Early morning flight from Mumbai to Rajkot; takes about 1h10–1h30 depending on routing. (You also listed a later 9:50AM option if you prefer a later start.)
Mid-morning direct train to Veraval (arrives ~12:30). This is the faster option if you take the early flight; an alternative is Jbp Somnath Exp (12:36–17:30) if arriving later.
Enjoy a hearty Gujarati thali at one of the clean local restaurants close to the temple complex; simple, filling and widely available between 11:00–16:00.
Visit the iconic Somnath Temple — an important Jyotirlinga with beautiful sea-side setting and daily aartis; temple complex is open from early morning until late evening (confirm aarti times locally).
Small museum and exhibition by the Somnath Trust explaining the temple history and archaeology; follow with a relaxed walk along Somnath beach at sunset. Museum generally open ~09:00–18:00.
Short visit to Bhalka Tirth (site of Krishna’s arrow legend) just a 10-minute drive from Somnath; open through daylight hours, ideal for a peaceful early-evening stop.
Try fresh local coastal dishes (pomfret, prawns) or more Gujarati options at harbour-side restaurants in Veraval/Somnath area; many outlets open till 21:00–22:00.
Visit the Uperkot Fort, stepwells and Mahabat Maqbara — a compact historical circuit that explains Junagadh’s past; sites usually open from morning to early evening.
Enjoy a simple dinner at your lodge or resort near the sanctuary — many resorts offer Gujarati and continental options and will help book next-day safaris.
Pre-dawn jeep safari into Gir to see Asiatic lions and other wildlife; morning slots usually run around 05:30–09:30 (book on Forest Dept. portal well in advance).
Long coastal drive northwest to Dwarka (~220–240 km, roughly 3.5–5 hours depending on traffic and stops). Plan fuel and a short tea/lunch break en route.
Attend the evening aarti at Dwarkadhish (Lord Krishna) temple — one of Dwarka’s main experiences; temple complex is lively in the evening and open early morning to late night (confirm aarti time locally).
Short ferry to Bet Dwarka for Krishna’s island temples and quiet seafront; boat services usually operate between ~09:00–15:00 (confirm boat timings and return slots).
Drive east to Porbandar (approx 2–2.5 hours, ~100–140 km depending on route); Porbandar is the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi and has seaside attractions.
Visit Kirti Mandir — museum and memorial illustrating Gandhi’s early life; also visit the nearby Shree Hari Temple. Kirti Mandir generally open 09:00–18:00 (confirm local hours).
Short visit to the Jambavan cave and a stroll along the Porbandar coastline around sunset; sites are open in daylight hours, and the seafront is pleasant late afternoon.
Arrive Rajkot; transfer to Rajkot airport or railway station for onward travel to Mumbai or next destination. If you need a late flight, you can use the afternoon to explore Rajkot city briefly.
If you have time before departure, a short visit to local markets or a heritage site in Rajkot is possible — otherwise proceed to airport for your flight home.