Kutch with Gir Dwarka Somnath Tour

Upon arriving at Ahmedabad Airport, you will be met and greeted by a Greenlimon Holidays representative. After arrival, check in to the hotel (standard check-in time is 2:00 PM). Later, proceed for Ahmedabad local sightseeing.

Visit
Hatheesing Jain Temple, dedicated to Dharamnath and known for its beautiful marble carvings.

Sabarmati Ashram, Mahatma Gandhi’s former residence, open from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM.

Adalaj Stepwell, a five-story architectural marvel built by Queen Rudabai.

In the evening, visit Akshardham Temple, dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan, and enjoy the 45-minute Sat-Chit-Anand show.Timing : 10:00 am- : 7:30 pm. CLOSED: EVERY MONDAY

Dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel

After breakfast 7:00 am   drive to visit Dholavira: The Lost City of the Harappan Civilization. Arrive in Dholavira by afternoon visit the Dholavira Archaeological Site – explore the remains of the ancient city including: The Citadel and Bailey, Advanced drainage and water storage system, The ancient signboard – world’s earliest known script on large stone panels, The ancient signboard – world’s earliest known script on large stone panels The beautifully designed reservoirs and wells.

Later visit Fossil Park. Museum is closed on Friday and Public Holidays.

Later drive to Dhordo via called Road to heaven.“Experience a heavenly drive on the Dholavira Highway, famously known as “The Road to the Heaven”. Behold the captivating #Rann Of Kutch Lake, shimmering on both sides, offering picturesque views of crystal-clear waters, gleaming salt beds, and boundless blue skies.

Continue drive to Dhordo and transfer to hotel.

07:30 PM to 10:00 PM    Enjoy a scrumptious dinner at the respective dining area
09:00 PM to 10:30 PM    Enjoy the culture of Kutch along with entertaining activities at the cultural activity area

Stay overnight in Dhordo.

Today after breakfast drive to visit various villages such as Hodka, Ludiya, and Dhordo to meet the diverse communities including Jat, Harijan, Meghwal, and Mutva. Banni means “a cluster of villages.”

In the Banni area of Kutch, the Meghwal-Harijans, who migrated from Rajasthan, use Khambira, Kharek, and Kudi stitches in their embroidery. They create wall hangings, waistcoats, and pouches with Kharek stitch and make ‘Moti Bharat’ or beadwork on handheld fans, bracelets, toys, and belts.

Drive to Gandhi Nu Gam to see more beautiful mud houses (Bhungas).

Later visit Kala Dungar (Black Hill), the highest point of Kutch.

Visit DHORDO to see traditional mud houses (Bhungas) adorned with mirror work and fine Mutwa embroidery with tiny mirrors.

Continue to HODKA Village, derived from the Gujarati word ‘Hodi’ (boat), where villages are called jheels. Hodka is famous for its beautiful embroidery, mud work, and leather craft, with both men and women actively involved in these arts.

Explore LUDIYA Village, where Harijans and Muslims are the main communities. The main occupations include monsoon farming, cattle rearing, intricate wood carving, embroidery work, mud work, and wall painting for home decoration. Harijan men focus on wood carving, while women engage in embroidery and wall-decoration.

 Drive to Nirona Village, known for Rogan art and lacquerware. The village is renowned for the 300-year-old Rogan embroidery art, carried on by the famous Khatri family. Rogan threads are prepared by heating castor oil, mixing it with cold water and color, and using a metal needle to paint intricate designs on cloth. The Khatri family offers free demonstrations and sells various fabrics. Visits can be walk-in or by appointment.

Visit Zura Village to see Copper Bell Making.

At Bhirandiyara Village, meet Mr. Arjun Marwada and explore Paqo embroidery, patchwork, beadwork, mud work, and mirror embroidery.

 Continue drive to Bhuj and transfer to hotel.

Today after breakfast drive to Dwarka and visit Bet Dwarka, Nageshwar Jyotirling & Rukmani Temple.

Bet Dwarka – Also called Bet Shankhoddar, located 5 km from Okha and 30 km from Dwarka. It is believed to be Lord Krishna’s residence and the site where Vishnu defeated Shankhasura. The Krishna temple here is a major attraction.

Nageswar Mahadev – One of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva

Rukmani Temple – Temple of Lord Krishna’s wife.

Attend evening Aarti Darshan at Dwarkadhish Temple.  Stay overnight at Dwarka.

After breakfast proceed to Somnath    It is one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for Hindus and is believed to be first among the twelve jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva

En-route visit  stop at Porbandar (75km/1.5hrs) visit Kirti Mandir – the place where Gandhiji was born and Sudama Temple – The only Sudama Temple in the world.  Upon arrival at Somnath check In hotel.

Temple open- 6:00 morning  to 9:00 pm )
Aarti Time: 7:00 am , 12:00 , 7:00 pm

In the evening attend Aarti and later watch light and Sound show. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Morning visit   Somnath termple. Later visit Bhalka Tirtha, Suraj Mandir and Kamnath Mahadev is located near the Triveni Sangam en- route visit Parshuram Temple. Rudreshwar Temple is a ruined temple located near the Somnath temple
Later, drive to Gir National Park. Evening safari at Gir Jungle Trail, [GIR NATIONAL PARK WILL CLOSE FROM 16^TH JUNE TO 15THOCT EVERY YEAR. SAFARI WILL BE ON PRIOR TO PERMISSION] Sasan Gir Lion sanctuary is home of some 394 Asiatic Lions. Sasan Gir is only place in world outside African continent where lion can be seen in its natural habitat. Gir Wild life Sanctuary is the last refuge of Asiatic lions in India and the lion population residing in the park is a little over 300.

Safari Timing
Morning Timing: 6:45 AM to 9:45 AM
Evening Timings: 3 PM to 6 PM.

Overnight stay at Gir National Park

Today after breakfast, visit Junagadh’s Uperkot Fort, Ashokan Edicts, and Mahabat Maqbara. Proceed to Virpur for the Jalaram Bapa Temple. Continue to Gondal, once a princely state known for its architecture and heritage. Visit the 17th-century Naulakha Palace, its Darbar Hall, private museum, and the famous Royal Garage showcasing vintage cars. Also visit the Bhuvaneshwari Ayurvedic facility. Later drive to Rajkot and transfer to the airport for onward journey.

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In time transfer to Ahmedabad Airport ( 390 Kms / Approx. 7 Hours )