All About It
- 3 Days 3 Nights
- Difficulty - Easy
- For 9+ years
The Rann of Kutch is a mesmerizing and unique salt marsh located in the state of Gujarat, India. It’s renowned for its vast expanse of white salt desert, distinctive landscapes, and vibrant cultural heritage. The Rann of Kutch stretches across an area of about 10,000 square kilometres and is divided into two parts: the Great Rann and the Little Rann. Kutch is originally a Greek word that means “something that intermittently becomes wet and dry”, rightly describing the nature of this wonderful place.
Many creative nomadic and semi-nomadic communities that live in Rann of Kutch are famous for their traditional handicrafts and craftsmanship.
One of the most prominent events associated with the Rann of Kutch is the Rann Utsav, also known as the Rann Festival. This annual festival celebrates the culture, traditions, and artistry of the region. It usually takes place from November to February, coinciding with the months when the desert is at its most enchanting state. The people of Kutch are known for their warm-heartedness & hospitality; they welcome tourists with open arms. “Kutch Nahi Dekha To Kuch Nahi Dekha” remember this? Let’s go & explore the lovely Rann of Kutch.
3:15 PM Dadar- Mumbai participants catch train number 20907 Sayaji Express to Bhuj and reach Bhuj the next day by 6:30 AM.
Bhuj to Rann Of Kutch I Kala Dungor I Cultural Evening
06:30 AM – Pickup from Bhuj Railway station/ airport/ bus station
07:30 AM – Breakfast and drive to Kala Dungor
10:00 AM – Explore scenic view and get to see the India-Pakistan border
01:00 PM – Check in to our luxurious stay and rest for a while. Enjoy authentic local food lunch
04:00 PM – Go out to witness a majestic sunset.
07:00 PM – Return and attend Rann cultural program/festival and photography
09:00 PM- Enjoy dinner and night stay in traditional tents.
10:30 PM- Go out after dinner to see a glistening white desert under the moonlight. If you wish you can stay back to rest.
Rann of Kutch to Bhuj I Kutch Museum I Aaina Mahal I Bhuj shopping
6:00 AM – 08:00 AM: Grab a glimpse of the first rays of the sunrise.
08:00 AM – 09:30 AM: Have breakfast and we check out
9:30 AM – 1:00 PM: Drive back to Bhuj. Lunch enroute. Local sightseeing.
1:00 PM- 7:30 PM: Local sightseeing- Aadhiyogi Statue, Khari Nadi, Kutch Museum, Aaina Mahal, Chhatedi, local shopping and Swaminarayan temple. (We will try covering the maximum places as time permits)
9:30 PM- Drop at Bhuj Railway station/ airport/ bus station
Bhuj to Ahmedabad
- Mumbai participants reach Borivali by 1:10 PM and Dadar by 1:50 PM with a heart full of memories..
Inclusions
- Night accommodation on multiple sharing bases in Village Traditional hut called Bhunga tent. (Twin Sharing occupancy also can be arranged based on availability at time of booking at an extra cost of 1500 per Person)
- Mumbai to Mumbai Train tickets in sleeper class from IRCTC.
- Private non-AC bus with driver for entire tour. All toll, parking and taxes are included. (It will be already pretty cold)
- Morning tea and breakfast, lunch and dinner on day 1 and morning tea, breakfast and lunch on day 2.
- Veg food only. (Missed meals will not be refunded or extended on the last day)
- Cultural show
- Entry permit for Rann Festival
- Tour charges, entrance fees to monuments, museums and all local places, bus charges for 2 days, train tickets booking charges.
Exclusions
- Food during train travel and dinner before boarding train.
- Additional sightseeing or usage of vehicles not mentioned in itinerary.
- Meal other than in inclusion
- Personal expenses like laundry, telephone calls, tips, renting clothes, rides
- Anything not mentioned above
- 5% GST
Things to Carry
- Identify proof (Original Compulsory)
- Photocopy of your ID proof (Compulsory)
- Water ( minimum 1 Ltr) Compulsory
- Camera, Powerbank (optional)
- Extra pair of Clothes
- Cap, Goggles, Sunscreen, etc.
- Pair of clothes as much required (shorts, track pants, or any comfortable clothing you wish for)
- Personal medicines
- Sanitary kit
- Towel
- Bluetooth speakers
Note: Do not carry any valuables. Please take care of it in case you are carrying the same. We will not be responsible if you lose them by any chance.
HOW TO REACH
We will provide you with complete assistance in planning your travel from your hometown to the meeting point. You are free to choose any mode of transportation, be it train, flight or bus as per your budget and convenience.
Cancelation policy
Cancellation policy for short trips (less than 2 nights)
- If cancellations are made 10 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellations are made 10 to 5 days before the start date of the trip, 75% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellations are made within 5 to 0 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
Cancellation policy for long trips (2 nights or more)
- If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellations are made 15 to 30 days before the start date of the trip, 75% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellations are made within 15 to 0 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
Note:
- If treks/events/trips are called off due to natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like heavy rain, heavy snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, protests, pandemic, etc.), TravelMite will provide the best possible alternative solution or issue a voucher for the full amount. This voucher can be redeemed up to the same amount for any of our upcoming treks/trips/events in the next 365 days. No refund will be provided.
- If an ongoing Trip/trek/event cannot be completed due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, protest, pandemic, etc.). No refund would be provided.
- Any extra expense coming due to any natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, protest, pandemic, etc.), Will be borne by the customer. The company will not be liable.
- If you are paying only the booking amount it won’t be refunded at any point.
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