Mumbai to Ahmedabad by Vande Bharat Express – 4-Day UNESCO Heritage Tour

Day 1: Mumbai – Ahmedabad by Vande Bharat Express | Arrival & Hotel Check-in

Train: Vande Bharat Express (20901)
Departure: 06:00 AM – Mumbai Central Railway Station
Arrival: 11:35 AM – Ahmedabad Junction Railway Station
Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Alternative Train: Vande Bharat Express (22961)
Departure: 03:45 PM – Mumbai Central Railway Station
Arrival: 09:15 PM – Ahmedabad Junction Railway Station
Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday

Your journey begins with a private pickup from your hotel in Mumbai and transfer to Mumbai Central Railway Station for your selected Vande Bharat Express. If travelling on the morning service, depart at 06:00 AM and enjoy a comfortable ride to Ahmedabad, arriving at 11:35 AM. Upon arrival at Ahmedabad Junction, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle. Complete your check-in and spend the rest of the day at leisure. If you choose the afternoon train, depart Mumbai at 03:45 PM and arrive in Ahmedabad at 09:15 PM, followed by a direct hotel transfer. No sightseeing is planned on this day, allowing you to relax after the train journey and prepare for the heritage discovery ahead.

Overnight at hotel in Ahmedabad.

Day 2: Ahmedabad Full-Day Heritage & Cultural Sightseeing

After breakfast, begin a full-day private sightseeing tour of Ahmedabad, a city celebrated for its blend of medieval architecture, living traditions, and cultural landmarks. Start with the impressive Adalaj Stepwell, a beautifully carved multi-level structure that reflects the engineering and artistic skills of medieval Gujarat. Continue to Jama Masjid, one of Ahmedabad's most remarkable historic mosques, known for its elegant arches, stone pillars, domes, and fine craftsmanship. Explore the surrounding old city and its traditional pols, where narrow lanes, carved wooden houses, community courtyards, and historic neighbourhoods reveal the distinctive character of heritage Ahmedabad. Continue to Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, famous for its delicate stone jali work and the celebrated Tree of Life motif. Later, visit a heritage landmark in Ahmedabad's historic quarter, offering further insight into the city's architectural evolution and cultural identity. Complete the day's exploration with a visit to Sabarmati Ashram, the historic riverside retreat closely associated with Mahatma Gandhi and India's freedom movement. Return to your hotel after sightseeing and enjoy the evening at leisure.

Overnight at hotel in Ahmedabad.

Day 3: Ahmedabad – Modhera – Patan – Ahmedabad | Sun Temple, Rani Ki Vav & Jain Heritage

After breakfast, depart Ahmedabad by private air-conditioned vehicle for a full-day excursion to the historic towns of Modhera and Patan. Begin with the magnificent Sun Temple at Modhera, an 11th-century Solanki-era monument dedicated to Surya, the Sun God. Explore the temple complex, including its ornate shrine, Sabha Mandapa, and the beautifully designed Surya Kund, a stepped reservoir surrounded by small shrines and detailed carvings. Continue to Patan, an ancient city that once served as a significant capital under the Solanki dynasty. Visit the extraordinary Rani Ki Vav, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the finest stepwells in India, admired for its sculpted levels, pillars, galleries, and mythological imagery. Continue to the Panchasara Parshwanath Jain Temple, an important Jain heritage site dedicated to Lord Parshvanath. The temple is known for its finely carved stonework, ornate pillars, decorative ceilings, and tranquil religious atmosphere. If time permits, you may also learn about Patan's famous Patola silk weaving tradition before beginning the return journey to Ahmedabad. Arrive at your hotel in the evening and relax.

Overnight at hotel in Ahmedabad.

Day 4: Ahmedabad – Mumbai by Vande Bharat Express | Private Mumbai Transfer & Tour Ends

Train: Vande Bharat Express (22962)
Departure: 06:05 AM – Ahmedabad Junction Railway Station
Arrival: 11:45 AM – Mumbai Central Railway Station
Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday

Alternative Train: Vande Bharat Express (20902)
Departure: 02:50 PM – Ahmedabad Junction Railway Station
Arrival: 08:35 PM – Mumbai Central Railway Station
Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday

After an early breakfast or breakfast box, check out from your hotel and transfer to Ahmedabad Junction Railway Station for your return journey to Mumbai. If travelling on Vande Bharat Express 22962, depart Ahmedabad at 06:05 AM and arrive at Mumbai Central at 11:45 AM. Alternatively, choose Vande Bharat Express 20902, departing Ahmedabad at 02:50 PM and arriving in Mumbai at 08:35 PM, allowing additional free time in Ahmedabad before departure.

Upon arrival at Mumbai Central Railway Station, our representative will meet you and provide a private transfer to your hotel in Mumbai. Your Gujarat heritage journey concludes with a comfortable hotel drop-off in Mumbai.

Tour Ends with private drop-off at your hotel in Mumbai

• Private pickup from your hotel in Mumbai.
• Private round-trip transfers between your Mumbai hotel and Mumbai Central Railway Station.
• Vande Bharat Express train tickets between Mumbai and Ahmedabad in AC Chair Car (CC) or Executive Chair Car (EC), as per the selected option.
• Complimentary onboard meals during both Vande Bharat Express journeys, as per railway catering arrangements.
• Private arrival and departure transfers between Ahmedabad Railway Station and your hotel.
• 3 nights' accommodation in Ahmedabad with breakfast.
• Private air-conditioned vehicle for Ahmedabad sightseeing and Modhera–Patan excursion.
• Professional English-speaking local guide during sightseeing.
• Monument entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary.
• Bottled drinking water during sightseeing and transfers.
• Parking charges, tolls, driver services, and applicable taxes.

• Lunch and dinner, except meals provided onboard the Vande Bharat Express.
• Personal expenses such as beverages, laundry, telephone calls, shopping, room service, and minibar.
• Camera or video charges at monuments, where applicable.
• Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers.
• Travel insurance.
• Optional sightseeing or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
• Expenses arising from train delays, cancellations, schedule changes, weather conditions, or circumstances beyond our control.
• Any service or expense not specifically mentioned under Includes.