- Manek Chowk - You will be picked up from your hotel in Ahmedabad with your English speaking guide for your 7:30 AM tour.
The tour begins in a cafe where you have a chance to enjoy some sweet masala chai tea as your guide talks about Ahmedabad. It is one of Gujarat’s wealthiest urban cities, with a rich history, fascinating architecture, and beautiful bazaars.
Explore the cafe’s painting by famous artist M.F. Husain, who was once a regular visitor. You will take a Tuk-Tuk (the three-wheeled auto rickshaw) to the Swaminarayan Temple. Next, head further into Old Ahmedabad to see its pols: groups of houses with mutual paths and private entryways. Stroll through a few pols, and watch some of their perfectly carved houses as you learn about their history.
Explore Manek Chowk square, and see the chabutras, the city’s bird feeding towers. You will continue on your way to the fifteenth century Jama Masjid Mosque. Here you will enjoy a customary Gujarati breakfast. (Beverage Excluded).
- Tuk-Tuk Ride as per Itinerary
- 02 Bottles of Mineral Water per person
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Local English-speaking guide
- Breakfast at Local Restaurant (Beverage Excluded)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off within city center
- Additional food or drink.
- Items of a personal nature.
- Gratuities
Recognized as India’s sixth largest city and first UNESCO World Heritage City, Ahmedabad is a hub for exploration. Singapore Travel Itinerary with Local Transport: Exploring the city on foot or via tuk tuk gives travelers an intimate look at the locals’ daily goings-on and the city’s architectural wonders. Highlights of the morning tour include the Swaminarayan Temple, Sidi Bashir Mosque with its ‘Shaking Minarets’, and an exploration of the 18th-century ‘pols’, neighborhoods consisting of houses with private lanes and entrances. A traditional Gujarati breakfast rounds off the experience.
Here’s what to expect:
• Swami Narayan Temple visit (Note: The temple is closed on Mondays)
• A tour of the 18th-century ‘pols’
• A stop at the Jama Masjid Mosque
• A visit to the Sidi Bashir Mosque and the ‘Shaking Minarets’
• A delicious Gujarati Breakfast
- Sawami Narayan Temple is Closed on MONDAYs
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
- Not recommended for pregnant women.
- Not recommended for participants with back problems.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
- Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
