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The northern state of Gujarat is home to remote villages where tribal communities have been living for centuries and are still practicing an ancient way of life. In Gujarat, you will meet people from the Kutch, Rabari, Meghwal and Muthwa communities and see first-hand how they produce their renowned intricate and delicate textiles. Other highlights in Gujarat include a visit to Gandhi’s former residence and salt marshland of the Rann of Kutch. Take a guided tour of the historic cities of Bhuj, Ahmedabad, enjoying ancient sights and beautiful textile displays. Visit the amazingly jeweled Taj Mahal and delight in the spectacular sights. The tour also takes you to Lucknow to discover some fascinating historical sights and see exquisite embroideries being worked by local women. This wonderful tour takes you off the well-worn tourist path to discover the hidden gems and beautiful fabric treasures of India.
Itinerary
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On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Manager who will assist with the transfer to the hotel for two nights stay in Mumbai.
Morning explore India’s city of superlatives on a full-day sightseeing tour of Mumbai. Cross the Gateway of India, overlooking Mumbai’s busy Harbour. See the Prince of Wales Museum, Marine Drive, and the extraordinary Dhobi Ghat, Mumbai’s unique and outdoor laundry. Afternoon you may choose to stroll across Fashion Street, a stretch famous for its export clothing and accessories. Later drive past Marine Drive also known as the Queen’s Necklace.
Morning with packed breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for an early morning flight to Bhuj. Later in the day, visit the Kutch Museum and Bhuj market area. The craftsmen in and around Bhuj have good hands-on Khadi work, block print, tie and dye, colourful thread work and embroidery work. Also, the handloom products of Bhuj are famous all over because of their finished intricate mirror work and brilliant colour combinations. Stay two nights in Bhuj.
After breakfast, go on an excursion to Nirona village, home to 300-yearold crafts. The women here create an extremely fine style of embroidery that is patterned around a tiny mirror. Continue onwards to the Great Rann of Kutch, which is one of the largest salt deserts in the world with an approx. area of around 10,000 km sq.
Travel to Bhuj, en-route visiting Bhujodi and Ajrakhpur village (nomadic Rabari tribe who weave camel wool), a village skilled in traditional Bandhani (tie & dye), block-printing, Piltoom weaving, Mewada Embroidery & Wood Carving. Here you can view live demonstrations and buy anything from shawls to blankets from the artisans directly. Stay overnight in Bajana.
Morning an excursion to Patan to see the Patola weaving of double Ikat (by the Salvi family who is a national award winner and the only ones in India to do this work). Patola very appearance lures the connoisseur of fine textiles. It has no reverse side, both sides have equal intensity of colour and design.
Morning transfer to board a short flight to Lucknow. Known as ’The City of Nawabs’, this bustling city is home to some fascinating bazaars and amazing food. In the evening enjoy a walking food tour which allows you to hop in, hop out of the world-famous traditional roadside eateries. Stay two nights in Lucknow.
Enjoy a city sightseeing tour of Lucknow and visit Bada Imambara and a chikan (traditional embroidery) workshop as you watch skilled workers delicately working in unique styles and stitches on very light cotton cloths. Conclude your day by relishing Awadhi Cuisine the cooking pattern of Lucknow.
Travel to Agra, home of the Taj Mahal. Afternoon visit the impressive 16th century Agra Fort a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Itmad-Ud-Daula mausoleum will stun you with ‘Pietra Dura’ inlay and lattice marble screens. Enjoy live music with dinner offering varieties of cuisine from Amritsar to Lahore, cooked in their unique style. Stay overnight in Agra.
Early morning visit the Taj Mahal, the world’s greatest monument of love and devotion with its superb craftsmanship of semi-precious stones inlaid into the marble in beautiful patterns. After breakfast travel to Delhi. The tour finishes with a direct transfer to the international airport.
Inclusion
11 Nights deluxe accommodation
Travel by chartered air-conditioned vehicle
Group assistance and transfers
Sightseeing as specified
Meals as specified
THO Tour Manager (minimum 07 people)
Monument entrance fees
Walking food tour in Lucknow, Airfare Mumbai – Bhuj and Ahmedabad – Lucknow in economy class
Bottled water while travelling
All current collectable taxes.
Exclusion
Any International or Domestic Airfare
Airport taxes and Visa fee
Early check-in or late check-out
Meals other than specified above
Tips & Gratuities
Travel & Medical Insurance
Camera and video permits
Expenses incurred due to flight/train cancellation or delay
Any expense of a personal nature, like drinks, laundry, telephone calls, mini bar, etc
Any optional excursion or tour
Any other expense not mentioned in the prices include column
