Gujarat Tour Packages

Gujarat is known for its amazing hospitality and welcoming nature. The residents are fond of relishing various street food and to satisfy their hunger, many restaurants and roadside food joints have made their way. When you are in Gujarat, make sure that you taste the various kinds of snacks, sweets, thalis, and not to forget, the aromatic street food. Some of the handpicked locations in Gujarat to relish street food are:

1. Manek Chowk: Manek Chowk is a place in old Ahmedabad which is surrounded by historical structures as well as food joints. If you want to taste the true flavours of Gujarati street food, then this is the place. You can get to taste a variety of Indian cuisines as well as some international delicacies at Manek Chowk.

2. Law Garden: Law Garden happens to be one of the bustling places in the city centre that is known for its street food and shopping destinations. Some of the most popular street foods available at this place are hot dhoklas, Vadas, pav bhaji, and other Gujarati snacks.

3. Food Truck Park: Food Truck Park is a widely held food joint that is famous for its wide variety of food items with a great ambiance. If you want to spend a delightful evening with your friends and family then this is the place that you should choose. You can get a wide range of menu here, starting from crispy snacks to delicious desserts.

4. Municipal Market: The Municipal Market is known for its authentic Punjabi flavor in the dishes. One of the must try dishes at this place is Shri Bajrang Chole Kulche. The amritsari flavour of the Chole available here will certainly win your heart.

Gujarat is a place that is known for its rich cultural heritage apart from its architectural marvels and historic sites. This dry Indian state comes into life at the times of its fairs and festivals. If you want to witness the true colours of the land, it would be better to book your Gujarat vacation packages at the time of the fairs to get the golden opportunity to spoil your soul in the amazing vibe. Some of the popular fairs and festivals in Gujarat are:

1. Rann Utsav: The Rann Utsav is known for its celebration in the White Rann, which turns the place into a wonderland. One would find folk dance performances, musical performances, local art exhibitions, handicraft bazaars, and many other adventure activities at the time of the festival in Kutch.

2. Shamlaji Melo: This fair is organised on the eve of Kartik Purnima and the fair is dedicated to both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. The fair is organised on the banks of the holy river Meshwo near the Shamlaji Temple. Pilgrims come to this fair and take a holy dip in the waters and seek blessings from the almighty.

3. Vautha Mela:  An inclusion in Gujarat tourism packages, Vautha Mela is an animal trading fare that is celebrated like Diwali by the locals. During this festival, people paint their animals, especially donkeys and camels, and dress well to garner the interest of the buyers. People visit this fair to trade donkeys and enjoy the different exhibits of handicraft stores, food stalls, and numerous other entertainment options. The actual festivities of Vautha Mela start in the evening with lively stalls, musical parties, open rides, and a lighted-up Ferris wheel.

4. Janmashtami: Janmashtami is celebrated all over the country to mark the birth of Lord Krishna. Since Dwarka is considered to be the home to Krishna’s ancient kingdom, the festival is observed in the state with great pomp and show. Dahi Handi breaking competitions are organised all over the state in which participants form a pyramid and attempt to crack the pot containing yogurt.

Rann Utsav is an amazing festival held in the Rann of Kutch area. It is undoubtedly a carnival of music and dance in the middle of the enthralling natural beauty of the white Rann. The shimmering landscapes of the Rann of Kutch under full moon offer an enchanting charm to the fest, making the entire ‘utsav’ feel dreamy and alluring. Tourists come over to Gujarat at this time of the year to explore fun-filled moments and store them in their lenses. Rann Utsav is organized from the month of October to the month of February every year, during which the visitors get a chance to enjoy a plethora of exciting activities like Camel Cart Excursion, ATV Ride, Paramotoring, Meditation, and many more.

Gujarat happens to be the land of Bapu and is a flourishing state that has a wide range of cultural diversity. The state is vibrant with its true colours of rich heritage and cultural ethnicities, which dates back to the age-old Harappan Civilization. Gujarat is a state that has become a confluence of several religions starting from Hinduism to Islam and from Jainism to Buddhism. Gujarat tour packages with well-planned itineraries can let you come across the arts, crafts, traditions, customs, institutions, language, values, and inventions of this beautiful state.

1. Vadodara: Also known as Baroda, Vadodara is one of the best places included in the Gujarat tour packages. It is a cosmopolitan city that features most of the outstanding architectural displays in the world. Being the cultural capital of the state, this city consists of numerous legendary monuments and one of the most lavish palaces in the country named the Lakshmi Villas Palace

2. Kutch: Resembling the shape of a tortoise, Kutch is one of the princely states in India renowned for its historical grand nature. It is a place in the country that constitute a vast expanse of the white salt desert. From December to February, it becomes lively due to the Rann Festival, attracting tourists to huge camp settlements with adventurous activities.

3. Bhuj: Known as the desert city, Bhuj is another place in Gujarat that you must visit on your trip. It has a long history of kingdoms, empires, and palaces from the British Raj, Gujarat Sultans, Jadeja Rajputs, and Naga chiefs. It is among the unique historical sites in the country with numerous tiny streets, temples, and traditional handicrafts.

4. Gir Somnath: Situated in Talala Gir in Gujarat, Gir National Park is home to the remaining Asiatic Lions in the world. It is a great place to experience the ecosystem that plays a significant role in the preservation and sustaining of a certain species. Besides lions, you will find chinkara, chausingha, hyena, leopard, sambar deer, and spotter deer in the national park. 

5. Statue of Unity- The Statue of Unity is the memorial of Sardar Vallabhai Patel, who is also known as the Iron Man of India. This statue was constructed to propagate Sardar’s vision of India and motivate the citizens through his freedom struggle. Regarded as the tallest statue in the world, it is surrounded by clean industries, educational institutions, and research facilities.

The cuisine of Gujarat is as vibrant and colourful as its cultures and heritage. Gujarat is much more than just Dhokla, Khakhra and Thalis. The cuisine of the state varies as one moves from one part to another. There are four main regions in Gujarat, namely Surat, North Gujarat, Kachchh, and Kathiawad and each region has its own speciality when it comes to food. The must-try local delicacies of the state include Khandvi, Thepla, Undhiyu, Sev Tameta nu Shak, Fafda-Jalebi, Murghanu Shaak, Dabeli, Gathiya, and Gujarati Kadhi.

Some of the best places to taste Gujarati Cuisine are as follows:

- Pol Kholi.
- Green House Cafe.
- Vishala.
- Rajwadu.

If you want to make the most out of your Gujarat trip, pick one of the best-selling Gujarat vacation packages with this simple itinerary that will take you through the state’s important places of tourist interest and offer you a surreal experience.

Day 1: You will arrive in Ahmedabad, which is the state capital of Gujarat. After checking in to the hotel and getting refreshed, you can visit Calico Museum, Gandhi Ashram, Akshardham Temple, and Adalaj Stepwell in Gandhinagar.

Day 2: On the second day of the trip, you can drive up to Rajkot, which is about 500 km from Ahmedabad. On the way, you can visit Virpur Temple for worship.

Day 3: On the third day of the trip, you can drive up to Somnath and in the evening you can visit the Somnath temple and witness the divine aarti.

Day 4: After having your breakfast at the hotel, you can head out in the direction of Dwarka, which is about 230 km. On the way to Dwarka, you can visit Porbandar and many other scenic locations.

Day 5: On the fifth day of the trip, you can visit all the places of tourist interest in and around Dwarka.

Day 6: You can have your breakfast at the hotel and then head out in the direction of Jamnagar. After reaching the Jamnagar airport, you can catch your return flight for your onward journey.