Discover the rich cultural heritage of Ahmedabad on a half-day tour. Explore magnificent temples, mosques, and Mahatma Gandhi’s Sabarmati Ashram, and take a leisurely walk along the Sabarmati Promenade.
Discover the rich cultural heritage of Ahmedabad on a half-day tour. Explore magnificent temples, mosques, and Mahatma Gandhi’s Sabarmati Ashram, and take a leisurely walk along the Sabarmati Promenade.
- Swaminarayan Akshardham - Guests will be collected from their hotel and transported to the Akshardham Temple in Gandhinagar, approximately a 30-minute drive from Ahmedabad. Established in 1992, this temple, crafted from pink sandstone, is a visual marvel with its intricately carved designs and beautifully landscaped gardens.
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- Swaminarayan Akshardham - Guests will be collected from their hotel and transported to the Akshardham Temple in Gandhinagar, approximately a 30-minute drive from Ahmedabad. Established in 1992, this temple, crafted from pink sandstone, is a visual marvel with its intricately carved designs and beautifully landscaped gardens.
- Sidi Saiyyed Mosque - Return to Ahmedabad to explore the 15th-century Sidi Bashir Mosque, renowned for its Shaking Minarets, a mystery yet to be solved. When one minaret is moved, the other begins to vibrate.
Next, visit the exquisite 16th-century Sidi Saiyyed Mosque and admire its intricate stone lattice windows.
- Utensils Museum - From there, choose between visiting the Utensil Museum or admiring the charming kites at the Kite Museum. The Utensil Museum boasts a vast collection of utensils, some over a thousand years old.
- Gandhi Ashram - The following stop is the Sabarmati Ashram, the starting point of Mahatma Gandhi’s non-violence movement, which eventually led India to independence.
- Hathee Singh Jain Temple - Then, proceed to the Hatheesing Jain Temple, constructed in 1848 during a famine in Gujarat. The temple’s construction provided employment for hundreds of skilled artisans.
Stroll along the landscaped Sabarmati Promenade before enjoying lunch (at your own expense) at a local restaurant.
After lunch, guests will be returned to their hotel.
- Bottled water
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Local English speaking guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Bottled water
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Local English speaking guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Located along the Sabarmati River, Ahmedabad holds the title of the most populous city in the Western Indian state of Gujarat. This one-day excursion takes you to two remarkable temples, two mosques exhibiting splendid architecture, and a museum. You’ll also make a stop at Sabarmati Ashram, the dwelling of Mahatma Gandhi, fondly remembered as the Father…
Located along the Sabarmati River, Ahmedabad holds the title of the most populous city in the Western Indian state of Gujarat. This one-day excursion takes you to two remarkable temples, two mosques exhibiting splendid architecture, and a museum. You’ll also make a stop at Sabarmati Ashram, the dwelling of Mahatma Gandhi, fondly remembered as the Father of the Nation.
Highlights:
• The pink-tinged Akshardham Hindu temple situated in Gandhinagar
• The swaying Minarets of Sidi Bashir Mosque
• The stone lattice design of Sidi Saiyyed Mosque
• The residence of Mahatma Gandhi, Sabarmati Ashram
• A stroll along the Sabarmati Promenade
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Akshardham, Kite Museum and Veechar Utensil Museum are closed on Mondays
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
