Gujarat has a colorful profile. The land is fertile, beautiful and prosperous on the coastline from Kutch in the West to Daman in South, the hill line from Aravali in the East to the Western hills with lush green forests, large and small rivers as well the plains in the middle. The rivers and reservoirs, farms and fields, villages and towns, suburbs and cities, markets and industries, temples and complexes add to its physical prosperity and unfold the prosperity of its historic basis.
Day 1: Arrival At Ahmedabad And Proceed To Bhuj
Arrive Ahmedabad in the morning and drive to Bhuj. Bhuj is a typical example of a desert town located between two geographical features - Bujiyo Dungar on the east and Hamirsar Lake on the west. Overnight at Bhuj.
Day 2: Bhuj Seightseeing
After breakfast proceed for a day excursion to Banni Villages. Also visit Karo Dungar (Black Hill) – drive to the “Datary Temple” at the top of the karo dungar, from where you will have the best top views of the Great Rann. Overnight stay at Bhuj.
Day 3: Bhuj To Jamnagar
Tranfer from Bhuj to Jamnagar and proceed for sightseeing. Bala Hanuman Temple is a pilgrim place venerated by the devotees of Lord Rama. It is a world famous temple, known for the continous chanting of Jai Ram, Shri Ram. The chanting is going on since 1964 and has found a place for it in the Guinness Book of World Records. People chant the name of the Lord in shifts, 24hours a day. Overnight at Jamnagar.
Day 4: Jamnagar To Dwarka
Day 5: Dwarka To Somnath
Today after breakfast proceed to Somnath enroute visiting Porbandar. Visit the Sudamapuri Temple associated with a popular tale of Krishna and his dear friend Sudama, Kirti Mandir the three storey house where Gandhiji was born in 1869. Also visit Bharat Mandir. The most important temple and main highlight in Somnath is the Kailash Temple with its imposing architecture, a 50-meter high tower, intricate carvings and a number of holy idols and images. After performing the evening Aarti and after witnessing the Sound & Light Show we will then visit the beach of Somnath which is very beautiful and a captivating sight to behold. The fresh blue waters, humming waves and the cool sands give you a feeling of having landed in a paradise. The beach has pleasant sands, great sea views, camel and pony rides, coconut stalls and snack places. We will then give free time to the tourists for relaxation or moving around Veraval town on their own. Late in the evening return to the hotel. Overnight stay at Somnath.
Day 6: Somnath To Diu
Day 7: Diu Day At Leisure
Today after breakfast day at leisure for independent activities. Overnight stay at Diu.
Day 8: Diu - Palitana To Bhavnagar
Today after breakfast proceed to Bhavnagar after visiting Palitana. Palitana is the gateway to the Shatrunjaya hill and one of the holiest pilgrimage sites for Jains. There are about 863 temples on the top of the hill, exquisitely carved in marble and built over a span of 900 years. After reaching the top of the hill we will visit the Jain temple. The temple which is dedicated to Shri Adishwara, the first Jain Tirthankara (apostle) is one of the most magnificent temples and the most sacred temple on Shatrunjaya hill. After visiting the temple we will visit the Chaumukha or the four faced temple. It has an image of Adinath facing out in the four cardinal directions. Note: Start Early morning from Diu so as to visit Palitana on time as in the afternoon temperature will be high. Overnight stay at Bhavnagar.
Day 9: Bhavnagar To Ahmedabad
Today morning sightseeing of the city and then continue drive to Ahmedabad. Gaurishanker Lake a beautiful picnic spot near the lake. There is also a well laid out park. Takhteshwar Temple. Situated on a hill, the site provides a panoramic view. Overnight stay at Ahmedabad.
Day 10: Ahmedabad Sightseeing
Today after breakfast proceed for sightseeing of the city like Gandhi Ashram, Sidi Sayed Mosque, Jumma Masjid, Teen Darwaja, Hutheesingh Jain Temple, Adalaj Step-well and Akshardham. Overnight stay at Ahmedabad.
Day 11: Departure Form Ahmedabad
Today after breakfast proceed to Airport to catch the flight for your onwards journey.