Start with the famous Somnath Temple's morning darshan and Mangala Aarti; the temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and offers a powerful spiritual experience and scenic coastline views.
Visit the Triveni Sangam where rivers meet and Bhalka Tirth (where Krishna was said to have been struck by an arrow); both are short, devotional stops with coastal views.
Settle into your hotel; confirm next-day safari bookings, driver schedule and boat bookings for later days — recommended for a smooth trip for 8 people.
Take a morning jeep/canter safari in Gir (best chance to see Asiatic lions, deer and birds); morning safaris typically run around 6:00–9:30AM and require prior booking.
A guided walk/park visit in the fenced Devaliya area (open ~9:00AM–5:00PM) gives closer views of wildlife in a safe environment — short stop before the long drive.
Continue the drive northwest toward Dwarka and visit the Nageshwar (Nageshvara) Jyotirlinga on the way — temple is usually open from early morning until late evening (commonly ~5:00AM–9:00PM).
Visit the ancient Dwarkadhish (Jagat Mandir) Temple during morning aarti to witness lively devotional rituals; temple hours usually split between morning and evening (approx 5:30AM–1:30PM / 5:00PM–10:00PM).
Short drive to the Rukmini Temple, dedicated to Krishna’s consort, known for its compact architecture and devotional importance; usually open 7:00AM–1:00PM & 4:00PM–8:00PM.
Catch a scheduled boat (boats usually run ~8:00AM–5:00PM; private boats often run slightly later) to Beyt/Bēt Dwarka island to see Krishna’s ancient temples and the quiet seaside atmosphere — confirm boat timings locally and book a private boat for 8 people.
Take a morning boat (recommended 8:00AM start if available) to fully explore Bet Dwarka’s Krishna Temple, lighthouse and seaside lanes while it’s peaceful and less crowded; check boat schedules in advance (generally 8:00AM–5:00PM for government/shared boats).
Explore the Dwarka lighthouse viewpoint and the historic Gopi Talav area for photography and local history; these stops are short and pleasant in the afternoon.
Attend the local Light & Sound show or evening temple aarti (timings vary seasonally — commonly 7:00PM onward); confirm the show schedule locally as times change.
After breakfast, drive south-west along the coast to Porbandar (approx 1.5–2.5 hours depending on stops), offering a cultural stop before onward travel.
Explore the Kirti Mandir museum and memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi; it’s typically open 8:30AM–5:00PM and gives historical context and a peaceful garden.