Destinations: Rajkot, Dwarka, Porbandar, Somnath, Gir National Park
Duration: 05 Nights and 06 Days
Tour Code: 1208
Description
When it is about heritage, Gujarat is certainly a place that can be compared to none. This beautiful state is an abode to vivacious ethnicity and hospitable locals. The ancient architectural intellect and precision take the tourism of this state to another level. This tour is ideal for exploring the vibrant culture and heritage of Gujarat. The major destinations covered in this tour are Dwarka and Somnath.
The major highlights of this Gujarat tour package are the renowned Dwarkadheesh and Nageshwar Mahadev Temples in Dwarka.
Itinerary Overview
Day 01: Arrival at Rajkot Airport / Railway Station to Dwarka
Meals: on own
Accommodation: Dwarkadhish Lords Eco Inn or similar
Arrive at Rajkot and proceed to Dwarka (226 km / 5 hrs). Reach Dwarka and check in at the hotel.
In the evening, visit Gomati Ghat Temple.
Gomati Ghat Temple: On the banks of the Gomti River, A Shiva temple, as well as lesser shrines of Lord Rama, Lord Krishna, and Krishna's friend Sudama, where pilgrims have worshiped for at least 100 years. You can also hire a boat and use it to traverse the river for a panoramic view of Dwarka.
Overnight stay
Day 02: Dwarka
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Dwarkadhish Lords Eco Inn or similar
After breakfast, visit some famous temples of Dwarka.
The Dwarkadheesh Temple: It is a Hindu temple in Dwarka. The Dwarkadhish temple, also known as Jagat Mandir or Dwarka, is one of Hinduism's four holiest pilgrimage destinations (Chardham) and is linked to Lord Krishna's life.
Nageshwar Temple is a Shiva temple located near Okha that houses one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in an underground chamber.
Rukmani Temple: This temple is located 2 kilometers from Dwarka City. The local explanation for this distance is based on an old legend. According to locals, Lord Krishna and his wife Rukmani once went to the sage Durvasha to invite him to dinner at Dwarka.
Overnight Stay.
Day 03: Dwarka to Somnath via Porbandar
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Lords Inn or similar
After breakfast, check out and travel to Somnath (250 km / 6 hrs).
En route, stop over at the Harsiddhi Mata temple, offering excellent views of the Arabian Sea. Visit the Sudama Temple, which is also known as Sudama Dwarka. You may visit Kirti Mandir at Porbandar. If time permits, proceed to Ghed Madhavpur, famous for its Madhavraiji Temple of Lord Krishna and Lord Balrama.
Reach Somnath by evening. Visit the Somnath Temple & Triveni Sangam, a renowned Shiva Temple and considered first of the 12 Jyotirlinga Temples, one of the most visited Shiva Temples in India. Send the evening at the temple, where you can enjoy a Light & Sound show if the weather permits.
Overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 04: Somnath to Sasan Gir
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Gir Birding Lodge
After breakfast, proceed to Sasan Gir (70 km / 2 hrs).
En route, visit Bhalka Teerth, which is located 5 kilometers away from Veraval. While resting on a deer's skin, Shri Krishna was fatally wounded by the arrow of a huntsman named Jara.
Check in to the hotel
Evening is free at leisure, and to capture the wildlife in your camera near the premises.
Sasan Gir is the only abode of Asiatic Lions andis considered excellent for bird watching.
The park checklist has almost 200 birds, and about 50 other species have been recorded in the grasslands along the periphery of the Sanctuary
Dinner and overnight stay
Day 05: Sasan Gir
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Gir Birding Lodge
Early morning, proceed for a wildlife safari at Gir National Park.
It is the best time for Wildlife viewing, Lion and Leopard tracking. Return to the resort for breakfast.
After lunch, you can go for another safari or opt for beautiful Nature Walks, Birding,g and Wildlife Photography
The day is over with the Sasan Gir Safari
Dinner and overnight stay
Day 06: Departure
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None
After breakfast, check out from the resort and proceed to Rajkot Airport/ Railway Station. Tour Ends
Highlights
- Dwarkadhish Temple
- Nageshwar Temple
- Rukmani Temple
- Somnath Temple
- Lion & Leopard Tracking
Service Included
- Accommodation for 02 nights in Dwarka
- Accommodation for 01 night in Somnath
- Accommodation for 02 nights in Sasan Gir
- Meals as per itinerary
- Sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Dedicated transportation for 06 days
- All Taxes
Services Not Included
- Outdoor activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary will be chargeable
- Airfare / Train Tickets, Optional Tours, tips, any monument, museum entrance fee, any activity fee, camera fee, excursions, personal & incidental expenses
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
- Any increase in the govt. taxes and state taxes
