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Gujarat was one of the main central areas of the Indus Valley civilisation, which is centred primarily in modern Pakistan.It contains ancient metropolitan cities from the Indus Valley such as Lothal, Dholavira and Gola Dhoro.The ancient city of Lothal was where India’s first port was established. The ancient city of Dholavira is one of the largest and most prominent archaeological sites in India, belonging to the Indus Valley civilization. The most recent discovery was Gola Dhoro. Altogether, about fifty Indus Valley settlement ruins have been discovered in Gujarat.The ancient history of Gujarat was enriched by the commercial activities of its inhabitants. There is clear historical evidence of trade and commerce ties with Egypt, Bahrain and Sumer in the Persian Gulf during the time period of 1000 to 750 BCE.There was a succession of various Indian empires such as the Mauryan Dynasty, Western Satraps, Satavahana dynasty, Gupta Empire, Chalukya dynasty, Rashtrakuta Empire, Pala Empire and Gurjara-Pratihara Empire, as well as the Maitrakas and then the Chalukyas.The early history of Gujarat includes the imperial grandeur of Chandragupta Maurya who conquered a number of earlier states in what is now Gujarat. Pushyagupta, a Vaishya, was appointed the governor of Saurashtra by the Mauryan regime. He ruled Girinagar (modern-day Junagadh)
Up on your arrival in New Delhi, IHPL Representative will greet you and assist you to transfer to Hotel. After check in formalities if time and energy permits you may drive to Red Fort ( Closed on Monday) and drive past to India Gate and President House. Overnight stay in New Delhi.
Today, in the morning, go out for a sightseeing tour of Shahjahanabad and Lutyen's Delhi. The places you will visit here include Humayun's Tomb, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, India Gate, Raj Ghat, President's House and Chandni Chowk. The evening is booked for a shopping tour in Connaught Place. Later, board the flight to Ahmedabad. On reaching Ahmedabad, move to the hotel for overnight stay.
Today, leave by road for Bhavnagar. On the way, explore the excavation site related to the Harappan Era at Lothal. Later, check into the hotel. After some relaxation, go out on a full day excursion to the Palitana Temples. Located on Mount Shatrunjaya, Palitana Temples are considered as the holiest pilgrimage site for the Jain community. Overnight stay at the hotel in Bhavnagar.
In the morning, leave by road for Ahmedpur Mandvi Beach. Upon arrival, check in at the Beach hotel for overnight stay. Located near Diu in the Junagadh District, Ahmedpur Mandvi Beach has been chosen to promote beach tourism among the 14 beaches
Today, in the morning, leave by road for Sasangir. On the way, visit the famous temple at Somnathpur. Upon arrival, check in at the jungle lodge near Gir Forest National Park. Established in 1955, the Gir Wildlife Sanctuary is the sole home and protected area for Asiatic Lions. Stay overnight in the Jungle Lodge.
In the morning, enjoy game safari in the Gir Forest National Park and spot the majestic Asiatic Lions prowling in their natural turf. Later, leave by road for Gondal. On the way, visit the Uperkot Fort in Junagadh. On reaching Gondal, check into the hotel for night stay. Gondal was one of the eight princely states of Kathiawar Agency, which later merged into the Gujarat state.
In the morning, leave by road for Wankaner. Upon arrival, check into the Palace Resort. Located near Rajkot, Wankaner is famous for the hills, business and ceramic industries. Some well known places that can be visited include Gayatri Mandir, Ranjit Vilas Palace, Jadeshwer Mahadev, Gatral Mandir, Motareshwar Mahadev Mandir and Nagabawa Mandir. Stay overnight at the Palace Resort.
In the morning, take a road journey to Bhuj, a tribal village in Gujarat. Located in the Kutch district of Gujarat, Bhuj was established by Rao Hamirji in 1510. The town is home to the first Swaminarayan Sampraday temples, built in 1822. Upon arrival, check into the hotel for overnight stay.
The day 9 is scheduled for a full day excursion to Kutchh Museum, Handicrafts of Gujarat and meet the Rabari Tribe. Stay overnight at the hotel in Bhuj.
Today, in the morning, leave by road for Zainabad. Located on the edge of the Little Rann of Kutch, Zainabad is the home to the native Wild Ass. Upon arrival, check into the camp. The afternoon is booked for the safari tour. Stay overnight in the Camp.
Today after breakfast, go for an excursion tour of Patan and Modhera. In patan you can visit Rani ki Vav, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was found in an intact condition when excavated by the Archaeological Survey of India. Then visit Sahastralinga Talav. After sightseeing in Patan, proceed to explore Modhera. This village is known for its rich history and several important and religious buildings including Sun Temple which is based on the archaeological concept of the Konark Sun temple of Odisha. This temple was Built during 11th century. Also visit Maatangi Modheshwari Temple. Return back to Ahmedabad after the sightseeing.
After freshen up, go for a local sightseeing of Ahmedabad, and visit the well-known Sabarmati Ashram, Hutheesing Jain Temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to Dharamnath, the 15th Tirthankar of Jains. Later visit Sidi Sayed Mosque., which was established in the 1973. Apart from this also explore the city and enjoy the local foods. Drop Airport
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