Gujarat is known for the Stepped Wells, Jain Temples, Asiatic Lion and business oriented people. Ahmedabad is the sixth largest city in India. It is the commercial hub of the state of Gujarat, though it is not the state capital, which is its twin city Gandhinagar, 30 km to the north.
Day 01 : Arrival At Ahmedabad
Arrival at Ahmedabad transfer from Airport to hotel, check in at hotel. Ahmedabad, named after a Sultan who founded it in 1411 and known for its Indo-Saracenic architecture is graced with splendid monuments associated with Mahatma Gandhi, the apostle of peace and non violence whose simple ashram on the banks of the river Sabarmati is now a site of national pilgrimage. Renowned as a great textile and commercial centre and as the Manchester of India, Ahmedabad is today the second largest prosperous and thriving city in Western India. Afternoon city tour of Ahmedabad. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 : Ahmedabad Sightseeing
After breakfast drive to Jambhughoda, on way visit of Champaner (World Heritage Site). Drive to Champaner 80 km away from Ahmedabad city. Champaner Pavagadh Archaeological Park: The place is a UNESCO designated, World Heritage Site (2004). It is an assemblage of over 100 small and large monuments largely unexcavated and bearing archaeological, historic and living cultural heritage properties. Later drive to Jambhughoda (100 Kms). Overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Full Day Visit Of Chhota Udaipur
Full day Excursion (with Packed Lunch) to Chhota Udaipur (Recommend to take Jeep for the interior visit - Optional). Chhota Udaipur is in proximity to various hamlets of Bhils, Rathwas, Bhilalas and other tribes. The tribal folks can be spotted in sporting colorful attires and chunky jewellry. A tour of the tribal village and hamlets offer an insight of traditional architecture, lifestyle and handicrafts of each aboriginal community. The tribal market called 'hatt' occurs at different villages. Pithora painting, pottery, terracotta figures, Langoti wearing and bamboo basket weaving are main attractions. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 : Jambhugodha To Modhera – Patan – Poshina
Day 05 : Visit To The Tribal Villages (Poshina)
Days entirely dedicated to the visit of tribal villages around Poshina. You will have the opportunity to discover the customs of ethnic groups and Garacia Bhil and visit the temple of Ambaji, dedicated to the mother goddess Amba.Garasia - Contrary to other ethnic groups, living in the Garasia Poshina, at the confluence of the rivers and Aakar Sabarmati, in north Gujarat, bordering Rajasthan. Among Garasia is generally widespread monogamy marriages are contracted between persons of the same clan, but not among members of the same village and among people with family ties. Can be combined or occur as a result of a leak. It’s customary for couples to escape for a trial period, in which case the bride's father is given as compensation a sum of money, if the union fails, the wife comes home with another sum to be delivered to its parent. Garasia I believe in Bhagwan, the figure of the supreme God, which is never personified. Their traditional offerings are small horses in red clay, which are usually placed under trees or near sacred rocks or water sources, elements that are associated with the strength of spirits. Little is known about these sanctuaries, religious observances and rituals related to the terracotta horses are given in case of need and help maintain peace in the life of the village. Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 : Poshina To Dasada
Day 07 : Dasada To Bhuj
Day 08 : Bhuj Sightseeing
Full day excursion to Banni Villages (North Bhuj) (you are suggested to carry packed lunch). Amidst the Desert land of infinite dimensions, are suspended, quaint little villages. These are the last villages on the India-Pakistan border. Here you will come across master craft people' exposing their traditional art, turning our master pieces every day. Their ornaments, clothes, utensils, everything they use - will make you feel as if you have stepped into lifestyle museum leaving you spellbound. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09 : Bhuj Full Day
Full day Excursion to Banni village (East and South Bhuj) (Packed lunch recommended). Excursion includes: Anjar (old architecture), Banni ('Bhunga' mud houses, kutchi handicrafts) and Kera (11th century Shiva Temple). Overnight at hotel
Day 10 : Bhuj To Mandvi – Bhuj
Today after breakfast proceed for a day excursion to Mandvi.Mandvi is located on the banks of the Rukmavati River, barely one km from the Arabian Sea at the Gulf of Kutch. The town has a very pleasant climate throughout the year and it was a summer retreat of the Kutch Maharaos. The centre of attraction at Mandvi is the Vijay Vilas Palace, a royal abode set in the middle of well-laid gardens with water channels and marble fountains. The architect and craftsmen from Jaipur designed and constructed the palace in 1920 AD. The palace has all the elements of Rajput architecture and draws largely on the plan of palaces of Orchha and Datia. The central high dome on the pillars, the Bengal domes on sides, the windows with colored glass, carved stone Jaali, domed bastions at the corners, extended porch and other exquisitely stone carved elements, make the palace worth a visit. It owns a private beach, maintained in an eco-friendly manner to preserve its pristine beauty. It is an example of the traditional skill of craftsmanship of early 20th century.Visit Ship building yard. On the banks of the Rukmavati River, just south of the bridge, you can visit the still-active shipbuilding yard. Craftsmen still assemble ships out of wood, for local or international guests, and you can feel free to watch them work. It’s an opportunity to see handmade ship being built which will make one truly appreciate craftsmanship. The process is long and elaborate and shoddy workmanship means risking sailors' lives. Boards painstakingly crafted, planed and fitted by hand, for a watertight fit along the long curves of the hull line will likely encounter legions of craftsmen working hard amidst giant piles of sawdust. Also, because of the shipbuilding industry, there is a heavy timber trade in Mandvi. Overnight at hotel
Day 11 : Bhuj Departure
Today after breakfast proceed to Bhuj Airport to catch the flight for your onwards journey.