Kalika Mata temple on the rocky summit of Pavagadh hill, above a lake

Ambaji Pavagadh Chotila Shakti Yatra

Shakti Peeth darshan at Ambaji, Pavagadh and Chotila

Ambaji and Gabbar, Kalika Mata on Pavagadh hill with Champaner, and Chotila Mata, from Ahmedabad.

Ahmedabad
Ambaji
Vadodara
Pavagadh
Chotila
Ahmedabad

A yatra to three of Gujarat's most visited Mataji temples: Ambaji, one of the 51 Shakti Peethas, Kalika Mata on top of Pavagadh hill, and Chotila Mata.

The Pavagadh day includes the ropeway to the hilltop temple and the Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with Vadodara's Laxmi Vilas Palace in the evening.

Highlights

Ambaji darshan and Gabbar hill
Optional Umiya Dham, Unjha, on the way to Vadodara
Kalika Mata Temple, Pavagadh, by ropeway
Champaner-Pavagadh UNESCO World Heritage Site
Laxmi Vilas Palace and Sayaji Baug, Vadodara
Chotila Mata hilltop temple

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1: Ahmedabad – Ambaji Approx. 190 km · 3:00 hrs Night in Ambaji
Pick-up from your address in Ahmedabad and drive to Ambaji. Darshan at the Ambaji Temple and, as time allows, Gabbar. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Places on this day
Ambaji Temple
One of the 51 Shakti Peethas, at the edge of the Aravalli hills in Banaskantha district. The shrine has no idol: the holy Shree Visa Yantra is worshipped. Nearby Gabbar hill is believed to be the original seat of the goddess.
Day 2: Ambaji – Vadodara Approx. 235 km · 5:00 hrs Night in Vadodara
Breakfast and darshan at the Ambaji Mandir, then drive to Vadodara. Guests who wish can visit the Umiya Dham Temple at Unjha on the way. Evening check-in; dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3: Vadodara – Pavagadh – Vadodara Approx. 60 km · 1:30 hrs each way Night in Vadodara
Breakfast, then visit the Pavagadh Kalika Mata Temple and Champaner. In the evening, Laxmi Vilas Palace and Sayaji Baug in Vadodara. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Places on this day
Pavagadh Kalika Mata Temple
Perched at the summit of Pavagadh Hill (about 762–800 m above sea level), this revered shrine is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas and is dedicated to Goddess Kalika Mata.
Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park
A UNESCO World Heritage Site with a rich mix of ancient Hindu, Jain and 15th-century Islamic architecture, including the grand Jami Masjid, Saher ki Masjid, stepwells and massive fort walls.
Ropeway (Udan Khatola)
The cable car that takes pilgrims and visitors from the midway point up close to the hilltop temple.
Day 4: Vadodara – Chotila – Ahmedabad Approx. 420 km · 8:00 hrs
Breakfast and check-out, then drive to the Chotila Mata Temple. After darshan, evening drop at Ahmedabad railway station or airport.
Places on this day
Chotila Mata Temple
The Mataji temple sits on top of Chotila hill, around 1,250 feet high, in Surendranagar district.

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Dakor Ranchhodrai darshan

Good to know

Temple timings, safari permits and attraction operations are subject to local authorities and operating conditions on the travel date.
Vehicle type is subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
Early check-in depends on room availability. If guests need rooms before the standard check-in time, an extra room may have to be booked.
For family occupancy, confirm extra beds or mattresses in advance. Meal-plan charges may apply as per the final quotation.
Hotel rates, room inventory, attraction tickets and seasonal products are subject to availability.

Gallery

Ambaji Pavagadh Chotila Shakti Yatra in pictures

Jami Masjid at Champaner, a sandstone mosque with twin minarets

FAQs

Where does the tour start and end?

Pick-up from your address in Ahmedabad; the tour ends with a drop at Ahmedabad railway station or airport. Other pick-up and drop points can be arranged.

Do we have to climb Pavagadh hill?

No. The ropeway (Udan Khatola) goes from the midway point up close to the hilltop temple; a short climb remains from the upper station.

Can this itinerary be changed?

Yes. Every day can be adjusted: duration, hotel category, meal plan, vehicle and sightseeing are tailored to your group. Send your dates and number of travellers for a custom quote.

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Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1: Ahmedabad – Ambaji Approx. 190 km · 3:00 hrs Night in Ambaji
Pick-up from your address in Ahmedabad and drive to Ambaji. Darshan at the Ambaji Temple and, as time allows, Gabbar. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Places on this day
Ambaji Temple
One of the 51 Shakti Peethas, at the edge of the Aravalli hills in Banaskantha district. The shrine has no idol: the holy Shree Visa Yantra is worshipped. Nearby Gabbar hill is believed to be the original seat of the goddess.
Day 2: Ambaji – Vadodara Approx. 235 km · 5:00 hrs Night in Vadodara
Breakfast and darshan at the Ambaji Mandir, then drive to Vadodara. Guests who wish can visit the Umiya Dham Temple at Unjha on the way. Evening check-in; dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3: Vadodara – Pavagadh – Vadodara Approx. 60 km · 1:30 hrs each way Night in Vadodara
Breakfast, then visit the Pavagadh Kalika Mata Temple and Champaner. In the evening, Laxmi Vilas Palace and Sayaji Baug in Vadodara. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Places on this day
Pavagadh Kalika Mata Temple
Perched at the summit of Pavagadh Hill (about 762–800 m above sea level), this revered shrine is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas and is dedicated to Goddess Kalika Mata.
Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park
A UNESCO World Heritage Site with a rich mix of ancient Hindu, Jain and 15th-century Islamic architecture, including the grand Jami Masjid, Saher ki Masjid, stepwells and massive fort walls.
Ropeway (Udan Khatola)
The cable car that takes pilgrims and visitors from the midway point up close to the hilltop temple.
Day 4: Vadodara – Chotila – Ahmedabad Approx. 420 km · 8:00 hrs
Breakfast and check-out, then drive to the Chotila Mata Temple. After darshan, evening drop at Ahmedabad railway station or airport.
Places on this day
Chotila Mata Temple
The Mataji temple sits on top of Chotila hill, around 1,250 feet high, in Surendranagar district.

Good to know

Temple timings, safari permits and attraction operations are subject to local authorities and operating conditions on the travel date.

Vehicle type is subject to availability at the time of confirmation.

Early check-in depends on room availability. If guests need rooms before the standard check-in time, an extra room may have to be booked.

For family occupancy, confirm extra beds or mattresses in advance. Meal-plan charges may apply as per the final quotation.

Hotel rates, room inventory, attraction tickets and seasonal products are subject to availability.