CLASSICAL HERITAGE

Ahmedabad /Vadodara /Champaner / Bhavnagar / Gondal /Junagadh

Duration

10 Days - 9 Nights

Tour Type

Heritage Tours

Why go?

Classical Heritage unveils the timeless charm of India’s culturally rich cities like Varanasi, Khajuraho, and Gwalior. Witness the spiritual aura of the sacred Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the mesmerizing evening Ganga Aarti. Admire the intricate sculptures of the UNESCO-listed Khajuraho Group of Monuments. Explore the grandeur of Gwalior Fort, reflecting India’s royal legacy. This journey offers a deep dive into art, spirituality, and architectural brilliance.

Included/Exclude

Package Inclusions

Accommodation in Comfortable & Convenient Hotels
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner as mentioned in the itinerary
Travel by private vehicle as per the itinerary (Please note that AC will be switched off while travelling in hilly terrain, Vehicle not at disposal)
Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary

Package Exclusions

Airfare /Railway Fare Tickets
Entrance fees of all sightseeing places to be visited from inside
Any up gradation in Airline class or hotel room category
All Tips – Guide, Driver & Restaurants
Laundry, telephone charges, shopping, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water, items of personal nature and food or drink which is not part of a set menu
Travel & Medical Insurance
Any services or activity charges other than those included in the above itinerary
Anything specifically not mentioned in the ‘inclusions’ column
GST of 5%

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in the "Heritage City" Ahmedabad

Pickup from Ahmedabad Airport/Station. Visit the Sabarmati Ashram and the Sabarmati Riverfront. Marvel at the light show at the grand Akshardham Temple in Gandhinagar.

Day 2: Ahmedabad Local Sightseeing

Join the Morning Heritage Walk in the old city to see traditional “Pols.” Visit the Jama Masjid and the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque with its famous stone lattice work. Drive to the intricately carved Adalaj Stepwell.

Day 3: Ahmedabad - Vadodara(

Drive to Vadodara110 km | 2 hrs). Explore the Laxmi Vilas Palace, which is four times the size of Buckingham Palace. Visit the Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum and the Baroda Museum & Picture Gallery within the Sayaji Baug gardens.

Day 4: Champaner & Pavagadh Hill Day tour

Explore the Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, a UNESCO site. Visit the Jami Masjid and take a ropeway up to Kalika Mata Temple atop Pavagadh Hill.

Day 5: Vadodara to Bhavnagar

Drive toward Bhavnagar(200 km | 4 hrs). Stop at Lothal, a major port city of the ancient Indus Valley Civilisation. Visit Takhteshwar Temple in Bhavnagar for panoramic views of the city and Gulf of Khambhat.

Day 6: Day tour to Palitana

Drive to Palitana. Climb approximately 3,500+ stone steps (or use a doli/palanquin) to reach the 800+ marble-carved Jain temples on Shatrunjaya Hill. Important: Descent must begin before sunset as overnight stays on the hill are prohibited.

Day 7: Bhavnagar to Gondal

Drive to Gondal. Check in to a heritage property like the Orchard Palace. Afternoon: Visit Naulakha Palace, famous for its stone carvings and balconies, followed by the Royal Vintage Car Collection featuring classic Mercedes and Packards.

Day 8: Ancient History in Junagadh

Drive to Junagadh (1.5 hours). Visit the Mahabat Maqbara, a 19th-century mausoleum featuring striking spiral staircases and Gothic-Islamic architecture. Explore the Uperkot Fort, featuring 2,300-year-old Buddhist caves and the deep Adi Kadi Vav stepwell.

Day 9: Junagadh - Ahmedabad

Visit the Ashoka Rock Edicts, 14 inscriptions by the Emperor dating back to 250 BCE. Afternoon: Begin the long drive back to Ahmedabad (approx. 6.5 hours).

Day 10: Departure

Final shopping for Bandhani or Patola silk at Law Garden before drop-off at the Airport/Station

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