Ahmedabad · India
Ahmedabad One-Day Modhera Sun Temple and Rani Ki Vav Tour
Highlights
- Visit Modhera Sun Temple and UNESCO-listed Rani Ki Vav
- See detailed temple carvings, sculptures and stepwell architecture
- Learn about Gujarat’s history from an English-speaking guide
- Enjoy private hotel transfers from Ahmedabad
Your day, at a glance
Tour detailsExplore two of Gujarat’s most important heritage sites on a private one-day tour from Ahmedabad.
Travel first to Patan to visit Rani Ki Vav, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its detailed sculptures and multi-level stepwell design. Walk through the historic complex with your English-speaking guide and learn about its architecture and royal history.
Continue to Modhera Sun Temple, an 11th-century monument dedicated to the Sun God. See the carved halls, decorated pillars and the impressive Surya Kund inside the temple complex.
The tour includes private transportation, an English-speaking guide, entry tickets and pickup and drop-off from hotels in Ahmedabad.
Itinerary
Hotel Pickup in Ahmedabad
Meet your guide and driver at your selected hotel in Ahmedabad. Please be ready in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before the confirmed pickup time.
Drive to Patan
Travel from Ahmedabad to Patan by private air-conditioned vehicle.
Rani Ki Vav
Visit Rani Ki Vav, an 11th-century stepwell and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Walk through its descending levels and see detailed sculptures, carved pillars and historic architectural features. Your guide will explain the history and design of the stepwell.
Suggested visit time: 60–90 minutes.
Lunch Break
Stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Meals and drinks are paid directly by guests.
Drive to Modhera
Continue from Patan to Modhera by private vehicle.
Modhera Sun Temple
Explore the Modhera Sun Temple, an 11th-century temple complex dedicated to Surya, the Sun God.
See the Surya Kund, carved assembly hall, decorated pillars and detailed stone sculptures. Learn how the complex reflects the architecture and craftsmanship of the Chaulukya period.
Suggested visit time: 60–90 minutes.
Return to Ahmedabad
Meet your driver after the temple visit and begin the return journey to Ahmedabad.
Hotel Drop-Off
Arrive at your hotel in Ahmedabad at approximately 7:00 PM, depending on traffic.
What’s included
Included in your experience
- Pickup and drop-off from hotels within Ahmedabad
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- English-speaking tour guide
- Admission tickets to Rani Ki Vav and Modhera Sun Temple
- Parking charges, tolls and driver allowance
- Bottled drinking water
Not included
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Guide and driver gratuities
- Pickup or drop-off outside Ahmedabad
Activity Information
- Booking confirmation will be provided after reservation
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Carry a hat, sunglasses and sun protection
- Bring a valid photo ID or passport
- Follow all monument and photography instructions
- The tour involves walking and climbing steps
- The route may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility
- Return time depends on traffic between Modhera and Ahmedabad
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
How to Use
- This is a direct booking confirmation. No separate tour ticket collection is required.
- Show your mobile or printed booking voucher to the guide or driver at the hotel pickup point.
- The voucher is valid only for the confirmed date, pickup time and hotel.
- The guide will arrange the included admission tickets during the tour.
Where your day begins
Pickup arrangements depend on the option you book. Confirm the final instructions in your booking details.
Good to know before you go
Before your visit
- Children aged 2&ndash
- 11 years are charged at the child rate
- Guests aged 12 years and above are charged at the adult rate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
To receive a full refund, travelers may cancel up to 24 hours before the experience start date in the local timezone. No refunds will be given after that time period.
Review the policy attached to your selected option before confirming.A few things you might ask
Which attractions are covered in this Gujarat heritage tour?
The tour includes visits to the Modhera Sun Temple and Rani Ki Vav, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What is included in the Modhera Sun Temple and Rani Ki Vav day tour?
The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, entry tickets, and an English-speaking guide.
Does the tour include entry tickets?
Yes. Entry tickets to the attractions are included in the tour package.
What is special about the Modhera Sun Temple?
The Modhera Sun Temple is known for its 11th-century architecture and is dedicated to the Sun God.
Will there be a guide during the tour?
Yes. An English-speaking guide will accompany you and provide insights at each location.
