Arrive in Rajkot and transfer by car to Sasan Gir. Enjoy a scenic drive through the heart of Kathiawar region of Gujarat. Drive through the town of Jetpur, famous for its fabric printing, and Junagadh, the erstwhile princely town with a fort and historical architecture. Check into your hotel in Sasan Gir at the edge of the National Park, the last abode of the Asiatic Lion. Enjoy a Cultural Evening followed by dinner.
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Enjoy an early morning jungle safari in the National Park in open jeeps with driver guides. See the lions in their natural habitat and spot other wild life like spotted deer, leopard, fox, blue bull, exotic birds and more. Have lunch at your hotel. Rest of the day free.
Dinner and overnight.
After breakfast leave for the coastal town of Diu, visiting a Mango Orchard on the way. Halt briefly at the historical Somnath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple was raided 17 times by Mahmud of Ghazni for its wealth. Today, the temple stands proud, having survived the ravages of time. Arrive in Diu and check into your hotel on the beach.
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After breakfast, enjoy various water sports on Nagao Beach like parasailing, water scooter etc. on your own. In the afternoon, take a tour of Diu town. Diu was a Portuguese colony until its secession to India. The town still retains its colonial flavor.
Overnight.
After breakfast, depart for Gondal, passing through the protected Gir sanctuary and ancient towns. The scenic drive will give you an opportunity to experience the hinterland. Arrive at Gondal and check into the Orchard Palace, the guesthouse in the palace estate of the Prince of erstwhile Gondal State. Catch a glimpse of a royal past.
Overnight.
After breakfast, enjoy the palace gardens and see an impressive collection of Vintage Cars at the Palace. Check out at noon and leave for Rajkot for your onward journey.
End of Tour.