Gujarat
Gujarat
06 Nights / 07 Days Package cost : On requestGujarat is well known for its rich history with culture, tradition and heritage. Blend with modernity with a change in time frame, Gujarat has the influence of Hindu, Islamic and European culture. Located strategically, the progressing State to scale the charts in the global map, has a tourist inflow from all over the world. It has become Tourists’ Paradise and is emerging the most sort for a destination.
Ahmedabad is a great tourist attraction destination, as there are a number of interesting places to see in and around the city. Some of the features that perfectly describe the Ahmedabad city are splendid monuments, wonderful museums and gorgeous lakes. There is an abundance of sightseeing places in Ahmedabad that are truly worth a visit. Adalaj is one of the most excellent step wells or basis of Gujarat. It serves as a fabulous retreat during the months of scorching heat.
The lothal city is of great interest, especially, to the archaeologists, as this city was established near about 4500 years ago and was well connected with the Indus Valley cities of Mohenjodaro and Harappa. For bird watchers, Nalsarovar is a paradise. The best time to visit is from November to February. Nalsarovar houses large varieties of indigenous and migratory birds. Patan is worth visiting, owing to the fact that it is the leading center of manufacturing of the intricately designed Patola silk saris. It is also the ancient capital city of Ahmedabad. Thus, the place is usually well liked by the historians, who are always in the quest to explore more and more facts about the past.
Sasan Gir is a charming village situated near the Gir National Park.
Gir is a National Park and a Wildlife sanctuary and the only one in Asia having Asiatic lions (Asiatic lions as compared to ones in Africa are smaller in size).
Wildlife enthusiasts from all over India and world visit Gir for the purpose of sighting Asiatic Lion. Gir is also a bird watching destination and guests looking to sight Alligators/crocodiles and Leopards.Savanna (Grassland) kind of landscape ensures that the sightings are good even from a distance.
Other mammals that could be seen during game-watching drives are sambar (India’s largest deer), spotted deer, the world's only four-horned antelope, blue bull, Indian gazelle, wild boar, langur, jackal, jungle cat, rusty-spotted cat, striped hyena and a black-naped hare.For Birders, Oct-March is the best time to visit for Migratory birds such as Paradise Flycatcher, Grey Drongo, Grey & Painted Francolin, Painted Sandgrouse, Bush Quail, Crested Hawk Eagle, Crested Serpent Eagle, Bonelli's Eagle, Shikra Hawk, Sirkeer Cuckoo and White-necked Stork.
Day 1:Ahmedabad-Dasada(110 KMS)
After breakfast drive to Dasada, and proceed for full day jeep safari into the Little Rann Of Kutch. The Little Rann of Kutch: The highlight of this sanctuary is the Asiatic Wild Ass or 'Gudkhur' that is endemic to the region and is one of the most endangered species in the world. Other mammals that could be seen are Nilgai, black buck antelope, Chinkaragazelle, Indian wolf, Indian desert foxes, jackals and lesser cats. Also is a paradise for bird watchers. The key dry land birds are McQueen’s houbara bustard, chestnut bellied and spotted sand grouse, Indian coursed, 13 species of larks and sparrow larks, 5 of quails (including buttonquails), thick-knee, desert warbler, desert and variable wheatear, Aquila eagles, short toed snake eagle, six species of falcon and three harriers. Five species of vulture have been recorded. Apart from all these you can hope to see greater and lesser flamingo, three species of pelican, spoonbill, demoiselle and common cranes, and a number of ducks in flocks of several thousand during winters.
Overnight at hotel
Day 2: Dasada
Enjoy morning and evening safari in the Little Rann Of Kutch. Rest of the day free. Overnight at hotel
Overnight at hotel
Day 3: Dasada- Sasangir(340 KMS)
After breakfast drive to SasanGir. Arrivals at SasanGir check in at Hotel. GIR - Is the only place in the world outside Africa, where the lion can be seen in his natural habitat. Gir's bio-diversity rivals any National Park in India. The forest harbours a variety of smaller animals and birds. Other predators are Panther and the Hyena. The Indian Deer, Sambar, Spotted deer, Blue bull, Chinkara and the Chowsingha (four horned antelope) are found here, along with the bear and the long tailed langur. NOTE: SasanGir Sanctuary remains closed from 15th June to 15th Oct. every year.
Overnight at hotel
Day 4: Sasangir
Enjoy Safari at Gir national park in the morning and afternoon.
Overnight at hotel
Day 5: Sasangir- Velavadar(260 KMS)
After early breakfast drive to Bhavnagar. On arrival, check in at hotel and later in the afternoon drive to Velavadar Black Buck Sanctuary.Velavadar National Park: The best national park for black buck viewing in India is the 36sq km, which comprises a tapestry of grasslands and scrubby plains reminiscent of the African Savanah. The national park also provides suitable habitat for the endangered Indian wolf, the jackal, the Indian fox, the jungle cat, blue bull antelope and hare to proliferate successfully and attracts a large number of birds.
NOTE: Sanctuary remains closed from 15th June till 15th Oct. every year.
Overnight at hotel
Day 6: Velavadar
Today enjoy morning and evening safari at Velavadar National Park.
Overnight at hotel
Day 7: Velavadar –Lothal-Ahmedabad (200 KMS)
Today we will drive to Ahmedabad 187 km enroute visiting Lothal. Lothal: A perfect place to get an insight of the Indus Valley civilization. The most dominating site at Lothal is the massive dockyard spanning an area of 37 meters by 22 meters perhaps the greatest work of Maritime Architecture. Lothal was also famous for its arterial streets, microbes of gold, ivory and coppersmiths' workshops, potteries and underground sanitary drainage. It is located at a distance of 78 kms from Ahmedabad. (Closed on Fridays).Drive to Airport to board flight for your next destination.
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- Nights accommodation basis at the hotel mentioned above or similar category of alternate hotels.
- Meal Plan – Daily buffet breakfast at all the hotels.
- Representative for assistance on arrival and departure transfers.
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