1Assistance on arrival at airport in Ahmedabad and transfer to the Hotel. Founded in 1411 and known as the Manchester of the ‘East’, Ahmedabad is situated on the banks of the river Sabarmati. Overnight at hotel.

3After breakfast drive to Vijaynagar visiting en-route visiting Taranga & Idar and afternoon arrival at Vijaynagar. Later visit the villages to explore the tribal belts on the borders of Gujarat and Rajasthan and visit, JAIN TEMPLES OF TARANGA : One of the finest clusters of jain temples in India. It is 85 kms from Balaram Palace Resort located on hill top with pristine views on all sIdes. The massive Ajitnath temple of Taranga which was erected under Taranga patronage of the Solanki Rajput King Kumarapala boasts of the beautiful carvings on the pillars domes and brackets. IdAR : Visit to the historical places and natural beauty. The fort of Idar often features in the history of Gujarat. Idar also has fine natural rock formations and temples

5Morning leave for Zainabad/ Dasada en route Visit the Sun temple at Modhera and the city of Patan to explore Patola Silk weaving and famous step well. Evening arrival at the Little Rann of Kutch (Zainabad/ Dasada) and visit the Villages and Salt farm around (if time permit). Overnight at the Huts.

7Morning leave for Bhuj, an old walled city with maze like streets and crenellated gateways. Afternoon tour visiting the Ferguson Museum,Rao Pragmalji’s Palace made of marble and sandstone. Overnight at the Hotel. ** NOTE: Permit is must for the interior villages with personal presence, Will assist for the procedure. Timing of DSP/ Collector Office Monday to Saturday – 10.30 to 1700 hrs except second Saturday/Sunday & Public HolIdays

9Drive to Jamnagar, Afternoon visit the princely states of Saurashtra and is often called Chotta Kashi or Benares, for it’s innumerable Hindu and Jain temples. It also has a Muslim dargah. It is known for its tie-&-dye work on fabrics, silken & gold embroIdery. Overnight at the Hotel.

11After breakfast drive to Junagadh on way visit of Porbander – It is the city where the Father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi was born and spent his childhood. The place is authentically preserved and added an in the KIRTI MANDIR depicting the philosophy of Gandhi in every facet. The monument is built besIde the ancestral home of Mahatma Gandhi. Later proceed to Junagad. Junagadh was the capital of the Junagadh State under the Muslim rulers of Babi Nawabs. in Gujarati `Junagadh’ literally means an ancient fort, The junagadh town is located at the foothills the sacred hill of Girnar and occupies a special place in the history of Gujarat. There are two fortifications: the fort walls surrounding the town and Uparkot in the west. Uparkot, an ancient citadel located on the higher level of the town, was a stronghold of Mauryans and Gupta Empire and is saId tp have survived 16 sieges in the last 1000 years due to its strategic location and difficult access. The entrance of Uparkot has a fine specimen of Hindu Toran, leading to flat land dotted with archological sites. The major sites are Buddhist caves, Baba Pyara caves (2nd century), Adi-Kadi Vav, and Jami MasjId. Evening visit (if time permit) and overnight at hotel.

13After breakfast, full day visit Palitana: Palitana is one of India’s most picturesque pilgrim centres. Lying at the foot of Shatrunjaya Hill, it has 863 exquisitely carved temples built in marble over an impressive span of nine hundred years. The architectural appeal of Palitana transcends religious boundaries and attracts tourists of all faiths. Patlitana is also a living sacred symbol of Jainism. Palitana is a `must visit’ destination for the Jains and all those who would like to witness what the subtle combination of human enterprise, architectural skills, philanthropy and canalized religious fervour can achieve. The mount Shatrunjaya lies hardly a kilometer away from the town, the way, which is now thronged on both the sIdes by sarais and minor temples, including Kala Bhandars (museums). The mountain is associated with Rishabhdev, the first tirthankar, also known as Adinath. It is believed that all the tirthankars, except Neminath, attained nirvan here. The multitude of temples, half palaces, half fortresses and made of splendId marble.(This visit is also covering 3500 steps / 4-5 hours Visit – lift chairs are available at an extra cost) Later return to Bhavnagar & enjoy a city tour of Bhavnagar includes visit to Gaurishankar Lake – a beautiful picnic spot, Takhteshwar temple & The Lock Gate. for Overnight

15In time transfer to Airport for onward destination