Explore the cultural beauty and natural treasures of Kutch through this brief yet enjoyable itinerary. Start from Bhuj by visiting Aina Mahal, Prag Mahal, and Kutch Museum. Take in the stunning sunset at White Rann of Kutch, experience the tribal culture at Banni villages, and gaze at the panoramic sceneries from Kala Dungar, the highest point of Kutch. Get to see the rural charm of Dhordo in its old mud houses and colorful handicrafts. Finish the tour at Mandvi, where you may relax at virgin beaches and see the majestic Vijay Vilas Palace. An idyllic combination of culture, heritage, and sceneries.
Arrives at Ahmedabad, meet to greet and drive to Bhuj, en route visit Ajrakhpur to see the block printing by tribe, Dhaneti to observe the embroidery by the Ahir tribe and Bhujodi to view the weavers from the Vankar tribe. These block printing villages are home to the famous Ajrakh craftsmen of the region. The latter is far from Bhuj and was largely destroyed by the earthquake, but there are still some great craftsmen and their workshops to visit there. In Ajrakhpur, the famous Dr. Ismail Katri (for most of the practitioners are Katris), and his sons are friendly and make incredibly beautiful prints. But walking around and meeting the other craftmen is a must – there is great diversity in the craft. Continue drive to Bhuj & transfer to hotel. Evening visit local area market. O/n stay at Bhuj.
Morning breakfast after proceed to Rann Utsav Tent city, afternoon leisure at Rann Utsav City, evening proceed to White Rann In the evening, Enjoy the Camel ride & Horse Ride and Sunset view. White Rann:- North part of kutch is the Great Rann - it has many moods and appereances which change from dawn to dusk. Salt crystals dazzle like millions of daimonds under the scraching sun. Its still vastness is eerie under the bluish glow of the full moon. During a thunderstrom at night it flashes brilliantly. Rann has vast area about 4000 kms. Overnight stay at Tent city
Morning after breakfast proceeds to Banni village en-route take a permit to visit Banni Tribal area at Bhrindyara check post. (Please all clients to need to obtain the permit)Later proceed to Banni Village to see various people like Jat, Harijan, Meghawal and Mutva etc in various villages like Hodka, Ludiya and Dhordo. Banni means “a cluster of village”. In Banni area of Kutch the Meghwal-Harijans who migrated from Rajasthan use Khambira, Kharek, Kudi Stiches in their embroidery. Also outline and satin stitch embroidery of the area and very minute mirror designs similar to the famous Mutwa embroidery of the area. They make wall hangings, waistcoats and pouches in Kharek Stich and do 'Moti Bharat' or beadwork on handheld fans, bracelets, toys and belts. After visit HODKA village – Hodka derives from the Gujarati word ‘Hodi’which means ‘boat’. Since, the villages here are called jheels, where potable water is available. Hodka is famous for its beautiful embroidery and mud work as much as Leather craft. Both men and women are actively involved in developing the art and craft tradition of the region. Visit LUDIYA village- Harijans and Muslims are main communities in this village. The main occupations are: monsoon farming, cattle rearing, intricate wood carving, intricate embroidery work, mud-work and wall painting for decorating homes. Harijan men are involved with wood carving, the women take up embroidery and wall-decoration. Visits to DHORDO to see beautiful traditional mud houses (Bhungas) with mirror work and its fine Mutwa embroidery with tiny mirrors. Later visit Kalo Dungar & Khavada... O/n stay at Bhuj.
Morning drive to Mandvi... Evening leisure at mandvi beach. Overnight stay at Mandvi
Morning breakfast after visit Vijay Vilas palace... Afternoon proceed to Ahmedabad, Overnight stay at Ahmedabad
Morning after breakfast visit Akshardham Temple... Later transfer to airport / railway station for onward journey.