Early morning after breakfast we will depart for Zura Village by bicycle for metal-bell artisans “The Smith Man community from Sindh, (now in Pakistan) saw the potential for their craft and brought the craft to the land of Kutch. Then we will move to Nirona village for Rogan painting artisans “which is art of painting, an ancient art over three hundred years old.” Return to the resort for lunch and after rest we will depart for Sumrasar village where we will meet Ahir community for embroidery work and then we will visit Meghiben house for appliqué work which is one of kind it in and we will return to resort Night Stay at Bhuj.

 

Journey by Supporting Vehicle – 0 Kms Journey by Bicycle - 70 Kms

Early morning after breakfast we will depart for Kotay by bicycle one can see the architectural remains of several ruined temples of the tenth century in Kotay. Then we will depart for Bhirandiyara for Kutcchi sweets locally known as 'MAVO' (dehydrated or condensed milk) and depart for Misardiyaro where we will meet Wadha community for lacquer work - The word lacquer originates from the Sanskrit word "Laksha" meaning wax, which was used for both the LAC insect and the scarlet resinous secretion it produces that was used as wood finish in ancient India and depart for Dhordo. Here we will start our journey by supporting vehicle to reach to Dhordo. Check into resort, Lunch and leisure time at resort. After Hi-tea at resort we will visit White desert for sunset which is unbelievable creation of God. White desert is salt desert located in northwest corner of Kutch district. It is spread across in 7000 sq kms in size and it is one of the largest salt deserts in the world. Return to Resort and be witness of culture programme which includes local kutcchi songs and kutcchi garba (dance) performed by local kutcchi women. Dinner and Night Stay at Dhordo.

 

Journey by Supporting Vehicle – 40 Kms Journey by Bicycle - 75 Kms

Early morning 4:00 AM we will depart for Chharidhandh by cycle which is located near Fulay village of Nakhatrana Taluka. Chhari dhandh is paradise for bird- watchers and ornithologists as the land has around 370 species of birds, among which water fly ,waders and larks can be easily spotted. We will back to resort after breakfast and freshen up free time at resort and after lunch we shall depart for Khavda village to visit Abdulbhai's home who is an artisan for Clay art which is ingrained deeply into Gujarat's ancient tradition and since then has continued to enchant the world. Then we will proceed for Black hills visit. Black hill is highest point of Kutch district at 465 meters it has a magnetic point on the way to too where you can see a vehicle moving towards hills on its own. Also, it has 400 years old Dattatreay temple over the hill. Depart for Nakhatrana Night Stay at Nakhatrana.

 

Journey by Supporting Vehicle – 225 Kms Journey by Bicycle - 42 Kms

Early morning after breakfast depart for Lakhpat by supporting vehicle. Historically Lakhpat was very important trading post by which Gujarat and Sindh were connected. Before 1819's earthquake River Sindhu used to flow Lakhpat ciy after Earthquake, River started to flow in Arabian sea and Lakhpat has lost its important of fort and now city has become a history in itself and today it is populated as a Ghost town and city of ruined buildings. After reaching there we will visit Lakhpat heritage city by cycle, we will start

tour from Lakhpat Gurudwara which is ancient with history attached from Guru Nanak on his initial travels from the 16th century. The place was also a popular seat for the Udasi community. The Lakhpat Sahib is a part of the protected monument of the Gujarat state.It holds a deep religious value in the hearts of the Sikhs as it is believed that Guru Nanak used this site as a rest point on his way to Mecca and Medina for Haj somewhere during 1506-1513 AD and 519-1521 AD. After that we will be visiting Akbani Mahal, Custom House, Pashmawala house, Hatkeshwar temple, Bird feeders, Gulam Mahommed no Kubo, Katha waro Nako, Old Matam, Pani wari Bari, Jageshwar temple, Bhatiya Haveli, Lakhpat Fort and Bhuj Waro Nako. After lakhpat we will depart for Tera which is the first heritage village of Kutch district. We will be visiting 190 years Jain temple, The Darbargadh and Tera Fort and return to Infinity resort by bicycle. Check in to resort, Dinner and Night Stay at Nakhatrana.

 

Journey by Supporting Vehicle – 190 Kms Journey by Bicycle - 55 Kms

Early morning after breakfast by 7 AM depart for Than-Jagir by bicycle, where we will be able to see a very unique art of KAMANGARI PAINTINGS in THAN JAGIR temple which is a veritable treasure trove of Kamangari wall art. There are cherubic angels riding chariots driven by peacocks. Scenes from the Mahabharata with benevolent sages and divine deities flank secular everyday compositions of lovers in earnest flight being chased by arrows from a slighted admirer. The self-important official , dancing maidens, and platters of exotic fruit and flowers, together create a heady chronicle of the people of Kutch 300 years ago, not necessarily of life in Kutch, but rather of life as experienced or imagined by the Kutchhi. Then we will proceed for Fossil park museum at Than by bicycle.This is private fossil museum of Mr Mohansinh Sodha who is hunting for fossils from last 40 years even He has even discovered a new species of Sea- Cow. After that we will move to Infinity resort by bicycle, freshen up & check out. Now will depart for Roha fort which is situated in Roha

village which was the leading Jagir of Kutch state and there were more than 50 villages under this Jagir. Roha is called Sumari Roha after the princesses of the Sumara state in Sindh. Fleeing Allaudin Khilji the princesses sought asylum with Abda, who died fighting Allaudin. Consequently the princesses took Samadhi at Roha. After Roha fort we will move to Mandvi by supporting vehicle. Check in to Vijay Vilas Heritage resort. In the evening free time on private beach of Resort. Dinner will be on Beach restaurant. Return to resort

Night Stay at Mandvi.

 

Journey by Supporting Vehicle – 50 Kms Journey by Bicycle - 40 Kms

Early morning after breakfast we shall depart for Mashru weaving family. The meaning of Mashroo is “allowed or permissible” in Arabic. The port town of Mandvi is at the centre of Mashroo legacy in Kutch, historically creating luxurious bolts of the fabric that Muslims and Hindus enjoyed'. It has a unique interweaved pattern that has cotton at the base but the upper surface has a rich sheen of silk. As the base of cotton gives cooling effect in the hot region of Kutch the usually bright and vibrant colours of silk reflect with visible contrast in the white barrens of Kutch and can be seen from distance. And then depart for Batik Printing – 'Local legends share stories of the Batik practice of block printing being carried to Kutch during the time of the Ramayana by seasoned, master craftsmen. In the evening visit Vijay Vilas Palace in Mandvi and free time on Mandvi Beach. Dinner will be arranged on Beach restaurant and Return to resort Night Stay at Mandvi.

 

Journey by Supporting Vehicle – 50 Kms Journey by Bicycle - 0 Kms