4-Day Gujarat Heritage Tour with Rani ki Vav and Modhera Sun Temple

Morning/Afternoon

• Arrive at Ahmedabad Airport / Railway Station.

• Check into a heritage haveli-style hotel (House of MG or similar).

Sightseeing

• Visit Adalaj Stepwell (Adalaj ni Vav), an intricate Indo-Islamic stepwell.

• Visit Sabarmati Ashram, Mahatma Gandhi's residence.

• See Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, famous for its stone lattice "Tree of Life".

• In the evening, enjoy a heritage walk through the Pols of Old Ahmedabad, known for their wooden havelis, Jain temples, and hidden courtyards.

Overnight stay in Ahmedabad.

• Morning drive from Ahmedabad to Patan (3 hrs).

Highlights in Patan

• Visit Rani ki Vav (Queen's Stepwell), a UNESCO site known for its magnificent subterranean architecture.

• Visit the Patan Patola Heritage Museum to see rare double-ikat weaving.

• Explore the old Patan havelis and Jain temples.

Afternoon: Drive to Modhera

• Visit Modhera Sun Temple, dedicated to Surya and admired for its stunning sculptures and step-tank.

• In the evening, attend the Light & Sound Show, if available.

Overnight stay at a heritage property near Modhera or Patan.

• Morning drive from Modhera to Siddhpur (~1 hr).

Siddhpur Heritage Trail:

• Walk through the Bohra Havelis, pastel-colored mansions with carved wooden balconies.

• Visit the Rudra Mahalaya Temple ruins.

• In the afternoon, drive back to Ahmedabad.

• In the evening, enjoy free time for shopping, including bandhani, handicrafts, khadi, and block prints.

Overnight stay in Ahmedabad.

Morning: Free time for optional visits.

• Calico Museum of Textiles (advance booking needed).

• Hathee Singh Jain Temple.

• Afternoon/Evening: Transfer to Ahmedabad Airport / Railway Station for departure.