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West India

City life, coastal calm and the craft of Gujarat

Your journey through West India

City life, coastal calm and the craft of Gujarat

Begin in Mumbai, discover Gujarat’s architecture and textile traditions, or make time for Goa’s quieter side. The region suits journeys that balance cities with countryside, food and relaxed coastal stays.

Places to explore

Mumbai

Explore Mumbai’s historic architecture, waterfront and neighbourhood food, with room for galleries or a local market walk.

Goa

Discover Goa beyond the beach through its villages, Portuguese-era architecture and distinctive regional food.

Ahmedabad

Explore the old city’s architecture and textile heritage, with a route shaped around your interests in design and craft.

Dasada

Explore the Little Rann landscape with a local specialist, with wildlife and birdwatching dependent on season and conditions.

Bhuj

Discover Kutch’s craft traditions with local hosts, allowing time for workshops and the landscape beyond the town.

Gir

Explore the reserve with an approved naturalist and safari arrangements. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed; quieter forest moments are part of the experience.

Gondal

Discover Gondal’s royal heritage, palace architecture and its place in a slower journey across Gujarat.

Palitana

Discover the Jain pilgrimage landscape of Shatrunjaya with local guidance, planning respectfully around the climb and access requirements.

Vadodara

Explore Vadodara’s palace heritage and cultural life, with space to continue towards the architecture of Champaner.

Aurangabad

Use the city as a base for the remarkable cave architecture of Ajanta and Ellora, giving each excursion its own time.

Journey ideas

Selected places to stay

Places to stay

Hotel inspiration across different budgets. Your quotation will specify the property and room category included.

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