Day [1] : Arrive–Mumbai
On arrival at Mumbai to meet with our local tour executive who will assist you to the booked  hotel transfer.Overnight stay at the hotel in Mumbai.

Day [2] : Mumbai - Ahmadabad 
After breakfast,to leave for Mumbai domestic airport for flight to Ahmedabad.On  arrival to meet our rep who will assisit transfer to the booked hotel. Later during the day could go for half day city tour and get to visit old famous Siddi Sayed Mosque, the Hate Singh Jain temple, built by Seth Hate Singh in 1850. Later , if time permitting to visit Dada Hari Step Well, Dada Hari step well constructed during the rule of Mehmud Begda in the year 1501. It is a uniquely designed octagonal shaped step well in Ahmedabad. The interiors and the underground of the step well intricately designed. It is beautifully decorated.Later to visit also the Sarkhej Ka Roja. Evening at leisure and to stay night in hotel in Ahmedabad.

Day [3] : Ahmedabad - Balaram 
After breakfast to continue tour of Ahmedabad city and to visit city"s Jama Mosque. This congregational mosque was built by Sultan Ahmed Shah in 1423. Built in yellow sandstone, it combines the best of Hindu and Muslim styles of architecture, standing on 260 pillars supporting 15 domes at varying elevations, it is described as the most beautiful mosque in India. Later visit to Calico Museum of textile is the premier textile museum of the country. Its outstanding collection of Indian fabrics exemplifies handicraft textiles spanning five centuries and attracts large numbers of visitors from India and abroad. Continue visit to  Adalaj step well, the step well was built in 1499 A.D. by Queen Rudabai. The designs on its walls and pillars include, leaves, flowers, birds, fish and other breathtaking ornamental designs. In the past, these step wells were frequented by travellers and caravans as stopovers along trade routes. The five-storied, step-well located in the sleepy village of Adlaj is a marvel of architecture. This unique water work is an excellent blend of Hindu and Islamic styles. The intricately carved monument served religious and utilitarian purposes of the people around though its origin is marred by tragedy. The Indo-Islamic style of architecture, which developed in India in the early centuries of the medieval period, is neither a local variant of Islamic art, nor a modification of Hindu art, but it is an assimilation of both the styles, though not always to an equal degree. The architecture of this well also shows the influence of the earlier Solanki rulers of Gujarat. Built entirely of sandstone, one can enter into this step-well from three sides, which consist of octagonal landings with huge carved colonnades and intricately carved niches. The step-well served both ritualistic as well as utilitarian needs. Later drive to Balaram (180 KMS / 3 -4 Hours), Check in to hotel & overnight stay in the booked hotel in  Balaram.

Day [4] : Balaram
After breakfast to visit  Poshina, Garacia tribes mainly found in Sasabkantha district of Gujarat that is located around the hills bordering of Gujarat and Rajasthan. These tribes are primarily farm laborers or sheepherders, known for their unique culture & traditions. They have whitish faces, sharp nose and glittering eyes. The Gowala and Garacia tribes are second cousins to each other, differing only in the manner of living. Overnight stay Balaram Palace Resorts.

Day [5] : Balaram - Dasada
After breakfast drive to Patan, (150 KMS / 2 Hours) and visit  Rani ki Vav (Step well), built by the queen Udaymati, the wife of Bhimdev. It is the best example of such architecture for water wells that is peculiar to Gujarat. There are wonderful carved images in the niches of the walls of this multi storied step well. It was one of the largest and the most sumptuous structures of its type. Later to visit Patan Patola of weaving,famous for Patola weaving. Salvi community of people is working with Patola. The queen of textiles is the Patola woven by only few families of Patan. The patola was traditionally woven in a sari length but now extends to include tablecloth borders scarves, handkerchiefs. Later drive to Modhera Sun temple (35 KMS from patan) Modhera Sun Temple is finest example of Hindu architecture in Gujarat. The Sun Temple at Modhera dates back to early 11th century and was built by King Bhimdev I in 1026 CE. The sanctum was designed to allow the sunlight to illuminate the main statue, no longer in the temple. The quality & quantity of carvings along its walls describing god, other figures & erotic positions are exceptional. In front of the temple is a colossal tank, which was once known as Surya Kund or Rama Kund. The tank has a series of carved steps leading to the bottom. Several miniature shrines adorn the steps of the tank - which is an art gallery in itself. Later continue drives to Dasada (50 kms from Modhera). Check in to hotel and evening dinner & overnight stay Dasada.

Day [6] : Dasada
After breakfast to go for village safari , along the Rann of Kutch. The tour takes visits to the rural Vadiara and Kharapat Rabaris of Dasada, known for their embroideries, the silk-weavers colony at Dasada, and Ambala village of the Bharward shepherds and goatherds. The weaving cooperative at Bajana and other artisans’ workshops can also be included in the tours. Other societies near Dasada are Padhars (primarily fishing people), the Siddis and the semi-nomadic Mirs, Jaths (Muslim herders), Bajanias. Later to continue safari to the wild life sanctuary,where one gets to see from close quarters the blackbuck (Indian antelope), nilgai or blue bull (India’s largest antelope) ,the graceful chinkara (Indian gazelle) are other mammals. Overnight stay in the booked hotel in Dasada.

Day [7] : Dasada - Bhuj
After breakfast to leave for Bhuj (300 KMS / 6 Hours) and to go to the Foreign Registration office to take a permit to visit Banni Tribal area. Check in to the booked hotel and evening  at leisure.Overnight stay in Bhuj.

Day [8] : Bhuj
After breakfast to go an excursion visit to the Banni villages to see the various peoples and their lifestyles like Jat, Harijan, Meghawal, Mutva etc in various villages like Hodka, Ludiya, and Dhordo. While visiting these areas, please note , photography will be restricted and also to carry own takeaway food and water, as nothing would be available in these areas except for tea. Evening to return to the hotel and be at leisure.Overnight stay Bhuj.

Day [9] : Day: Bhuj
After breakfast to for for an excursion visit to Bhujodi village Bhujodi is a village skilled in traditional bandhani (tie-dying), block printing and weaving. Here you can view live demonstrations and buy anything from shawls to blankets from the artisans directly. Nearby is the Hiralakshmi Crafts Park – a nonprofit undertaking that works with artisans to show their skills and retail their crafts. Then drive to Mandvi to visit Rabari village after Tunda Wandh near Mandvi. Mandvi is famous for its 400-year old hand wooden ship-building industry and clean beaches where water-front camel rides are readily available. Craftsmen here still use traditional techniques for domestic and international ship-making. You can also visit the 19th century Vijay Vilas Palace, constructed of red sandstone in Rajput style, set along a sparkling private beach. There are stunning views of the sea and Vijayraji’s wife’s tomb from the rooftop. Some scenes from well liked Bollywood films were shot here. To eat could go to Gujarat Tourism restaurant on the beach of Mandvi or near Vijay Vilas Palace. Later to retrun to the hotel and be at leisure.Overnight stay Bhuj.

Day [10] : Bhuj
After breakfast to go for city tour of Bhuj which will include Aina Mahal { mirror palace }, Prag Mahal, Kutch Museum.

Aina Mahal- This is the heritage of Kutch art and culture is displayed in the Aina Mahal which is as well filled with a miscellaneous collection of objects; a Dutch Clock, English and French celestial globes, some antique pictures, mechanical toys, glass and china. 

Prag Mahal –Designed by the well known architect Colonel A Henry Saint Wilkins. Prag Mahal is a splendid palace made of Italian marble and sandstone. It took 10 Yrs to build the monument and serves as a fine example of Italian Gothic style, combined with some European style elements. The Corinthian pillars and Jali work which depicts European plants and animals are also worthy of a mention.

Kutch Museum - The kutch museum , initially formed part of the school of art established by Khengarji in 1877. At the time of Khengarji’s marriage in 1884, an exhibition of Kutch Arts & Crafts was exhibited. Exhibits worth Rs. 3300 in that period were given to the Museum at the termination of exhibition. These exhibits necessitated the construction of a new building. The foundation stone for the present museum building was laid by the governor of Bombay, Sir James Fergusson. After independence the museum came to be known as the Kutch Museum. It also has a fine collection of Kutch silver, golden and enameling work, textiles wood work, Coins, cold utensils, arms & other archeological objects and a section on the communications of the district. Overnight stay in Bhuj.

Day [11] : Bhuj
After breakfast to leave for Bhuj Airport to take flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival at Mumbai Domestic Airport transfer to Mumbai International Airport to catch a flight for onward destination. 

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