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Join The Western Routes to explore the incredible Rann of Kutch in Gujarat. This is a comfortable six-day itinerary starting from Ahmedabad. In these 6 days, we will cover the Rann of Kutch, Bhuj, Dholavira, Little Rann of Kutch & Modhera.
Highlights
- Live in traditional ‘bhungas’ or mud-house
- Sunset, sunrise & moonrise at the White Rann
- Full moon at Rann
- Bhuj Palace & City
- Ruins from the Indus Valley Civilization at Dholavira
- Jeep Safaris in LRK
- Traditional performances
- Visit artisans at their homes to see traditional crafts
- Kutchhi & Gujarati Food
Day 1 - Ahmedabad to Bhuj
Ahmedabad to Bhuj Transfers
Private Vehicle (AC Coach)
Hotel
All Meals
23 January 2024
- 6:00 - 8:00 AM - Arrivals at Ahmedabad from home destinations.
- Depart for Bhuj. Breakfast en-route. This is a long journey ~300 km / 7 hours. Lunch en-route
- Arrive in Bhuj by late afternoon. Proceed to check-in.
- Evening time is free for leisure. Dinner and Overnight at Bhuj
Day 2 - Bhuj
Sunset in Rann of Kutch
Private Vehicle (AC Coach)
Homestay
All Meals
24 January 2024
- Post breakfast, proceed to Bhuj sightseeing. Visit the Swaminarayan Temple in Bhuj followed by a guided tour of Prag Mahal and Aina Mahal
- Depart for Hodko village near Rann of Kutch
- In the evening, head to the Rann for a sunset & moon rise experience
- Some shopping at the craft bazaar at Dhordo
- Dinner and overnight stay in traditional Bhungas in Hodko
Day 3 - Rann of Kutchh
Kalo Dungar
Private Vehicle (AC Coach)
Homestay
All Meals
25 January 2024
- Early morning drive to the Rann for sunrise
- Post breakfast, proceed to Dholavira through the Road to Heaven!
- Visit the ruins of a city from the Indus Valley Civilization at Dholavira. Lunch
- Post lunch visit Khawda village for a painted pottery demonstration.
- Kalo Dungar (Highest point in Kutchh) for sunset
- Overnight stay in traditional Bhungas in Hodko
Day 4 - Rann of Kutch to LRK
Nirona Village
Private Vehicle (AC Coach)
Resort
All Meals
26 January 2024
- After breakfast, depart for Nirona village for a Rogan Art and Ajrakh printing demonstration & shopping.
- Depart for Bajana village. Lunch en-route. This is a long journey of ~250 km/ 6 hours
- Arrive in Bajana by late evening. Dinner and overnight stay at Bajana.
Day 5 - Little Rann of Kutch
Private Vehicle (AC Coach)
Resort
Breakfast, Lunch
27 January 2024
- Morning & evening safaris in the Little Rann of Kutch in open jeeps. We will drive through the vast expanse of the little rann and observe unique wildlife and migratory birds.
- We will also visit a village famous for Tangaliya weavers and a salt factory
- Dinner and overnight stay at Bajana
Day 6 - LRK to Modhera
Departures
Private Vehicle (AC Coach)
Breakfast, Lunch
28 January 2024
- Early morning check-out. Depart for Modhera Sun Temple in Mehsana. Explore the stunning sun temple with a guide. Lunch at Ahmadabad
- Depending on the flight timings, reach the airport.
- Departure to destination cities.
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The Western Routes was founded in 2011. It started as a concept that found its roots in the love for the state of Maharashtra and its native culture. Since 2015, we have ventured into curating itineraries pan-India which are themed around history, culture, wildlife, people & food.
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Inclusions
- 1 night stay in Bhuj (Hotel Hill View or equivalent)
- 2 nights stay in mud bhungas at Hodka (Desert King)
- 2 nights stay in cottages at Bajana (Royal Safari Camp)
- All meals (From Breakfast on Day 1 to Lunch on Day 6)
- All internal travel in a private AC coach
- 2 shared jeep safaris at Little Rann of Kutchh
- Activity Charges – folk performances, mud-mirror workshop, bonfires, camel shuttle at Rann of Kutch jeep safaris at LRK
- Guide charges and entry fees at all monuments
- Taxes
Exclusions
- Travel from home destination to Ahmadabad and back
- Anything not mentioned in the includes list
- Personal costs (Shopping, laundry, tips, etc)
- Activity charge for activities not mentioned above
- Travel Insurance
HOW TO REACH
We start our tour from Ahmedabad airport on 23 January 2024. We will help with the flight and train suggestions from Pune or Mumbai to Ahmedabad.
Policy and more
- 50% retention charges (Between 20 – 45 days prior to scheduled departure)
- 100% retention charges (Less than 20 days prior to scheduled departure)
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