Overview
Ahmedabad is the sixth largest city in India, and it's first UNESCO World Heritage City. Walking and travelling by tuk tuk is a wonderful way to discover the city’s architecture and the day to day life of the locals. On your morning tour you will visit the Swaminarayan Temple and the Sidi Bashir Mosque and their “Shaking Minarets”. You will also explore the 18th century “pols” - houses with their own lanes and gateways.
Highlights
• Swaminarayan Temple (Temple Remain Closed Every Monday)
• 18th century “pols”
• Jama Masjid Mosque
• Sidi Bashir Mosque and the “Shaking Minarets”
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bottled water
02 Bottles of Mineral Water per person.
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle.
Tuk-Tuk Ride during interval as per Itinerary.
Local English-speaking guide.
Hotel pickup and drop-off within city center.
Additional food or drink.
Items of a personal nature.
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
What to expect
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Manek Chowk
2 hours
You will be picked up from your hotel in Ahmedabad with your English speaking guide for your 7:30 AM tour.
The tour begins in a cafe where you have a chance to enjoy some sweet masala chai tea as your guide talks about Ahmedabad. It is one of Gujarat's wealthiest urban cities, with a rich history, fascinating architecture, and beautiful bazaars.
Explore the cafe’s painting by famous artist M.F. Husain, who was once a regular visitor. You will take a Tuk-Tuk (the three-wheeled auto rickshaw) to the Swaminarayan Temple. This temple has vivid teak carvings devoted to Lord Swaminarayan. Next, head further into Old Ahmedabad to see its pols: groups of houses with mutual paths and private entryways. Stroll through a few pols, and watch some of their perfectly carved houses as you learn about their history.
Explore Manek Chowk square, and see the chabutras, the city's bird feeding towers. -
Sidi Saiyyed Mosque
2 hours
You will continue on your way to the fifteenth century Jama Masjid Mosque with its Hindu-and Muslim-style engineering.
You may want to take a break for customary Gujarati breakfast. (Under Own Expense).
Later on, you will once again ride a tuk-tuk to the Sidi Bashir Mosque. The mosque is acclaimed for its 'Shaking Minarets' (Jhulta Minar), named because they vibrate lightly when shaken. Next, look into the fifteenth century Panchkuva step well, and investigate a textile bazaar before your visit closes at the Sidi Sayed Mosque.
Once your tour ends, you will be driven back to your hotel within the city center.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Discover Ahmedabad By Foot and Tuk-Tuk
Can I cancel Discover Ahmedabad By Foot and Tuk-Tuk for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Bottled water
- 02 Bottles of Mineral Water per person.
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Tuk-Tuk Ride during interval as per Itinerary.
- Local English-speaking guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off within city center.
What's not included?
- Additional food or drink.
- Items of a personal nature.
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Manek Chowk, Sidi Saiyyed Mosque.
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
