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Gujarat’s most spectacular winter festival awaits you at the White Rann of Kutch.
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OUR DETAILED RANN UTSAV ITINERARIES
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Ex Bhuj • 2 Nights / 3 Days
Day 01Arrival in Bhuj – Transfer to Dhordo
Upon arrival at Bhuj, transfer to Rann Utsav – The Tent City, Dhordo. After check-in and leisure time, depart between 05:00 PM and 05:30 PM for Sunset Point at the iconic White Desert. Enjoy the spectacular sunset and return to The Tent City between 07:00 PM and 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 02Dhordo – White Desert, Kala Dungar & Gandhi Nu Gaam
After breakfast, enjoy leisure time or activities at The Tent City. Depart between 02:30 PM and 03:00 PM for Kala Dungar (Black Hill), the highest point in Kutch, followed by Gandhi Nu Gaam. Later, proceed to the White Desert for sunset at Sunset Point between 05:30 PM and 07:00 PM. Return by 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 03Departure to Bhuj
After breakfast, check out from The Tent City at 09:30 AM and proceed towards Bhuj. En route, enjoy complimentary sightseeing of Shree Swaminarayan Temple and Kutch Museum. Kutch Museum remains closed every Wednesday. Continue your onward journey.
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Ex Bhuj • 2 Nights / 3 Days
Day 01Arrival in Bhuj – Transfer to Dhordo
Upon arrival at Bhuj, transfer to Rann Utsav – The Tent City, Dhordo. After check-in and leisure time, depart between 05:00 PM and 05:30 PM for Sunset Point at the iconic White Desert. Enjoy the spectacular sunset and return to The Tent City between 07:00 PM and 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 02Dhordo – White Desert, Kala Dungar & Gandhi Nu Gaam
After breakfast, enjoy leisure time or activities at The Tent City. Depart between 02:30 PM and 03:00 PM for Kala Dungar (Black Hill), the highest point in Kutch, followed by Gandhi Nu Gaam. Later, proceed to the White Desert for sunset at Sunset Point between 05:30 PM and 07:00 PM. Return by 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 03Departure to Bhuj
After breakfast, check out from The Tent City at 09:30 AM and proceed towards Bhuj. En route, enjoy complimentary sightseeing of Shree Swaminarayan Temple and Kutch Museum. Kutch Museum remains closed every Wednesday. Continue your onward journey.
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Ex Bhuj • 3 Nights / 4 Days
Day 01Arrival in Bhuj – Transfer to Dhordo
Upon arrival at Bhuj, transfer to Rann Utsav – The Tent City, Dhordo. After check-in and leisure time, depart between 05:00 PM and 05:30 PM for Sunset Point at the White Desert. Return between 07:00 PM and 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 02Dhordo – White Desert, Kala Dungar & Gandhi Nu Gaam
After breakfast, enjoy leisure time or Tent City activities. Depart between 02:30 PM and 03:00 PM for Kala Dungar (Black Hill) and Gandhi Nu Gaam. Later, visit the White Desert for sunset between 05:30 PM and 07:00 PM. Return by 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 03Dhordo – Dholavira & Road to Heaven
After lunch, depart between 01:30 PM and 02:00 PM for Dholavira, approximately 105 km away and around a 2-hour drive. Visit the Archaeological Museum and Dholavira Excavation Site from 03:30 PM to 05:30 PM. The Archaeological Museum remains closed every Friday. Later, experience the scenic Road to Heaven and return to The Tent City between 08:00 PM and 08:30 PM.
Day 04Departure to Bhuj
After breakfast, check out from The Tent City at 09:30 AM and proceed towards Bhuj. En route, enjoy complimentary sightseeing of Shree Swaminarayan Temple and Kutch Museum. Kutch Museum remains closed every Wednesday. Continue your onward journey.
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Ex Ahmedabad • 3 Nights / 4 Days
Day 01Arrival at Ahmedabad – Transfer to Bhuj
Upon arrival in Ahmedabad, begin the journey to Bhuj, approximately 330 km and around 6.5 to 7 hours by road. Check in at the Bhuj hotel and refresh. In the evening, visit Bhujodi, famous for handicrafts and traditional textiles, followed by the Swaminarayan Temple. Overnight stay in Bhuj.
Day 02Bhuj Local Sightseeing + Mandvi Beach
After breakfast, explore Aina Mahal and Prag Mahal. After lunch, drive approximately 60 km to Mandvi Beach. Relax by the Arabian Sea and optionally visit Vijay Vilas Palace. Enjoy the late-afternoon beach and sunset before returning to Bhuj for overnight stay.
Day 03Transfer from Bhuj to Dhordo – Sightseeing
After breakfast, transfer to Rann Utsav – The Tent City, Dhordo. After check-in and leisure time, depart between 05:00 PM and 05:30 PM for Sunset Point at the White Desert. Return between 07:00 PM and 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 04Dhordo to Ahmedabad
After breakfast, check out from Dhordo and begin the drive back to Ahmedabad, approximately 400 km and 7 to 8 hours by road. Upon arrival, drop-off at Ahmedabad for your onward journey.
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Ex Ahmedabad • 4 Nights / 5 Days
Day 01Arrival at Ahmedabad – Transfer to Bhuj
Upon arrival in Ahmedabad, begin the journey to Bhuj, approximately 330 km and around 6.5 to 7 hours by road. Check in at the Bhuj hotel. In the evening, visit Bhujodi, famous for handicrafts and traditional textiles, followed by the Swaminarayan Temple. Overnight stay in Bhuj.
Day 02Bhuj Local Sightseeing + Mandvi Beach
After breakfast, visit Aina Mahal and Prag Mahal. After lunch, drive approximately 60 km to Mandvi Beach. Relax by the Arabian Sea and optionally visit Vijay Vilas Palace. Enjoy the sunset and return to Bhuj for overnight stay.
Day 03Transfer from Bhuj to Dhordo – Sightseeing
After breakfast, transfer to Rann Utsav – The Tent City, Dhordo. After check-in and leisure time, depart between 05:00 PM and 05:30 PM for Sunset Point at the White Desert. Return between 07:00 PM and 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 04Dhordo – White Desert, Kala Dungar & Gandhi Nu Gaam
After breakfast, enjoy leisure time or activities at The Tent City. Depart between 02:30 PM and 03:00 PM for Kala Dungar (Black Hill) and Gandhi Nu Gaam. Later, proceed to the White Desert for sunset between 05:30 PM and 07:00 PM. Return by 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 05Dhordo to Ahmedabad
After breakfast, check out from Dhordo and begin the drive to Ahmedabad, approximately 400 km and 7 to 8 hours by road. Upon arrival, drop-off at Ahmedabad for your onward journey.
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Ex Ahmedabad • 5 Nights / 6 Days
Day 01Arrival at Ahmedabad – Transfer to Bhuj
Upon arrival in Ahmedabad, begin the journey to Bhuj, approximately 330 km and around 6.5 to 7 hours by road. Check in at the Bhuj hotel. In the evening, visit Bhujodi, famous for handicrafts and traditional textiles, followed by the Swaminarayan Temple. Overnight stay in Bhuj.
Day 02Bhuj Local Sightseeing + Mandvi Beach
After breakfast, visit Aina Mahal and Prag Mahal. After lunch, drive approximately 60 km to Mandvi Beach. Relax by the Arabian Sea and optionally visit Vijay Vilas Palace. Enjoy the sunset and return to Bhuj for overnight stay.
Day 03Transfer from Bhuj to Dhordo – Sightseeing
After breakfast, transfer to Rann Utsav – The Tent City, Dhordo. After check-in and leisure time, depart between 05:00 PM and 05:30 PM for Sunset Point at the White Desert. Return between 07:00 PM and 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 04Dhordo – White Desert, Kala Dungar & Gandhi Nu Gaam
After breakfast, enjoy leisure time or activities at The Tent City. Depart between 02:30 PM and 03:00 PM for Kala Dungar (Black Hill) and Gandhi Nu Gaam. Later, proceed to the White Desert for sunset between 05:30 PM and 07:00 PM. Return by 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 05Transfer from Dhordo to Ahmedabad
After breakfast, check out from your accommodation in Dhordo and begin the scenic drive towards Ahmedabad. Upon arrival, check in to your Ahmedabad hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Ahmedabad.
Day 06Dhordo to Ahmedabad / Departure
After breakfast, check out and begin the drive to Ahmedabad, approximately 400 km and 7 to 8 hours by road. Upon arrival, continue your onward journey.
Package Inclusions
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Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
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Meals as per the itinerary
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Pick-up and drop-off from Bhuj station / Ahmedabad Airport or Railway Station as applicable
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Vehicle for sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
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All applicable hotel taxes
Package Exclusions
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Airfare / Train Fare
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Transfers outside scheduled SIC coach timings
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Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, beverages and shopping
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Entry fees for monuments or attractions not specifically included
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Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
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Travel Insurance
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GST, if applicable
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Any service not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
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OUR DETAILED RANN UTSAV ITINERARIES
Explore day-wise plans for every package
2N Rann Utsav
Ex Bhuj • 2 Nights / 3 Days
Arrival in Bhuj – Transfer to Dhordo
Upon arrival at Bhuj, transfer to Rann Utsav – The Tent City, Dhordo. After check-in and leisure time, depart between 05:00 PM and 05:30 PM for Sunset Point at the iconic White Desert. Enjoy the spectacular sunset and return to The Tent City between 07:00 PM and 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Dhordo – White Desert, Kala Dungar & Gandhi Nu Gaam
After breakfast, enjoy leisure time or activities at The Tent City. Depart between 02:30 PM and 03:00 PM for Kala Dungar (Black Hill), the highest point in Kutch, followed by Gandhi Nu Gaam. Later, proceed to the White Desert for sunset at Sunset Point between 05:30 PM and 07:00 PM. Return by 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Departure to Bhuj
After breakfast, check out from The Tent City at 09:30 AM and proceed towards Bhuj. En route, enjoy complimentary sightseeing of Shree Swaminarayan Temple and Kutch Museum. Kutch Museum remains closed every Wednesday. Continue your onward journey.
2N Rann Utsav
Ex Bhuj • 2 Nights / 3 Days
Arrival in Bhuj – Transfer to Dhordo
Upon arrival at Bhuj, transfer to Rann Utsav – The Tent City, Dhordo. After check-in and leisure time, depart between 05:00 PM and 05:30 PM for Sunset Point at the iconic White Desert. Enjoy the spectacular sunset and return to The Tent City between 07:00 PM and 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Dhordo – White Desert, Kala Dungar & Gandhi Nu Gaam
After breakfast, enjoy leisure time or activities at The Tent City. Depart between 02:30 PM and 03:00 PM for Kala Dungar (Black Hill), the highest point in Kutch, followed by Gandhi Nu Gaam. Later, proceed to the White Desert for sunset at Sunset Point between 05:30 PM and 07:00 PM. Return by 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Departure to Bhuj
After breakfast, check out from The Tent City at 09:30 AM and proceed towards Bhuj. En route, enjoy complimentary sightseeing of Shree Swaminarayan Temple and Kutch Museum. Kutch Museum remains closed every Wednesday. Continue your onward journey.
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Ex Bhuj • 3 Nights / 4 Days
Arrival in Bhuj – Transfer to Dhordo
Upon arrival at Bhuj, transfer to Rann Utsav – The Tent City, Dhordo. After check-in and leisure time, depart between 05:00 PM and 05:30 PM for Sunset Point at the White Desert. Return between 07:00 PM and 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Dhordo – White Desert, Kala Dungar & Gandhi Nu Gaam
After breakfast, enjoy leisure time or Tent City activities. Depart between 02:30 PM and 03:00 PM for Kala Dungar (Black Hill) and Gandhi Nu Gaam. Later, visit the White Desert for sunset between 05:30 PM and 07:00 PM. Return by 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Dhordo – Dholavira & Road to Heaven
After lunch, depart between 01:30 PM and 02:00 PM for Dholavira, approximately 105 km away and around a 2-hour drive. Visit the Archaeological Museum and Dholavira Excavation Site from 03:30 PM to 05:30 PM. The Archaeological Museum remains closed every Friday. Later, experience the scenic Road to Heaven and return to The Tent City between 08:00 PM and 08:30 PM.
Departure to Bhuj
After breakfast, check out from The Tent City at 09:30 AM and proceed towards Bhuj. En route, enjoy complimentary sightseeing of Shree Swaminarayan Temple and Kutch Museum. Kutch Museum remains closed every Wednesday. Continue your onward journey.
2 Bhuj + 1 Rann Utsav
Ex Ahmedabad • 3 Nights / 4 Days
Arrival at Ahmedabad – Transfer to Bhuj
Upon arrival in Ahmedabad, begin the journey to Bhuj, approximately 330 km and around 6.5 to 7 hours by road. Check in at the Bhuj hotel and refresh. In the evening, visit Bhujodi, famous for handicrafts and traditional textiles, followed by the Swaminarayan Temple. Overnight stay in Bhuj.
Bhuj Local Sightseeing + Mandvi Beach
After breakfast, explore Aina Mahal and Prag Mahal. After lunch, drive approximately 60 km to Mandvi Beach. Relax by the Arabian Sea and optionally visit Vijay Vilas Palace. Enjoy the late-afternoon beach and sunset before returning to Bhuj for overnight stay.
Transfer from Bhuj to Dhordo – Sightseeing
After breakfast, transfer to Rann Utsav – The Tent City, Dhordo. After check-in and leisure time, depart between 05:00 PM and 05:30 PM for Sunset Point at the White Desert. Return between 07:00 PM and 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Dhordo to Ahmedabad
After breakfast, check out from Dhordo and begin the drive back to Ahmedabad, approximately 400 km and 7 to 8 hours by road. Upon arrival, drop-off at Ahmedabad for your onward journey.
2N Bhuj + 2N Rann Utsav
Ex Ahmedabad • 4 Nights / 5 Days
Arrival at Ahmedabad – Transfer to Bhuj
Upon arrival in Ahmedabad, begin the journey to Bhuj, approximately 330 km and around 6.5 to 7 hours by road. Check in at the Bhuj hotel. In the evening, visit Bhujodi, famous for handicrafts and traditional textiles, followed by the Swaminarayan Temple. Overnight stay in Bhuj.
Bhuj Local Sightseeing + Mandvi Beach
After breakfast, visit Aina Mahal and Prag Mahal. After lunch, drive approximately 60 km to Mandvi Beach. Relax by the Arabian Sea and optionally visit Vijay Vilas Palace. Enjoy the sunset and return to Bhuj for overnight stay.
Transfer from Bhuj to Dhordo – Sightseeing
After breakfast, transfer to Rann Utsav – The Tent City, Dhordo. After check-in and leisure time, depart between 05:00 PM and 05:30 PM for Sunset Point at the White Desert. Return between 07:00 PM and 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Dhordo – White Desert, Kala Dungar & Gandhi Nu Gaam
After breakfast, enjoy leisure time or activities at The Tent City. Depart between 02:30 PM and 03:00 PM for Kala Dungar (Black Hill) and Gandhi Nu Gaam. Later, proceed to the White Desert for sunset between 05:30 PM and 07:00 PM. Return by 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Dhordo to Ahmedabad
After breakfast, check out from Dhordo and begin the drive to Ahmedabad, approximately 400 km and 7 to 8 hours by road. Upon arrival, drop-off at Ahmedabad for your onward journey.
2N Bhuj + 2N Rann Utsav + 1N Ahmedabad
Ex Ahmedabad • 5 Nights / 6 Days
Arrival at Ahmedabad – Transfer to Bhuj
Upon arrival in Ahmedabad, begin the journey to Bhuj, approximately 330 km and around 6.5 to 7 hours by road. Check in at the Bhuj hotel. In the evening, visit Bhujodi, famous for handicrafts and traditional textiles, followed by the Swaminarayan Temple. Overnight stay in Bhuj.
Bhuj Local Sightseeing + Mandvi Beach
After breakfast, visit Aina Mahal and Prag Mahal. After lunch, drive approximately 60 km to Mandvi Beach. Relax by the Arabian Sea and optionally visit Vijay Vilas Palace. Enjoy the sunset and return to Bhuj for overnight stay.
Transfer from Bhuj to Dhordo – Sightseeing
After breakfast, transfer to Rann Utsav – The Tent City, Dhordo. After check-in and leisure time, depart between 05:00 PM and 05:30 PM for Sunset Point at the White Desert. Return between 07:00 PM and 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Dhordo – White Desert, Kala Dungar & Gandhi Nu Gaam
After breakfast, enjoy leisure time or activities at The Tent City. Depart between 02:30 PM and 03:00 PM for Kala Dungar (Black Hill) and Gandhi Nu Gaam. Later, proceed to the White Desert for sunset between 05:30 PM and 07:00 PM. Return by 07:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Transfer from Dhordo to Ahmedabad
After breakfast, check out from your accommodation in Dhordo and begin the scenic drive towards Ahmedabad. Upon arrival, check in to your Ahmedabad hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Ahmedabad.
Dhordo to Ahmedabad / Departure
After breakfast, check out and begin the drive to Ahmedabad, approximately 400 km and 7 to 8 hours by road. Upon arrival, continue your onward journey.
Package Inclusions
- Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals as per the itinerary
- Pick-up and drop-off from Bhuj station / Ahmedabad Airport or Railway Station as applicable
- Vehicle for sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
- All applicable hotel taxes
Package Exclusions
- Airfare / Train Fare
- Transfers outside scheduled SIC coach timings
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, beverages and shopping
- Entry fees for monuments or attractions not specifically included
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Travel Insurance
- GST, if applicable
- Any service not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
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EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
Everything that makes Rann Utsav unforgettable
RANN UTSAV
FULL MOON DATES
2026–2027
Diwali Week
8–14 Nov 2026
Nov Full Moon
22–25 Nov 2026
Dec Full Moon
21–24 Dec 2026
Xmas & New Year
18 Dec ’26–2 Jan ’27
Jan Full Moon
20–23 Jan 2027
Feb Full Moon
18–21 Feb 2027
⤝What Our Travellers Say⤞
⤝ Frequently Asked Questions ⤞
Rann Utsav is Gujarat’s famous winter festival held near Dhordo in the Great Rann of Kutch. It is known for the beautiful White Desert, Kutchi culture, folk music and dance, traditional handicrafts, local food, Tent City stays and magical full-moon views.
Rann Utsav Tent City 2026–27 is scheduled from 5 November 2026 to 4 March 2027. Some cultural activities may operate across a slightly wider season, so travellers should confirm their selected dates before booking.
The distance from Ahmedabad to Dhordo is approximately 400 km. The road journey generally takes around 7–8 hours, depending on traffic and scheduled stops.
The best time to visit Rann Utsav is between November and February, when the weather is pleasant for sightseeing. Full-moon dates are especially popular because the moonlight creates a spectacular silver glow across the White Rann.
Popular places near Rann Utsav include the White Rann, Kala Dungar, Gandhi Nu Gaam, Dholavira, Road to Heaven, Bhujodi, Mandvi Beach, Vijay Vilas Palace, Aina Mahal and Prag Mahal.
Visitors can enjoy sunrise and sunset at the White Desert, cultural performances, handicraft shopping, Kutchi cuisine, village tours and desert photography. Camel rides, ATV rides, cycling and paramotoring may also be available.
The White Rann of Kutch is a vast seasonal salt desert located in Gujarat. It is famous for its endless white landscape, beautiful sunsets, clear night skies and breathtaking full-moon views.
A 2 Nights/3 Days Rann Utsav package is sufficient for the White Desert, Tent City, Kala Dungar and cultural activities. A 4–6 day itinerary is recommended if you also want to visit Bhuj, Mandvi and Dholavira.
The cost depends on the travel dates, accommodation category, number of nights, transport and sightseeing plan. Full-moon, Christmas and New Year packages are generally more expensive because of higher demand.
You can travel from Ahmedabad to Rann Utsav by private cab, bus or through Bhuj. Travellers can also reach Bhuj by train or flight and continue to Dhordo by road.
Accommodation options include Dhordo Tent City, premium desert camps, boutique tent resorts, traditional Kutchi Bhunga stays and hotels in Bhuj. You can select a property according to your budget and distance from the White Rann.
Yes, Rann Utsav is an excellent destination for families. Comfortable accommodation, cultural programs, shopping, sightseeing and accessible road connectivity make it suitable for children, adults and senior citizens.
Yes, Rann Utsav is a unique honeymoon destination. Couples can enjoy desert sunsets, full-moon views, premium tent stays, cultural evenings and private sightseeing across Kutch.
Popular dishes include bajra rotla, ringna no olo, Gujarati kadhi, khichdi, dal-dhokli, thepla, fafda, jalebi and traditional Gujarati thali. Jain food can usually be arranged with advance notice.
Popular items include Ajrakh fabrics, Bandhani sarees and dupattas, Kutchi embroidery, mirror-work products, shawls, rugs, leather goods, silver jewellery and handmade home décor.
Carry comfortable cotton clothes, walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat for daytime. Desert nights can be cold, so pack a jacket, sweater, muffler, warm socks, medicines and essential identity documents.
You can visit Bhuj, Mandvi Beach, Vijay Vilas Palace, Dholavira, Road to Heaven, Kala Dungar, Bhujodi, Aina Mahal, Prag Mahal, Narayan Sarovar and Lakhpat along with Rann Utsav.
Share your travel dates, departure city, number of travellers, preferred accommodation and trip duration with GoParyatak Tourism. A customized package can then be prepared with accommodation, transport, sightseeing and permit assistance.
GoParyatak Tourism provides customized Rann Utsav packages from Ahmedabad and Bhuj with selected accommodations, reliable vehicles, properly planned itineraries and transparent pricing. Travellers also receive assistance before and during the trip for a smooth Kutch holiday.
Popular experiences include folk dance, live music, artisan demonstrations, handicraft shopping, camel rides and desert photography. ATV rides, cycling, paramotoring and hot-air ballooning may be available subject to weather and operations.