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Cultural Golden Triangle of Gujarat

Duration:

09 Nights / 10 Days

Destination:

Ahmedabad – Utelia – Bhavnagar – Palitana – Gondal – Rajkot – Ahmedabad

Introduction
Cultural Golden Triangle Tour of Gujarat is an opportunity to visit the former princely state of Gujarat which is in today’s date a well known state of India famous across the Globe. This cultural voyage takes you closer to the heritage of many historical regions like Utelia, Bhavnagar, Gondal and Wankaner along with a blend of wildlife at Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary and famous Palitana Jain Temples. 
 
Tour Highlights
Ahmedabad is the largest city in Gujarat and a significant economic and industrial hub.
It has a rich cultural heritage, with historical landmarks such as the Sabarmati Ashram, Jama Masjid, and the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque.
The city is known for its vibrant textile industry and is a UNESCO World Heritage City.
Gondal:
Gondal is a town in the Rajkot district of Gujarat.
It has a princely history, with notable attractions including the Riverside Palace, the Naulakha Palace, and the Swaminarayan Temple.
Gondal is known for its royal architecture and cultural heritage.
Utelia:
Utelia is a small village in Gujarat, known for its Utelia Palace.
Utelia Palace is a heritage hotel that provides visitors with a glimpse into the traditional architecture and lifestyle of the region.
Bhavnagar:
Bhavnagar is a city on the Gulf of Khambhat in the Saurashtra region.
It has historical sites like the Takhteshwar Temple, Gaurishankar Lake, and the Nilambag Palace.
Bhavnagar has a significant cultural and industrial presence.
Palitana:
Palitana is renowned for its extensive Jain temple complex located on Shatrunjaya Hill.
The temples are considered sacred by the Jain community and are an important pilgrimage site.
Palitana is known for its architectural marvels and religious significance.
 
 
 
 
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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Ahmedabad

Sabarmati Ashram, Auto World Vintage Museum and Kankaria Lake A traditional welcome by our Tour Representative on your arrival at Ahmedabad Airport / Railway Station followed with a check-in to your pre-reserved Hotel. Later proceed for Ahmedabad sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such Sabarmati Ashram, Auto World Vintage Museum and Kankaria Lake. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.

Day 2

Ahmedabad – Utelia (Distance Approx 80 Kms)

Lothal, Utelia Palace, Lothal Museum Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Utelia, near Lothal is an interesting heritage destination and a suggested place to visit for heritage oriented travelers. Upon arrival at Utelia, check-in at your pre-reserved hotel and relax. Later proceed for Utelia sightseeing tour to see the popular places such as Utelia Palace, Lothal and Lothal Museum and remains of the bustling commercial center during 2000 BCE. Lothal is amongst the important cities of Harappan civilization. At the end of the Tour, back to your Hotel and relax.

Day 3

Utelia – Bhavnagar (Distance Approx 100 Kms)

Takhteshwar Temple, Gaurishankar Lake, Barton Museum, Gandhi Smriti, Barton Library, Gangajalia, Victoria Park Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Bhavnagar, a city found by Bhavsinhji Gohil in the year 1724. Bhavnagar is brilliantly festooned with several lakes and temples and also has an association with the Mahatma Gandhi. The tangled markets and old wooden houses of the old city feel remarkably untouched by the outside world. Upon your arrival at Bhavnagar, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. Later proceed for Bhavnagar sightseeing tour to see the popular places such as Takhteshwar Temple, Gaurishankar Lake, Barton Museum, Gandhi Smriti, Barton Library, Gangajalia and Victoria Park. At the end of the Tour, back to your Hotel and relax.

Day 4

Bhavnagar – Velavadar Black Buck National Park (Excursion Tour)

Velavadar Black Buck National Park After Breakfast, proceed for an excursion tour to Velavadar Black Buck National Park famous for successful preservation of endangered Blackbuck which perhaps is the most graceful and beautiful of its kind. Velavadar National Park is a heaven for those who are fascinated in natural history. Safari to the national Park is a magical journey through the rough country and the wilderness. The Park is rich in grasslands, shrub lands, Salty plains, water bodies and mud flats which supports to the variety of flora and fauna and has been a reason to become as one of the National Parks of India. There are around 95 species of flowering plants, 14 species of mammals and over 150 species of birds and reptiles. At the end of the Tour, back to your Hotel and relax.

Day 5

Bhavnagar – Palitana (Distance Approx 60 Kms)

Group of Temples at Shatrunjaya Hill Checkout from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed further to Palitana, one of the holiest and pilgrimage destination in Jain religion. Palitana is situated in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat and is a gateway to the Shatrunjaya Hill. Upon your arrival in Palitana, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. After freshen-up, proceed for Shatrunjaya hills (Group of Temples) . There is a Temple complex situated on the hill top and has around 863 Jain Temples made up of white marble. To visit the Temple complex one has to climb around 3000 steps but it is worth a visit from architectural point of view there Palitana is visited by many tourists from all over the world. At the end of the Tour, back to your Hotel and relax.

Day 6

Palitana – Gondal (Distance Approx 160 Kms)

Riverside Palace, Orchard Palace, Royal Garages, Naulakha Palace Check-out from the Hotel after an early breakfast and proceed further to Gondal, a place blessed with rich heritage of art and literature. Gondal is also a birthplace of many famous Indian poets, singers and artists. Gondal was also amongst the first eight princely states of Kathiawar Agency during Bombay Presidency. Upon your arrival at Gondal, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. Later proceed for Gondal sightseeing tour to see the popular places such as Riverside Palace, Orchard Palace, Royal Garages and Naulakha Palace. At the end of the Tour, back to your Hotel and relax.

Day 7

Gondal – Rajkot (Distance Approx 50 Kms)

: Karba Gandhi No Delo (Mahatma Gandhi House), Watson Museum, Lal Pari Lake, Aji Dam, Rashtriya Shala, Lang Library Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed further to Rajkot, the former capital city of Saurashtra region in Gujarat state of India. This city is associated with the Mahatma Gandhi (Father of Nation), who lived here for several years. Rajkot has a rich history and had been ruled by many rulers since its foundation. Upon your arrival at Rajkot, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. Later proceed for Rajkot sightseeing Tour to see the popular places such as Karba Gandhi No Delo (Mahatma Gandhi House), Watson Museum, Lal Pari Lake, Aji Dam, Rashtriya Shala and Lang Library. At the end of the Tour, back to your Hotel and relax.

Day 8

Rajkot – Wankaner & Morvi (Excursion Tour)

Ranjit Nilas Palace, Durbargadh Waghaji Palace After breakfast, proceed for an excursion Tour to Wankaner located around 30 Kms from Rajkot. Upon your arrival at Wankaner, visit the splendid Ranjit Nilas Palace which can be seen miles across the plains. The magnificent palace is built in Indo-European Style. Later proceed further to Morvi, transformed into a modern state under the headship of Thakur Sahib Waghaji. On your arrival at Morvi, visit the ancient Darbargadh Waghaji Palace built in a Venetian Gothic Exterior and Indo Saracenic features and is approachable by a suspension bridge. Later visit the New Palace built with Art Deco features. At the end of the Tour, back to your Hotel in Rajkot and relax.

Day 9

Rajkot – Ahmedabad (Distance Approx 220 Kms)

Day is reserved for Travelling Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed further to Ahmedabad. Upon your arrival at Ahmedabad, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. Rest of the Day is free for Leisure, you may choose to relax in the Hotel or explore the surrounding places.

Inclusions
  • Accommodation for 09 Nights on twin / double sharing basis.
  • Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels.
  • Transportation by private air-conditioned car with driver for all arrivals, Departures, sightseeing and inter-city drives as per the itinerary.
  • Services of English speaking guide at the major destinations.
  • Services of Trip India Representative on all arrivals and departures.
  • Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax & parking charge
  • All presently applicable luxury taxes.
Exclusions
  • Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.
  • Items of personal nature like drinks on table, laundry, telephone bills etc.
  • Meals other than mentioned above.
  • Indian visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare / train ticket
  • Still Camera or video charges levied by some monuments.
  • Any other shopping and personal purchase.
  • Medical Requirements on request.
  • Service Tax as per government.
  • Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.

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