State of Gujarat is one of the most prosperous states in India, Gujarat is popular for its ancient temples, beaches, Asiatic Lion and industries. Gujarat is famous for its textiles such as Patola, Khadi and Ikat. Other than the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi Gujarat is also known for its arts and craftsmanship in the field of Textile Industries, this Tour package of Gujarat is perfect for those who want to explore in this field. Ghum India Ghum helps you to explore almost all the important sight in this 07 Nights and 08 Days related to Gujarat Textile tour visit Calico Mills, Shreyas Folk Museum, Gondal, Jetpur tour famous as Textile town, tapestry and wardrobes of the Nawab at Darbar Hall Museum, Watson Museum, Rashtriya Shala Rajkot working to revive hand-weaving in Gujarat, Bhujodi village tour, etc. Textiles play an important part in everyone's life and this Gujarat Textiles tour package gives a chance to see historical cities of Gujarat and how they are involved in producing several types of amazing textiles from the last several centuries.
Itinerary at Glance :-
Day 01:- Ahmedabad arrival and Ahmedabad sightseeing tour
On arrival at Ahmedabad railway station/ Airport, meet and greet our friendly representative outside exit gates, Then transfer to your pre-booked hotel, Later after few hrs of rest proceed for important place to visit in Ahmedabad is largest city of Gujarat and situated on the bank of river the Sabarmati River, Ahmedabad is UNESCO's World Heritage City list of 2017 and it has 28 monuments register under Asi, start with visiting Gandhi Ashram or Sabarmati Ashram situated on bank of Sabarmati river it is place from where Mahatma Gandhi set out on his Dandi March and which is now converted into a museum, Hutheesing Jain Temple constructed in 1846 is sacred Jain temple, this temple is dedicated to Lord Dharmanatha, the 15th Jain Tirthankar, Sidi Saiyad Mosque, Spend quality time at Kankaria Lake is the 2nd largest lake in Ahmedabad, Visit Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial is museum now dedicated to Sardar Patel. Have your lunch at local restaurant you can suggest driver for it or you can take suggestion from driver or us, Post Lunch visit The Calico Museum of Textiles situated at Sarabhai House, Earlier was at Calico Mills in the heart or centre of the textile industry and Shreyas Folk Museum showcasing folk art collections. Later visit the most amazing point on this tour of the amazing Akshardham temple which is Hindu temple and you can also go for an evening light and sound show over there. Later post Ahmedabad tourism returned back to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 02:- Ahmedabad to Rajkot Via Gondal (250kms/5hrs)
This morning post appetising breakfast, Check out from hotel and drive to Rajkot which is a famous for Cotton and woolen textiles manufacturing in Gujarat, The manufacturing of cotton and woolen textiles is a major activity. Rajkot is one the best places for purchasing Handicrafts, textiles and Traditional dress in Gujarat. On the way visit Gondal, a princely town once ruled by the Rajput Jadeja clan. The Navlakha Palace is an old palace dating back to the 17th century, It is a beautiful palace which houses the erstwhile ruling family's private collection of textiles, brassware, bead work, hand-painted toys, silver craft etc. The government of India promotes weaving at Gondal, and the historic buildings of Gondal. Have your lunch at a local restaurant, You can suggest it to your driver or you can take suggestions from the driver or us, Later continue your drive to Rajkot, On arrival check-in to the hotel and Overnight in Rajkot.
Day 03:- Rajkot Sightseeing tour visiting Jetpur and Junagadh (220km/4.5hrs)
Today morning after a juicy breakfast, Go for important places to visit in Rajkot starts with Jetpur tour, Famously called as the Textile town. Jetpur Important centre in India for screen-printing, block printing and yarn dyeing workshops. It is also popular for Cotton saree factories, khanga and kitenge fabric production which are used hugely by native Africans. Have your lunch at a local restaurant, You can suggest it to your driver or you can take suggestions from the driver or us. Post lunch, go to important places to visit in Junagadh where you can see iconic gem-encrusted carpets, tapestry and wardrobes of the Nawab at Darbar Hall Museum. Junagadh is an ancient city which has 3rd century BC Buddhist relics, medieval fort, mausoleum complexes which are preserved very well till date. Post Jetpur tour package and Junagadh tour package, drive back to Rajkot for overnight stay.
Day 04:- Rajkot to Jamnagar (100kms/ 2hrs)
This morning post appetising breakfast, Check out from the hotel and drive to Jamnagar also historically known as Nawanagar. On the way go for places to visit in Rajkot starts with Watson Museum is one of the best managed museums of Gujarat managed by Gujarat state department it have many priceless collections of Jadeja Rajputs of Rajkot princely state which has good examples of Gujarat craftsmanship skills, and Rashtriya Shala Rajkot working to revive hand-weaving in Gujarat. Have your lunch at a local restaurant, You can suggest it to your driver or you can take suggestions from the driver or us, Later continue your journey to Jamnagar, On arrival check in to the hotel. Then, proceed to important places to visit in Jamnagar starting with Vanzas who are famous for their Bandhani (tie-and-dye) sarees. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 05:- Jamnagar to Bhuj Local Sightseeing (260km/5hrs)
Morning after your healthy breakfast, Check-out and drive to the next exciting destination of Bhuj which is famous for first Swaminarayan Sampraday temples and home to Gujarat oldest Museum. On arrival, Check-in to the hotel and Have your lunch at a local restaurant, You can suggest it to your driver or you can take suggestions from the driver or us, Later go for important places to visit in Bhuj which is the westernmost city of India, is a real treasure full of heritage and culture. Go visit Swaminarayan temple Bhuj Swaminarayan founder of the Swaminarayan Sampraday constructed this huge Hindu temple, later take a walk in the Textiles Market where you can purchase traditional handicrafts and embroidery. Overnight stay at Bhuj.
Day 06:- Bhuj Excursion to Bhujodi and Nearby Villages (200km/4hrs)
Today after breakfast, get ready for a day trips from Bhuj village tour. These villages are known for their different styles of Embroideries with Tie and Dye Effects and other unique styles of handiwork like Weaving Rogan-painting, Block-Printing etc. Later proceed to Bhujodi village in Bhuj and Meet the National award winning artist and see how they do traditional weaving and visit Surjan Store for shopping. Drive to Ashapura Crafts Park. In this well decorated and managed park, they display their skills and sell their product. On weekends the park also organises music and dance performances. Return to the Bhuj. Overnight stay at the hotel. Return to Bhuj. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 07:- Bhuj to Little Rann of Kutch (280km/5.5hrs)
Morning after delicious breakfast at the hotel, check out from the hotel and drive to your next destination Dasada or Little Rann of Kutch, which is a mixture of Sand Salt Marshes and salt free areas. Little Rann of Kutch is Popular for The Wild Ass Sanctuary and home to Indian wild ass and other animals like- Blackbuck, nilgai, chinkara, jungle cat and several smaller mammals. Then continue your drive to Dasada (Litter Rann of Kutch). On arrival check-in to the hotel, Nights stay in Dasada.
Day 08:- Little Rann of Kutch to Ahmedabad drop via Patan (210km/4.5hrs)
Wake up early morning and go for a jungle safari at Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary (Additional cost), it homes to many endangered animals such as Indian Wild Ass (Khur), Onager (Equus hemionus) and many others, you will also get chance to see Desert Fox, Blue Bull, Blackbuck, Wolf, Jackal. Post wildlife safari tour return back to your hotel and have your healthy breakfast later check out from the hotel and drive to Ahmedabad. On the way visit Patan is a historical city which has a lot of Hindu and Jain temples, Visit popular, Rani ki Vav Stepwell in Patan which is a UNESCO world heritage site from 2014. Also visit the colony of Patola Silk Weavers, whose unique double ikkat silk fabrics are of commercial importance for textile studies. Patola is the one of the richest and finest silk textiles in the world, woven using the rare double-ikat technique. Later proceed to Ahmedabad. On arrival drop at Airport or Railway Station return home with a lot of memories of Textile Tour of Gujarat.
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