Vadodara Palace, Champaner & Pavagad temple from Ahmedabad with guide in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad, India

Vadodara Palace, Champaner & Pavagad temple from Ahmedabad with guide

Outty Ranking 55 5.0 · 2 traveler reviews14 hoursFrom $210

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Is Vadodara Palace, Champaner & Pavagad temple from Ahmedabad with guide worth booking?

Vadodara Palace, Champaner & Pavagad temple from Ahmedabad with guide is a 14-hour experience in Ahmedabad, India, from $210 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
55 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
14 hours
From
$210 per person

In this one day trip from Ahmedabad, we will visit Vadodara Palace, world heritage site of Champaner and the famous Pavagad temple. The highlights include exploring the world’s largest residence at the 500 acre Laxmi Vil

What you get

    About this experience

    In this one day trip from Ahmedabad, we will visit Vadodara Palace, world heritage site of Champaner and the famous Pavagad temple. The highlights include exploring the world’s largest residence at the 500 acre Laxmi Vilas Palace in Vadodara. At the Champaner world heritage site, we will visit fascinating mosques like the Jami Masjid, Nagara style temples, granaries and tombs. This one day trip from Ahmedabad takes you finally to Pavagad for the famous Kalika Mata temple on the hill.

    What's included

    Included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • All taxes, fees and handling charges
    • Guide

    Not included

    • Food

    What you'll see and do

    1. Laxmi Villas Palace

      This Palace was built by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III in 1890 and continues to be the residence of Vadodara’s royal family. At 500 acres, it is the largest private home in the world. The highlights of the Palace are its magnificent interiors embellished with mosaics, chandeliers, and art. There are some paintings by Raja Ravi Verma as well. The Palace grounds include a golf course.

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Champaner

      Champaner Pavagad archaeological park is a world heritage site. The city was founded in the 8th century by King Vanraj Chavda. There are fascinating mosques, temples, granaries, tombs, wells, and walls to explore. All the temples are of the Nagara style having garbhagriha, mandapa and an entrance porch Jami Masjid is a splendid monument here with a carved entrance porch that leads into a lovely courtyard surrounded by a pillared corridor.

      90 minutes here

    3. Pavagadh Hill

      Pavagad became the capital of the Chauhan Rajputs around 1300, but in 1484 was taken by the Gujarat Sultan Mahmud Begada, after a 2 year siege. The most famous destination here is the Kalika Mata temple on top of the hill. A ropeway is available to cover most of the distance to the temple. After the ropeway one needs to climb 100 steps to reach the temple. Incidentally the the Pavagadh hill is composed of reddish-yellow coloured stone and is one of the oldest rock formations in India.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    5 Senses Walks

    Know before you go

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    Vadodara PalacePavagadJami MasjidMaharaja Fateh Singh MuseumMasjid in Champaner

    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Vadodara Palace, Champaner & Pavagad temple from Ahmedabad with guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    martinwY117MC · December 2023

    Interesting Palace tour..

    Very interesting and insight into the life of the maharaja whose family still lives there. Good audio is available in all languages to guide your round the part of the Palace that is open to the public. The building is a magnificent testimont to the architecture of the time it was built. Certainly a very good half day out to tour this building and its surroundings.

    via Tripadvisor

    sueharolds · December 2021

    Amazing day out to experience heritage and history

    This tour is a full day tour from Ahmedabad but worth it. Out guide was phenomenal and made us very comfortable during the day. He was brilliant in terms of knowledge and showed us an opulent palace in Vadodara. We also visited an ancient capital called Champaner which was lovely. we ended the tour at Pavagad a famous pilgrimage site for the local people. What I loved most was that in this tour you get a sense of the real India beyond the cities. I could really connect with this part of India and that was the highlight.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    14 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Price range
    $210 to $35000
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 55

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)82
    Review evidence (18% weight)21
    Booking momentum (14% weight)16
    Value for money (12% weight)40
    Listing quality (10% weight)73
    Local standing (8% weight)53
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Vadodara Palace, Champaner & Pavagad temple from Ahmedabad with guide: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ahmedabad.

    How much does Vadodara Palace, Champaner & Pavagad temple from Ahmedabad with guide cost?

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    Prices start at $210 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ahmedabad usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Vadodara Palace, Champaner & Pavagad temple from Ahmedabad with guide take?

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    Plan for about 14 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ahmedabad is not rushed.

    Is Vadodara Palace, Champaner & Pavagad temple from Ahmedabad with guide worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ahmedabad, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Vadodara Palace, Champaner & Pavagad temple from Ahmedabad with guide?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Vadodara Palace, Champaner & Pavagad temple from Ahmedabad with guide suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 14-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Vadodara Palace, Champaner & Pavagad temple from Ahmedabad with guide?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ahmedabad can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ahmedabad and add a light layer if any part of the 14-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Vadodara Palace, Champaner & Pavagad temple from Ahmedabad with guide start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ahmedabad within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Ahmedabad?

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    On Outty we rank every Ahmedabad experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi By Car -All inclusive, Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights, World heritage Ahmedabad city tour in private car with guide and lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Ahmedabad?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Ahmedabad?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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