Day 01. Bhuj: ArriveBhuj. You will be met,
assisted and transferred to your Hotel. Local ruler MaharaoHamir founded the
city of Bhuj in 1510. In 1549 RaoKhengarji I another local ruler, made Bhuj his
capital. Overnight in Bhuj.
Day 02 Gondal: This day you will drive to
Gondal. On arrival transfer to the Orchard Palace. After a quick break you will
visit to the Naulakha Palace, adorned with stone carvings. It was constructed
as a gift for Maharaja BhagwatSinhJi, when he completed 25 years of his rule on
Gondal. Later visit an amazing collection of vintage cars followed by visit to
BhuvaneswaryAyurvedic Library, where you will be initiated with the process of
making the centuries old Ayurvedic medicines. Overnight in Gondal.
Day 03 SasanGir: After breakfast drive to
Sasangir. Enroute visit Junagadh, it has lovely houses with Stuccowork -
Italian influence. You will visit the museum fort with Buddhist caves and
Ashokan edict. After the sightseeing, continue your drive to Sasangir. On
arrival in Sasangir, transfer to Camp. Sasangir is the only place in the world
outside Africa, where the Lion can be seen in its natural habitat, the last
remaining Bastion of the Asiatic Lion. Gir is also home to one of the largest
Leopard populations in any park in India, making it an excellent place to see
big cats of a different kind. Overnight in the SasanGir.
Day 04 Diu: In
the morning, you shall experience a safari to SasanGir national park. This
sanctuary is known all over the world for being the natural abode of Asiatic
Lions. A safari in the Gir National Park will be one of the most memorable and
popular highlights of this trip. The forests in Sasangir consist of dry desert vegetation,
with scrub and thorn bushes extending over the dry soil and the rough rocky
outcrops. It thins out giving a better chance to see the animals and birds in
the Park. Later continue your drive to Diu. On arrival in Diu, check into your
hotel. Overnight at Diu.
Day 05 Diu: Today you shall head on for a
sightseeing tour of Diu. You will visit popular tourist attractions like St.
Paul Church & Diu Museum. Afternoon is free for beach activities on
own. Overnight at the Diu.
Day 06 Bhavnagar: This day after early
breakfast drive to Bhavnagar, the place of several lakes and temples. Bhavnagar
lies in the southeast corner of the peninsular region of Gujarat known as
Kathiawad or Saurashtra. On arrival check in at the Hotel Nilambagh Palace.
Nilambagh Palace Bhavnagar was originally built as a private dwelling to Sir
Takhat Singh. The house has been converted into a renowned heritage hotel in
the state of Gujarat. The Nilambagh palace is set in 40,000 sqft of lawn and
garden. The pillared portico, stepped arches, pleasant centre courtyard,
turning marble staircase, the dining hall furnished with European chandeliers,
Belgian mirrors, oil paintings and carved Burma teak furniture, the lobby with
its king sized royal portraits, stuffed panthers and chandeliers and the
historic library are some highlights of the property. Later visit Gandhi
Smriti, which has a library, a small museum, gallery and memorial to the
founder of India. Overnight in the Bhavnagar.
Day 07 Excursion to Palitana&Lothal:
Today you will take an excursion to Lothal. En-route visit Palitana. It is the
base for visiting one of the 5 important pilgrimage centers of the Jains. The
impressive Jain temple complex on Shatrunjaya hill is at an altitude of 591 m.
ShatrunjayaCity, is the largest temple complex of India. The ascent of 3.5 Kms
climb up a winding path has 3950 steps. The temple complex has 863 temples
strung along two ridges of the hill, with further temples in the hollow. Most
of the temples are named after their founders and are mostly built over a
period of 1000 years in the11th century and rebuilt in the 16th century".
Just before 80 Kms from Ahmedabad visit Lothal. Lothal city is one of the well
known cities of the ancient Indus valley civilization. The origin and history
of Lothal can be dated back to 2400 BC. Lothal in Gujarat is one of the primary
sites of archaeology. Though, it was discovered in the year 1954, but its
excavation work began on the February 13, 1955, which continued till May 19,
1960. It was done by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Return back to
hotel. Overnight in Bhavnagar.
Day 08 Ahmedabad: Today after breakfast
drive to Ahmedabad. On arrival check into your hotel. Later visit Jama Masjid
(Friday Mosque) built by Ahmed Shah in 1424, The façade is emphasized by the
spacious courtyard paved in marble with a tank in the middle. It has a screen
of arches flanked by a pillared portico. Later visit the Sabarmati Ashram
founded in 1917, where Mahatma Gandhi, the "Father of Nation" lived
as a lawyer after his return from South Africa. It was the starting point for
Gandhiji's celebrated 24 day, 385 km Salt March to Dandi in 1930. It has a
library, archives and a picture gallery depicting Gandhiji's life. Overnight in
Ahmedabad.
HOTELS
ENVISAGED
City
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A
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B
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Meal Plan
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Bhuj
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Kutch safari lodge
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Prince Residency
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CP
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Gondal
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River Side Palace , Gondal
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River Side Palace , Gondal
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CP
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SasanGir
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The Fern
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Gir Jungle Lodge
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AP
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Diu
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Azzaro
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Radhika Beach Resort
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CP
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Bhavnagar
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Nilambagh
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Top 3 Lords Resort
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CP
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Ahmedabad
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Courtyard by Marriott
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The Pride
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CP
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Cost Per Person
Category
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1 pax
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2 pax
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3 pax
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4 pax
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Child with bed
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Child without
bed
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A
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80711
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43514
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37320
|
38320
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11281
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9560
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B
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67120
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35371
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31396
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30177
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9794
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8300
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Inclusions:
* Accommodation in well appointed rooms.
* Transport services as per itinerary by
air-conditioned car
(1-2 pax - Indigo or similar, 3-4
pax - Toyota Innova)
* Assistance, toll, interstate taxes, Govt.
Service Tax.
* Jeep Safari is included
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Exclusions:
* Air tickets and airport taxes
* Items of personal nature like laundry, phone calls, tips
etc
* Local English speaking guide for
sightseeing.
* Entrances for sightseeing.
Notes:
* Check in 1400hrs and check out 1200hrs
* Extra mattress will be provided for third person in case of triple
occupancy.
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Validity: From
01stApril to 30th September 2014.
Rates are valid
for Indian Nationals