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Gujarat Desert Beach Tour Package
Tour Overview
Gujarat is a land of contrasts. The South of Gujarat is verdant green whereas the North is dry and desert. The interiors are landlocked sweltering in the summer heat while the long coastline is cool. The people are Hardworking yet enjoy life to the fullest. This is perhaps the only place in India where you will find seas of sands meeting the seas of water. Enjoy these contrasts on NamasteIndiaTrip 5 days 4 nights Desert Beach Tour of Gujarat.
Trip Highlights
- Welcome to the princely state of Saurashtra Wankaner
- Visit the Ranjit Vilas Palace
- Go for a sightseeing of the Ceramic capital Wankaner
- Visit the Shah Bawa Dargah Sharif
- Breakfast favourites from Saurashtra include Ganthiya - Khaman - Dhokla and Bajra Roti, enjoy it and move forward to Mandvi
- Mandvi sightseeing
- Bhuj city tour
- Visit to Rann of Kutch
- Desert safaris in the late evenings, when the desert comes alive with wildlife such as desert wild ass, foxes, blackbucks, wolves, and jackals.
Tour at a Glance
Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Start / End
Ahmedabad / Rann of Kutch
Tour Style
Private / Customisable
Stay
Selected hotel category
Meals
As per confirmed plan
Tour Type
Sightseeing Tour
Transport
Private vehicle
Route
Ahmedabad → Wankaner → Bhuj → Mandvi → Rann of Kutch
Best Season
Nov-Feb Peak Mar-Apr Good May-Oct Off Season
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Trip Support
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Brief Tour Program
| Day | Tour Program | Distance / Time | Major Highlight / Sightseeing | Meals | Overnight |
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| 01 | Ahmedabad to Wankaner | Approx. 225 km / 4.3 hrs | Ahmedabad, Wankaner, Wankaner royal heritage | Dinner | Wankaner |
| 02 | Wankaner to Bhuj | Approx. 190 km / 3.7 hrs | Wankaner, Bhuj, Wankaner royal heritage | Breakfast & Dinner | Bhuj |
| 03 | Mandvi Beach Excursion | Local / 4–8 hrs | Mandvi, Bhuj culture and crafts, Mandvi Beach and palace | Breakfast & Dinner | Mandvi |
| 04 | White Rann Tour | Local transfer | Bhuj culture and crafts, Mandvi Beach and palace, White Rann landscapes | Breakfast & Dinner | Rann of Kutch |
| 05 | Bhuj Departure | Departure transfer | Bhuj, Bhuj culture and crafts, Mandvi Beach and palace | Breakfast | Tour Ends |
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Ahmedabad – Wankaner
Top Attractions Ranjit Vilas Palace, Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad – Wankaner
Top Attractions Ranjit Vilas Palace, Ahmedabad
Arrive in Ahmedabad to a warm welcome by our Namaste India Trip tour guide who escorts you to the waiting air-conditioned coach that will take you to Wankaner, a princely town in Saurashtra. Four later you are there and check into a nice hotel. Rest during the afternoon and when the Sun is low over the horizon you set out to the Ranjit Vilas Palace, the one-time official residence of the erstwhile Maharaja of Wankaner. Today Wankaner is better known for its ceramics industry, which, however, we will give the go by. Then we go on to another famous place, the Shah Bawa Dargah Sharif where you can make a wish and hope it comes true. Stay overnight in your room. Venture out at night to walk the main street and explore the bazaar and food stalls.
Day 2
Wankaner – Mandvi
Top Attractions Vijay Vilas Palace, Wankaner
Wankaner – Mandvi
Top Attractions Vijay Vilas Palace, Wankaner
Breakfast on Saurashtra fare of Ganthiya – khaman – dhokla or Bajra roti and board the coach for the 4-hour drive to Mandvi, a port and a beach resort. Mandvi was also a royal city as you can see in the Vijay Vilas Palace that typifies glorious Rajput style architecture. Mandvi also has its share of Muslim architecture represented by the Mazar-e-Noorani. Then you can go on to the beach and frolic with the waves or just lie down and let the breeze lull you into somnolence as you watch the Sun dip into the Ocean.
Breakfast
Day 3
Mandvi – Bhuj
Top Attractions Mandvi, Bhuj
Mandvi – Bhuj
Top Attractions Mandvi, Bhuj
Have a hearty breakfast of traditional Kathiawari snacks or “Dabeli” a sort of burger and board the coach for the drive to Bhuj. Bhuj is known for its Aina Mahal and Prag Mahal, legacies of the royal families that ruled here. A brief visit to Swaminarayan temple and the Cenotaphs completes the Bhuj circuit. Explore the town where street hawkers sell a variety of interesting stuff including ceremonial swords you can buy as souvenirs.
Breakfast
Day 4
Bhuj – Rann of Kutch
Top Attractions Bhuj, Rann of Kutch
Bhuj – Rann of Kutch
Top Attractions Bhuj, Rann of Kutch
Wake up early, breakfast and set out to explore the Rann of Kutch. Early morning and late evenings are best since the desert comes alive with wildlife like the desert wild ass, foxes, blackbucks, wolves and jackals. Return to Bhuj for the overnight stay.
Breakfast
Day 5
Bhuj – Ahmedabad
Top Attractions Bhuj, Ahmedabad
Bhuj – Ahmedabad
Top Attractions Bhuj, Ahmedabad
Breakfast over you board the coach for the return trip to Ahmedabad where the tour ends. The tour guide assists you with onward departure formalities.
Gujarat has quite a lot to offer when it comes to contrasting places and experiences. Plan a tour during Navratri or on January 14th with NamasteIndiaTrip to know how exciting these times can be.
Breakfast
Tour Ends
Inclusions & Exclusions
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Pick-up & Drop-off Assistance Seamless transportation to and from your designated location.
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Transport AC vehicle for the entire route with comfortable options like Sedan, SUV, Van, or Traveller.
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Sightseeing All tourist spots mentioned in the itinerary.
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Transfers Airport, railway station, or bus stand pick-up & drop.
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Driver Experienced and knowledgeable about all routes and destinations.
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Taxes & Allowances Toll taxes, parking, permits, and driver allowance included.
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Accommodation Night stay in your choice of 2-star, 3-star, 4-star, or 5-star hotels.
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Meals Veg breakfast at the hotel.
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Water Bottles Packaged drinking water on board (1 bottle).
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Guided Tours Knowledgeable English-speaking guides in Agra & Jaipur.
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Airfare / Train Fare Domestic and international travel not included.
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VISA Fees Not included.
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Entry Tickets Monuments, museums, darshan, pooja, or activity charges.
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Insurance Medical and travel insurance not included.
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Meals & Drinks Anything beyond the included breakfast.
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Camera Fees Charges for still/video cameras at tourist attractions.
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Others Not Mentioned Anything not listed under inclusions.
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Special Ride Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi.
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GST 5% GST applicable on the total billing amount.
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Local Transport Charges Costs for tuk-tuk, auto, rickshaw, cable car, porter, etc. (Our vehicle operates only up to permitted parking/designated points; guests cover beyond that.).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Gujarati Sweet Is Well-Known?
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Ghari is a Gujarati sweet dish from Surat, Gujarat, India. Ghari is made from Puri batter, milk'mawa,' ghee, and sugar, and is shaped into round shapes with sweet filling to be eaten during the Chandani Padva festival. It is also available in a variety of flavours and varieties, including pistachio, almond-elachi, and mawa.
Why Is Gujarat Known As The "Jewel Of The West"?
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Travelers with time to explore will be rewarded with one-of-a-kind spaces and unique creative projects after learning that Gujarat has the highest number of cultural venues in India, earning it the moniker "Jewel of the West."
What Is Another Name For Gujarat?
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Gujarat is sometimes called the "Jewel of Western India". The majority of which is located on the Kathiawar peninsula, with a population of more than 60 million people.
Why Is Gujarat Known As The "Land Of Legends"?
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Gujarat has been the cradle of human evolution, from the Indus Valley civilization to the proposed flying bullet trains. It has also been the epicentre of trade, from one of the world's oldest ports, Lothal, to the current trade centres of Ahmedabad and Surat.
Which Gujarati City Is Known As Kashmir?
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Polo Forest is actually Gujarat's Kashmir, complete with Aravali hills, water bodies, and a lovely forest containing all of the great historical monuments dating from the 10th to the 15th centuries. It still has a lot to learn.
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