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Guided Walk through Old Town Ahmedabad of Unique Pols including Private Transfer
India
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Ahmedabad is an important commercial hub of the Indian state of Gujarat. It is the sixth largest Indian city with about 6.5 million people calling the city their home. The city goes back to the 11th century. A walk through its old quarter will get you close to the architecture, local art, religious buildings and the city’s specific culture and traditions. Ahmedabad has some of the finest Indo-Islamic monuments and exquisite Hindu and Jain temples. You will also see the city’s carved wooden houses - unique in their architectural tradition. NOTE: (Expect More People on Ground / Monuments / Public Places During the Tour). You will have Private tour Guide during the Sightseeing Tour.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Bottled water
Transport by air-conditioned Vehicle
Round-trip private transfer
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Monument Entrance Fees
Meeting Points
Departure
Ahmedabad
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
Return
Guided Walk through Old Town Ahmedabad of Unique Pols including Private Transfer
India
About
Ahmedabad is an important commercial hub of the Indian state of Gujarat. It is the sixth largest Indian city with about 6.5 million people calling the city their home. The city goes back to the 11th century. A walk through its old quarter will get you close to the architecture, local art, religious buildings and the city’s specific culture and traditions. Ahmedabad has some of the finest Indo-Islamic monuments and exquisite Hindu and Jain temples. You will also see the city’s carved wooden houses - unique in their architectural tradition. NOTE: (Expect More People on Ground / Monuments / Public Places During the Tour). You will have Private tour Guide during the Sightseeing Tour.
Meeting Points
Departure
Ahmedabad
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
Return
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Bottled water
Transport by air-conditioned Vehicle
Round-trip private transfer
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Monument Entrance Fees
Itinerary
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Ahmedabad
You will be transferred from your hotel in Ahmedabad to the Swami Narayan Temple in an air-conditioned vehicle and stop by the temple of the Swami Narayan community built in Feb 1822.
The walk takes you through the old quarter of Ahmedabad, comprising of numerous Pols. Pols are self-contained, micro neighborhoods consisting of a street and houses on either side. Walking further, you will see the remains of the Calico Dome. This is a geodesic dome based on the designs of Buckminster Fuller. This dome was a shared outlet and shop for Calico Mills and was built in 1962.
The last stop on this heritage walk will be the Jama Masjid mosque. It is the most splendid mosque of Ahmedabad. It was constructed in the year 1423 A.D by Sultan Ahmed Shah, the founder of Ahmedabad city. Made by using yellow sandstones, the architecture of this mosque is a blend of Hindu and Muslim styling. After your old town walking tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
