Gujarat Tour Packages
Gujarat is the only place in the world where Asiatic lions live in the wild, at Gir.
Gujarat at a glance
- RegionWest India, India
- CapitalGandhinagar
- Time zoneIndian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
- Driving sideLeft
- Calling code+91
- CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
- LanguagesGujarati
- Emergency112 (all emergencies)
Best time to visit: November to February
Top Gujarat travel packages
A few of our Gujarat itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Festival and seasonal tripsAhmedabad · Rann of KutchRann of Kutch Festival Trip5 Days | 4 Nights
Wildlife safarisGir National Park · SomnathGir Lions & Somnath4 Days | 3 Nights
Pilgrimage toursDwarka · SomnathDwarka & Somnath Pilgrimage4 Days | 3 Nights
Cultural holidaysAhmedabad · Rann of Kutch · Dwarka ·…Gujarat Grand Tour8 Days | 7 NightsEssential tips for travelling to Gujarat
UPI and cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels; keep some cash for small shops, rural areas, hill towns and tips.
Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
112 (all emergencies)
Languages spoken: Gujarati.
Ahmedabad is the main airport, with Bhuj, Rajkot and Kevadia for regional travel. Roads are good; plan full days for the long drives.
Gir National Park is closed from mid-June to mid-October; safari permits sell out early for winter weekends.
Gujarat is a dry state; alcohol permits are available for visitors at some hotels.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
Where is Gujarat?
Open a larger map → · The map frames the 8 places we cover in Gujarat.
- Ahmedabad23.02°, 72.57°
- Rann of Kutch23.85°, 69.66°
- Gir National Park21.12°, 70.82°
- Dwarka22.24°, 68.97°
- Somnath20.89°, 70.40°
- Statue of Unity (Ekta Nagar)21.84°, 73.72°
- Vadodara22.31°, 73.18°
- Palitana21.52°, 71.82°
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Everything you need to know about Gujarat
Gujarat is the only place in the world where Asiatic lions live in the wild, at Gir. It also has the white salt desert of the Rann of Kutch, the old city of Ahmedabad (India's first UNESCO World Heritage City), the temples of Dwarka and Somnath, and the Statue of Unity.
We plan trips to 8 destinations in Gujarat: Ahmedabad, Rann of Kutch, Gir National Park, Dwarka, Somnath and Statue of Unity (Ekta Nagar) and more. Highlights include Sabarmati Ashram, White Rann at Dhordo, Gir jungle safari, Dwarkadhish Temple and Somnath Temple. Local food worth trying: Gujarati thali, Khaman and dhokla, Fafda-jalebi and Khichu. Our Gujarat itineraries run from 3 to 8 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
November to February. Cool desert nights for the Rann Utsav and comfortable safari weather at Gir.
Getting around
Ahmedabad is the main airport, with Bhuj, Rajkot and Kevadia for regional travel. Roads are good; plan full days for the long drives.
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
5D / 4NAhmedabad · Rann of KutchRann of Kutch Festival Trip
Full-moon nights on the white salt desert, Rann Utsav tents, Kutch's craft villages and the old capital Bhuj.
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4D / 3NGir National Park · SomnathGir Lions & Somnath
Asiatic lion safaris in Gir National Park followed by the seaside jyotirlinga at Somnath and its evening light show.
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4D / 3NDwarka · SomnathDwarka & Somnath Pilgrimage
Two of India's holiest coastal shrines: Dwarkadhish, Bet Dwarka and Nageshwar, then Somnath's temple on the Arabian Sea.
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8D / 7NAhmedabad · Rann of Kutch · Dwarka · SomnathGujarat Grand Tour
Ahmedabad's heritage walk, the Rann, the temple coast and lion country in eight days across Gujarat.
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3D / 2NAhmedabad · Statue of Unity (Ekta Nagar)Statue of Unity & Ahmedabad
Sabarmati Ashram and the old city of Ahmedabad, then the world's tallest statue, the Narmada dam and the evening laser show.
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3D / 2NAhmedabadAhmedabad Heritage Weekend
The dawn heritage walk through the pols, Adalaj step well, Sidi Saiyyed's jali and Manek Chowk's night food market.
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5D / 4NRann of KutchKutch Crafts & Desert
A slower Kutch trip with time in the weaving and embroidery villages, Kalo Dungar, Mandvi's palace and two nights near the White Rann.
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4D / 3NVadodara · Statue of Unity (Ekta Nagar)Vadodara & Statue of Unity
Laxmi Vilas Palace and the UNESCO site of Champaner-Pavagadh, then the Statue of Unity at Kevadia.
View itinerary →3D / 2NPalitanaPalitana Shatrunjaya Yatra
Two nights at Palitana for the pre-dawn climb of Shatrunjaya Hill to its 800 Jain temples, with a doli arranged for those who cannot climb.
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Places to visit in Gujarat
GujaratAhmedabad
Ahmedabad's walled city was India's first UNESCO World Heritage City, with carved wooden pols, step wells and Indo-Islamic mosques.
GujaratRann of Kutch
The Great Rann of Kutch is a vast white salt desert that glows under the full moon.
GujaratGir National Park
Gir is the last home of the Asiatic lion, whose numbers have grown steadily thanks to decades of protection.
GujaratDwarka
Dwarka is one of the Char Dham pilgrimages and is believed to be the kingdom of Lord Krishna.
GujaratSomnath
Somnath is the first of the twelve jyotirlingas, a temple rebuilt many times through history and now standing on the Arabian Sea shore.
GujaratStatue of Unity (Ekta Nagar)
Ekta Nagar (Kevadia) is home to the Statue of Unity, the world's tallest statue at 182 metres, honouring Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
GujaratVadodara
Vadodara (Baroda) was the capital of the Gaekwad rulers, and its Laxmi Vilas Palace is said to be four times the size of Buckingham Palace.
GujaratPalitana
Palitana is the holiest place in the Jain faith.
Top attractions in Gujarat
Wildlife in Gujarat
Wildlife experiences
Sightings depend on season and luck and are never guaranteed. Keep your distance, stay with licensed guides and never feed wild animals.
Cultural experiences in Gujarat
Heritage and landmarks
Experiences
- Night food market
- Kite festival (January)
- Textile shopping
- Temple darshan
- Evening aarti
- Sound-and-light show
- Laser show
- Jain food in town
Festivals and events marked with months happen only at those times of year; dates vary, so ask us before you plan around one.
On the menuFood to try
- Gujarati thali
- Khaman and dhokla
- Fafda-jalebi
- Khichu
- Kutchi dabeli
- Bajra rotla with ghee and jaggery
- Kutchi kadhi
- Kathiyawadi thali
- Sev tameta nu shaak
- Ringan no olo
- Prasad
- Fafda
Outdoor activities in Gujarat
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Gujarat: November to February. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Gujarat travel tips
Visa and entry
Indian citizens do not need a visa; carry a government photo ID such as Aadhaar or a passport for hotels and flights.
Health and safety
Travel insurance is a good idea, especially for adventure activities. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Best time to visit
November to February. Cool desert nights for the Rann Utsav and comfortable safari weather at Gir.
Getting around
Ahmedabad is the main airport, with Bhuj, Rajkot and Kevadia for regional travel. Roads are good; plan full days for the long drives.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Mobile data is good in towns and cities. Coverage can be patchy in remote, hill and forest areas, so download offline maps before you set off.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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