Stop for a quick Gujarati breakfast (khaman/dhokla or poha) at a reliable highway vegetarian eatery – keeps the drive smooth and is light before temple visits.
Visit the famous Hanuman temple at Sarangpur, known for daily aarti and strong devotional tradition; temple darshan generally 6:00am–12:30pm and 4:00pm–9:00pm so plan for midday or evening darshan.
Check into a mid-range hotel; recommended for convenience so you can rest before evening temple timings. Two twin/double rooms for four people is typical.
Approximate total tolls for entire multi-day route are estimated below; keep cash/FASTag ready. This is an estimate for planning — actual tolls vary by exact route.
Visit the Jalaram Bapa shrine in Virpur, open generally from 5:00am to late evening; seek blessings and see the simple, devotional atmosphere of the temple.
Enjoy a simple Gujarati meal (rotli, shaak, farsan) at a recommended local restaurant; calm evening and prepare for next day’s longer drive to Somnath.
Arrive Somnath, check into a coastal hotel or guesthouse near the Somnath Temple for convenience. Recommended choices include mid-range hotels or temple-run accommodation.
Visit the Somnath Jyotirlinga; temple timings are typically 5:00am–9:30pm with specific aarti times — darshan and the sea-facing temple view are highlights.
Visit Triveni Sangam (river meets sea) and Bhalka Tirth — both are short drives from the main temple and worth the spiritual and photo stops; open daytime until dusk.
Attend the Somnath light-and-sound show (timings vary, often around 7:30–8:30pm) which narrates the temple’s history — check current schedule at the temple complex.
Have breakfast and depart early — the drive to Dwarka is substantial (approx 4–6 hours depending on route and stops); ensure you have water and snacks.
Visit the famous Dwarkadhish (Jagat Mandir). Typical temple hours: early morning and evening (around 5:30am–12:30pm & 4:00pm–9:00pm) — plan darshan accordingly.
Take the government/private boats to Beyt Dwarka (boats typically run from around 8:00am to 4:00pm; schedules vary by season). Plan to reach early to avoid crowds.
Visit the temples on Beyt Dwarka and see the fishing village; island walk is pleasant and spiritually rewarding. Boat return timings require attention — plan to be back before late afternoon.
Depart Dwarka very early (5:00am) for the long drive to Ambaji (approx 7–9 hours depending on traffic). Stop en route for a hot breakfast around a mid-way town.
Visit the Ambaji Mata Temple; typical timings are 4:00am–10:00pm with peak hours in the morning and early evening — plan darshan in the afternoon/evening to avoid crowds.