Today, proceed to Little Rann of Kutch. On arrival check in to the resort. Explore the desert by open jeep in the Little Rann of Kutch, where one can sight animals like Wild-Ass, Desert Fox, Blue Bull, Blackbuck, Wolf, Jackal and few species of snakes & many species of birds also one can visit the home of Rabari and Banjara are the two important tribes of the region. Overnight stay at Little Rann of Kutch.

Next day post breakfast we leave for a comprehensive Jain temple tour spanned across the entire day. We first visit the Ghantakarna mahavir temple in Mahudi situated in Gujarat’s Gandhinagar district. Next we proceed to visit Vadnagar, a historic city in Gujarat’s Mehsana district. The city comes with an exquisite old world charm and makes you feel, as it were, many past eras have merged in here. Old havelis, palatial monuments and Solanki period Torans characterize the beauty of Vadnagar. From Vadnagar we make an excursion to Taranga Hills, located at a distance of 20kms from the city of Vadnagar. Taranga Hills is a significant Jain pilgrimage hub. The hills are dotted with innumerable Jain temples belonging to both the Svetambara and Digambara sects of Jainism. After visiting these temples we proceed to visit two other important religious sites- Kumbhariyaji and Shamlaji. Kumbhariya consists of five important and brilliant Jain temples built in honor of the Tirthankaras such as Shantinath, Neminath, Mahavir, Sambhavnath and Parshvanath. Shyamala Ji is a temple of Lord Krishna or Sakshi Gopal. The temple falls within the district of Sabarkantha, located at the Gujarat-Rajasthan border. After the day’s temple visits we drive back to Ahmedabad for dinner and night stay.

Today, proceed to Shaam E Sarhad Resort at Hodka Village, where you have the pleasure to stay in Traditional Bhungas (Mud houses) or in Eco tents. On arrival at resort experience continues with traditional dinners, folk music performances, bonfire nights, star-gazing (subject to availability and clear sky) and more interaction with the people of Hodka. Overnight stay at the resort.

Today, get ready to explore the Banni and Pachcham regions and the edge of the Great Rann of Kutch. Visit Dhordo village, Bhirandiyara village, Ludiya village and Khavda village. Later visit Kalo Dungar (Black Hill) and Dattatray Temple, which provides the view of the Great Rann & sunset. Return to the resort. Overnight stay at the resort.

Today we leave for Somnath post breakfast en route Gondal. At Gondal we visit places like the magnificent swaminarayan temple and Bhuvaneswari Ayurvedic library. Swaminarayan temple is a palatial monument set up by Shashtri Ji Maharaj in the year 1934. The temple enshrines the images of several spiritual gurus such as Sukh Shayya, Mukta, Dhami, Guru Parampara, Ghanshyam Maharaj. The Bhuvaneswari Ayurvedic library came into being in the year 1910. Various types of Ayurvedic medicines are produced here and one can witness the entire production process. Post visit of these two sites of Gondal we drive straight to Somnath. On reaching, check into hotel and later proceed to pay a Darshan at the Lord Shiva Jyotirlingam temple at Somnath. Back to hotel for dinner and night stay.

The day free for many activities based on your interest like, Visit to Organic Farm; 72 Jain Temple Complex; Shipping Yard at Mandvi Port one can go and visit the men at work, shaping the great vessels with hand tools and coaxing the seasoned timber into shape. The carrying capacity of these boats can vary from 250 tons to 1000 tons.or spend the balance day at the Beach. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Today after Breakfast transfer to Jamnagar. On arrival check in to the hotel. In the afternoon visit Lakhota Lake & Lakhota Museum and Bala Hanuman Temple. Evening is free for Shopping. Overnight Stay at the hotel.

Today, proceed to the sacred town of Dwarka. Visit Dwarkadeesh Temple and Gomti Ghat. In the afternoon take a trip to Bet Dwarka, visit Old Temple of Krishna. the trip from Okha on the mainland to the temple is by a local boat. On the way to Bet Dwarka, visit Nageshwar Temple – One of the 12th Jyotilingam of Shiva. Rukmini Temple and Gopi Talav Return back to Dwarka. Overnight stay at the hotel.

In the morning depart to Porbandar (75km/1.5hrs) at Porbandar visit Kirti Mandir – A place where Gandhiji was born. Later proceed to Somnath (130km/2.5hrs) on arrival visit Bhalka Tirth & Somnath Temple. In the evening watch light and Sound show. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Today, Proceed to beach town Diu. The day is at leisure to laze and relax on the beach. Overnight stay at the hotel.

The morning is at leisure to enjoy the wide variety of water sports facilities available at Nagoa Beach. Later, visit St. Paul’s Church, Naida caves and Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple, Diu Museum and Diu Fort. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Today, proceed to Sasangir. Sasangir, is the home of the Asiatic Lion. In the afternoon Visit Gir Interpretation Zone at Devaliya. Crocodile breeding farm, Gir Information centre. Watch movie on lion at Gir Information centre in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Today, morning get ready for open Jeep Safari in the Gir National Park. Later proceed to Junagadh. visit Uperkot Fort, Ashok Rock Edict, Mahabat Makabara and Junagadh Museum. In the evening transfer to Rajkot. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Today, proceed to Ahmedabad. On arrival visit Gandhi Ashram, Akhsardham Temple and Adalaj stepwell. Overnight stay at the hotel.

AHMEDABAD – DEPARTURE