Prospering Gujarat
- 8 Days
- 7 Nights
Prospering Gujarat
- 8 Days
- 7 Nights
Tour includes
Hotel
Meal
Transport
Flight
Sight Seeing
Key Highlights
Enjoy the sightseeing of Lakhota Lake, Lakhota Museum & Bal Hanuman Temple at Jamnagar.
The ancient Dwarkadhish Temple
Beach and nearby Lighthouse in Dwaraka offer views of the Arabian Sea.
Drive to wildlife sanctuary Gir Forest National Park
Visit the Gangeshwar Mahadev, Diu Fort, and Paul's Church, Nagoa Beach and Ghoghla Beach
Visit Gandhi Ashram, Sabarmati Riverfront, Kankaria Lake, Adalaj Step-well Bai Hariri Vav, Hathee Singh Jain Temple
About this tour
Departures:
Destination:
Tour Plan
Destination
Itinerary
Day 1
To Jamnagar – Dwarka (135 Kms / 2-3 Hrs)
Welcome on arrival at Jamnagar Airport, you will be greeted by our representative. After warm greetings proceed to Dwarka, Enroute enjoy the sightseeing of Lakhota Lake, Lakhota Museum & Bal Hanuman Temple at Jamnagar.
Dwaraka:
Dwarka is an ancient city in the northwestern Indian state of Gujarat. It’s known as a Hindu pilgrimage site. The ancient Dwarkadhish Temple has an elaborately tiered main shrine, a carved entrance, and a black marble idol of Lord Krishna. Dwarka Beach and nearby Dwarka Lighthouse offer views of the Arabian Sea. Southeast, Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary protects migratory birds and endangered species like the Indian wolf. Continue your road journey to Dwarka. Upon arrival at Dwarka check into your pre-booked hotel and take a rest. In the evening attend the Aarti at Nageshwar Jyotirling. Nageshwar Jyotirlinga is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga. The shrine is also mentioned in the Shiva Purana. Nageshwar Jyotirlinga is in ‘Darukavana’, which is an ancient name of a forest in India. After darshan returned to the Hotel for the night stay. Overnight stay at Dwarka.
Lunch & Dinner. Overnight hotel Lemon Tree Priemier or similar.
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
Hotel Lemon Tree Priemier or similar.
Day 2
Dwarka To Bet Dwarka
Today, proceed to visit the sacred town of Dwarka. Visit Dwarkadheesh Temple. Take a holy dip in the Gomti river, later leave to visit Nageshwar Jyotirling, Gopi Talav, and Bet Dwarka, and on the way back visit Rukmani Temple, evening visit other temples in coastal areas. In the evening attend the Aarti at Dwarkadhish Temple & blessings of Lord Krishna. Later return to the hotel followed by an overnight stay at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Lunch & Dinner. Overnight hotel.
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
Hotel Lemon Tree Priemier or similar.
Day 3
Dwarka – Porbandar – Somnath (240 Kms/4 -5 Hrs)
After breakfast check out from the hotel & start your road journey to Somnath. En route, visit the Sudama Temple and the Kirti Mandir in Porbandar. On arriving at Somnath, check in at the hotel. Later, you will proceed to visit the Somnath Jyotirlinga, Geeta Mandir, Bhalka Tirth, and Triveni Sangam. Somnath is a magnificent temple situated in Sagar Kant of Saurashtra in Gujarat state. One of the 12 holy Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva is in Jyotirlinga here in Somnath. Somnath is also mentioned in Rigveda.
Breakfast at the hotel. Lunch & Dinner. overnight stay at the hotel The Fern Residency or similar.
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
Hotel The Fern Residency or similar.
Day 4
Somnath - Sasan Gir - (156 Kms / 4 Hrs)- Diu (2 Hrs.)
After breakfast check out from the hotel & drive straight to Sasan Gir.
Gir Forest National Park is a wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat, western India. It was established to protect Asiatic lions, who frequent the fenced-off Devalia Safari Park, along with leopards and antelopes. Gir Jungle Trail, outside the fenced area, traverses’ deciduous forest and is home to wildlife including vultures and pythons. The Kamleshwar Dam has marsh crocodiles and birds, such as Indian skimmers and pelicans. After Africa, Sasan Gir National Park in Gujarat is the only place in the world where you can spot lions roaming free in the wild. On arrival at the National Park enjoy the Jeep Safari. After Jeep Safari we proceed to Diu. Upon arrival at Diu check in to your pre-booked Hotel.
NOTE:
Gir National Park is closed between mid-June to mid-October. Devalia Safari Park can be visited during this period. The price does not include a Safari permit/vehicle at Gir National Park. Jeep Safari Permit can be arranged at an additional cost based on availability (Vehicle and guide cost to be paid directly at Gir reception upon vehicle allotment).
Breakfast at the hotel. Lunch & Dinner. Overnight stay at the Hotel Grand Highness or similar.
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
Hotel Grand Highness or similar.
Day 5
Diu Sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed on a sightseeing tour of Diu:
Diu is a coastal town at the eastern end of Diu Island, India. A bridge connects the island to the state of Gujarat. Overlooking the Arabian Sea, Diu Fort, a 16th-century Portuguese citadel, features a lighthouse and cannons. Inland, centuries-old St. Paul’s Church was built in an elaborate baroque style. Nearby, whitewashed St. Thomas Church is now home to the Diu Museum, with wooden carvings and religious artifacts. Visit the Gangeshwar Mahadev, Diu Fort, and Paul’s Church. Post sightseeing, unwind, and relax at the Nagoa Beach. You can also see the Ghoghla Beach. Do not miss the Naida Caves which feature the unique rock formations. Evening visit to explore the Beach side area. Later return to the hotel followed by an overnight stay at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Lunch & Dinner. Overnight stay at a hotel in Diu.
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
Hotel in Diu or similar.
Day 6
Diu < Ahmedabad (8 Hrs.)
After breakfast check from the Hotel & transfer to Ahmedabad, Upon arrival transfer to the hotel for rest., Ahmedabad, in western India, is the largest city in the state of Gujarat. The Sabarmati River runs through its center. On the western bank is the Gandhi Ashram at Sabarmati, which displays the spiritual leader’s living quarters and artifacts. Across the river, the Calico Museum of Textiles, once a cloth merchant’s mansion, has a significant collection of antique and modern fabrics and is known as the textile hub of India.
You will find a wide variety of clothing items reflecting the culture and tradition of this beautiful place. Shopping is the best in Ahmedabad. (if the group is of lesser nos, we will have to fly you to Ahmedabad, the air ticket fare will be extra payable by passengers)
Breakfast at the hotel. Lunch & dinner. Overnight hotel in Ahmedabad Regenta Central Antarim or similar
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
Hotel Regenta Central Antarim or similar.
Day 7
Ahmedabad Sightseeing
The morning after breakfast sightseeing in Ahmedabad. On your tour Visit Gandhi Ashram, Sabarmati Riverfront, Kankaria Lake, Adalaj Step-well Bai Hariri Vav, Hathee Singh Jain Temple Ahmedabad One Mall, Time permitting you also visit ISKCON Temple, Hare Krishna Mandir, etc.,
Breakfast at the hotel. Lunch & Dinner. Overnight hotel in Ahmedabad
BreakFast Lunch Dinner
Hotel Regenta Central Antarim or similar.
Day 8
Ahmedabad. Free & Easy.. Time For Shopping.
Today after breakfast, time is free for shopping till your time for your return flight back home.
The tour concludes with everlasting memories of the Gujarat Tour.
Breakfast at the hotel. Rest of the meals on your own.
Places You’ll See
Lakhota Lake
Gir Forest
Somnath temple
- Assistance on Arrival at the Airport / Railway Station.
- Welcome drinks on arrival in the hotels.
- 4* / 3* hotel Accommodation in well-furnished rooms on twin twin-share basis.
- Daily Breakfast at the hotel, Lunch & dinner.
- Use of recreational activities available in the hotels.
- All sightseeing & transfers by Coach
- Co-operative driver with local knowledge.
- Transport charges inclusive of Fuel charges, Driver Allowance, Night Halt, Road taxes and Parking.
- The above costs are based on 35 People Travelling together.
- Air tickets as per your choice from your home town and back
- All personal expenses such as Tips, Phone, Laundry, Porterage (Coolie charges)
- Cost of Insurance
- Food and drink not forming part of group Menus or Ala carte
- Cost of Airport / Railway station transfers of tour participants travelling by Air/Rail tickets not arranged by GnS if not as per theticket purchased for the whole group.
- Any Increase in the fuel surcharge or any kind of taxes levied by the respective Government or statutory bodies.
- Optional water sports and other activities
- Extra stay pre/post tour.
- 5% GST
- Camera charges.
- Donations at temples.
- Extended stay or traveling due to any reason.
- Any other item not specified in ‘Tour cost includes.
- Gir Permit / Jeep Safari cost on your own
- Any extra expenses incurred for changing the route due to any unforeseen circumstances, force majeure instances, pandemic, natural calamities, political disturbances, flight or train delays, strikes, etc.
- Extra cost incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization, or any Individual unforeseen cost incurring incidence.
- Any add-on sightseeing/ sightseeing done twice /activities along with transfers if done other than mentioned in the tour itinerary.
- Anything not specifically mentioned in ‘Your Tour Cost Inclusion Column’
- Guide and camera fee in addition to group services
PAYMENT POLICY:
50% at the time of Reservation.
50% 30 days before departure
CANCELLATION POLICY:
In the event of cancellation of tour/travel services due to any avoidable/unavoidable reason/s, we must be notified of the same in writing. Cancellation charges will be effective from the date we receive advice in writing, and cancellation charges will be as follows:
- Air ticket cost is nonrefundable and/or as per airline policy
- The land cost 30 days before arrival: 20% of the Tour cost
- 30 to 15 days before arrival: 50% of the Tour cost
- Less than 15 days before arrival: 100% of the Tour cost.
- For the Xmas and new year period from 20 Dec to 05 Jan, the payment is non-refundable.
- If the no. of passengers is below 25 persons, there will be no lunch on the tour,
- If the group is less than 15 persons, there will be no lunch and dinner and the tour escort, or it will be postponed to the next departure or the difference will be payable by the passenger
NOTE:
Rates are valid for Indian citizens only. The rate is calculated in such a way that 30 people are traveling in one vehicle and if the number of people decreases, the rates also will be different. Single passengers traveling on the road trip have to share a room either on a twin or triple-sharing basis with others depending on the booking. If we do not have another single passenger to share the room single supplementcharge will be chargeable. Any gradation of room category will be extra. Tour tariff is based on departure from Cochin unless specifically mentioned. Tourists also can board from places other than Cochin for their interest, then the rates also will be different. Any private transfers taken to move from one place to another in different vehicles and any add-on sightseeing/ sightseeing done twice/activities along with transfers other than mentioned in the tour itinerary will also be extra. Standard Check in hotels are 1400 hrs. and check-out timings are 1200 hrs., which may vary as per local rules. GnS Leisure Travels reserves the right to postpone or cancel any of the tours advertised, without assigning any reason. In this case, the amount paid by the passengers will be refunded in full and no compensation claim will be entertained. Due to certain unavoidable circumstances, the company reserves the right to change/modify/vary and alter the tour itinerary. In such changes, compensations or claims for a refund by the passengers will not be entertained by the company for limitation and also for the nonavailability of certain services with entry tickets, restaurants, sightseeing, etc. even though it is included in the tour itinerary. Unused services for transfers, tours & hotel accommodation are not refundable under any circumstances. The tariff of the tour is calculated as per the prevailing rates at the time of quoting it and the Company reserves the right to change the tariff in special event / modification / alteration / change / variation in the said rates before the date of departure. The company takes care to select hotels and book the same on behalf of tourists at convenient locations subject to availability. In case of non-availability of rooms in the same hotel, the company has the right to split the accommodation in different hotels. Air conditioning, central heating, and other facilities are provided by the hotels depending upon various factors including weather / climatic conditions, local systems, tour type, etc. As a Travel House / Tour Operator, the company does not have any control over hotels, transport, or any other facilities, provided by third parties and the company is not responsible for the delays or deficiencies in the services provided by outside agencies. Also please note that the company does not have any control over schedules of opening and closing timings of the tourist attractions. Any damage caused to the hotel rooms or vehicle during your travel shall be payable by the passengers and GnS will not be held responsible for the same. The Company shall not accept any liability or responsibility for changing the route due to any unforeseen circumstances, strikes, forced majeure instances, natural calamities, political disturbances, roadblocks, containment zones due to the COVID-19 pandemic, for any damages, loss, delay, breakdown or irregularity that may occur in carrying out the road trip. Management reserves the right to claim extra costs incurred due to illness, accident, injury, death, hospitalization or any Individual unforeseen expenses like quarantine expenses and any other cause, whatsoever, and all such losses or expenses must be borne by the passengers. Any amendments, or cancellations after reconfirmation will be subject to cancellation /amendment charges as per the hotels and other service providers’ terms and conditions. In the event of a dispute or indifference between the parties, the exclusive jurisdiction shall vest in the competent court / forum / tribunal in Ernakulam only. Anything not specifically mentioned in the ‘Tour Includes’ Column will be applicable.
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