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Explore Ahmedabad Spiritual Sites – A Private Tour with Akshardham Temple
- Duration8 hours
- Max Travelers8 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryBus Tours, Car Tours
Overview
Ahmedabad is the sixth largest city in India, and it’s first UNESCO World Heritage City. Your private tour with a local English speaking guide will take you to some of the best attractions and memorials in this ancient city. Your tour includes the Jama Maszid, the Sidi Saiyed Mosque, the Adalaj Stepwell and the Akshardham Temple.
Highlights:
• Jama Maszid
• Sidi Saiyed Mosque
• Adalaj Stepwell
• Akshardham Temple (Akshardham Remains Closed On Every Monday)
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What's included
02 Bottles of Mineral Water Per Person.
English Speaking Local Guide.
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle.
Hotel pickup and drop-off within Ahmedabad city center.
What's Not included
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified.
Items of a personal nature
Itinerary
You will be picked up from your hotel in Ahmedabadu2019s city center. u00a0Your local English Speaking guide will begin the tour at 8:00 AM. The first stop on the tour will be the Jama Masjid of Ahmedabad (Friday Mosque). u00a0It was built in 1423 during the reign of Ahmedabadu2019s founder Ahmed Shah I. While all around the mosque lies the hectic frenzy of the old city-center, step through the gates and the urban chaos falls away, leaving you standing in a refuge of profound serenity.nnNext, you will visit Sidi Saiyed Mosque. u00a0It was built in 1573 by Sidi Saiyyed, an Abyssinian in the entourage of Bilal Jhajar Khan, a General in the armed forces of the last Sultan. The mosqueu2019s famous u201cTree of Life Jaliu201d or lattice work done on the semicircular arch windows has come to symbolize the grandeur of the city. u00a0From here, you will visit the Hathee Singh Jain Temple.
Continue to explore the Sabarmati Ashram (also known as the Gandhi Ashram), which is situated in a suburb of Ahmedabad on the banks of the River Sabarmati. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, (known as Mahatma Gandhi), lived here for close to twelve years.nnYou will have time for a lunch at a local restaurant. (Under Own Expenses).
After lunch, continue to the Adalaj Stepwell to see a Hindu water storage in the town of Adalaj. The 5-story Stepwell was built in 1499 by the Muslim ruler Mohammed Begda. The stepwells were once necessary to the semiarid districts of Gujarat as they provided essential water for drinking, washing and bathing. These wells were also settings for celebrations and holy ceremonies.
Your tour continues to Akshardham Temple, a Swaminarayan sanctuary complex. This Hindu temple complex took 13 years to build and is a tribute to Lord Swaminarayan and his teachings. u00a0nnYour tour concludes with you being driven back to your hotel in central Ahmedabad.
Good to know
Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s 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
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
Not recommended for pregnant women.
Not recommended for participants with back problems.
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes and sunglasses/sunscreen with hats or scarf for ladies are highly recommended
Akshardham Temple is closed on Mondays.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.