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Traverse this diverse landscape and bring home a touch of its wonderful aesthetic and humbling culture.\r\nBe a part of the most awaited time of the year “The Rann Utsav” it is the shimmering landscape that gives the enchanting moments of this Fest, which feels like as Heaven On Earth during Festival Time.", "duration": { "days": 9, "nights": 8 }, "startPoint": "Kandla Airport", "comfortLevel": "deluxe", "collections": [ "adventure & wildlife", "culture & heritage" ], "tags": [ "india", "gujarat" ], "price": { "starting": null, "currency": "INR" }, "temperature": null, "availability": { "spotsRemaining": 0, "message": "Last spot, book now!" }, "status": "inactive", "media": { "heroImage": { "type": "cloudinary", "path": "image/upload/v1569222403/ulv8get1vyzzmtwko6rj.jpg" }, "cardImage": { "type": "cloudinary", "path": "image/upload/v1569222227/j1vra41coovab9xr0mvn.png" }, "tripImages1": [], "tripImages2": [] }, "departures": [], "wowBuddy": null, "activities": [ { "name": "Tent stay in Dhorodo", "media": { "type": "cloudinary", "path": "image/upload/v1538419579/owyhdghojgbogj57piru.svg" } }, { "name": "White Rann Desert", "media": { "type": "cloudinary", "path": "image/upload/v1538419563/hoti44wtchw2eermyazl.svg" } }, { "name": "Vijay Vilas Palace", "media": { "type": "cloudinary", "path": "image/upload/v1538419616/qezcaozoqe3fkygt2psj.svg" } }, { "name": "Sun Temple", "media": { "type": "cloudinary", "path": "image/upload/v1538419615/dtcqrzgeeyybbrwx9hzm.svg" } } ], "itinerary": [ { "dayNumber": 1, "title": "Welcome to Bhuj ", "description": "On arrival at Bhuj airport transfer to Bhuj Hotel( 20 kms / 45mins). Check - in at the hotel and freshen up for some while and have lunch (on own). Post Lunch , proceed for the Local sightseeing , first visit Smriti Van (an earthquake memorial) memorial park dedicated to the victims of 2001 Gujarat earthquake followed by Aina Mahal one of the finest examples of Indo-Saracenic architecture constructed ever in India. The fabulous Aina Mahal is a part of the extravagant Darbargadh Palace of Bhuj. Later visit Prag Mahal, palace commissioned by King Pragmalji in the 1860s, designed by Colonel Henry Saint Wilkins in the Italian Gothic style and built in the middle of Bhuj next to the Aina Mahal. Dinner(on own) afterwards Transfer to Bhuj for overnight stay. ", "accommodation": "Time Square or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 2, "title": "Bhuj - Sumrasar - Nirona - Bhu", "description": "After breakfast proceed towards Sumrasar, Visit the artisans of Ahir Embroidery and Soof embroidery. The Sodha tribes live here and they are experts in asymmetrically embroidered striking pieces. Enroute have lunch (on own). After that proceed to Nirona – one of the most fascinating villages in the district of kutch. It lies 40 km to the north western direction of Bhuj. The tribal’s in this village produce embroidered products, lacquer enhanced woodwork, carved wood products. Iron rods are used to paint fabrics and this style is known as Rogan painting. Nirona is one of the few villages that are connected directly by bus from Bhuj. Dinner (on own) afterwards Return to the hotel. Overnight stay at Bhuj.", "accommodation": "Time Square or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 3, "title": "Bhuj - Hodka Village - Rann Ut", "description": "After breakfast, transfer to Dhordo. The tent city in Gujarat is the focus of everyone in winter as it brings with it the ecstatic Rann Utsav. Enroute visit Hodka Village - The name Hodka is derived from the Gujarati word 'hodi' which means boat , the village is home to the Meghwals, who are traditional craft and embroidery artisans from further north. Later continue with journey to Tent city and on arrival, check into the tents, freshen up and gather for Lunch. Enjoy in-house activities. After tea break transfer to white rann to witness the grandeur of sunset (mode of transfer can be through bus/camel cart/both). Return for dinner and enjoy the cultural activities at the tent. Overnight stay at Dhordo.", "accommodation": "The Tent city or similar ", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 4, "title": "Rann of Kutch", "description": "\r\nAfter morning tea transfer to white Rann to witness the grandeur of sunrise. We then come Back to the tent and have breakfast. After lunch proceed for day excursion to Kalo Dungar (Black Hill),45 kms north of Dhordo, the top of the Black Hills is the highest point in Kutch, at 462 Km. From here, the entire northern horizon vanishes into the Great Kutch Rann, the desert and sky often becoming indistinguishable. It is one of the few non coastal locations where one can feel like being at the edge of the earth, on the brink of incomprehensible vastness that fades off towards infinity. Head back to the tent to enjoy the Dinner. Overnight stay at Dhordo.", "accommodation": "The Tent city or similar ", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 5, "title": "Bhuj - Ajrakhpur - Mandvi", "description": "Today morning after breakfast, check out and proceed towards Ajrakhpur village – a village established by the Ajrakh Block Printers and also visit LLDC Museum a living museum providing a detailed research and representation of the colourful handicrafts of Kutch district. Lunch (on own) After that depart to Mandvi and enjoy the sunset view at the cold beach near the Vijay Vilas Heritage Palace, the summer palace of the Kings of Kutch and overnight stay at Mandvi.\r\nNote: You won’t be able to swim in this beach as its a cold beach and can be muddy", "accommodation": "Vijay Vilas Heritage Resort or similar ", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 6, "title": "Mandvi – Bajana ", "description": "After early breakfast transfer to Bajana (350 kms/ 7 hrs). After enjoying the sounds of silence in this region, make your way to the Little Rann of Kutch for a date with some beauties. You get to spot an assortment of wild animals including nilgai, black buck, chinkara gazelle, wolf and desert fox as well. Enroute have Lunch (on own). After lunch we head on a jeep safari to the Bajana Creek for some local wildlife. Return and relax at the camp , later enjoy the dinner at the camp. Overnight stay at Bajana.", "accommodation": "3* or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 7, "title": "Bajana-Patan-Modhera-Ahmedabad", "description": "Today after breakfast we will visit Ranki stepwell an UNESCO inscribed World Heritage 7 storeyed step well with more than 500 God Sculptures and masterpiece in step wells.\r\nWe will visit Salvi family of Patola to understand the weaving technique a double Ikat art which is like a sheer poetry of the intermingling warp and weft silken music. Patan is also known for the mashru weaving an unique interweaved pattern that has cotton at the base but the upper surface has a rich sheek of silk. Later have lunch (on own). Then we will depart to Modhera, where we visit 11th Century Sun temple to witness the Grandeur of Solanki era in Gujarat. Later have Dinner (on own) and then Proceed to Ahmedabad. Check into the hotel and overnight stay.", "accommodation": "The Fern Residency Ellisbridge or similar ", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 8, "title": "Ahmedabad Local", "description": "Today morning after refreshment and breakfast, go for a Heritage walk, later have lunch (on own). After lunch visit Hutheesing Jain Temple which is a significant Jain temple that showcases exquisite architectural craftsmanship and is dedicated to the 15th Jain Tirthankara, Dharmanatha. later we will visit Sabarmati Ashram, established by Mahatma Gandhi and one of the most important places in Indian Independence History as well as production of Khadi. Visit Akshardham Swaminarayan Temple in Gandhinagar. Dinner (on own)Time leisure to explore the local market for shopping. Overnight stay at Ahmedabad.", "accommodation": "The Fern Residency Ellisbridge or similar ", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 9, "title": "Departure from Ahmedabad", "description": "Today morning after breakfast, transfer to Ahmedabad airport to board the flight back home.\r\n", "accommodation": null, "media": null } ], "inclusions": [ { "text": " Twin sharing accommodation as specified in program" }, { "text": "Transfers by AC coach" }, { "text": "Meals as per itinerary – 8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches & 4 Dinners" }, { "text": " All sightseeing as per itinerary" }, { "text": " English speaking guide" }, { "text": "Tips for Guides and Drivers" }, { "text": " Little Rann of Kutch Gypsy safari" }, { "text": " Inclusive of 5% GST" } ], "exclusions": [ { "text": "Airfare" }, { "text": "Meals not mentioned in the itinerary" }, { "text": "Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions" }, { "text": "Optional excursions and activities" }, { "text": "Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as roadblocks, accidents & any medical evacuations. Any train delays, or re-scheduling etc." }, { "text": " Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals and beverages ordered, laundry, phone calls and medical expenses " } ], "testimonials": [ { "text": "Thank you for yet another bunch of wonderful memories and friends I would want to cherish for life, this time around amidst the salty yet sweet Kutch desert land. Applause for covering all the must visit spots ... Kutch, Mandvi, Dasada, Bajna, Bhuj and finally Ahmedabad. The beauty and the flavour of Gujarat along the route, left us wanting for more each day, despite a packed itenary. ", "customerName": "Neelam", "customerOccupation": "Credit Analyst", "media": null } ], "metadata": { "metaTitle": "Solo Female Travel Tour to Rann Utsav in Gujarat - WOW Club", "metaDescription": "Ready for Rann Utsav in Gujarat? We sure hope you are as we have prepared amazing travel tour that you'll love. Interested? 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