabad

Today, enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Ahmedabad. Visit Gandhi Ashram – On a quite peaceful stretch of the Sabarmati River, Mahatma Gandhi set up a simple retreat in 1915. Hridaya Kunj, the simple cottage where he lived, is now a national monument and preserved as it was during the Mahatma’s life-time. Later visit, Sidi Sayed Mosque, Jumma Masjid, Teen Darwaja, Hutheesingh Jain Temple, Adalaj Step-well & Akshardham. Return to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 6: Departure from Ahmedabad

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Ahmedabad airport for your onward flight

Inclusions

  • 1 night accommodation in Rajkot.
  • 1 night accommodation in Porbandar.
  • 1 night accommodation in Bhavnagar.
  • 2 nights accommodation in Ahmedabad.
  • Daily buffet breakfast in hotels.
  • A/C vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • Road taxes, parking fee, fuel charges & interstate taxes.
  • All applicable taxes

Exclusions

  • Any Air/ Train Tickets.
  • Expenses of personal nature.
  • All entrances & guide charges.
  • Any other items/services not mentioned in “ Inclusions “.