After landing at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport around 8:00 PM, allow 30–45 minutes for baggage, infant-related arrangements, and collecting your pre-booked 12-seater tempo traveller. The airport is about 8–12 km from central Ahmedabad, usually a 25–40-minute drive depending on traffic. Keep the vehicle’s first-night parking and hotel access confirmed in advance—older-city lanes can be narrow, so the driver may need to drop you at the nearest accessible point. Check in, freshen up, and avoid a long sightseeing schedule after the flight.
For your first Gujarati meal, drive to Agashiye, located inside the heritage House of MG in the Old City. The restored haveli courtyard is atmospheric and comfortable for a large family, with a traditional Gujarati thali served at a leisurely pace. Expect roughly ₹1,000–₹2,000 per adult, with children’s portions and infant-friendly food best requested when booking. Reserve ahead for nine guests, preferably for around 9:30 PM, and mention that you have an infant so a quieter table and space for a stroller can be arranged. Dinner generally takes about 1.5 hours; confirm the restaurant’s final seating time when booking, as timings can vary.
If everyone still has energy, continue to Manek Chowk Night Food Market, about 5–15 minutes away depending on Old City traffic. This is a lively late-night market known for local snacks such as maska bun, pav bhaji, dosa, kulfi, and Gujarati treats. Spend around 45 minutes browsing rather than attempting a second full meal after Agashiye. The lanes are crowded and unsuitable for bringing the tempo traveller deep into the market, so ask the driver for the nearest practical drop-off and stay together, especially with the child and infant. Use bottled water, choose busy stalls with high turnover, and skip raw garnishes if anyone has a sensitive stomach. Return to the hotel afterward and rest well; the next day’s long drive to Dwarka begins early.
Leave Ahmedabad around 5:30 AM in your pre-booked 12-seater tempo traveller. The drive to Dwarka is roughly 440 km and 9–10 hours, via Rajkot and Jamnagar. Build in two or three short stops for the infant and child; a practical breakfast stop is around Rajkot, where highway restaurants generally open early. Keep water, light snacks, medicines, and a change of clothes within the cabin rather than in the luggage compartment. Confirm that the driver is comfortable with the long return journey, and ask the hotel in Dwarka about parking before arrival.
Expect to reach Dwarka around 3:00–4:00 PM, depending on traffic and breaks. Check into your hotel, have a light meal, and rest for 1.5–2 hours—this pause will make the evening temple visit much easier for the older travellers and children. Carry only essentials for the temple: phones may be restricted in parts of the complex, and large bags, food, footwear, and photography equipment may need to be left at designated counters. Keep some cash for lockers and small purchases, as arrangements can vary.
Around 5:30 PM, go to Dwarkadhish Temple in the Old Town. From most nearby hotels, your vehicle may need to stop at a designated parking area, followed by a short walk through the busy lanes. Allow 1.5–2 hours for security, queues, darshan, and the return walk; temple timings and access can change during festivals or special ceremonies, so check locally that day. Afterward, spend about 45 minutes at Gomti Ghat, immediately beside the temple. The steps are atmospheric at sunset, with boats, lamps, and views toward the river mouth; supervise children closely because the steps can be uneven and slippery.
Walk or take the tempo traveller a short distance to Chappan Bhog Multi Cuisine Restaurant for an uncomplicated vegetarian dinner, budgeting approximately ₹250–₹500 per person. Order early if the group wants thalis or several dishes together, as service can slow during the evening pilgrimage rush. Return to the hotel afterward and prepare a small day bag for tomorrow’s Nageshwar Jyotirlinga visit; an early night is worthwhile after today’s long road journey.
Start around 6:00–6:30 AM from your Dwarka hotel, after a light breakfast. The drive to Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple is approximately 17 km and 30–40 minutes by tempo traveller. Morning is the most comfortable time for darshan, particularly with an infant; allow 1–1.5 hours for the temple visit, security, footwear deposit and queueing. Entry is generally free, though timings and special-darshan arrangements can change, so confirm locally the previous evening. Dress modestly, carry minimal belongings, and avoid taking a large stroller into crowded areas. Parking is available near the temple, but your driver may need to drop the group close to the entrance and wait in the designated area.
Continue toward Gopi Talav, roughly 20–25 minutes from Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple. Spend 30–45 minutes walking around the sacred lake and taking a quiet break; the area is more exposed than shaded, so carry hats, water and sun protection. From there, continue to the Bet Dwarka Ferry Terminal at Okha, approximately 25–30 km away and usually a 45–60-minute drive. Keep 2–3 hours for the ferry and island visit, including queues, security checks, walking and possible waiting time for the return boat. Ferry operations can be affected by wind, rain or rough seas in September, so do not separate from the group and keep valuables protected. The terminal area can be busy and basic, with limited comfortable seating; carry snacks, drinking water and infant supplies. Confirm the final ferry-return timing before boarding, and ask the driver to wait in the official parking area.
Return to Dwarka after the island visit—normally around 45–60 minutes, depending on ferry and road traffic. Have a late lunch near your hotel rather than trying to fit in a long restaurant stop during the ferry excursion. In the late afternoon, visit Sudama Setu, a pedestrian suspension bridge near the Gomti waterfront. Allow about 45 minutes for the bridge, river views and photographs; opening hours and ticket availability may vary, so check at the entrance, especially if monsoon weather causes temporary closure. Go close to sunset if the sky is clear, but keep younger children close on the bridge and expect uneven walking surfaces around the waterfront.
Finish with an early vegetarian dinner at The Grand Radhey, a convenient family-friendly option in Dwarka. Plan approximately ₹300–₹600 per person, excluding any special items, and allow about an hour. Reaching by 7:30–8:00 PM is sensible for a group of ten, as it gives you a better chance of seating together and avoids a very late meal for the infant. After dinner, return directly to the hotel, keep the next morning’s luggage and temple clothing ready, and confirm your tempo traveller’s departure time for the onward drive. Carry a light shawl or rain layer: September in coastal Dwarka is typically warm and humid, with the possibility of short showers and breezy conditions around Okha.
Leave Dwarka around 6:30 AM in the tempo traveller for Porbandar, roughly 105 km away. The coastal drive usually takes 2½–3 hours, but allow extra time for tea, restroom and infant-care stops. Carry a simple breakfast, water and snacks, as reliable highway food options are limited early in the morning. On arrival, ask the driver to use the parking areas near the old town rather than stopping directly in front of the monuments.
Begin at Kirti Mandir, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi and Kasturba Gandhi, where the adjoining memorial rooms and small museum provide useful context without requiring a long visit. Allow 45–60 minutes; entry is generally free, though timings can vary, so confirm locally before travelling. From here, Sudama Mandir is a short drive through central Porbandar. Spend about 30 minutes seeing the temple dedicated to Sudama, Krishna’s childhood friend. Both stops are manageable with an infant, but carry a light stroller or baby carrier because footwear removal and short walks are involved. Kirti Mandir: must visit ★★★★☆; Sudama Mandir: worthwhile ★★★☆☆.
Have lunch in central Porbandar at a clean vegetarian Gujarati restaurant such as Sagar Restaurant or Honest Restaurant; choose a thali or simple khichdi, dal-rice and rotis for the children. Budget approximately ₹200–₹400 per person and keep the stop to about an hour. After lunch, continue from Porbandar to Somnath, approximately 130 km and 3–3½ hours. The road is generally straightforward, but the final approach can slow near towns, so expect to reach your hotel around 3:30–4:30 PM. Check in, rest, and keep the evening unhurried after the long drive.
Around sunset, take the short drive or walk from your hotel to Somnath Beach for a relaxed 45-minute seaside stroll. This is best enjoyed from the promenade rather than entering the water: currents can be strong, and swimming is not advisable, especially with a child or infant. September can remain humid, with occasional showers, so carry light rain protection and sandals that can handle wet ground. Return to the hotel for an early dinner and rest before the next day’s Somnath Temple visit. Somnath Beach: worthwhile for atmosphere ★★★★☆; check local weather and safety notices before going.
Start around 6:30–7:00 AM after breakfast, allowing approximately two hours for Somnath Temple. Morning darshan is cooler and generally more comfortable for your group, especially with an infant. The temple typically opens from early morning, but confirm the exact darshan and aarti schedule shortly before visiting. Photography and mobile phones are restricted inside the temple; use the cloakroom and follow security instructions. Keep footwear, bags and valuables to a minimum, and dress modestly. For nine travellers, including the infant, allow extra time at the entrance and use the tempo traveller’s designated parking area rather than attempting to stop directly outside the temple.
Walk or drive a short distance within the temple precinct to the Somnath Temple Museum and Exhibition. Spend about 45–60 minutes viewing the temple’s architectural history, reconstructions and exhibits; this is particularly useful after darshan and gives children a more understandable sense of the shrine’s long history. Carry water, as the complex can become warm by late morning. Continue to Triveni Sangam, roughly 1–2 km away, for about 45 minutes. The riverside is calmer than the temple entrance, but steps and uneven surfaces can be slippery, so keep the infant secured and avoid going too close to the water. A light snack or early lunch at your hotel is preferable to eating at unverified roadside stalls.
After a rest during the hotter part of the day, leave for Bhalka Tirth, around 4 km from Somnath and usually a 10–15-minute drive. Allow approximately 45 minutes for the shrine and grounds. The site is associated with the final episode of Lord Krishna’s earthly life and is generally quieter than the main temple. Ask the driver to wait in the proper parking area and avoid rushing the visit; late afternoon is more pleasant for walking. September can still be humid, with occasional rain, so carry umbrellas, sandals with good grip, drinking water and a change of clothes for the child or infant.
Return to the Somnath hotel for a break, then have an early vegetarian dinner near Somnath Temple, ideally around 7:30–8:00 PM. Choose a clean hotel restaurant or a well-reviewed vegetarian thali restaurant rather than an improvised roadside kitchen; budget approximately ₹250–₹500 per person. A Gujarati or Kathiawadi thali is filling, but request less spice and keep food simple for the infant and child. Confirm that the restaurant can seat nine people together and ask for freshly prepared items. Keep the evening relaxed—after the temple circuit, an early night will make the next long road journey more comfortable.
Leave Somnath at about 6:30 AM in the tempo traveller, carrying breakfast, water and baby supplies. The drive to Junagadh is approximately 90 km and 2–2½ hours, usually via NH51. With nine passengers including an infant, ask the driver to make one short comfort stop rather than rushing. Aim to reach Uparkot Fort around 9:00 AM; parking is generally available near the entrance, but the fort involves uneven stone surfaces and some walking, so use a baby carrier rather than a stroller. Allow around two hours. Entry is usually inexpensive—roughly ₹25–₹50 per adult, subject to current rates—and morning is far more comfortable than the afternoon. Uparkot Fort is a worthwhile stop for its old ramparts, gateways, stepwells and broad views over Junagadh.
From Uparkot Fort, take a short local drive to Adadi Wav, an atmospheric stepwell that can be covered in 30–45 minutes. The steps may be dusty or slippery, so keep children close and avoid carrying the infant down unnecessarily. Continue to Ashoka’s Major Rock Edicts, near the Girnar foothills, for a brief 30-minute visit. The inscriptions are protected behind railings and the site is quiet, but there is limited shade; carry caps, water and a light covering for the child. These two stops are close enough to combine without adding much driving, though access roads and opening arrangements can vary, so confirm locally with your driver or hotel before leaving Uparkot Fort.
Have an early lunch in Junagadh around 12:30–1:00 PM—choose a clean, air-conditioned family restaurant near Moti Baug or the main city market, and keep the meal simple before the long drive. Leave by approximately 1:30 PM for Ahmedabad, around 320 km and 6½–7½ hours depending on traffic and roadworks, generally via Gondal and Rajkot. Plan one proper tea-and-restroom break after Rajkot, plus a brief infant-care stop if needed. Keep valuables and luggage inside the vehicle during roadside breaks, and confirm that the driver has had adequate rest; reaching Ahmedabad at 7:00–8:00 PM is realistic but traffic near the city can delay the final approach.
After checking in and freshening up, keep dinner easy at a nearby Gujarati thali restaurant rather than crossing the city. A practical choice is Gordhan Thal in Thaltej, if your hotel is on the western side, or A Gujarati Thali around Navrangpura for a central stay. Expect approximately ₹300–₹700 per person; dinner takes about an hour. Ask for a mild thali for the child, and request hot water or plain rice if needed for the infant’s accompanying food. Since this is the final full road day, avoid a late outing and arrange the next morning’s Ahmedabad sightseeing, airport luggage storage and tempo-traveller drop-off tonight.
With a 9:00 PM flight, keep the final day gentle and leave your main luggage at the hotel or in the tempo traveller. Start around 7:30 AM for Sabarmati Ashram on Ashram Road. The drive from central Ahmedabad is usually 15–25 minutes; allow 1–1½ hours for the museum and riverside grounds. It is generally open from around 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM, with modest or no entry charges, but confirm timings before leaving. The peaceful setting is especially suitable for the older members of your group; keep the infant in a stroller or carrier, as some paths are uneven.
Continue toward the old city for Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, near Lal Darwaja, approximately 20–30 minutes away depending on traffic. Spend about 30 minutes admiring the famous carved stone “Tree of Life” lattice window. Dress respectfully, remove footwear where requested, and avoid visiting during prayer time; this is a compact stop, so the driver can wait nearby rather than searching for parking in the busy lanes.
After the mosque, drive approximately 25–30 minutes north to Adalaj Stepwell. Allow about an hour to see the carved galleries and descend only as far as is comfortable—there are steps, low light and uneven surfaces, so an infant carrier is more practical than a stroller. Visit before lunch if possible, when the stone structure is cooler. From Adalaj Stepwell, allow 30–40 minutes to reach Gujarat Science City in Sola. This is the best child-friendly stop of the day, with hands-on galleries and large exhibits; plan 2–3 hours, though you can shorten the visit if the child or infant needs rest. Ticket prices vary by attraction, so check the official booking portal and choose only the exhibits that suit your group.
Have a relaxed late lunch at The Green House near Law Garden, reached in roughly 25–35 minutes from Gujarat Science City depending on traffic. Allow about an hour for Gujarati dishes and snacks; budget approximately ₹400–₹800 per person. Ask for a quieter table and keep one adult with the vehicle while the others go in if parking is tight. By around 5:30–6:00 PM, collect your luggage and leave Ahmedabad for Ahmedabad Airport, typically 15–25 km away. For a 9:00 PM departure, leave no later than 6:00 PM—allow for evening traffic, returning the tempo traveller, check-in, security and time to feed or settle the infant. Have the driver use the airport’s departure terminal directly, and keep passports or identity documents, medicines, baby supplies and valuables in hand luggage rather than in the vehicle.