5-Day Adventure & History Tour from Jalgaon: Ahmedabad + Within 100 km (Vegetarian, 4★+ International Dining)

Day 1: Arrival & Old City

Ahmedabad, India on March 10, 2026

08:00am

Flight: Jalgaon to Ahmedabad (domestic)

Take a morning flight from Jalgaon (JLG) to Ahmedabad (AMD). Flights operate daily—approx 1h; book early morning for full day. Confirm flight availability for your date.
INR4000, 1h0m

09:45am

Check-in & Drop bags

Arrive at your 4★+ Ahmedabad hotel (e.g., Hyatt Regency Ahmedabad, Novotel) and drop luggage; hotels open for check-in ~2pm but they will hold bags.
INR0, 0h30m

10:30am

Sabarmati Ashram

Visit Mahatma Gandhi's Sabarmati Ashram to understand India's independence movement and view exhibits; open 8:30am–6:30pm. A calm historical start.
INR50, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch — 4★+ International Vegetarian: The Project Café (or similar)

Enjoy international vegetarian dishes (continental, Mediterranean) at a highly rated vegetarian-friendly restaurant near the river; open ~11:00am–10:30pm.
INR800, 1h0m

02:00pm

Old City walking tour: Bhadra Fort, Teen Darwaza

Guided walk through Ahmedabad's walled city: Bhadra Fort, Teen Darwaza, pols and wooden architecture; best experienced in the afternoon. Many sites are outdoors and accessible until early evening.
INR300, 2h0m

04:30pm

Calico Museum of Textiles (pre-book)

Museum of Indian textiles and history; visit by appointment—open Mon–Sat, typically 10am–5pm; book in advance (closed on Sundays).
INR500, 1h30m

07:30pm

Dinner — 4★+ International Vegetarian: Agashiye (House of MG) or Rajwadu (veg thali with international touches)

Dine at Agashiye for elevated vegetarian Gujarati and international-influenced plates in a heritage setting; open for dinner ~7pm–10:30pm. Reserve ahead.
INR1200, 1h30m

Day 2: Harappan Site & Science

Ahmedabad → Lothal (Bhavnagar region), return Ahmedabad on March 11, 2026

07:00am

Breakfast — Hotel international vegetarian buffet

Start with a hotel buffet offering international vegetarian options (eg. eggs optional, continental breads, fruit); hotels open breakfast ~7–10am.
INR600, 0h45m

08:00am

Drive to Lothal (approx 1h45m–2h; 80–90 km)

Travel to the Harappan port-town archaeological site of Lothal for an archaeological and maritime-history focus; site open typically 10am–5pm but confirm local hours and arrive early.
INR1500, 2h0m

10:15am

Explore Lothal Archaeological Site

See remains of the ancient Indus Valley port, dockyard, and museum—excellent for history and archaeology; visit duration 1–2 hours. Site hours usually 10am–5pm.
INR50, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch — Nearby 4★+ vegetarian-friendly restaurant (Hotel or café)

Eat a vegetarian international-style lunch at a reputable hotel restaurant near Lothal or en route; many hotels serve continental and Indian veg menus. Confirm opening hours locally (usually 12pm–3pm).
INR700, 1h0m

02:00pm

Return to Ahmedabad; visit Science City

Drive back (approx 1.5–2h) and visit Gujarat Science City (IMAX, exhibits) open 10am–7pm—great for interactive science and planetarium shows.
INR400, 2h30m

07:30pm

Dinner — 4★+ International Vegetarian: The House of MG or Turquoise Villa

Choose an international-leaning 4★+ restaurant in Ahmedabad for a relaxed vegetarian dinner; many upscale hotels serve global veg cuisine until ~10:30pm.
INR1200, 1h30m

Day 3: Champaner-Pavagadh

Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, Gujarat, India on March 12, 2026

06:30am

Breakfast — Hotel international vegetarian buffet

Early buffet in the hotel to fuel a full-day excursion; check-out if changing hotels. Breakfast typically 7–10am but request early service if needed.
INR600, 0h45m

07:30am

Drive to Champaner-Pavagadh (approx 1h30m–2h; ~50–60 km)

Travel southeast to the UNESCO-inscribed Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, combining fort, temples, and early Islamic architecture.
INR1200, 1h45m

09:30am

Explore Champaner Fort & Pavagadh Hill

Hike or take local transport up Pavagadh Hill and tour Champaner Fort, Jama Masjid, and stepwells; park generally open sunrise–sunset. The climb to top takes 1–2 hours; cable car seasonal—confirm operation hours.
INR200, 3h0m

01:00pm

Lunch — Local 4★+ vegetarian restaurant or hotel

Refuel at a nearby hotel restaurant offering international vegetarian dishes; hours typically 12–3pm. Choose a well-rated property in the area or pack a hotel-prepared lunch if remote.
INR800, 1h0m

03:00pm

Visit local temples & archaeological remains

Continue exploring the park’s mosques, stepwells, and temple ruins; great for photography and history until late afternoon (park closes at sunset).
INR0, 1h30m

06:00pm

Return to Ahmedabad

Drive back to Ahmedabad (1.5–2h) and check into hotel; evening at leisure.
INR1200, 2h0m

08:00pm

Dinner — 4★+ International Vegetarian: Agashiye or hotel fine-dining

Enjoy an elevated vegetarian dinner at a 4★+ establishment offering international selections; reserve for 8pm service.
INR1500, 1h30m

Day 4: Stepwells & Wildlife

Ahmedabad region: Adalaj Stepwell, Thol Lake (birding), Nal Sarovar alternative if desired on March 13, 2026

07:00am

Breakfast — Hotel international vegetarian buffet

Breakfast at the hotel; ensure early start for birding and stepwell visits. Hotel breakfast hours usually 7–10am.
INR600, 0h45m

08:00am

Adalaj Stepwell (Adalaj Vav)

Visit this ornate 15th-century stepwell near Ahmedabad (open ~7am–6pm) and admire Indo-Islamic architecture; spend ~45–60 minutes.
INR25, 1h0m

10:00am

Drive to Thol Lake Bird Sanctuary (approx 30–45 min; 25–35 km)

Head to Thol Lake for birding—excellent for migratory and resident waterbirds; sanctuary timings typically 8am–6pm, check local entry times and boat availability.
INR200, 1h30m

01:00pm

Lunch — 4★+ International Vegetarian: Return to Ahmedabad hotel restaurant

Return to Ahmedabad for a late international vegetarian lunch at your hotel's 4★+ restaurant; many serve until mid-afternoon.
INR900, 1h0m

03:00pm

Kankaria Lake activities or Riverfront cycling

Enjoy Kankaria Lake promenade, toy train, or rent cycles on Sabarmati riverfront; attractions open through evening (lake lights after sunset).
INR300, 2h0m

07:30pm

Dinner — 4★+ International Vegetarian: Tomato’s Kitchen or The Project Café (high-rated veg options)

Select an internationally-inspired vegetarian menu at a top-rated restaurant; many operate until ~10:30pm—reserve ahead for weekend evenings.
INR1200, 1h30m

Day 5: Last Museums & Departure

Ahmedabad → Fly back to Jalgaon on March 14, 2026

07:00am

Breakfast — Hotel international vegetarian buffet

Final hotel breakfast with international vegetarian choices; check-out and store luggage if flight later in day. Breakfast 7–10am.
INR600, 0h45m

08:30am

Calico Museum (if not visited Day 1) or Siddi Saiyyed Mosque & Teen Darwaza revisit

Short cultural visit depending on prior visits—Calico requires appointment (10am–5pm) so choose accordingly, otherwise enjoy iconic mosque and street bazaar.
INR500, 1h30m

10:30am

Relaxed lunch — 4★+ International Vegetarian: Hotel restaurant

Have an international vegetarian lunch close to the hotel and collect bags; lunch service typically 12–2pm—if flight early, request packed meal.
INR800, 1h0m

01:30pm

Transfer to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)

Drive to the airport allowing 1–1.5 hours for traffic and check-in for your return flight to Jalgaon.
INR1200, 1h30m

03:00pm

Flight: Ahmedabad to Jalgaon

Fly back to Jalgaon (flight ~1h); confirm exact flight times and arrive 90 minutes before departure for domestic travel.
INR4000, 1h0m
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