Gujarat Adventure
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- Immerse yourself in the interchanging chaos and tranquillity of India’s cosmopolitan cities and traditional towns
- Get up close to nature on safari in Sasan Gir Wildlife Sanctuary and Wild Ass Sanctuary, then camp under the stars near the village of Bajana
- Stay in the charming walled city of Bhuj and meetlocal communities on a day trip to the Banni Grasslands
- Explore the incredible City Palace of Udaipur – just one of many drawcards in India's most romantic town
- Get a real taste of India by riding the rails like a local on an overnight train trip to Delhi
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Welcome to Ahmedabad, the major city of Gujarat. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6pm. Please look for a note in the hotel lobby or ask the hotel reception where it will take place. If you arrive early, perhaps take the option of an Urban Adventure – yo...
After breakfast you will visit the famous Sabarmati Ashram, set up by Gandhi in 1915 during the Indian independence movement. Enjoy the view from the Bhadra Fort and Teen Darwaja (Triple Gateway) and learn about the Jain way of life at the Hathi Singh Temple. Admire t...
Depart early for your journey to to Sasan Gir (approximately 6–7 hours). It's a long but often pleasant journey, with scenery of green fields and quaint villages along the way.
Head into the Sasan Gir Wildlife Sanctuary for a guided jeep safari today. This diverse wildlife area is home to Asia's largest population of wild lions, as well as other big cats, sambar deer, nilgai antelope and crocodiles. A lion sighting, with some luck, is sure t...
Continue to Dwarka (approximately 5–6 hours). This town is located at the far western tip of the Kathiawar peninsula. Visit the Dwarkadhish Temple, one of the holiest Hindu pilgrimage sights in the country. Then you'll explore the inside of a working lighthouse and meeting its keeper.
Take a last look around Dwarka in the early morning, then make the drive to Jamnagar (approximately 3–4 hours). Jamnagar is famous for its colourful tie-dyed cloth, produced using a process dating back over 500 years. The city’s bazaars are a great place to pick up so...
En route to Bhuj (approximately 5.5 hours in total), stop by the old walled citadel of Darbargadh which is still being restored after an earthquake in 2001. Peek into the former royal residences of the 17th and 19th centuries, the highlight being the Aina Mahal (Old P...
In the morning, visit the Kutch Museum to inspect ancient tribal artefacts and the world’s largest collection of Kshatrapa inscriptions. You’ll have the rest of the day to do as you please. Perhaps revisit the past at the Kutch Fossil Park or brave huge crowds for a peek at the Shree Swaminarayan Temple in the heart of Bhuj.
Enjoy a day of free time in Bhuj. Perhaps visit Prag Mahal which, though damaged by the 2001 earthquake, is an interesting place to explore. Here you can check out the eerie Durbar Hall and its broken chandeliers and old statues. Alternatively, visit the Folk Art Muse...
Journey into the desert landscape of Little Rann (approximately 6 hours). This is where the world's last remaining population of wild donkeys is. Travel by jeep safari into the Wild Ass Sanctuary to observe them in their natural habitat, and keep an eye out for gazell...
Settle in for the long drive to to Udaipur (approximately 7 hours). On arrival, take an orientation walk. Your time is then free to explore this stunning city as you please. Located by Lake Pichola, the town is lauded as one of the most romantic spots in India, with palaces, colourful bazaars, narrow alleys and beautiful gardens to discover.
With a free day, you might like to take up one of the many optional activities on offer. Take a boat ride out across Lake Pichola (depending on the season and the water level), a great way to see the marvellous island palaces off Jag Nivas and Jag Mandir. In the eveni...
Spend another free day in gorgeous Udaipur. Stroll around town, or perhaps venture further afield and check ot Jagmandir Island. Here you'll see some impressive stone elephants and an grandiose 17th-century tower. Alternatively, Sajjan Garh Wildlife Sanctuary makes a ...
Arrive in Delhi nice and early. Day rooms are available until midday, so you can freshen up and take a shower. Farewell your new friends as your trip comes to an end. Outgoing flights are best booked for after 1 pm. If you're staying on, dont forget to check out one of the excellent Urban Adventures on offer in Delhi
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