Kutch and Rann Utsav
Kutch and Rann Utsav trip from Ahmedabad
The Kutch and Rann Utsav trip from Ahmedabad covers about 1,040 km of driving over 4 days. For 4 days with driver, a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹31,900–39,100 and a 49-seater coach ₹69,100–93,100 (as of Oct 2026).
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- Days
- 4 days
- Driving
- 1,040 km
- the whole loop
- Stops
- 4
- from Ahmedabad
- Fare from
- ₹31,900–39,100
- Tempo Traveller 17-seater, 4 days
Four days in Kutch in the Rann Utsav season: Bhuj's palaces, the view from Kala Dungar, sunset on the White Rann at Dhordo, and a last day on Mandvi's beach.
The White Rann needs an entry permit: carry photo ID (a passport for foreign visitors) for every traveller.
How many are going?
Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits and its fare, from the tables on this page.
Fits your group
Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van)
13–17 or 10–17 seats
₹6,800–8,400 for a full day (250 km)
Kutch and Rann Utsav
₹31,900–39,100
Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 1,040 km loop one way · 4 days, round trip
Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
- Ahmedabad
- Bhuj
- Kala Dungar
- Rann of Kutch (Dhordo)
- Mandvi (Kutch)
Day-by-day plan (4 days)
Day 1: Ahmedabad to Bhuj405 km
The long drive of the trip; Bhuj's Aina Mahal and Prag Mahal if time allows.
- Aina Mahal and Prag Mahal
- Kutch Museum
- Bhujodi weaving village
Day 2: Kala Dungar and the White Rann108 km
Kala Dungar's view over the Rann, the craft villages, then sunset on the salt at Dhordo.
- Entry permit (online or at the Bhirandiyara check post)
- Sunset on the salt flats at Dhordo
- Rann Utsav tent city and cultural evening (in season)
- Moonlit walk on the White Rann
Day 3: Dhordo to Mandvi130 km
Back through Bhuj to the coast: the dhow yards, Vijay Vilas Palace and the beach.
Day 4: Mandvi to Ahmedabad397 km
The drive home across Kutch.
What the circuit costs
About 1,040 km over 4 days with one vehicle and driver for the whole trip.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 4 days | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹27,100–34,300 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹31,900–39,100 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹36,700–46,300 | Get quotes |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 27–35 | ₹51,100–69,100 | Get quotes |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹69,100–93,100 | Get quotes |
| AC Coach 50–56 seater | 50–56 | ₹81,100–1,05,100 | Get quotes |
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
Cost per person
The 4-day fare split across every seat in the vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 12 | ₹2,260–2,860 |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 17 | ₹1,880–2,300 |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 26 | ₹1,410–1,780 |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 35 | ₹1,460–1,970 |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 49 | ₹1,410–1,900 |
| AC Coach 50–56 seater | 56 | ₹1,450–1,880 |
Per person if every seat is filled (the Seats column); an estimate as of Oct 2026. Fewer people means a higher share each.
Which vehicle for your group
One vehicle and driver for the whole circuit; leave a seat or two spare for luggage.
| People | Vehicle | Full day (250 km), each |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Tempo Traveller 12-seater (9–12 seats) or Force Urbania (luxury van) (10–17 seats) | ₹5,800–7,400 |
| 17 | Tempo Traveller 17-seater (13–17 seats) or Force Urbania (luxury van) (10–17 seats) | ₹6,800–8,400 |
| 26 | Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater (18–26 seats) | ₹7,900–10,000 |
| 35 | Mini Bus 28–35 seater (27–35 seats) | ₹11,000–15,000 |
| 49 | AC Coach 40–49 seater (36–49 seats) | ₹15,000–20,200 |
Sizes come from the seats each vehicle class carries; leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips. Day fares are indicative, with driver allowance and 5% GST.
Good to know
- Full-moon nights in the season are the most popular: book early.
- Add Dholavira with a fifth day; it is a long drive across the Rann.
Operators for Kutch and Rann Utsav
Approved operators who take groups to Kutch and Rann Utsav. Ask for quotes here: your request reaches them through the platform and you compare itemised offers.
Riddhi Siddhi Tours and Travels
VerifiedTravel Agency
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
3 vehicles · 17–56 seats
- Replies in ~15 h
Om shiv shakti travel
Travel Agency
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Group tours & packages
prajapati tour and traveles
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Indore, Madhya Pradesh
400 km by road from Ahmedabad
1 vehicle · 20 seats
Questions groups ask
How many days do you need for Kutch and Rann Utsav?
4 days. Over 4 days: day 1: Ahmedabad to Bhuj; day 2: Kala Dungar and the White Rann; day 3: Dhordo to Mandvi; day 4: Mandvi to Ahmedabad.
How far is the Kutch and Rann Utsav circuit?
About 1,040 km of driving in total. The longest day is day 1 (Ahmedabad to Bhuj), 405 km. Group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour with stops.
What does a Kutch and Rann Utsav trip cost for a group?
For 4 days with driver: Tempo Traveller 12-seater ₹27,100–34,300; Tempo Traveller 17-seater ₹31,900–39,100; Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater ₹36,700–46,300; Mini Bus 28–35 seater ₹51,100–69,100; AC Coach 40–49 seater ₹69,100–93,100; AC Coach 50–56 seater ₹81,100–1,05,100 (indicative, October 2026). Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
Which vehicle should we take?
12 people: Tempo Traveller 12-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van); 17 people: Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van); 26 people: Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater; 35 people: Mini Bus 28–35 seater; 49 people: AC Coach 40–49 seater. Leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips.
When is the Rann Utsav 2026–27?
The tent city runs from 1 November 2026 to 7 March 2027, as announced; Bhuj has hotels all year.