Arrival at Bhavnagar / Velavadar & check in. After refreshments, take a transfer to Palitana, located on the top of Shatrunjaya Hills. With the Shatrunjaya River flowing to its south, making this place one of the most picturesque places of pilgrimage in India. The 863 temples, each rivaling the other for its sheer beauty were built over an impressive span of 900 years with each generation of pilgrims making its contribution to the shrines of Shatrunjaya. Amongst all the Jain temples, Palitana temples are considered to be the most sacred ones. After the sightseeing of Palitana Temples, get back to the hotel. Evening at leisure.

In the morning check out from the hotel & depart to Virpur. At Virpur, you can visit the famous Jalaram Temple. After the visit to the temple, proceed to Junagadh, which lies at the foot of Girnar Hill and takes its name from the Old Fort which circles the medieval town. Arrival at Junagadh & check in. Later in the day, cover the sightseeing of Junagadh. This town was under the rules of many dynasties over the period of many centuries. Therefore, various buildings of different time periods and influenced with diverse kinds of architecture can be sited in Junagadh. The major attraction, obviously, is the Uperkot Fort, the very fort from where the city derives its name. The premises hold other sites to be visited like the two step wells, Jama Masjid and Buddhist caves.

In the morning, cover an excursion to Girnar Hill, the famous mythological hill, supposed to be an extinct volcano. It is famous for the 16 carved and sculptured marble Jain shrines that adorn this famous hilltop (These temples are accessible by walk only. Many of them are located mid-way of the hill, so covering them generally takes 3 – 4 hrs). The Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva also draws thousands of devotees up the hill who climb the fleet of 10,000 steps build in the early 20th century (This is possible if you have whole day on hand to cover Girnar. In that case, you need to add one more night to the itinerary). Back to the hotel after the holy excursion. Later on, check out from the hotel & leave for Sasan Gir. On arrival at Sasan Gir, enjoy Jungle Safari in “Gir National park”, the last refuge of the Asiatic lion on Earth. Along with Asiatic Lions, you can spot Chinkara, Wild Boar, Striped Hyena, Jackal, Common Langur, Porcupine, Hare, black buck etc. It is also home to over 200 species of migratory birds. After the safari, Back to the Hotel.

After breakfast proceed to Somnath. On arrival, visit the famous shore temple of Somnath; one of the twelve most sacred Shiva shrines in India.
Then drive to Porbandar – the birth town of Mahatma Gandhiji. On arrival at Porbandar, visit Kirti Mandir – the ancestral house of Mahatma Gandhiji – which is now a national monument. Then, proceed further to Dwarka. Check in at the hotel in Dwarka. After refreshments, depart to visit Rukmini Mandir, Gopi Talao & Nageshwar Mahadev Mandir – one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. Then, proceed to Okha boat jetty, from where you can take a return ferry to Bet Dwarka. At Bet Dwarka, you will visit Ranchhodrai Temple & Matsyavatar Temple. Back to the hotel at night.

In the morning, visit Dwarkadheesh Temple – the major landmark & attraction of the town. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shree Krishna. After, performing spiritual activities come back to the hotel. Check out & take a transfer to Dwarka Railway Station or Jamnagar / Rajkot Airport.

Arrival at Rajkot Airport / Station & take a transfer to Sasan Gir. On your way, you can cover the sightseeing of Junagadh; which lies at the foot of Girnar Hill and takes its name from the Old Fort which circles the medieval town. Arrival at Junagadh & check in. Later in the day, cover the sightseeing of Junagadh. This town was under the rules of many dynasties over the period of many centuries. Therefore, various buildings of different time periods and influenced with diverse kinds of architecture can be sited in Junagadh. The major attraction, obviously, is the Uperkot Fort, the very fort from where the city derives its name. The premises hold other sites to be visited like the two step wells, Jama Masjid and Buddhist caves. After Junagadh sightseeing; proceed to Sasan Gir & check in the hotel. Evening at leisure.

Arrival at Rajkot Airport / Station & take a transfer to Sasan Gir. On your way, you can cover the sightseeing of Junagadh; which lies at the foot of Girnar Hill and takes its name from the Old Fort which circles the medieval town. Arrival at Junagadh & check in. Later in the day, cover the sightseeing of Junagadh. This town was under the rules of many dynasties over the period of many centuries. Therefore, various buildings of different time periods and influenced with diverse kinds of architecture can be sited in Junagadh. The major attraction, obviously, is the Uperkot Fort, the very fort from where the city derives its name. The premises hold other sites to be visited like the two step wells, Jama Masjid and Buddhist caves. After Junagadh sightseeing; proceed to Sasan Gir & check in the hotel. Evening at leisure.

Arrival at Rajkot Airport / Station & take a transfer to Sasan Gir. On your way, you can cover the sightseeing of Junagadh; which lies at the foot of Girnar Hill and takes its name from the Old Fort which circles the medieval town. Arrival at Junagadh & check in. Later in the day, cover the sightseeing of Junagadh. This town was under the rules of many dynasties over the period of many centuries. Therefore, various buildings of different time periods and influenced with diverse kinds of architecture can be sited in Junagadh. The major attraction, obviously, is the Uperkot Fort, the very fort from where the city derives its name. The premises hold other sites to be visited like the two step wells, Jama Masjid and Buddhist caves. After Junagadh sightseeing; proceed to Sasan Gir & check in the hotel. Evening at leisure.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel & & take a transfer to Dasada. Arrival at Dasada in the afternoon & check in. Late In the afternoon, board a Jeep to visit some of the tribal villages around, where you can visit different tribes like Mirs, Rabaris, Bharvads etc. On this Village Safari, you get a chance to come closer to the culture & art. These tribes are well known for their extraordinary craftsmanship & brilliant embroidery work. Back to the hotel after the safari. Evening at leisure.

In the morning, enjoy a Jeep Safari in the “Little Rann of Kutch” – which houses one of the rarest & most endangered animals – Asiatic Wild Ass. This sanctuary is the vast stretch of flat, salt cracked barren desert. Here you can also spot other animals like the endangered Indian wolf, desert fox, Indian fox, jackals, desert and jungle cats, and hyenas. It is a birder’s paradise. Birds here include Steppe, Imperial, and Short-toed Eagle, Houbara Bustard, flamingos, pelicans, storks and cranes. Here, one gets a chance to see how salt is prepared out of saline sea water, as there are ample of salt panes. Back to the hotel after the Safari. In the afternoon, you can again get into the Rann to enjoy another safari. If not, then, you can proceed to cover an excursion tour to Modhera & Patan. At Modhera, you can visit Sun Temple; famous for its architecture & exquisite carvings. Patan was the capital of medieval Gujarat & is known for Ranki Vav (step well), temples & lakes. Back to the hotel after the safari / excursion.

Check out from the hotel in the morning & depart to Bhuj / Nakhatrana. Arrival at Bhuj / Nakhatrana & check in. At Bhuj, you can visit the Royal Palaces & Museums. Evening free for relaxation.

Today, proceed to Naliya to visit “Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary”. This grassland is very important for birdwatchers as perhaps the only sanctuary in India where three species of bustard are found – the endangered Great Indian Bustard, the endangered Lesser Florican & the near-threatened Macqueen’s Bustard. There are lots of other migratory birds to be spotted here. Later on, proceed further to Narayan Sarovar – which is a well known wildlife sanctuary famous for Chinkara, Blue Bull, Spotted Deer, etc. You can also visit Koteshwar – quite nearby; known for Shiva Temple. On the way back, visit the famous Mata no Math; the ancient temple of Goddess Ashapura. In the evening, get back to the hotel.

Early in the morning, take a transfer to Chhari Fulay Reserve. The wetland attracts a large number of waterfowl species like Flamingo, Pelican, Great Crested Grebe, Black Stork, Brahminy Duck, Common Pochard, Tuffed Pochard, White Eyed Pochard, Gulls, Terns, Stints & Plovers. Back to the hotel, after the visit to Chhari Fulay. Then check out from the hotel & take a transfer to Bhuj Airport / Station to proceed to further destination.

Arrival at Ahmedabad Airport / Station & take a transfer to Dasada. Arrival at Dasada & check in. Late In the afternoon, board a Jeep to visit some of the tribal villages around, where you can visit different tribes like Mirs, Rabaris, Bharvads etc. On this Village Safari, you get a chance to come closer to the culture & art. These tribes are well known for their extraordinary craftsmanship & brilliant embroidery work. Back to the hotel after the safari. Evening at leisure.

In the morning, enjoy a Jeep Safari in the “Little Rann of Kutch” – which houses one of the rarest & most endangered animals – Asiatic Wild Ass. This sanctuary is the vast stretch of flat, salt cracked barren desert. Here you can also spot other animals like the endangered Indian wolf, desert fox, Indian fox, jackals, desert and jungle cats, and hyenas. It is a birder’s paradise. Birds here include Steppe, Imperial, and Short-toed Eagle, Houbara Bustard, flamingos, pelicans, storks and cranes. Here, one gets a chance to see how salt is prepared out of saline sea water, as there are ample of salt panes. Back to the hotel after the Safari. After lunch, proceed to cover an excursion tour to Modhera & Patan. At Modhera, you can visit Sun Temple; famous for its architecture & exquisite carvings. Patan was the capital of medieval Gujarat & is known for Ranki Vav (step well), temples & lakes. Back to the hotel after the excursion.

Check out from the hotel in the morning & depart to Bhuj / Nakhatrana. Arrival at Bhuj / Nakhatrana & check in. At Bhuj, you can visit the Royal Palaces & Museums. Evening free for relaxation.

Early in the morning, take a transfer to Chhari Fulay Reserve. The wetland attracts a large number of waterfowl species like Flamingo, Pelican, Great Crested Grebe, Black Stork, Brahminy Duck, Common Pochard, Tuffed Pochard, White Eyed Pochard, Gulls, Terns, Stints & Plovers. After the park safari, proceed to Banni Villages known for their rich traditional tribes and their amazing arts and crafts. Later on, visit the white rann – the natural phenomena, the vast expanse of flat desert of salty clay & mudflats – which is accessible in winters & summers, because of geological reasons. On the way back, visit the textile towns of Nirona followed by visits to Than Monastery & Fossil Farm at Than-Dhinodhar.

After breakfast, depart to Narayan Sarovar. On the way, visit the famous Mata no Math; the ancient temple of Goddess Ashapura. Drive further to Narayan Sarovar – which is a well known wildlife sanctuary famous for Chinkara, Blue Bull, Spotted Deer, etc. Also visit Koteshwar; known for Shiva Temple. In the evening, get back to the hotel.

Check out from the hotel after breakfast & take a transfer to Mandvi. The major attraction of Mandvi is the “Vijay Vilas Palace”. This palace is a wonderful blend of architectural styles of Mughals, Rajputs & Europeans. One can see the interiors including offices where the Maharaos worked from dawn to afternoon, the rooms for entertaining, the old living quarters. The domed terrace has a view over the estate to the sea. The palace is nestled in 450 acres of lush greenery, with 2 kilometers of private beach. After the sightseeing is over, proceed to Bhuj Airport / Station to continue with your further journey.