Non-AC Swiss Cottage
ENTRY LEVEL — THE "FROM" PRICE₹12,600 per person, twin-sharing
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Rann Utsav 2 Nights 3 Days
Our most-booked package — the sweet spot between experience and value. Two sunsets, two cultural evenings, star-gazing on the salt flats. From ₹12,600 per person.
Non-AC Swiss from ₹12,600·Deluxe AC from ₹16,600·All meals included·Star-gazing included
WHY 2N/3D IS THE SWEET SPOT
Our Most Recommended Rann Utsav Package
The 2 Night / 3 Day package at ₹12,600 is, by a significant margin, our most popular Rann Utsav package — and for good reason. It is the first package where you genuinely settle into the rhythm of the desert rather than just passing through it.
On the first evening, you arrive, you are awed, and you experience the magic. By the second evening, you understand it. The light is different; you know the paths; you have favourite spots on the Rann. The second cultural performance features different artists, different folk traditions. The star-gazing session on the second night — with a telescope and a knowledgeable guide — is included as standard and is consistently cited by guests as a highlight they had not anticipated.
Two nights also means all lunches are included — the Gujarati thali at Dhordo is excellent and a full day without meal decisions is genuinely relaxing. You leave the 2N/3D package feeling satisfied that you experienced the White Rann fully, not just glimpsed it. Guests who book the 1N/2D package consistently report wishing they had stayed longer; guests on the 2N/3D package arrive at exactly the right duration.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
2N/3D Package Inclusions
Included
₹12,600
per person · twin sharing
- ✓ Two nights — Non-AC Swiss cottage (upgrades priced below)
- ✓ Welcome drink on arrival
- ✓ All meals — 2 dinners, 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches
- ✓ Two evening cultural folk performances
- ✓ Guided White Rann sunset walks (2)
- ✓ Guided sunrise walks (2)
- ✓ Bonfire evenings (2)
- ✓ Star-gazing session with telescope
- ✓ Rann Utsav & White Rann entry passes
- ✓ Bhuj station/airport pickup & drop
- ✓ Craft village visit at Dhordo
Not Included
- ✗ Travel to/from Bhuj city
- ✗ Camel rides (₹500 each on-site)
- ✗ ATV rides (₹1,000 each)
- ✗ Bhuj city day trip (add ₹1,200/vehicle)
- ✗ Full moon night surcharge (₹500/person)
- ✗ Personal expenses & tips
- ✗ 5% GST on accommodation
- ✗ Travel/health insurance
- ✗ Alcoholic beverages
ACCOMMODATION
Which Tent Does ₹12,600 Book?
The headline from ₹12,600 per person for 2 Nights / 3 Days is the Non-AC Swiss Cottage — the entry-level category. Every price below is the total for two nights, per person on twin-sharing unless the card says otherwise, exclusive of GST. All six categories include the same meals, cultural evenings, White Rann visits and Bhuj transfers — what changes is the tent.
Suites
Rajwadi & Darbari — Royal Suites
For honeymoons, milestones and group luxury stays — a private suite rather than a tent room.
Peak dates carry a surcharge
The rates above apply on ordinary season dates. Diwali week, full-moon windows and the general December to January peak add a surcharge per person, and Christmas to New Year (18 December to 2 January) adds more again — for two nights:
- Diwali, full moon and general December to January — ₹3,500 per person
- Christmas and New Year, 18 December to 2 January — ₹6,000 per person
Check which of your dates fall in those windows on the Rann Utsav 2026-27 dates calendar, read what makes each one worth planning around on the Rann Utsav special dates guide, or see the full rate sheet with cancellation terms on the Rann Utsav Tent City booking page. Children under six stay free of charge.
DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY
Your 2N/3D Itinerary
Three days, two nights, and every significant experience the White Rann offers. Timings are approximate and can be adjusted based on your preferences.
Day 1
Arrival & First Sunset on the Rann
- 12:00Pickup from Bhuj station/airport in AC vehicle
- 14:00Check-in at Dhordo Tent City — welcome drink and Gujarati thali lunch
- 16:30First visit to the White Rann — guided sunset walk
- 18:00Sunset on the salt flats — photography, camel procession viewing
- 19:00Return to tent city — freshen up
- 20:00Evening cultural folk performance — Garba, Dandiya, Kutchi music
- 21:30Bonfire dinner — Gujarati thali under the stars
- 22:30Optional: moonlit walk on the salt flats
Day 2
Full Rann Day + Optional Bhuj Excursion
- 06:00Sunrise on the White Rann — guided walk, chai service on the salt flats
- 08:00Breakfast at tent city
- 09:30Optional: Bhuj city excursion — Aina Mahal, Prag Mahal, craft market (add-on)
- 09:30Or: Dhordo village exploration — artisan workshops, craft bazaar
- 13:00Gujarati thali lunch at tent city restaurant
- 15:00Leisure time — tent rest, camel ride (optional), ATV ride (optional)
- 17:00Second sunset on the White Rann — different light, different experience
- 20:00Second cultural evening — different folk artists and programmes
- 21:30Star-gazing session with telescope and guide on the salt flats
Day 3
Sunrise, Breakfast & Departure
- 06:00Final sunrise on the White Rann — always the most precious moment
- 08:00Breakfast and checkout from tent city
- 09:30Optional: Dhordo craft bazaar last visit, souvenir shopping
- 10:30Depart for Bhuj
- 12:00Arrive Bhuj — lunch (own expense) and drop to station/airport
FAQ
2N/3D Package FAQs
Why is the 2N/3D package the most popular Rann Utsav package?
The 2 Night / 3 Day package at ₹12,600 is our most recommended option because it finds the perfect balance between immersion and convenience. Two nights means two sunsets, two sunrises, two cultural evenings (with different performers), a full day to explore Dhordo village, a star-gazing session, and enough time to genuinely relax in the desert — without requiring more than three days' leave from work. Guests who book 1N/2D consistently wish they had stayed longer; guests on the 2N/3D package arrive satisfied that they got everything.
What does the Bhuj day trip include?
On Day 2 of the 2N/3D package, we offer an optional half-day excursion to Bhuj city. The city of Bhuj, 80 km from Dhordo, has extraordinary heritage sights including the Aina Mahal (an 18th-century palace with mirrored interiors), the Prag Mahal (a Gothic-influenced palace with a panoramic bell tower), the Kutch Museum (India's oldest regional museum), and the vibrant old city market area with the best traditional Kutchi craft shopping anywhere. The excursion departs at approximately 09:30 and returns by 14:30. Private vehicle cost is ₹1,200 for up to four persons.
Is this package available for solo travellers?
Yes — solo travellers are welcome on the 2N/3D package. However, solo occupancy of a tent carries a supplement charge (the base price is calculated on twin sharing). For solo travellers, the per-person cost is approximately 1.6× the twin-sharing rate. Some solo travellers prefer to pair up with another solo guest from our booking list — call us and we can check if this is possible for your dates.
Which accommodation type is included in the ₹12,600 price?
The ₹12,600 base price is two nights in a Non-AC Swiss cottage — a canvas cottage with twin beds, an attached bathroom with hot water and a front porch, cooled by fan and air cooler rather than air conditioning. It is the entry-level category and it suits October–November and February–March, when desert nights are mild. The upgrade most guests choose is the Deluxe AC Swiss cottage at ₹16,600 per person for two nights, which adds air conditioning and a sitting corner; above that sit the Premium tent at ₹18,600, the Super Premium at ₹20,600, the Rajwadi Suite at ₹70,000 per couple and the Darbari Suite at ₹1,40,000 per suite for two nights. Every category includes the same meals, cultural evenings and transfers.
Can we add the honeymoon or anniversary decoration to the 2N/3D package?
Absolutely — honeymooners and anniversary couples are warmly welcome to book the 2N/3D package. We offer complimentary rose petal decoration and a welcome card for anniversary couples who mention this at the time of booking. For additional romantic add-ons (private bonfire, moonlit walk, couple spa session), see our romantic add-ons menu. For the most comprehensive honeymoon experience, we recommend looking at our dedicated 3N/4D Honeymoon Package which includes all these add-ons as standard.
CONSIDERING MORE?
Upgrade to the 3N/4D Complete Experience
If your schedule allows, the 3 Night / 4 Day package at ₹18,900 adds three experiences that are genuinely outstanding and not available in shorter packages:
- →Dholavira UNESCO Heritage Day Trip — the ancient Harappan city, 5,000 years old, less than two hours from Dhordo
- →Kalo Dungar (Black Hill) sunset — the highest point in Kutch, with a panoramic view of the White Rann that is extraordinary
- →Mandvi Beach excursion — one of Gujarat's most beautiful beaches, 150 km from Dhordo
- →Three cultural evenings instead of two — each night features different folk artists
- →ATV ride on the salt flats included as standard
BOOK THE SWEET SPOT
Book Your 2 Night 3 Day Rann Utsav Package
From ₹12,600 per person. Our most popular package sells out fastest during full moon weekends and holiday periods. Call +91 92747 30220 to check availability.
