What is the best way to plan a first buying visit to Surat textile markets?

First-time buyer guide for visiting Surat wholesale markets:

1. Plan for 2–3 days minimum. Surat has multiple market areas — trying to cover everything in one day leads to rushed decisions and missed opportunities.
2. Go Tuesday–Thursday. Busiest but most productive days. Avoid Monday (slow) and Friday afternoons (closing early for many traders).
3. Start at Ring Road or Bombay Market to understand variety and price range before committing.
4. Carry cash and UPI. Most wholesale shops prefer UPI for smaller orders. Keep a UPI-enabled phone ready.
5. Bring a trolley or large bags. Even if you are just sampling — catalogs and fabric sets are bulky.
6. Take photos of everything. Catalog names, prices, supplier business cards — you will not remember everything by Day 2.
7. Do not buy everything on Day 1. Walk, observe, compare prices across 3–4 shops before buying.