Gujarat Tour Packages

10 Best Tourist Places to Explore on a Gujarat Tour

The ideal Gujarat tourism packages cover all major attractions of the state, such as Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Vadodara, Junagadh, Kutch, Bhavnagar, Rajkot and many others. Rann Utsav attracts a huge number of travelers from all over India. A jungle safari in Gir National Park allows travelers to come face to face with Asiatic lions in their natural habitat. Somnath and Porbandar are also ideal places to explore on a holiday in Gujarat. Check out here top 10 most beautiful places to visit in Gujarat

1. Sabarmati Ashram, Ahmedabad

What’s Special: History, Artefacts

Nearby Attractions: The Calico Museum of Textiles, Hutheesing Jain Temple, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial, Siddi Saiyyed Mosque, Jama Masjid, Sabarmati Riverfront

Timings: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Distance From City: 1.3 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

One of the most popular places to visit in Ahmedabad, Sabarmati Ashram is the erstwhile official residence of Mahatma Gandhi. It has now been turned into a museum, with most of his personal belongings on display.

2. Rann of Kutch

What’s Special: Cultural Shows, Festivities

Timings: Throughout the day

Major Attractions: Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary, Kutch Museum, Dholavira, Mandvi Beach, Kutch Bustard Sanctuary

Distance From City: 32 km

Transportation Option: Bus, car, car ferry, taxi

The White Desert of the Rann of Kutch is well known by all, and its mesmerizing beauty leaves nothing to the imagination. Spread across more than 30,000 sq km, the beauty of the White Desert is best seen on moonlit nights. Every year the Rann of Kutch festival is being celebrated in the month of October and lasts till February. This is the best time to visit Rann of Kutch as it becomes more lively and enchanting during this time. This carnival includes celebrations, music, food, culture, heritage walk, and a lot more. So, make sure to attend this culturally rich festival in Gujarat.

3. Lothal

What’s Special: History, Artefacts, Indus Valley Civilization

Timings: Throughout the day

Major Attractions: Acropolis, Dockyard, Archaeological Museum

Distance From City: 80 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

Lothal is one of the last remainders of the Indus Valley Civilization. Located close to Ahmedabad, Lothal is famed for the excavations that have revealed the world’s oldest known artificial dock and suggestions of trade taking place between various countries.

4. Gir National Park, Junagadh

What’s Special: Asiatic Lions

Timings: Throughout the day

Major Attractions: Junagarh Fort, Somnath Temple, Darbar Hall Museum, Uperkot Fort, Nalsarovar Lake

Distance From City: 0 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

The best place to see Asiatic lions in their natural habitat, Gir National Park is a must-visit when in the state. The place is known for its exotic flora and fauna and is amongst the most adventurous places to visit in Junagadh.

5. Dwarka

What’s Special: Shree Dwarkadhish Temple, Hindu Pilgrimage Centre

Timings: Throughout the day

Major Attractions: Shree Dwarkadhish Temple, Dwarka Beach, Shri Krishna Mandir, Rukmini Devi Temple

Distance From City: 0 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

The fabled sacred city of Lord Krishna, Dwarka is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Hindus. It is one of the four Dhams of Hindu pilgrimage destinations, and is believed to be thousands of years old. You can get this place added to your Gujarat travel plan.

6. Somnath Temple

What’s Special: Lord Shiva idol, Architecture

Nearby Attractions: Prabhas Patan Museum, Somnath Beach

Timings: 7:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Distance From City: 23 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

This is one of the holiest and the best places to visit in Gujarat. The temple has been rebuilt several times, the first-ever structure was of gold, then silver, then wood, and now the current structure stands made of stone. The temple has one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva and fetched many devotees from all over the world.

7. Ahmedabad

What’s Special: Food, Diamond cutting, Cotton textiles

Timings: Throughout the day

Major Attractions: Dada Hari Vav, Sabarmati Ashram, World Vintage Car Museum, Swaminarayan Temple, Kankaria Lake

Distance From City: 0 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

Your Gujarat trip plan would not be complete without paying a visit to Ahmedabad. It is a city with a rich heritage and rich Indian culture and traditions. The day of the International Kite Festival is one of the most marvelous sites in Ahmedabad when the sky is full of colorful kites.

8. Saputara

What’s Special: Natural Beauty, Weather

Timings: Throughout the day

Major Attractions: Hatgadh Fort, Vansda National Park, Saputara Lake, Gira Falls, Saputara Museum

Distance From City: 50 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

Amidst the city chaos and heat, the only place that comes as a relief to all the Gujaratis and also to the tourists is Sapuara. The lush green valleys and the misty air of this place is just perfect to turn your mood on. The local art and culture can be witnessed at places like tribal museums and artisan villages. Along with this, boating and cable car rides can be enjoyed at Saputara.

9. Diu

What’s Special: Portuguese Cathedral, Fortress, Fishing

Timings: Throughout the day

Major Attractions: Diu Fortress, St. Paul’s Church, Naida Caves, Diu Museum

Distance From City: 0 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

If you are a die-hard beach lover and sand, sun, and surf are what make you crazy, then we have a small island in Gujarat for you named Diu. The powdery sandy beaches of Goa that offer uninterrupted and stunning views of the sunrise and sunset is just perfect for a fun-filled crazy vacation. This is amongst the best places to add in your Gujarat tour plan.

10. Laxmi Vilas Palace

What’s Special: Stunning architecture, the grand structure

Nearby Attractions: Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum, Aurobindo Ashram, Khanderao Market, Surya Mandir, Kirti Mandir, Sursagar Lake, Sardar Patel Planetarium, Nyaya Mandir

Timings: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday closed

Distance From City: 3.1 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

Laxmi Vilas Palace is one of the marvels of Gujarat and is famous for its mighty structure and beautiful architecture. The palace is located in Vadodara and was built around 1890. The majestic palace stretches in an area of around 700 acres and attracts history buffs across the world. The palace is now home to a museum, banquets, and many other notable buildings. The museum is the center of attraction there, which exhibits paintings belonging to Raja Ravi Verma and a plethora of other artifacts of the golden era. Visit the place and appreciate the unique collection. Make sure to visit this wonder on our Gujarat holiday package.

Apart from the above, Dholavira, Kankaria Lake, Narmada Dam, the Sabarmati Riverfront, Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary, Marine National Park, Akshardham and Jama Masjid are some of the other must-visit attractions that travelers should include in their Gujarat itinerary. So, book a Gujarat travel package right away to embark on a thrilling journey to one of the most popular tourist hotspots in India.

Best Time to Visit Gujarat

Although blessed with pleasant weather all over the year, the best time to visit Gujarat is during the winter months, from November to February when the weather is cooler. The summer season also attracts its fair share of travelers, despite the dry heat. The Great Rann of Kutch and the temples of Dwarka are best visited during the winter months. So go for the Gujarat tour plan during winters to enjoy a remarkable location. Let’s see season-wise weather details of Gujarat:

Summer Season (March to June)

Summer season is not a good time to visit Gujarat as Gujarat experiences hot and dry weather during the summer months. In Particular, the north-western part of Gujarat becomes unbearable with scorching heat. One can still manage to go to Saputara in Gujarat which has a comparatively pleasant climate as it is the only hill station in Gujarat. If you want to attend the famous Kutch festival which takes place in the month of March, then you can visit Gujarat in the summer season.

Monsoon Season (July to September)

Monsoon is not an ideal time to visit Gujarat due to excessive humidity. Travelers might not feel comfortable sightseeing during the monsoon season due to excessive humidity. The temperature can even reach 35 degree Celsius with an average rainfall of 800 mm.

Winter Season (October to February)

Winter season is the best time to visit Gujarat when the temperature ranges between 12 degree Celsius to 25 degree Celsius. Gujarat sees the maximum number of tourists during this season, so be ready to see the hyped hotel rates. Rann Utsav takes place between November and February which can be enjoyed by travelers visiting Gujarat during this season. Make sure to book your tickets in advance if visiting during this season.

How To Reach Gujarat?

Gujarat is connected to all major cities of the country via air, road, and rail. Sailing to the coast of Gujarat from Mumbai or Diu is also possible, and makes for a beautiful albeit long journey.

Gujarat’s capital is Gandhinagar but Ahmedabad is the biggest city of the state. Following Ahmedabad, Surat, Rajkot and Vadodara are other important cities. All the 4 cities are very well connected by rail, road and air. So, whichever be your destination, you can directly book flights or reach via railway to then explore.

Main Airports: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport in Ahmedabad, Vadodara Airport in Vadodara and Surat International Airport Gujarat in Surat.

Gujarat holiday packages offered by TravelTriangle include a detailed itinerary which ensures that travelers enjoy a planned and organized vacation. These itineraries are specially crafted by our travel experts to cater to all possible needs of the travelers. Being a vast state, it is impossible to cover all parts of Gujarat in a short vacation. Therefore, tour itineraries included in these Gujarat holiday tour packages ensure that travelers explore all major aspects of the state, be it the vast expanses of white sands of Kutch, the holy city of Dwarka, the vibrant Gujarati culture of Ahmedabad, or the textile industry of Surat. Choose from our list of affordable tour packages for Gujarat, and gear up for an excursion that is unique in every sense so as to leave an imprint on your soul for life.