Location
Dessa, RJ
Duration
7 Days
Max People
40
Per Person
₹1,000
This itinerary blends cultural heritage sites in Gujarat with the scenic beauty and spiritual landmarks of Rajasthan's Mount Abu and Udaipur.
• Arrive at Ahmedabad Airport/Railway Station and transfer to your hotel. • Afternoon Sightseeing: Visit the revered Sabarmati Ashram, the architectural marvel of Adalaj Stepwell, and the grand Akshardham Temple in Gandhinagar. • Evening: Post-lunch, visit Kankaria Lake. Explore the Handloom and Handicraft Market at Law Garden. Time permitting, an authentic Gujarati dining experience at Vishala, complete with the Utensils Museum, is recommended. • Overnight stay in Ahmedabad.
• Morning: Commence an early Heritage Walk of the walled city, beginning at the Kalupur Swaminarayan Temple. • Return to the hotel for breakfast. Check out and proceed to Patan. • Visit Rani ki Vav (a magnificent 11th-century stepwell) and the 11th-century Sun Temple at Modhera, an architectural masterpiece. • Early evening, check into your resort near Dasada or Bajana (gateway to Little Rann of Kutch). • Overnight stay at the resort.
• Morning Excursion: An early start for a jeep safari into the Wild Ass Sanctuary at the Little Rann of Kutch. • En Route: Stop to observe various species of migratory birds at Nal Sarovar. • Return to the resort. Post-lunch, depart for Mount Abu. • En Route Visit: Stop at Ambaji Temple, one of the principal Shakti Pithas. Enjoy the Cable Ride at Gabbar Hill. • Arrive at Mt. Abu in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel.
• After breakfast on both days, proceed for sightseeing in Mount Abu: o Visit the breathtaking Dilwara Temples, celebrated for their intricate marble carvings and fine examples of Jain architecture. o Explore Nakki Lake and the unique rock formations surrounding it, including Toad Rock. o Visit Achalgarh Fort, which houses the famous Achaleshwar Temple and offers superb regional views. • Overnight stay at the hotel for both nights.
• After breakfast, check out and proceed to Udaipur (approx. $185 \text{ km}$), driving through the beautiful valleys of the Aravalli Ranges. • Udaipur, known as the "Venice of the East," is famous for its lakes, palaces, and gardens. • Evening Highlight: Enjoy a relaxing boat ride on Lake Pichola. • Overnight stay in Udaipur.
• After breakfast, proceed for local sightseeing: o Tour the historic City Palace (built in 1725). o Visit the Jagdish Temple (built in 1651). o Explore Saheliyon ki Bari (Garden of the Maidens). o Visit the Bhartiya Lok Kala Museum. o Excursion to the nearby Eklingji and Nagda Temples. • Later, transfer to the Udaipur Railway Station/Airport for your departure.