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deal for first-timers and repeat travelers alike, Gujarat is a dazzlingly anddiverse Indian state too often overshadowed by Rajasthan, its better knownneighbor. Discover its rich cultural and historic legacy of princely palaces, Rajput
forts, temples and major archaeological sites showcasing unique blends of Hindu,10 Days / 9 NightsJain and Islamic influences. Retrace the humble steps of Mahatma Ghandi, fatherDaily Departuresof Modern India. Explore vibrant markets and browse for traditional tie-and-die
fabrics, gold and silver jewelry; visit the excellent Calico Museum – one of the
world’s best textile museums. Learn about the unique customs of ancient nomadicTour Includes:tribes and immerse in the stark, timeless beauty of Sasangir National Park where
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the elusive, almost extinct Asian Lion has found ideal refuge. A journey through
“best available” in the area.)
Gujarat is also acquainting yourself with a complex, layered cuisine influenced
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by centuries of overseas trades and foreign invasions, and meeting with its
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charming, smart, highly successful modern inhabitants.
Private Car with Private English-Speaking Guide
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Day 1: Arrive AhmedabadDay 3: Ahmedabad / Modhera /
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Arrive in Ahmedabad, a wealthy city
Patan / Ahmedabad
that blends ancient heritage with a
Full day excursion to Modhera and
(B) Breakfast
(L) Lunch
(D) Dinner
vibrant present; meeting, assistance
Patan. Stop at Modhera’s 11th Century
and transfer to your hotel. Balance
Sun Temple complex, the Solanki
of the day at leisure.
dynasty's highest architectural
Accommodations:
achievement. Twice a year, during
Day 2: Ahmedabad
the equinox, the rays of the rising
City
Nights
Hotel
Full day tour includes Sabarmati
sun illuminate Surya (Sun God) in
Ahmedabad
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Taj Residency
Ashram (also Satyagrah Ashram),
his innermost sanctum (temple
Bhavnagar
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Nilambagh Palace
home to Mahatma Gandhi until
accessible only during the equinox).
Gondal
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Riverside Palace
1930 and instrumental in India's
Continue to Patan, Gujarat’s old
Independence struggle. Continue to
capital. Explore the ruins of this
Sasangir
2
Lion Safari Camp
the Calico Museum with its textile
former prosperous fortified town
Rajkot
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Silver Palace
collection, known as the world’s
including Hindu and Jain temples,
best, and Bhadra Fort. Stop at Teen
forts and step wells. Evening return
Darwaza, one of the city’s most
to Ahmedabad. (B)
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imposing gateways. In the afternoon,
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visit the intricate Hathee Singh, a
Day 4: Ahmedabad / Bhavnagar
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Jain temple, and the massive
Morning drive to Gujarat’s cultural
Akshardham Temple which honors
capital, Bhavnagar, where artists
the Swaminarayan Hindu sect. (B)
and literary figures have contributed
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