Two UNESCO Masterpieces of Stone & the Tallest Statue on Earth
A compact 4-day circuit combining two of India's finest surviving examples of medieval stepwell and temple architecture with a genuinely modern engineering landmark — the Statue of Unity, standing 182 metres tall as the tallest statue anywhere in the world.
The journey opens in Ahmedabad, Gujarat's largest city and a UNESCO World Heritage City in its own right, before a full day trip to Modhera and Patan — the 11th-century Sun Temple built by King Bhimdev I of the Solanki dynasty, precisely aligned with the equinoxes, and Rani ki Vav, an extraordinary seven-level stepwell adorned with over 500 sculptures, built as a memorial by Queen Udayamati.
The circuit's final chapter brings the Statue of Unity at Kevadia — a 182-metre bronze-clad statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India's first Deputy Prime Minister, offering a viewing gallery at 153 metres, a nightly laser show, and the nearby Valley of Flowers and Sardar Sarovar Dam.
What makes this journey special
Your journey, unfolded
Namaste! Welcome to Gujarat. On arrival at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, visit Sabarmati Ashram, Mahatma Gandhi's former residence and the nerve centre of India's freedom movement, followed by a relaxed walk along the Sabarmati Riverfront. In the evening, visit Akshardham Temple, an intricately carved stone complex dedicated to Bhagwan Swaminarayan, built without any structural steel.
After breakfast, a full-day excursion to Modhera and Patan (approximately 100 km, ~2-2.5 hours each way). Visit the Modhera Sun Temple, built in 1026-27 CE by King Bhimdev I of the Solanki dynasty and dedicated to the sun god Surya — the temple's sanctum is precisely aligned so that the equinox sunrise illuminates the inner shrine directly. Explore the Surya Kund, a stepped rectangular tank containing 108 shrines. Continue to Patan (approximately 30 km further) to visit Rani ki Vav, a UNESCO World Heritage seven-level stepwell built as a memorial by Queen Udayamati in 1063 AD, its walls adorned with over 500 intricate sculptures. Visit a Patola weaving centre to see Patan's centuries-old double-ikat silk weaving tradition. Return to Ahmedabad in the evening.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kevadia (approximately 200 km, ~4 hours) to visit the Statue of Unity — a 182-metre bronze-clad statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India's first Deputy Prime Minister, and the tallest statue in the world. On arrival, check in to your hotel. Visit the Sardar Sarovar Dam viewpoint and the Valley of Flowers, a landscaped garden spread across 24 acres along the Narmada River. Take the elevator to the statue's viewing gallery at 153 metres for panoramic views over the Narmada valley and Satpura and Vindhya mountain ranges. In the evening, enjoy the Ekta Cruise and witness the nightly laser and projection-mapping show, which narrates Sardar Patel's life story across the illuminated statue.
A final morning at Kevadia — time permitting, visit the state-of-the-art zoological park and jungle safari nearby. Check out and drive back to Ahmedabad (approximately 200 km, ~4 hours), arriving in time for your departure flight from Ahmedabad Airport. Tour concludes.
Please note: the Statue of Unity complex is closed on Mondays — if your visit falls on a Monday, we will adjust the itinerary sequence accordingly.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included ✓
- ✓ 3 nights accommodation on twin/triple-share basis (2 nights Ahmedabad, 1 night Kevadia)
- ✓ Buffet meals as specified in the itinerary
- ✓ Private chauffeur-driven AC vehicle for all transfers & sightseeing
- ✓ Statue of Unity viewing gallery entry ticket
- ✓ 1 bottle of mineral water per person per day
- ✓ All applicable Indian GST
Not Included ✗
- ✗ International/domestic airfare or train fare to/from Ahmedabad
- ✗ Visa charges
- ✗ Ekta Cruise & laser show tickets (nominal, payable locally)
- ✗ Zoo & jungle safari entry at Kevadia (optional, payable locally)
- ✗ Entrance fees / camera charges at monuments
- ✗ Tipping — an entirely personal gesture
- ✗ Laundry, drinks, and items of a personal nature
Your questions, answered
No — the complex is closed on Mondays. If your travel dates fall on a Monday, we will adjust the day sequence of this itinerary so your visit doesn't coincide with the closure.
Yes — Champaner-Pavagadh, a UNESCO World Heritage archaeological park, sits roughly 90 km from Kevadia and pairs naturally with a Vadodara stop on the return journey. Let us know if you'd like this added when enquiring.
Absolutely. Every Discover India tour is fully private and built around your preferences. We can adjust the pace, add extra nights, or combine this with another Gujarat circuit. Submit an enquiry and our specialists will tailor it for you at no obligation.
Cancellations 60+ days before departure receive a full refund minus a small admin fee. 30–59 days: 75% refund. 15–29 days: 50% refund. Under 15 days: no refund. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance.
