City Experiences: Udaipur, Mount Abu, Ahmedabad in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Udaipur
    25 minutes (13.6 km) from Udaipur Airport

    Begin your trip with a visit to the City Palace, the most iconic landmark of Udaipur and a perfect showcase of Mughal and Rajasthani architecture. Experience the exquisite beauty of the City Palace Museum, and enjoy a boat ride in Lake Pichola.

  2. Day 2: Udaipur - Mount Abu
    2 hours 45 minutes (164.2 km) from Udaipur

    Visit the Dilwara Jain Temples and witness the extraordinary architecture from the 11th century. The temples are filled with intricate carvings, making it a must-see for art lovers. Spend the evening in Nakki Lake, a heart-shaped lake surrounded by beautiful mountains.

  3. Day 3: Mount Abu - Ahmedabad
    3 hours 45 minutes (222.7 km) from Mount Abu

    Start your day in Guru Shikhar, the highest point in Rajasthan, to watch the sunrise and enjoy the panoramic view of the stunning Mount Abu. Then move to the Sabarmati Ashram, which was home to Mahatma Gandhi. Walk around the ashram, visit the museum and learn about Gandhi's impact on India’s independence movement.

  4. Day 4: Ahmedabad
    20 minutes (8.5 km) from Sabarmati Ashram

    Begin your day with a visit to the Jama Masjid, one of the most beautiful mosques in India, that was built in 1423 AD and renovated in 1812 AD. Later, visit Sarkhej Roja, a magnificent architectural complex, to see the tombs and mausoleums of the early Islamic rulers.

  5. Day 5: Ahmedabad
    25 minutes (11.0 km) from Sarkhej Roja

    Visit the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, famous for its intricately designed windows that showcase the Indo-Islamic architectural style. Then, move on to the Bhadra Fort to catch a glimpse of the Indo-Saracenic architecture that Ahmedabad is known for.

  6. Day 6: Ahmedabad
    30 minutes (13.6 km) from Bhadra Fort

    Spend your final day exploring the Calico Museum of Textiles, which houses a stunning collection of rare textiles from the Mughal and Rajasthani era. Finish off the day with some retail therapy from Law Garden Street Market, a vibrant handicraft market with a mix of traditional and modern handicrafts.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • City Palace (2-3 hours, INR 30-500)
  • Dilwara Jain Temples (1-2 hours, INR 10-200)
  • Nakki Lake (1-2 hours, INR 50-200)
  • Sabarmati Ashram (1-2 hours, free)
  • Jama Masjid (1-2 hours, free)
  • Sarkhej Roja (1-2 hours, INR 5-20)
  • Sidi Saiyyed Mosque (30 min-1 hour, free)
  • Bhadra Fort (1-2 hours, INR 20-100)
  • Calico Museum of Textiles (1-2 hours, INR 100-500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 235-1940

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a trip to Junagadh. It is a perfect getaway from Ahmedabad, with the beautiful Girnar mountains. If you wish to extend your stay in Mount Abu, visiting the Achalgarh Fort is a must-see. However, keep in mind that it is closed on Mondays.

If you have less time, consider skipping Bhadrakali Temple in Ahmedabad, as it is under renovation until September 2023.

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