Half-day tour of Ahmedabad

6 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Situated on the banks of the River Sabarmati, Ahmedabad is the largest city of the West Indian state of Gujarat. On this day-tour, visit two of the best temples, two mosques that are major architectural marvels and a museum. Also visit the Sabarmati Ashram, the home of Mahatma Gandhi who is also known as the Father of the Nation.

Highlights:

Pink sandstone Hindu temple of Akshardham in Gandhinagar
Shaking Minarets of Sidi Bashir Mosque
Stone latticework of Sidi Saiyyed Mosque
Mahatma Gandhi’s Sabarmati Ashram
Walk on the Sabarmati Promenade

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: SITA World Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: 02 bottles of mineral water per person
Included: Local English speaking guide
Included: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Swaminarayan Akshardham

2 hours

You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to Akshardham Temple in Gandhinagar, about half an hour’s drive from Ahmedabad. Constructed in 1992, this temple built of pink sandstone is a visual delight with its intricately carved designs and landscaped gardens.
Sidi Saiyyed Mosque

one hour

Drive back to Ahmedabad and visit the 15th century Sidi Bashir Mosque, famous for its Shaking Minarets whose mystery has still not been unravelled. When one minaret is shaken, the other begins to vibrate.

Next visit the beautiful 16th century Sidi Saiyyed Mosque and take a look at its delicate stone latticed windows.
Utensils Museum

one hour Admission included

From there you have the option of either visiting the Utensil Museum or taking a look at the lovely kites at the Kite Museum. The Utensil Museum has a large collection of utensils some of which are over a thousand years old.
Gandhi Ashram

one hour

Your next stop will be the Sabarmati Ashram, from where Mahatma Gandhi started his non-violence movement and eventually led India to freedom.
Hathee Singh Jain Temple

one hour

Then drive over to the Hatheesing Jain Temple that was built in 1848 at a time when Gujarat was reeling under a famine. The construction of the temple provided livelihood for hundreds of skilled artisans.

Take a walk on the landscaped Sabarmati Promenade before you stop for lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant.

After lunch, you will be dropped back at your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Ahmedabad Ahmedabad, India See on map

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

End point

Ahmedabad Ahmedabad, India See on map

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

Pickup points

Vinnca Kanak Hotel
Hotel Abhishek
Hotel Dev Aadi
OYO 3763 Naeeka Hotel
Starz Club and Spa
Sabar Inn Hotel
The Westend
Tribecca Inn
Hotel King Palace
Hotel Golden Plaza
Hotel Sadbhav
OYO 48619 Hotel Anushri Villa

and 197 more pickup points

We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point wiithin city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.

Using your ticket

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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