Overview

Ahmedabad, in western India, is the largest city in the state of Gujarat. The Sabarmati River runs through its center. On the western bank is the Gandhi Ashram at Sabarmati, which displays the spiritual leader’s living quarters and artifacts. Across the river, the Calico Museum of Textiles, once a cloth merchant's mansion, has a significant collection of antique and modern fabrics.

Jamnagar is a city in the western Indian state of Gujarat. On an island in Lakhota Lake, Lakhota Palace and Museum is a former fort that exhibits weapons, sculptures and pottery from the 9th to 18th centuries. At Bala Hanuman Temple, the Rama Naam prayer has been chanted continuously since 1964. To the northeast, the marshlands of Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary attract spotted deer, painted storks and migratory birds.

Dwarka is an ancient city in the northwestern Indian state of Gujarat. It’s known as a Hindu pilgrimage site. The ancient Dwarkadhish Temple has an elaborately tiered main shrine, a carved entrance and a black-marble idol of Lord Krishna. Dwarka Beach and nearby Dwarka Lighthouse offer views of the Arabian Sea. Southeast, Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary protects migratory birds and endangered species like the Indian wolf.

The Somnath temple located in Prabhas Patan near Veraval in Saurashtra on the western coast of Gujarat, is believed to be the first among the twelve jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. It is an important pilgrimage and tourist spot of Gujarat.

Gir Forest National Park is a wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat, western India. It was established to protect Asiatic lions, who frequent the fenced-off Devalia Safari Park, along with leopards and antelopes. Gir Jungle Trail, outside the fenced area, traverses deciduous forest and is home to wildlife including vultures and pythons. The Kamleshwar Dam has marsh crocodiles and birds, such as Indian skimmers and pelicans.

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival

Gandhi Ashram Hate Singh Jain Temple Akshardham Temple

Sightseeing

Transfers

Stay

On arriving at Ahmedabad our representative will welcome you and will transfer you to Hotel. On reaching Check in to Hotel and Later, visit the Gandhi Ashram along the banks of the river Sabarmati. Mahatma Gandhi set out on his Dandi march from this ashram. It has now been converted into a museum. See intricate carvings at the Hate Singh Jain Temple and admire the grand architecture of the Akshardham Temple. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 2

Ahmedabad to Jamnagar

Vardhman Shah’s Templ Shantinath Mandir Bala Hanuman Temple Bholeshwar Mahadev Temple Mota Ashapura Maa Temple

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

After Breakfast Check out from hoten and transfer to Jamnagar. Check into Hotel and Later Visit Vardhman Shah’s Temple, Shantinath Mandir, Bala Hanuman Temple, Bholeshwar Mahadev Temple, and the Mota Ashapura Maa Temple. Later come back hotel for overnight stay.

Day 3

Jamnagar to Dwarka

Beyt Dwarka Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple Gopi Talav

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Check out from the hotel and drive to Dwarka. Check in at the hotel and spend some time at your leisure. Visit Beyt Dwarka, believed to be the original abode of Lord Krishna. The Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple is home to one of the 12 svayambhu (self-existent) Jyotirlingas in the world. Visit the Gopi Talav, the lake where gopis are said to have reunited with Lord Krishna. The Rukmini Devi Temple is dedicated to the wife of Lord Krishna. Stay overnight at the hotel in Dwarka.

Day 4

Dwarka to Somnath (240 km/approx. 5 hours)

Kirti Mandir Sudama Temple Somnath Temple

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

After Breakfast Check out from hotel and transfer to Somnath. On your way, visit the Kirti Mandir in Porbandar, the haveli in which Mahatma Gandhi was born. It is now a museum. Also, visit the Sudama Temple, built to honour the friendship between Krishna and Sudama. Once in Somnath, go to the Somnath Temple which is situated by the sea and the Bhalka Tirth Temple where Lord Krishna is said to have been accidentally shot in the foot. Overnight in Somnath.

Day 5

Somnath to Gir (50 km/approx. 1.5 hours)

Safari

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Check out from the hotel and drive to Gir. Sasan Gir is known for being the only forest outside of Africa to have wild lions. Gir also has a large leopard population. Its other animal species include the sambar, spotted deer, nilgai and the chowsingha (the world’s only four-horned antelope). Even crocodiles can be seen in the reservoir and rivers flowing through the sanctuary. Go on an afternoon safari in the National Park by paying directly at the Park. Stay overnight in Gir.

Day 6

Gir to Ahmedabad (415 km/approx. 8 hours)

Departure

Breakfast

Transfers

After Breakfast Check out from the hotel and drive to the Ahmedabad for your return journey.