Depart Pune on an overnight express toward Dwarka (book 2A/3A for comfort). Night travel saves daytime for darshan; keep ID, phone powerbank and basic snacks in carry-on.
Have a light, early breakfast at your hotel or a nearby cafe (many open by 7:00am) — choose a simple South/Guju vegetarian breakfast to keep energy for darshan.
Visit Dwarkadhish (Jagat Mandir) for morning darshan when crowds are smaller; the temple commonly opens very early and morning is peaceful for prayers and photos.
If you prefer, take the boat to Bet Dwarka (boats usually run from early morning to early afternoon) to visit island temples and old shrines — confirm last boat time locally (often around 2:30–3:00pm).
Lunch at a well-rated local restaurant or hotel serving Gujarati thali or simple vegetarian meals; hygienic, quick service recommended to keep to schedule.
Short drive (about 20–35 minutes depending on location) to Nageshwar — one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, quieter than Dwarkadhish and spiritually significant for Shiva devotees.
Darshan at Nageshwar; late afternoon/evening darshan is usually calm. Temple hours typically include early morning and late afternoon–evening (confirm locally).
Leave hotel early and board an early morning train from Dwarka to Veraval (nearest railhead for Somnath) — journey typically takes around 6–8 hours by train, so pick the earliest available service to reach Somnath by midday. Book in advance.
Have breakfast on the train or a packed breakfast from hotel/cafe to save time; many stations have basic options but packed or hotel breakfast is more reliable.
Lunch near the temple at a recommended restaurant or hotel — choose a hygienic, light meal (Gujarati thali or simple veg fare) to be comfortable for afternoon darshan.
Visit Somnath Temple for afternoon darshan and walk the seafront temple complex facing the Arabian Sea — afternoons can be warm; carry water and sun protection. Temple timings commonly include morning and evening slots; verify local times.
Visit Prabhas Patan Museum for archaeology and history and Bhalka Tirth where Krishna legend is commemorated; these sites are a short drive from the main temple and enrich the pilgrimage story.
Attend the evening aarti (held around sunset) — one of the most moving parts of the Somnath visit. Arrive 20–30 minutes early to get a good view; check exact time as it varies with sunset.
Board the overnight return train from Veraval/Somnath to Pune (book 2A/3A in advance). Keep essentials in your carry-on and reconfirm platform and running status same day.