India · Art & Craft

6-Day Gujarat Heritage Tour with Kutch Villages and Palitana

6 Days Round trip from Bhuj Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Stroll around Hamirsar Lake and visit Bhujodi Village for traditional handloom weaving
02 Discover the artisan villages of Kutch, including Nirona, Ajrakhpur, and Ludiya
03 Ascend to Kalo Dungar for panoramic views and witness sunset over the Great Rann of Kutch
04 Explore Rajkot's cultural treasures at Watson Museum and the Rotary Dolls Museum
05 Visit Kaba Gandhi No Delo, the ancestral home of Mahatma Gandhi
06 Admire the Jain temples of Shatrunjaya Hill on an excursion to Palitana
07 Experience the spiritual aura of Nishkalank Mahadev Temple at Koliyak Beach during low tide

Experience the best of Gujarat on a 6-day journey that blends culture, heritage, crafts, and nature. Explore Bhuj's palaces, museums, Hamirsar Lake, and Bhujodi Village before discovering the artisan villages of Kutch, including Nirona, Ajrakhpur, and Ludiya, and witnessing the magical sunset over the Great Rann of Kutch. Continue to Rajkot for its museums and Kaba Gandhi No Delo, then travel to Bhavnagar for a sacred excursion to the Jain temples of Palitana and a visit to Nishkalank Mahadev Temple at Koliyak Beach. You can also enhance your trip with an optional safari at Blackbuck National Park before departing from Bhavnagar.

Explore Bhuj's palaces, museums, Hamirsar Lake, and Bhujodi Village before discovering the artisan villages of Kutch, including Nirona, Ajrakhpur, and Ludiya, and witnessing the magical sunset over the Great Rann of Kutch.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Rajkot, Bhavnagar, Bhuj, Palitana

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Bhuj and City Heritage

Arrive at Bhuj airport or railway station.
Transfer to the hotel or resort and check in.
Visit Aina Mahal, the "Palace of Mirrors."
Explore Prag Mahal with its impressive clock tower.
Discover the rich history at the Kutch Museum, the oldest museum in Gujarat.
Enjoy a peaceful walk around Hamirsar Lake.
Visit Bhujodi Village, known for handloom weaving and handicrafts.

Overnight stay in Bhuj.

Day 02

Kutch Villages and the White Desert

Drive to the artisan villages of Kutch for a cultural excursion.
Visit Nirona to see Rogan art and lacquer work.
Explore Ajrakhpur, home of the traditional Ajrakh block printing.
Stop at Ludiya Village, famous for its intricate embroidery.
Continue to Kalo Dungar, the highest point in Kutch, for panoramic views.
Witness the magical sunset at the Great Rann of Kutch.
If visiting during Rann Utsav, enjoy cultural performances and festivities.

Overnight stay in Bhuj.

Day 03

Drive from Bhuj to Rajkot

Have an early breakfast and check out from the hotel.
Begin the drive to Rajkot (approximately 5-6 hours).
Arrive in Rajkot and check in to the hotel.
Visit the Watson Museum, showcasing colonial-era artifacts.
Explore the Rotary Dolls Museum, a unique attraction with a global collection of dolls.

Overnight stay in Rajkot.

Day 04

Rajkot to Bhavnagar with Palitana Excursion

After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
Visit Kaba Gandhi No Delo, the ancestral home of Mahatma Gandhi.
Drive to Bhavnagar (approximately 3-4 hours).
Arrive and check in to the hotel or resort.
Proceed immediately to Palitana for a day excursion.
Climb or take a doli to Shatrunjaya Hill to see over 800 magnificent Jain temples.
Return to Bhavnagar after darshan.

Overnight stay in Bhavnagar.

Day 05

Bhavnagar and Nishkalank Mahadev

Take an optional morning safari at Blackbuck National Park (at extra cost).
Visit Takhteshwar Temple, situated on a hill with panoramic city views.
Drive to Koliyak Beach to visit the Nishkalank Mahadev Temple, accessible only during low tide.
Spend time at Victoria Park, a large green space ideal for relaxation.

Overnight stay in Bhavnagar.

Day 06