Overview
Set up your base camp in Ahmedabad and explore the stepwells in the neighbouring villages of Patan and Adalaj. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Rani ki Vav (Queen’s stepwell), a beautiful stepwell dating back to the 11th century A.D. Discover the figures, columns and decorated panels that recount stories from the past as you visit the grounds with your expert guide. Next visit an equally beautiful stepwell in the village of Adalaj.
Highlights:
• 500 major sculptures of Rani ki Vav
• Inverted temple design of the stepwell
• Carved columns of the stepwell at Adalaj
• Tour does not operate during monsoon season (15 June till 15 Oct)
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
02 nights’ accommodation in the listed hotel or similar
Entrances fees
Breakfast
02 bottles of mineral water per person per day
Local English speaking guide
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Additional food or drink, unless specified
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
Day 1 Arrival in Ahmedabad
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You will be picked up from Ahmedabad airport and driven to your hotel. Standard check in time at the hotel is 2:00 p.m. Early check in is possible subject to availability of rooms. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 2 Excursion to the Stepwells of Patan & Adalaj
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Rani Ki vav
2 hours Admission ticket included
After a leisurely breakfast, you will drive to the town of Patan, home to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Rani ki Vav (the Queen’s Stepwell). The drive to Patan takes about two and a half hours.
Stepwells, as the name suggests, are wells with steps leading down to the water. Stepwells have been developed since the third century A.D. and were an important source of underground water on the Indian subcontinent.
Designed as an inverted temple, Rani ki Vav has seven levels of steps. The walls are decorated with beautiful sculptures that depict religious, mythological and secular themes. There are over 500 major sculptures and around 1 000 minor ones
Kindly Note : Hotel check in time 1400 Hours -
Adalaj Step-well
2 hours Admission ticket included
On the drive back to Ahmedabad, stop at the small village of Adalaj that is famous for its 15th century stepwell. The well is octagonal in shape and has an Indo-Islamic architectural design. The sculptured designs on the wall show intricate Islamic floral patterns blending with Hindu and Jain symbolism. The intricately cut stepwell has five levels and is made of sandstone with columns supporting the entire structure. The temperature inside the well is said to be five degrees lower than outside during hot summers.
At the end of the tour you will be driven back to Ahmedabad and dropped off at your hotel.
Day 3 Departure from Ahmedabad
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2 hours Admission ticket included
After breakfast enjoy a morning tour of Ahmedabad. Later you will be dropped at the airport for your onward flight.
Kindly Note : Hotel check out time 1200 Hours
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Tour does not operate during monsoon season. ( 15 June till 15 Oct )
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about 02 Nights & 03 Days Ahmedabad Tour with Excursion to Stepwells
Can I cancel 02 Nights & 03 Days Ahmedabad Tour with Excursion to Stepwells for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- 02 nights’ accommodation in the listed hotel or similar
- Entrances fees
- Breakfast
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person per day
- Local English speaking guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's not included?
- Additional food or drink, unless specified
- Gratuities (optional)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Rani Ki vav, Adalaj Step-well.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by SITA World Tours
