SUJATA SHAH

January 9 - 22, 2027

The tour begins at our hotel in Ahmdedabad at 6pm on January 9th for an introductory dinner and ends after breakfast on January 22nd in Bhuj.

We will spend:

• 4 nights in Ahmedabad

• 1 night in Dasada 

• 2 nights in Muli

• 6 nights in Bhuj

Your on the ground team in India will be lead by Sujata Shah and her husband, Nilesh with the assistance of Niyati Kukadia, a professional guide who specializes in the textiles and handcrafts of the Gujarat region.

You will also be joined by 11 other textile lovers!

US Passport - must be valid for at least 6 months after the last day of your trip and have 2 blank pages

Visa - if travelling from the US, you are required to get a visa to enter India as a tourist. You can apply for the visa here. (Be sure to make sure you are applying directly through the official link - there are lots of scams out there!)

If you are joining us from the US, you can find all the requirements and recomendations from the government here. If travelling from other countries, be sure to check with your governmental agency to make sure your paperwork is in order well before the trip!

Double Occupancy Only: $6500

Payment is charged in US dollars

A $500 trip deposit is required to hold your spot on the trip. Further payment is due in 2 installations. We will send out an invoice for the amount 2 weeks before the due date.

August 10: $3000

October 10: $3000

Balance payments must be made by Zelle or check. Credit cards are accepted for the initial deposit only.

If you would like to pay for your trip in full immediately, just let us know and we'll send you an invoice for the outstanding amount. 

• All lodging

• Air-conditioned coach and driver

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day

• All entry fees, activities, and gratuities

• Experienced and knowledgeable local guide

• Airfare

• Passport and visa fees

• Travel insurance (required)

• Personal or medical expenses

• Any additional charges associated with our stays including laundry or minibar fees.

• Meals or snacks outside of our itinerary

• Alcohol

We will send you a detailed itinerary closer to the date of your tour and while we intend to stick to that schedule, travel in India can sometimes require flexibility due to factors beyond our control. These moments often lead to unexpected discoveries and meaningful experiences. 

We hope you will bring a spirit of adaptability and openness, trusting that any changes made will be in the best interest of the group and the overall quality of the trip. Rolling with the unexpected is part of the adventure!

India offers a vibrant and diverse culinary experience and meals are an integral part of cultural immersion. While we aim to provide safe, authentic, and varied dining options throughout the trip, please note that we are unable to accommodate individual dietary restrictions, preferences, or food allergies. Due to the nature of group travel and local kitchen practices (where cross-contamination is common) it is not possible to guarantee allergen-free meals or adhere to special dietary requests.

All that being said - if you're a vegetarian, you're going to love India as there are many vegetarian options available!

We will also see many exciting and intriguing food options on the street and in the markets, however eating this food is not recommended.😁

We will be staying in 4 and 5 star hotels as well as a Home Stay while in Bhuj. The hotels provide amenities such as gym, pools, and laundry service. 

Travel to India requires good general health and the ability to participate in full-day activities. You will be walking up the stairs, on slopes and on the streets, which can be both crowded, busy and uneven. The weather may be more hot than you are accustomed to, and air conditioning may not be available at every location. You will need to be able to walk at least a mile and a half (with a break if needed). Some of the workshops and tours will require you to be able to stand for along period of time and you will need to be able to sit on the floor occasionally.

If you have any chronic medical conditions, mobility limitations, or dietary restrictions, please consult with your doctor to ensure this trip is suitable for you. Due to the nature of group travel, we cannot accommodate travelers who require significant mobility assistance or ongoing medical supervision.

Travel insurance with medical coverage is required.

If you need to cancel your participation in the tour, please notify us in writing.

The $500 deposit is non-refundable. If you cancel on or before October 28, 2026, any payments made beyond the deposit will be refunded in full.

For cancellations received after October 28, 2026, no refunds or credits will be issued for any payments made.

The final balance for the tour is due no later than October 10, 2026. Failure to make payment by the due date may result in the cancellation of your reservation and forfeiture of all payments made.

Cancellation by Sujata Shah Tours

Sujata Shah Tours reserves the right to cancel the tour at any time due to insufficient enrollment, force majeure events, government restrictions, safety concerns, or any other circumstances that may adversely affect the quality of the tour or the well-being of participants.

Should Sujata Shah Tours cancel the tour, participants will receive a full refund of all payments made to Sujata Shah Tours. This refund shall constitute full settlement of any claims arising from the cancellation.

Sujata Shah Tours is not responsible for any additional expenses incurred by participants, including but not limited to airline tickets, travel insurance premiums, visa fees, hotel accommodations, or other travel-related expenses that may be non-refundable or non-transferable.

We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance to protect your investment in the event of cancellation, travel delays, illness, or other unforeseen circumstances.