Overview
The Rann of Kutch, located in the western state of Gujarat, India, is a mesmerizing salt desert that stretches over 30,000 square kilometers. This unique landscape, often submerged during the monsoon season and crystalline during the dry months, offers a surreal and otherworldly experience for travelers. Bhuj, the largest city in the region, serves as the gateway to the Rann of Kutch and is a hub for tourism. Visitors to Bhuj can explore its rich cultural heritage, with attractions like the Aina Mahal, Prag Mahal, and the vibrant Bhujodi village known for its handcrafted textiles. The region also boasts a wealth of history, including the ancient city of Dholavira, one of the five largest Harappan sites in the Indian subcontinent. Dholavira's well-preserved ruins provide a fascinating glimpse into the advanced urban planning and engineering of the Indus Valley Civilization, making it a must-visit archaeological site for history enthusiasts.Bhuj and the Rann of Kutch are also renowned for their vibrant festivals, with the Rann Utsav being the most famous. This three-month-long cultural extravaganza celebrates the region's artistic heritage, with folk music, dance performances, and a showcase of traditional crafts. Moreover, the stark beauty of the white desert under the moonlight during the Rann Utsav is an unforgettable sight. Travelers to this unique destination can experience a blend of natural wonder, cultural immersion, and historical exploration, making it a truly captivating destination for those seeking a memorable and offbeat travel experience in India.
Short Itinerary
| Day | Activity | stay |
| 1 | Arrival at Ahmedabad Airport, Pick up at 6:00 AM and Transfer to Rann of Kutch. Evening Rann Utsav market visit | Kutch |
| 2 | Rann of Kutch Full Day Sightseeing with Kalo Dungar | Kutch |
| 3 | Rann of Kutch to Dholavira, Road to Heaven, Harappan Cultural Site | Dholavira |
| 4 | Sunrise at White Rann of Dholavira - Transfer to Bhuj Visit Vande Mataram Museum, Vijay Vilas Palace visit, Visit 72 Jinalaya, Mandvi Beach Sunset visit | Bhuj |
| 5 | Transfer to Ahmedabad en-route Visit Rani Ki Vav, Visit Sun Temple, Modhera | Ahmedabad |
| 6 | Ahmedabad Local Sightseeing and By 5:00 PM drop at Airport | N/A |
- Pick-up time from Ahmedabad Airport: 6:00 Am
- Drop Time at Ahmedabad Airport: 5:00 PM
Detailed Itinerary
| Day | Date | Itinerary | Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 16, 2024 | Kutch | |
| 6:00 AM | Arrival at Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) | ||
| Pickup and Transfer to Rann of Kutch (07/08hrs approx) | |||
| Rann of Kutch :- Visit Rann Utsav Market | |||
| Check in to Hotel | |||
| Dinner | |||
| Overnight stay at Kutch | |||
| 2 | Dec 17, 2024 | Kutch | |
| Rann of Kutch Full Day Sightseeing | |||
| Sunrise at White Rann | |||
| Visit Kalo Dungar :- North of the village of Khavda, Kalo Dungar (Black Hill) marks Kutch’s highest point (462 m), with remarkable views of the Great Rann salt flat.The hill is also famous for a 400-year old temple dedicated to Lord Dattatreya. The area comes under the jurisdiction of the army and photography is not allowed. The Indo-Pak border lies about 40 km north from here. | |||
| Lunch | |||
| Explore the Rann of Kutch Markert Area and Activities | |||
| Sunset at White Rann | |||
| Exploring Local markets and Local food areas | |||
| Cultural Program at Hotel, free time to explore by yourself | |||
| Overnight stay at Homestay | |||
| 3 | Dec 18, 2024 | Dholavira | |
| After Breakfast Transfer to Dholavira | |||
| Road to Heaven :- The road connects from khavda to dholavira in between you can have the view of road with both side water and its just a 2 foot salt water but the view will remind you of dhanushkodi the preferable visiting time should be in early morning sunrise | |||
| Visiting Dholavira Museum : Dholavira is older than the Egyptian pyramids and displays remnants of a highly sophisticated urban culture that was way ahead of its time. The Dholavira museum exhibits information and artifacts related to the Dholavira archaeological site. | |||
| Visiting Harappan Culture Site :- The Harappan Cultural Centre in Dholavira is a significant archaeological site and museum located in the region of Dholavira in Gujarat, India. | |||
| Evening Sunset view point | |||
| Overnight stay at Dholavira | |||
| 4 | Dec 19, 2024 | Bhuj | |
| Sunrise at White Rann of Dholavira | |||
| After Breakfast Transfer to Bhuj | |||
| Visit Vande Mataram Museum:- Vande Mataram Memorial is spread over 12 acres of land in the Bhuj region of Gujarat, comprising of a Parliament Building, India Gate, Yellow Fort and open grounds for all to enjoy. A part of the grounds also houses Hiralaxmi Craft Park, another non-profit initiative by the Ashapura Foundation, which houses local artisans from across villages in Kutch-Bhuj and provides them a platform to hone and showcase their crafts to buyers. | |||
| Lunch | |||
| Vijay Vilas Palace visit :- Vijaya Vilas Palace is a summer palace of ADITYA GELOT Maharao of Kutch located on the beach of Mandvi in Kutch, Gujarat, India.The construction of the palace started in 1920 and was completed in 1929. The palace was built with red sandstone. Its distinctive Rajput architecture largely refers to the plan of palaces of Orchha and Datia | |||
| Visit 72 Jinalaya: Also known as Bounder Jinalaya or Adishwar Bounder Jinalaya Mahatirth, the 72 Jinalaya was built in memory of Gun Sagar Suriswarji Maharaj in the year 1982. Spread over an area of about 80 acres, this temple was built in an octagonal shape. | |||
| Mandvi Beach Sunset visit:- The Mandvi beach is a stretch of golden-brown sand located at the southernmost point of Gujarat's Kutch district. It is located south of the main intersection, Bhuj. The beach is located in the same town as its name, which historically had a busy port serving India. The historic part of the town still has the fort wall from the former trading centre | |||
| Overnight stay at Bhuj | |||
| 5 | Dec 20, 2021 | Ahmedabad | |
| After Breakfast Transfer to Ahmedabad | |||
| Visit Shree Swaminarayan Mandir :- This mandir comes under the Narnarayan Dev Gadi. Senior devotees Gangaram Bhai jethi Sundarji Bhai, Jigneshwarbhai and others from the Bhuj region of Kutch went to Gadhada where God Swaminarayan was attending a Fuldol festival. In that festival, the devotees of Bhuj met Swaminarayan and requested him to construct a temple in Bhuj. | |||
| Visit Rani Ki Vav : Rani Ki Vav is a stepwell situated in the town of Patan in Gujarat, India.It is located on the banks of the Saraswati River. It has been listed as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India since 2014 | |||
| Visit Sun Temple, Modhera : The sanctum sanctorum is designed in a way that the first rays of rising sun lit up the image of Surya during solar equinox days and on summer solstice day, the sun shines directly above the temple at noon casting no shadow. | |||
| Ahmedabad Hotel check | |||
| Overnight stay at Ahmedabad | |||
| 6 | Dec 21, 2024 | N/A | |
| After breakfast checkout | |||
| Ahmedabad Local Sightseeing | |||
| Visiting Riverfront : Sabarmati river has been an integral part in the life of Ahmedabad since the time the city was founded in 1411 along the river banks. Besides being an important source of water, it provided a backdrop to cultural and recreational activities. During the dry seasons, the river bed became a place for farming. | |||
| Visiting Sabarmati Ashram : Sabarmati Ashram is located in the Sabarmati suburb of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, adjoining the Ashram Road, on the banks of the River Sabarmati, 4 miles from the town hall. This was one of the many residences of Mahatma Gandhi who lived at Sabarmati and Sevagram when he was not travelling across India or in prison. | |||
| Visiting Adalaj Stepwell : Adalaj Stepwell, located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, is a stunning example of Indian stepwell architecture. Built-in the 15th century, during the reign of the Vaghela dynasty, this stepwells served as a vital water source and a community gathering place. It was designed by the renowned architect Vaghela Rana Veer Singh. | |||
| Visiting Akshardham temple : This temple is located in Gandhi nagar and you may need to travel some 40 Min in a vehicle to reach here. But don't miss this chance. You are not allowed to take Mobiles or any photo equipments and thats the only negative thing but you must visit this holy place. | |||
| 4:00 PM | Drop at Ahmedabad Airport | ||
| Departure |
Package Inclusions
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Ahmedabad, Bhuj - 3 Star Hotels
- Rann of Kutch - NAC Bhunga (Village Area)
- Dholavira - Deluxe Bhunga - NAC
- Morning Breakfast (Day 2 – Day 6)
- Dinner (Day 1 -Day 5)
- All the ground transport as per itinerary
- Pick up and Drop from Ahmedabad Airport to Ahmedabad Airport
- Toll - Parking & DA
- Coordinator Support
Package Exclusions
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, tips, phone calls, laundry, etc.
- Entry ticket fee for all monuments
- Flight Tickets
- Rann Utsav permit ( This needs to be applied online, we will help )
- Any incidental and other expenses which are not specified in the inclusions
- Any personal expenses
- Any activities other than the itinerary
- Coolie / Porter / Guide Charges
- Any Entrance, Camera Charges During Sightseeing
- Extended stay or traveling due to any reason.
- Any other meals.
- Travel Insurance
- Any Kind of entry or Permission.
- Personal Expenses, Telephone, Laundry, Liquor, Tips etc
- Any other not mansion in Inclusions
- Any Jungle Safari, Bird Safari, Elephant Safari, Jeep, etc… not included in our package.
Extra Information
- Entry Fees Charges for Foreigners Would Be Different From the Indian.
- One Sightseeing visit only one time, repeated sightseeing visits chargeable basis.
- Package costing change without prior notice if there is a major change in the petrol/disel hike
- All prices are in Indian Rupees and rates are only for Indian National only.
- Please note that Early Check-inn and Late Check-out as per hotel terms and policy and its maybe chargeable.
- Please note that all big / Metro city’s hotel have small rooms compare to other area
- All Type of Tempo Traveller have last Row Sofa Seat Only.
- All Vehicle’s AC & Music Switch off During Hill Drive.
- All Sightseeing cover by walk, vehicle will go to the approachable point.
- We are not providing vehicles for Night Travel.
- Please note we offer rates as per the current fuel situation, if any major changes in fuel or costing
- Driver Will Be Acquainted with the local Language Only
- Laxmi Vilas Palace & Museum Closed on Every Monday. (Baroda)
- State of Unity all Sightseeing closed on Every Monday
- Statue of Unity Sightseeing entry tickets are available Online only, you can book in Advance only. www.soutickets.in
- Shree Akshardham Closed on Every Monday (Ahmedabad)
- Pls Carry original I’d proof and Foreigner Required original Passport and Visa Copy during the travel.
- There is no accommodation at Rann of Kutch, all accommodation near by Village Area.
- Distance from Rann of Kutch to Dhordo – 02/03km approx., Gorevalli – 06/07km approx., Hodka 15/16km approx (our stay).
- Only BSNL & Jio work normally (Not Guaranteed) at Rann of Kutch Village Area.
- For White Rann of Kutch visit permission is required, and available from Online and Bhirandiyari & Dhordo Check Post.
- Without permission, White Rann of Kutch Entry not allowed.
- Pls Carry original I’d proof and Foreigner Required original Passport and Visa Copy during the travel.
- White Rann of Kutch Visit Entry time and Exit Time as per Govt (BSF) Norms.
- Cultural Programme at Local village area Resort/home stay subject to Resort Policy.
- Only Pure Kutchi / Gujarati meals available at Rann of Kutch Area.
- Non Veg. & Liquor not allowed at Rann of Kutch area, We cannot help if Resort Team, force to check out without any refund.
- Vande Mataram Museum – Bhuj is Closed on Every Monday. (Bhuj)
- Cultural Program at Kutch Hotel will be either on day 1 /Day 2
- Long travel from Ahmedabad to Kutch
- No non Veg Food Available
- Temp will be bit high during day time and very cold during night time
Fees
₹23,000.00
Available Seats: 9
Payment Plan
| Instalment Dates | Amount |
|---|---|
| At the time of registration | ₹4600 |
| Before Aug 05, 2024 | ₹4600 |
| Before Sep 05, 2024 | ₹4600 |
| Before Oct 05, 2024 | ₹4600 |
| Before Nov 05, 2024 | ₹4600 |
| Total Amount | ₹ 23000/- |
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation fees will be applied as mentioned below.
| Date of Cancellation | Cancellation Fees |
| Before 90 days of camp | ₹ 5750 |
| Before 45 days of camp | ₹ 9200 |
| Before 30 days of camp | ₹ 13800 |
| Before 15 days of camp | ₹ 18400 |
| Within 15 days of the camp start date | ₹ 23,000 |
- Alternatively, a registered participant may transfer his/her registration to a friend without any cancellation fee.
- In case of cancellation of the program due to any gov restrictions due to COVID/ Weather, an alternate date will be provided for the same trip and no refund for that.
- In case you are not able to join the trek on the new dates, either you can send a replacement ( Without any additional cost) / You can opt for Wallet transfer,
- What is Wallet Transfer ?: The amount will move to LGFC Wallet and you can use that for any other trip. ( 2% fee will be deducted as movement charges) . Strictly there won’t be any refund to a bank account.
- Wallet transfer is applicable only for the case when a participant wont be able to join the new date on a postponed trip due to Pandemic / Weather situations
- The wallet transfer offer will only be one time , when the new date is announced. Further changes will be counted as normal cancellations and will be as per cancellation policy.
- Instalments are to be paid before due dates.
- In case when instalments are pending after the due date, the order are subjected to auto-canceled.
- There will be no refund in case of auto cancellation due to nonpayment of installment.
WHY WITH US?
1. Budget-Friendly. ( You can compare the same package with any other available itineraries)
2. Pay the total camp fee in 4 installments before the trip
3. Not just the trip, but many more things to learn and experience: We are not just providing sightseeing. Know more about India and Hidden and Ancient Stories. Our Camp Navigator will share the stories on the myths as well as the science.
4. Well Experienced Local Support Staff.
5. Plan beyond the Itinerary– In case if you want to extend the trip, we are there to help you by providing Stays contact and transportation, Talk to the coordinator of LetsGoForACamp.
