TEXTILE & TRIBAL COMMUNITIES TOUR TO GUJARAT

Having operated successful Textile Tours in Gujarat over the past few years we have realised that the State of Gujarat has so much more to offer. The tribal communities residing in the state retain their unique and fascinating culture, so we have expanded our textile itinerary to allow more time to appreciate all that that is on offer in this amazing and diverse part of India. This is a journey which will take you into the heart of rural India.

This year we are repeating our popular 2025 tour which allows more time to appreciate the handicrafts of Kutch and we will take a circular route beginning and ending in Ahmedabad, which is a convenient entry and exit point for international travel and anyone wanting to extend their journey into other parts of India.

Although the tour has been expanded there will still be an emphasis on the handicrafts of the region and we will be meeting artisans to gain a more indepth knowledge of textiles, especially weaving (including mashru), embroidery, ikat, bandhani and block printing. The trip will also cover other aspects of Gujarati & Kutch culture; the stunning architecture, amazing fauna and flora and the delicious & varied cuisine. The trip will offer something for everyone and will, of course, allow for plenty of retail opportunities. I have to say we have always had quite a few heavily laden bags on the journey home from our previous trips!

Emma will accompany the tour and be assisted by expert local guides.

 

Day visiting artisans around Muli. Overnight Ambika Nivas Palace

 

The next 4 days will be spent exploring in and around Bhuj with particular emphasis on the elaborate crafts still worked in this area, and

the history of textiles in Kutch. The exact itinerary will be a bit flexible depending on local artisans and the particular interest of the group.

Overnight The Prince Hotel.

 

09 March | Tueday

DASADA/POSHINA

10 - 11 March

POSHINA

Time spent exploring Poshina and the surrounding countryside and villages. This is a tribal area on the border of Rajasthan and Gujarat. Overnight Darbargarh Palace.

 
12 March | Friday                           
POSHINA/AHMEDABAD
We return to Ahmedabad with sightseeing on route. Overnight House of MG
 
14 March | Saturday                            
AHMEDABAD
Final day in Ahmedabad to include a visit to the Calico Museum. Overnight House of MG
 
14 March | Sunday                           
DEPARTURE
Transfer to the airport for international departure flight or onward travel.
 

Price:

INR349,000 per person based on sharing a double occupancy room with a group of 8 people travelling

INR389,000 per person based on sharing a double occupancy room with a group of 6 people travelling
 

Single room supplement: INR124,000 per person
 

Price Includes:
All arrangements, transfers and transport as per itinerary

Full board accommodation, starting with dinner on 25th February and ending with breakfast on 14th March

Transport in AC vehicle with chauffeur

Services of accompanying English-speaking guide Monument entry fees

Visits to artisan’s workshops & demonstrations Jeep ride into Little Kutch at Dasada

Local government taxes per current rate (subject to change)
 

Price Excludes:
International flights

Domestic flights

Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, personal gratuities, insurance, visa fees, camera fees

Extra costs incurred due to change of itinerary due to circumstances beyond our control

 

For further information or to make a reservation please contact:

 

Emma Horne - emma@emmahornetravel.com
Moumita Robinson Paul - moumita@emmahornetravel.com
Ranjeet Pal - ranjeet@emmahornetravel.com