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Tent stay in Dhorodo
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White Rann Desert
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Sun Temple
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Vijay Vilas Palace
The land of Food, Wildlife & Heritage
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The Plan
- Day 1 Welcome to Bhuj
- Day 2 Rann of Kutch
- Day 3 Dhordo-Hodka-Bhuj
- Day 4 Bhuj - Sumrasar - Nirona -Bhuj
- Day 5 Bhuj - Ajrakhpur - Mandvi
- Day 6 Mandvi – Bajana
- Day 7 Bajna - Patan - Modhera
- Day 8 Ahmedabad Local
- Day 9 Departure from Ahmedabad
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Day 1
Welcome to Bhuj
On arrival at Kandla airport transfer to Dhordo. (130kms / 3hr). The tent city in Gujarat is the focus of everyone in winter as it brings with it the ecstatic Rann Utsav. The vast tracts of salt marshes are remote, gorgeous and much like a desert but brimming with life, especially during the annual Rann utsav which showcases the splendor of the region. This festival is a wholesome experience of handicrafts, art, culture, cuisine and adventure stretched across the white salts of the Rann of Kutch. 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). Back to the tents. After dinner, enjoy the cultural activities at the tent and call it a night. Overnight stay at Dhordo.
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Day 2
Rann of Kutch
After morning tea and yoga session 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 cultural program followed by Dinner. Overnight stay at Dhordo.
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Day 3
Dhordo-Hodka-Bhuj
After breakfast, proceed to Hodka to visit the Marwada Meghwal Community for their intricate embroidery work and the leather work and interaction with the locals.Enroute have lunch (on own). Later, visit Aina Mahal, Prag Mahal. Dinner (on own) Transfer to Bhuj for overnight stay.
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Day 4
Bhuj - Sumrasar - Nirona -Bhuj
After breakfast proceed towards Sumrasar, Visit the artisans of Ahir Embroidery and visit Meghiben Meriya, a women known for drawing her life stories on cloth through applique work. Enroute havel lunch (on own).After that proceed to Nirona – one of the most fascinating villages in the district of kutch. Visit the khatri family which is the only family in India practising the Rogan Art. Visit the artisans of copper Bell Art in the Nirona Village. Dinner (on own) afterwards Return to the hotel. Overnight stay at Bhuj.
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Day 5
Bhuj - Ajrakhpur - Mandvi
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 relax at the private beach of the Vijay Vilas Heritage Palace, the summer palace of the Kings of Kutch and overnight stay at Mandvi.
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Day 6
Mandvi – Bajana
After breakfast transfer to Bajana (250kms/5hrs). 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 the Indian wild ass (which is endangered), nilgai, black buck, chinkara gazelle, wolf and desert fox as well. Enroute have Lunch (on own).We head on a jeep safari to the Bajana Creek for some bird watching. Remember that you will not get to see the wild ass anywhere else, so make the most of your time here as you drink in the natural sights. Enjoy the dinner at the camp. Overnight stay at Bajana.
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Day 7
Bajna - Patan - Modhera
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.We will visit Salvi family of Patola 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 will visit 11th Century Sun temple to witness the Grandeur of Solanki era in Gujarat. Dinner (on own). Proceed to Ahmedabad. Check into the hotel and overnight stay.
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Day 8
Ahmedabad Local
Today morning after refreshment and breakfast, go for a Heritage walk, which starts from a Swaminarayan Temple to Jama Masjid while walking through hundreds of pols and many Jain temples in the First World Heritage City of India. Later have lunch (on own). After refreshment at hotel, 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.
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Day 9
Departure from Ahmedabad
Today morning after breakfast, transfer to Ahmedabad airport to board the flight back home.
Bookings Closed
Inclusions
- Twin sharing accommodation as specified in program
- Transfers by AC coach
- Meals as per itinerary – 8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches & 4 Dinners
- All sightseeing as per itinerary
- English speaking guide
- Insurance (For Women over 69 years there will be an extra charge for insurance which will be subject to the duration of the trip and the destination country)
- Tips for Guides and Drivers
- Little Rann of Kutch Gypsy safari
- Inclusive of GST
Exclusions
- Airfare
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions
- Optional excursions and activities
- Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as roadblocks, accidents & any medical evacuations. Any train delays, or re-scheduling etc.
- Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals and beverages ordered, laundry, phone calls and medical expenses
Enquiry
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What does twin share price mean?
Twin share price is the price mentioned against a package and it refers to the cost per head for a double sharing accommodation. If you'd like to upgrade to Single Occupancy, please select this at the time of checkout -
Can WOW book the flights for us?
Definitely! We routinely book and manage flights for our Wanderers. We recommend that travelers get their flights booked through us as this comes in handy when there are issues to do with cancellations or re-routings. -
How safe is to travel with The WOW Club?
Your safety is our number one priority. We've designed our itineraries since 2005, keeping this in mind. We always ensure access to emergency contacts throughout the trip. -
Why don't you include flights in the Package cost?
Since our wanderers are located a variety of locations in India and outside India - it is impossible to include flights in the trip cost. -
Is there both veg & non-veg food available?
Yes. However, the only option in non-vegetarian is Fish. All the food served in from organic produce. The menu does not feature meats, hard liquor, refined sugar or refined flour.
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