Customised holidayTR-W26-GJ-17
Kutch and MandviGujarat in 4 nights
- 5 Days · 4 Nights
- India · 2 Cities
- Rates reconfirmed at booking
- Any date you choose
Bhuj (3N)Mandvi (1N)
View day-wise itinerary →Holiday includes
- Hotel
- Meals
- Sightseeing
- Transport
- FlightsOptional
Private car and driver throughout. Prafull plans and answers every message himself.
Holiday highlights
- Sunset on the White Rann
- Nirona's craft village and Kalo Dungar
- Lakhpat, Narayan Sarovar and Koteshwar
- Mandvi's palace and dhow yards
Itinerary (day wise)
Three nights in Bhuj for the White Rann, the craft villages and the far west of Kutch, and a night by the sea in Mandvi.
Day 1Arrive in Ahmedabad, drive to Bhuj
350 km · about 6 hours
Your driver meets you at Ahmedabad airport or station for the drive to Bhuj, capital of Kutch. In the afternoon, visit Smritivan, the memorial and museum to the 2001 earthquake, and Hamirsar Lake.
No meals included today Overnight: Bhuj
Day 2Lakhpat, Narayan Sarovar and Koteshwar
A full day, about 300 km round trip
A long day out to the far west of Kutch: the walled ghost town of Lakhpat, the sacred lake of Narayan Sarovar, the Koteshwar temple on the edge of the Rann, and the Ashapura Mata temple at Mata no Madh. Back to Bhuj for the night.
Breakfast Overnight: Bhuj
Day 3Nirona, Kalo Dungar and the White Rann
Visit Nirona, a village of craftsmen known for Rogan painting and copper bells, then drive up Kalo Dungar, the highest point in Kutch, for the view over the Rann. End at the White Rann near Dhordo, the salt desert, for sunset (an entry permit is needed; we arrange it, and it is paid there).
Breakfast Overnight: Bhuj
Day 4Bhuj to Mandvi
About 60 km · 1.5 hours
Drive to Mandvi on the coast, where wooden dhows are still built by hand. See the Vijay Vilas Palace, the Jain temples and the Shyamji Krishna Varma memorial, and spend the evening on Mandvi beach.
Breakfast Overnight: Mandvi
Day 5Mandvi to Bhuj, and home
About 60 km · 1.5 hours
After breakfast, drive back to Bhuj for your flight or train home.
Breakfast
Tour details
Accommodation
Choose the hotel category. The same route and sightseeing in every category.
| City | 3-star hotels |
|---|---|
| Bhuj3 nights | Standard 3-star hotel / or similar |
| Mandvi1 night | Standard 3-star hotel / or similar |
Hotels are standard 3-star properties, named when you book. Breakfast is included.
Package cost
Price per adult on twin sharing, by the number of adults travelling together, in 3-star hotels. Land only.
| Hotel category | 2 adults, sedan | 4 adults, Innova Crysta | 6 adults, Innova Crysta | 8 adults, tempo | 10 adults, tempo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-star | ₹25,100 | ₹22,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,200 | ₹22,400 |
Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver: a sedan for 2, a Toyota Innova Crysta for 4 or 6, and a 12-seat Tempo Traveller for 8 or 10. As per the itinerary.
Rates in INR per person on twin sharing. GST 5% extra. Prices are reconfirmed for your dates when you enquire.
Optional add-ons
Not in the package price. Add them when you book.
| Upgrade or extra | Price |
|---|---|
| Dinner every eveningAdded to the hotel booking | On request |
| 4-star or 5-star hotelsUpgrades in some or all towns | On request |
Tour information
Read this to prepare for your holiday.
Tour inclusions
- Hotel stay on twin sharing in 3-star hotels
- Breakfast every day, from the second morning
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Driver's charges, tolls, parking and border taxes
Tour exclusions
- GST 5%
- Flights or trains to Ahmedabad and home from Bhuj
- Temple, monument and museum entry fees, camera fees and guides
- Safari permits, ropeway, boat and light-show tickets
- Lunches and dinners
- Personal expenses, tips, drinks and laundry
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Good to know
- Prices are per person, for travellers sharing a room, and depend on how many travel together. They are based on our partner's latest tariff and are reconfirmed for your dates when you enquire; festival dates such as Diwali, Navratri and Janmashtami may cost more.
- Hotels are standard 3-star properties, named when you book. Rates for an extra bed, a child or a single traveller are on request.
- Drives in Gujarat are long, often 5 to 10 hours on travel days. Roads are good, and the driver stops for meals and rest.
- The White Rann is at its best from November to February, when the salt is white and firm; a permit is needed to enter.
When to go
October to March. Cool, dry days for long drives and temple visits; the White Rann is at its best from November to February, and Gir reopens in mid-October. April to June is very hot, and the monsoon arrives in late June.
Our favourite months
Cancellation policy & payment terms
Payment terms
| At the time of booking | 50% of the package cost, to confirm the booking |
|---|---|
| At least 30 days before travel | Balance 50% of the package cost |
Cancellation charges
| 45 days or more | 10% of the package cost |
|---|---|
| 44 – 30 days | 25% of the package cost |
| 29 – 15 days | 50% of the package cost |
| 14 – 7 days | 75% of the package cost |
| Less than 7 days / no-show | 100% of the package cost |
- Flights, trains and houseboats are paid in full at the time of ticketing or confirmation.
- Payments by bank transfer (NEFT / RTGS / IMPS), UPI or cheque in favour of TripRoutes. Card payments may carry a convenience fee.
- GST 5% is charged on the package cost as per government rules. On international holidays, TCS also applies as per government rules.
- Cancellation charges are per person, counted from the date of departure.
- Cancellations must be sent in writing by email or WhatsApp; the date we receive it is the cancellation date.
- Air and train tickets are refunded as per the airline / railway rules, plus our service charge.
- Visa fees, insurance premiums and non-refundable hotel or houseboat bookings (peak dates, special events) are not refundable.
- Refunds are processed within 15 working days of receiving supplier refunds.
- There is no refund for services not used during the holiday.
- Hotels may ask for a refundable security deposit at check-in, paid directly to the hotel.
- Prices are subject to availability at the time of booking.
- TripRoutes is not liable for changes caused by weather, strikes, roadblocks, flight delays or government orders; extra costs arising are payable by the guest.
Questions about this holiday
How much does the Kutch and Mandvi trip cost?
The 4-night Kutch and Mandvi holiday starts at ₹25,100 per person on twin sharing for 2 adults, sedan in 3-star hotels ( hotels), land only. The price per person changes with the number of adults travelling together. GST (5%) is extra. Flights are quoted for your dates.
What is the best time for this Gujarat trip?
October to March. Cool, dry days for long drives and temple visits; the White Rann is at its best from November to February, and Gir reopens in mid-October. April to June is very hot, and the monsoon arrives in late June.
Can this itinerary be changed?
Yes. Every TripRoutes trip is private, so we can add or remove nights, swap Bhuj or any other stop, change hotels, or adjust the pace.
How many days do you need for Gujarat?
Three nights covers Dwarka and Somnath. Four or five nights adds Gir, Diu or Nishkalank. With a week you can add Ahmedabad and the Statue of Unity, and with two weeks Kutch and the White Rann as well.
What is the best time to visit Gujarat?
October to March. The White Rann is best from November to February, and Gir National Park opens from mid-October to mid-June.
Gujarat
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Plan with Prafull
Make this holiday yours
Tell Prafull your dates and who is coming. He will send a revised plan and an exact price, usually within a few hours.
- WhatsApp +91 91673 84834
- Call +91 74800 66666
- prafull.pitale@triproutes.in
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