(Fix Departures on every Thursday & Saturday)
Rann of Kutch:
Location: The Rann of Kutch is a vast salt marsh located in the Thar Desert in the Kutch district of Gujarat, India. It is one of the largest salt deserts in the world.
Best Time to Visit: The ideal time to visit is during the winter months (October to February) when the weather is cooler and the region comes alive with various festivals and cultural events.
Dholavira:
Location: Dholavira is an ancient archaeological site located on the Khadir island of the Rann of Kutch. It's one of the five largest Harappan sites in the Indian subcontinent.
Historical Significance: Dholavira dates back to approximately 4500 years, making it one of the most important archaeological sites of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization.
Highlights:
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City Ruins: Explore the well-preserved ruins of the ancient city, which include a complex system of reservoirs, streets, and buildings.
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Sophisticated Water Conservation: Dholavira is known for its advanced water conservation system, including channels, reservoirs, and well-planned city architecture.
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The Signboard: One of the most famous discoveries at Dholavira is a large wooden signboard with ten large-sized letters in the ancient Harappan script, providing valuable insights into their language.
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Museum: There is a museum near the site which houses artifacts found during excavations, providing further context about the ancient civilization.
Please note that at any given point of time if the event has participants count which is 6 or less in number the event might get automatically converted into a customised one, i.e there shall be a local representative from Trekfit that will greet you directly at the starting point.
*Note*
If you are travelling between 22nd Dec to 1st Jan, per person INR 2000 will be extra
What is included in the tour
- Transport from Mumbai or Pune to Ahmedabad
- Travel from Ahmedabad to Ahmedabad in an AC pushback bus.
- Homestay/Hotel in Dholavira and Rann on a triple/quad-sharing basis
- Guided Tour
- 7 meals (3 meals on day 1- Dholavira, 3 meals on day 2 - Rann, 1 breakfast - Bhuj)
- Sightseeing and entry charges
- Travel in a private vehicle throughout the trip.
What is NOT included in the tour
- Any personal expenses
- Anything which is not mentioned in the inclusions
- Camera charges if required
- Lunch and dinner in Mandvi on the last day
- 5% GST will be added during checkout
- 0.99% convenience charge will be applied on UPI transactions and card payments will need a convinience charge of 2.3% which will be applied once you select the razorpay payment method at end of your booking process.
- Since the sunrise is underneath, the Bhanjano hills appear even more stunning
- Get a Jurassic Park vibe in Kutch by visiting the Wood Fossil Park, which has fossils of 16 million-year-old tree trunks.
- Testify the creative mastery and skills of the craftspeople and artisans at Rann Utsav
- From tie-dye and block printing to wearing and embroidery, the Rann Market has unique souvenirs for all collectors and shopaholics.
- Find a road to heaven from Dhordo to Rann
- Encounter adventures like camel rides, paramotoring, etc.
Notes-
Kids Policy:
- Below 3 years kid is complimentary without seats
- Kids between 3 - 10 years will be charged 70% total package cost
- Couple sharing personal room: 3000 rs per couple for two night
- Christmas Week Special Date/Festival date as mentioned: Trip cost will be 1000 rs PP additional
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Departure from hometown, arrival at Ahm and Overnight journey to Dholavira
- Board early morning train to Mumbai from Pune (only if Pune to Ahmedabad train is not available else we take a direct train to Ahmedabad)
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Reporting at Ahmedabad: 10.30 PM
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Pick up location: within 1Km of Ahmedabad Railway Station (Landmark and location will be shared via WhatsApp)
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Train Details: Mumbai/Surat/Vadodara to Ahmedabad
1) AC double Dacker - 12931 - 02.30 pm from Mumbai
2) Karnavati Train - 12933 - 02.00 pm from Mumbai
Note: Those who are travelling from Pune, Mumbai, Indore, Surat, Delhi or Any other cities please check info and FAQ Section - Feel free to call us directly at 851111 7891 for any assistance
Day 2: Dholavira sightseeing - Arrival at Dholavira, Sunrise in the desert midway
- - Freshen Up, Breakfast
- - Archeological site visit - UNESCO world heritage site
- - Check in/Room allotment will be done as per hotel/resort policy and room availability
- - Post lunch, Wood Fossil Park of Dholavira Kutch
- - Sunset at Bhanjdo Hill – Dholavira Sunset Point
- - Back to Stay, Dinner, Campfire and Music
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Stay: Dholavira
Day 3: Dholavira - Road to Heaven - Rannutsav
- - Post Breakfast, departure towards Rannutsav
- - Enjoy scenic desert route of Road to heaven
- - Head towards our stay near Rannutsav in afternoon
- - Lunch, Check in to Stay, Freshen Up
- - Visit RannUtsav in the evening
- - Experience Sunset with the grandness of White Desert of dhordo
- - Enjoy Festivity, Culture, Handicraft and Arts at Rannutsav Market
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Stay: Near Rannutsav
Day 4: Rannutsav - Bhuj - Mandvi
- - Post Breakfast, Drive towards bhuj
- - Visit Bhujodi handi craft and vande matram memorial in Bhuj
- - Later drive towards Mandvi
- - Visit small Adi Yogi replica enroute
- - Visit photogenic Vijay vilas Palace
- - Visit one of the most clean and White sand Mandvi Beach of Gujarat
- - Camel Ride, ATV ride, Para Sailing, Speed Boat and More beach activities are Available at Mandvi Beach
- - Never miss to witness the prettiest Sunset of Mandvi Beach
- - Drive Back to Ahmedabad
- Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Reach Ahmedabad in early morning, Journey Back to Hometown
- - Early morning Reach back to Ahm
- - Return journey to hometown
Train Details: Ahmedabad to Mumbai
1) AC double Dacker - 12932 : 05.50 am from Maninagar/Ahmedabad
Reach back to Hometown
- 01.00 pm to Mumbai
2) Gujarat Super fast AC - 22954 : 07.00 am from Ahmedabad
- 04.00 pm to Mumbai
note-Sometimes we change/alter places or experiences in the itinerary to make the overall experience unique for each batch depending on group interests, weather, crowd conditions. So please be open to experience something authentic
Considering the limited stays and Multiple Batches During pick season, We may change some part of itinerary to the best of the interests.
