Arrive in Dwarka at 2:30pm, check into your hotel and freshen up; use this time to store luggage and confirm next-day boat bookings for Bet Dwarka. Hotels typically allow check-in from mid-afternoon.
Have a late lunch at your hotel or a nearby vegetarian restaurant — choose a Gujarati thali or light snacks to recharge after travel; many eateries serve till 4:00–5:00pm but confirm locally.
Walk along Gomti Ghat, enjoy the riverside ambience and photo opportunities; the adjacent archaeological museum may close by 5:00pm, so stick to outdoor sights in late afternoon.
Attend the evening aarti at Dwarkadhish (Jagat Mandir) — the highlight of a Dwarka visit; evening aarti usually starts around 6:00pm but times can vary so arrive early for darshan queues.
Dine at a clean rooftop restaurant near the temple area offering Gujarati cuisine and thalis; kitchens generally close by 9:30–10:00pm — check with staff for closing time.
Have a light breakfast at the hotel or nearby eatery and reach the Dwarka ferry jetty early; ferries to Bet Dwarka start early (around 7:00am) — book your boat in advance where possible.
Take the short boat ride to Bet Dwarka to visit the Krishna temple, quiet beaches and fishing hamlets; boat services generally operate until early/mid-afternoon (verify current schedule).
On return to Dwarka, optionally visit Nageshwar (one of the 12 Jyotirlingas) en route — the shrine typically welcomes visitors during daytime hours but check local timings.
Visit Kirti Mandir (Mahatma Gandhi’s birthplace museum) and the nearby Sudama Temple in Porbandar; Kirti Mandir usually opens around 9:30am–6:00pm — verify seasonal hours.
Stroll along the Porbandar coastline, watch the sunset and explore local stalls — choose hygienic food options and keep valuables secure along the promenade.
Have dinner at a reputable local restaurant serving Gujarati fare and coastal specialities; request vegetarian preparations if preferred and confirm kitchen closing time.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel or a popular local café (Gujarati snacks or continental options) before departing for Madhavpur; many cafés open from 7:00am onwards.
Attend evening darshan and aarti at Somnath Temple — a major jyotirlinga with a powerful coastal setting; verify darshan queue procedures and evening aarti timing locally (often around sunset).
Dine at a well-reviewed hotel restaurant in Somnath/Veraval offering vegetarian and seafood options; many hotel kitchens stay open for pilgrims but check closing times.
If you want a quieter visit, attend the early morning Somnath aarti before breakfast — morning aartis are typically held before or around sunrise; confirm exact timing locally.
Have breakfast at the hotel (vegetarian options and eggs if available) and prepare for the drive to Sasan Gir; breakfast service typically runs 7:00–9:30am.
Drive to Sasan Gir (approx 1.5 hours), the gateway to Gir National Park — arrive late morning to check in and confirm your safari bookings for the next day if needed.
Visit Devaliya (fenced) Safari Park in the afternoon for easier wildlife viewing; check opening times and book tickets in advance as slots fill quickly.
Take the early morning jeep safari to maximise chances of sighting Asiatic lions, deer and birds; safari slots run in fixed morning and afternoon windows (typically early morning ~6:00am–9:30am) — pre-book and carry ID.
Explore Uparkot Fort (historic fort with stepwells, ramparts and viewpoints) and the nearby Buddhist caves; Uparkot is generally open in daytime (approx 9:00am–5:30pm).
Drive to Virpur (Veerpur) where the Khodaldham temple complex is located; travel time varies by route and traffic so allow 2–3 hours and check road conditions.
Visit Khodaldham, a modern and large temple complex dedicated to Khodal Mata; temple visiting hours typically run ~6:00am–1:00pm and 4:00pm–9:00pm—dress respectfully and check timings.
If time permits, walk the local lanes near the temple or finalise arrangements to your next connection (train/flight/road); allow generous travel time for departures.
If staying an extra night, have dinner at a recommended hotel; otherwise confirm transport and depart. Re-check bookings and travel times well in advance.