Discover Ahmedabad By Foot and Tuk-Tuk
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Discover Ahmedabad By Foot and Tuk-Tuk
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Apr 27
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Apr 29
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Apr 30
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1-8 Travelers
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Price per person for 1-8 travelers
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USD 336.27
Highlights
Ahmedabad is the sixth largest city in India, and it's first UNESCO World Heritage City. Walking and travelling by tuk tuk is a wonderful way to discover the city’s architecture and the day to day life of the locals. On your morning tour you will visit the Swaminarayan Temple and the Sidi Bashir Mosque and their “Shaking Minarets”. You will also explore the 18th century “pols” - houses with their own lanes and gateways.
Highlights
• Swaminarayan Temple (Temple Remain Closed Every Monday)
• 18th century “pols”
• Jama Masjid Mosque
• Sidi Bashir Mosque and the “Shaking Minarets”
Itinerary
Manek Chowk
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeYou will be picked up from your hotel in Ahmedabad with your English speaking guide for your 7:30 AM tour. The tour begins in a cafe where you have a chance to enjoy some sweet masala chai tea as your guide talks about Ahmedabad. It is one of Gujarat's wealthiest urban cities, with a rich history, fascinating architecture, and beautiful bazaars. Explore the cafe’s painting by famous artist M.F. Husain, who was once a regular visitor. You will take a Tuk-Tuk (the three-wheeled auto rickshaw) to the Swaminarayan Temple. This temple has vivid teak carvings devoted to Lord Swaminarayan. Next, head further into Old Ahmedabad to see its pols: groups of houses with mutual paths and private entryways. Stroll through a few pols, and watch some of their perfectly carved houses as you learn about their history. Explore Manek Chowk square, and see the chabutras, the city's bird feeding towers.Sidi Saiyyed Mosque
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeYou will continue on your way to the fifteenth century Jama Masjid Mosque with its Hindu-and Muslim-style engineering. You may want to take a break for customary Gujarati breakfast. (Under Own Expense). Later on, you will once again ride a tuk-tuk to the Sidi Bashir Mosque. The mosque is acclaimed for its 'Shaking Minarets' (Jhulta Minar), named because they vibrate lightly when shaken. Next, look into the fifteenth century Panchkuva step well, and investigate a textile bazaar before your visit closes at the Sidi Sayed Mosque. Once your tour ends, you will be driven back to your hotel within the city center.
What's included
INCLUDED
Bottled water
02 Bottles of Mineral Water per person.
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle.
Tuk-Tuk Ride during interval as per Itinerary.
Local English-speaking guide.
Hotel pickup and drop-off within city center.
NOT INCLUDED
Additional food or drink.
Items of a personal nature.
Gratuities
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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
Sawami Narayan Temple is Closed on MONDAYs
Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
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.
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Address
Within Walled City, near Bhadra Fort, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India 380001
Provider
SITA World Tours
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