Statue of Unity Tour

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2/25/20262 min read

Overview

This 4-day trip is an easy way to see some great parts of Gujarat! You'll start by exploring Ahmedabad's interesting places, then discover old historical sites at Champaner-Pavagadh, and finally, be amazed by the huge Statue of Unity. It's a short, fun journey packed with different sights.

Highlights▴

1. Enjoy local sightseeing in Vadodara after breakfast.

2. Visit the expansive Sayaji Baug.

3. Explore the magnificent Lakshmi Vilas Palace.

4. Proceed to Ahmedabad after sightseeing in Vadodara.

5. Get a convenient drop-off at Ahmedabad Railway Station or Airport.

Itinerary

Day 1Ahmedabad Pick up – Local Sightseeing – Ahmedabad (100km / 02 hrs)

5 Sightseeing

🛏️Ahmedabad

Upon arrival in Ahmedabad, get picked up and proceed with local sightseeing. Visit the City Museum, Hathisingh Jain Temple, Adalaj Stepwell, and Akshardham Temple (closed Mondays). Conclude your day at the Gandhi Ashram. Overnight stay in Ahmedabad.

Sightseeing: City Museum, Hathisingh Jain Temple, Adalaj Stepwell, Akshardham (closed Monday), Gandhi Ashram

Day 2Ahmedabad – Champaner – Pavagadh – Vadodara

2 Sightseeing

Breakfast🛏️Vadodara

After breakfast, travel to Champaner-Pavagadh, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore its historical and architectural sites, including the hilltop Goddess Kali Temple at Pavagadh. In the evening, arrive in Vadodara for your overnight stay.

Sightseeing: Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, Goddess Kali Temple (Pavagadh hilltop)

Day 3Vadodara – Statue of Unity – Vadodara

2 Sightseeing

Breakfast🛏️Vadodara

Today, after an early breakfast, proceed to the Statue of Unity, the world's tallest statue (182 meters). Located on a river island facing the Sardar Sarovar Dam (closed Mondays), enjoy your awe-inspiring visit. Return to Vadodara for overnight stay.

Sightseeing: Statue of Unity, Sardar Sarovar Dam (view)

Day 4Vadodara Local Sightseeing – Ahmedabad Drop

Breakfast

After breakfast and check-out from Vadodara, enjoy local sightseeing. Visit Sayaji Baug and the magnificent Lakshmi Vilas Palace. Afterwards, proceed to Ahmedabad for convenient drop-off at the Railway Station or Airport for your onward journey.

Sightseeing: Sayaji Baug, Lakshmi Vilas Palace

Additional Info

What’s Included:

1. Private vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary

2. Accommodation in chosen hotel category (well-appointed rooms)

3. Daily breakfast at the hotel

4. Return airport/railway station transfers

5. Sightseeing as per the itinerary

6. One bottled water per person per day

What’s Not Included:

1. Personal expenses (laundry, minibar, room service, telephone, etc.)

2. Entrance fees, monuments/parks tickets, guide charges, camera/pony/doli/boat rides, etc.

3. Meals not mentioned in the itinerary

4. Expenses arising from natural calamities, roadblocks, strikes, or political disturbances

5. Airfare, train fare, or other travel unless specified 6. 5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)