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7-Day Itinerary for Gujarat in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Ahmedabad
    20 minutes (5.2 miles) from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport

    Visit the Sabarmati Ashram in the morning, which played a significant role in India's freedom struggle. In the afternoon, explore the Calico Museum of Textiles, which houses an extensive collection of Indian and international textiles. In the evening, attend a light and sound show at the Sabarmati Riverfront.

  2. Day 2: Vadodara
    1 hour 50 minutes (76.5 miles) from Ahmedabad

    In the morning, visit the Laxmi Vilas Palace, which is one of the largest private residences in the world. In the afternoon, explore the Sayaji Baug, which is a lush green garden with a zoo, a museum, and a planetarium. In the evening, attend a traditional Garba dance performance.

  3. Day 3: Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park
    1 hour 10 minutes (34.2 miles) from Vadodara

    Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, which is home to ancient forts, temples, and mosques. In the morning, visit Kalika Mata Temple, which is situated at the top of Pavagadh Hill. In the afternoon, visit the Jami Masjid, which is a beautiful mosque built in the 16th century. In the evening, enjoy a scenic cable car ride to the hilltop.

  4. Day 4: Bhuj
    7 hours (356 miles) from Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park

    Visit the Aina Mahal in the morning, which is a palace with European style architecture and houses a museum. In the afternoon, explore the Kutch Museum, which showcases the art and culture of the Kutch region. In the evening, attend a performance of traditional folk music and dance.

  5. Day 5: Great Rann of Kutch
    1 hour 45 minutes (49.2 miles) from Bhuj

    Visit the Great Rann of Kutch, which is the world's largest salt desert, in the morning. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Kala Dungar, which is the highest point in the Rann of Kutch and offers a panoramic view of the desert. In the evening, attend a cultural program showcasing the local crafts and traditions.

  6. Day 6: Somnath
    6 hours 30 minutes (255 miles) from Great Rann of Kutch

    Visit the Somnath Temple in the morning, which is one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Bhalka Tirth, which is the place where Lord Krishna was mistakenly shot by an arrow. In the evening, attend the Sound and Light Show, which narrates the history of the temple.

  7. Day 7: Diu
    2 hours 10 minutes (85.4 miles) from Somnath

    Visit the Diu Fort in the morning, which is a 16th-century fort built by the Portuguese. In the afternoon, relax on the Nagoa Beach, which is a beautiful beach with golden sand and crystal clear water. In the evening, enjoy the sunset at the Sunset Point.

Recommendations

You can also consider visiting the Sasan Gir National Park, which is home to Asiatic lions, or the Dwarkadhish Temple, which is one of the four major Hindu pilgrimages. You can take a side trip to Mandvi, which is a beautiful beach town, or Palitana, which is a Jain pilgrimage center. To maximize your fun, try local delicacies like khaman, fafda, and dhokla, and shop for handicrafts like bandhani and embroidered textiles.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sabarmati Ashram (2 hours, free)
  • Calico Museum of Textiles (2-3 hours, INR 200)
  • Light and sound show at the Sabarmati Riverfront (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Laxmi Vilas Palace (2 hours, INR 225)
  • Sayaji Baug (2-3 hours, INR 15)
  • Garba dance performance (2 hours, INR 300)
  • Kalika Mata Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Jami Masjid (1-2 hours, free)
  • Cable car ride (1 hour, INR 150)
  • Aina Mahal (1-2 hours, INR 50)
  • Kutch Museum (2 hours, INR 10)
  • Performance of traditional folk music and dance (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Great Rann of Kutch (4-5 hours, INR 100)
  • Kala Dungar (2-3 hours, INR 50)
  • Cultural program (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Somnath Temple (2-3 hours, free)
  • Bhalka Tirth (1-2 hours, free)
  • Sound and Light Show (1 hour, INR 25)
  • Diu Fort (2-3 hours, INR 10)
  • Nagoa Beach (3-4 hours, free)
  • Sunset Point (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1,265
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