Gujarat, India · for visitors from abroad
Visiting Gujarat from abroad: hire a vehicle with a driver
Fly into Ahmedabad (AMD) and post your trip once on Yippigo: verified Gujarat operators quote a car, tempo traveller or Urbania with a driver for your whole stay. Compare itemised quotes and pay the operator you choose directly. Statue of Unity (Ekta Nagar) is 200 km (124 miles) from the airport city by road.
This site is in English. Prices are in Indian rupees (₹).
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- Fly into
- Ahmedabad (AMD)
- To Statue of Unity (Ekta Nagar)
- 200 km (124 miles)
- 2–6 people
- Car (SUV) or 12-seat tempo traveller with driver
- Best season
- November to February
- Prices
- In Indian rupees (₹); pay the operator directly
How many are travelling?
Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits, with its day fare and the fare from Ahmedabad to the main sights.
Fits your group
SUV / Innova
6–7 seats
₹4,700–6,300 for a full day (250 km)
Ahmedabad → Statue of Unity (Ekta Nagar)
₹9,800–12,900
SUV / Innova · 200 km one way · 2 days, round trip
Tap a route:
Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
Where to land
- Ahmedabad (AMD): Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport: Gujarat's main international airport and the easiest start for every circuit in this guide.
- Surat (STV): Has some international flights from the Gulf, which change by season: check before you book.
- Vadodara, Rajkot (Hirasar), Bhuj: Domestic airports with flights from Mumbai and Delhi: good if you connect inside India. Rajkot suits Saurashtra, Bhuj suits Kutch.
From Ahmedabad by road
One way, by road, from our route catalog. Plan 8–10 hours of driving a day at most.
| To | Distance | Drive, with stops |
|---|---|---|
| Statue of Unity (Ekta Nagar) | 200 km (124 miles) | 4–5 h |
| Rani ki Vav, Patan | 128 km (80 miles) | 3–4 h |
| Champaner–Pavagadh | 143 km (89 miles) | 3–4 h |
| Palitana (Shatrunjaya) | 203 km (126 miles) | 4–5 h |
| Sasan Gir (Gir National Park) | 395 km (245 miles) | 8–9 h |
| Somnath | 410 km (255 miles) | 9–11 h |
| Dwarka | 440 km (273 miles) | 10–12 h |
| White Rann of Kutch (Dhordo) | 397 km (247 miles) | 8–9 h |
How it works
1. Post your trip
Arrival airport and date, the places you want to see, how many people and how much luggage. In English; it takes two minutes and costs nothing.
2. Verified operators quote
Operators near your pickup send itemised quotes: the vehicle, the driver's daily allowance, night halts, tolls and any state entry fees, each on its own line.
3. Compare and ask
Ask each operator about the vehicle's model and age, whether the driver speaks English or Hindi, and how they take payment.
4. Book and pay the operator
Accept the quote you prefer and pay the operator's advance directly, by a method you agree with them. The balance is settled with the operator as agreed.
Is it safe to hire a driver?
- An operator sends a quote only with a vehicle whose papers (registration, insurance, permit and fitness certificate) our team has checked and approved.
- Every quote names the operator, so you can ask for the vehicle number and the driver's name and phone before the trip.
- Share the vehicle number and the driver's details with someone at home, as you would anywhere.
- Ask for a vehicle with seat belts for every seat if that matters to you; not every older vehicle has them in the back.
Travelling with a driver: what is usual
- Drivers on multi-day trips usually stay where you stay; the operator's quote shows the driver allowance and night halts, so ask your hotel about driver accommodation or parking.
- Tipping the driver at the end of a trip is common but optional in India; it is your choice.
- Drivers usually take a meal break and rest at night: plan days of 8–10 hours, not more.
- Ask in your request which languages the driver speaks; many speak Gujarati and Hindi, and some English.
Paying
- You pay the operator directly; the quote says how much advance the operator asks.
- Payment methods depend on the operator: many take UPI and bank transfer, which may not work with a foreign card or bank. Talk to the operator about payment before you accept the quote.
- Prices on this site are in Indian rupees (₹).
Words you will hear
- Tempo traveller :
- a 12 to 26-seat van with a driver, the usual vehicle for groups of 10 to 25
- Urbania :
- a newer, more comfortable 10 to 17-seat van
- Darshan :
- seeing and praying before the deity in a temple
- Yatra :
- a pilgrimage, often a circuit of several temples
- Jyotirlinga :
- one of twelve especially sacred Shiva shrines across India
- Shakti Peeth :
- a shrine of the Mother Goddess, one of a sacred group across South Asia
- Tirtha :
- a pilgrimage place; Jain tirthas are Jain holy sites
- Driver allowance (bata) :
- a daily amount for the driver's food, paid on top of the vehicle hire and listed on the quote
Questions groups ask
Can I book a vehicle with a driver from Ahmedabad airport?
Yes. Post the trip with Ahmedabad airport (AMD) as the pickup and your flight's arrival date; operators quote the airport pickup and the whole tour. Tell them your flight number once you book so the driver can track delays.
Do I need an international driving licence?
Not for this: every vehicle comes with a local driver, so you do not drive yourself.
Can a foreigner enter the temples?
Most Hindu temples in Gujarat welcome visitors of any faith for darshan (viewing and prayer); a few inner sanctums and the Parsi fire temple at Udvada admit only followers of that faith. Dress modestly, cover shoulders and knees, and remove shoes where asked.
Is Gujarat a dry state?
Yes, alcohol is restricted in Gujarat; visitors from abroad can apply for a liquor permit under the state's rules. Diu and Daman, a separate union territory, have different rules.
What does a tempo traveller look like?
A high-roof van with 12 to 26 seats, air-conditioning and space for luggage on a roof rack or at the back. For 4–6 people with suitcases, a car (SUV) or a 12-seat tempo traveller is comfortable.
How far are the main sights from Ahmedabad?
Statue of Unity (Ekta Nagar) 200 km (124 miles); Rani ki Vav, Patan 128 km (80 miles); Champaner–Pavagadh 143 km (89 miles); Palitana (Shatrunjaya) 203 km (126 miles); Sasan Gir (Gir National Park) 395 km (245 miles); Somnath 410 km (255 miles); Dwarka 440 km (273 miles); White Rann of Kutch (Dhordo) 397 km (247 miles). Measured by road.
Which vehicle for my group?
2 people: AC Coach 50–56 seater; 4 people: Sedan; 7 people: SUV / Innova; 12 people: Tempo Traveller 12-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 17 people: Tempo Traveller 17-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 26 people: Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater.
How much advance do operators ask?
25% of the quote, paid to the operator to confirm. Payment methods depend on the operator; agree them before you accept. No Yippigo fee: free until 31 December 2026.
- Free to post
- Compare itemised quotes
- Pay the operator a 25% advance only after you accept a quote
- Operators quote only once their vehicle's papers are approved