Family Friendly 2-Day Cultural and Spiritual Homestay Experience in Sarangpur, Mauva, Baguda, Ladhi, Palitana, and Bagdana

Day 1: Cultural Temples & Homestay

Morbi, Sarangpur, Mauva, Baguda, Ladhi, India on June 21, 2024

7:30AM

Breakfast in Morbi - Local Gujarati Bakery

Kick off your morning with a local favorite at a Gujarati bakery offering fresh fafda and jalebi from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
INR 200, 1h

8:30AM

Drive Morbi to Sarangpur

Travel approximately one hour by private car to visit Swaminarayan Sarangpur Temple.
Car rental, 1h

9:30AM

Explore Swaminarayan Sarangpur Temple

Enjoy the temple’s vibrant architecture and spiritual ambiance; the temple is open 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
Free, 2h

11:30AM

Drive Sarangpur to Mauva

Take a 35-minute drive to Mauva village to discover local artisans' handicrafts.
Car rental, 35m

12:10PM

Experience Mauva Handicrafts

Explore artisan workshops and shops, perfect for family interaction and cultural appreciation.
Free, 1h

1:15PM

Lunch at Mauva Community Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Gujarati thali with fresh local ingredients in a family-friendly atmosphere open until 3:00 PM.
INR 400, 1h

2:15PM

Drive Mauva to Baguda

Short 25-minute car ride to Baguda village, noted for its peaceful temples.
Car rental, 25m

2:40PM

Visit Baguda Temples

Visit and appreciate Baguda’s quaint temple sites and enjoy a calm atmosphere for relaxation and family photos.
Donations welcome, 1h

3:45PM

Drive Baguda to Ladhi

Drive 20 minutes to Ladhi village for an immersive rural experience.
Car rental, 20m

4:05PM

Explore Ladhi Village & Prepare for Homestay

Take a walk around Ladhi to meet locals and enjoy the serene village life before settling into your homestay.
Free, 1h

5:15PM

Dinner and Overnight Homestay in Ladhi

Dine on authentic home-cooked Gujarati dishes with your host family, enjoying cultural stories and traditions until 9:00 PM.
INR 1200 per family, Overnight
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Day 2: Pilgrimage & Homestay Hospitality

Palitana, Bagdana, India on June 22, 2024

7:00AM

Breakfast with Homestay Family

Enjoy fresh, traditional Gujarati breakfast like poha and masala chai prepared by your hosts to energize for the day.
Included in homestay, 1h

8:00AM

Drive from Ladhi to Palitana

Morning drive of about 2 hours by private car to Palitana for a spiritual visit to its famous Jain temples.
Car rental, 2h

10:00AM

Tour Palitana Jain Temples

Explore over 800 hilltop Jain temples on Shatrunjaya Hill, absorbing the spiritual atmosphere from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
INR 50 per person, 3h

1:00PM

Lunch at Palitana Hilltop Restaurant

Relax and enjoy a vegetarian Gujarati meal with sweeping views of the temple complex until 3:30 PM.
INR 700, 1.5h

2:45PM

Drive from Palitana to Bagdana

Take a one-hour scenic car ride to Bagdana, a serene pilgrimage site on the Gulf of Khambhat coast.
Car rental, 1h

3:45PM

Visit Bagdana Jain Temple

Experience quiet contemplation at Bagdana’s temple complex surrounded by nature, ideal for family bonding.
Donations appreciated, 1.5h

5:15PM

Dinner and Optional Homestay in Bagdana

Enjoy dinner featuring local Gujarati dishes in a family-friendly setting; homestay available for those preferring an extended local experience.
INR 450 for dinner; Homestay INR 1200 per family, 1h or overnight optional
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