7-Day Cultural Immersion Itinerary from Bangalore to Dwarka

1. Day 1: Iskcon Temple
   20 minutes (10.5 km) from Bangalore Airport

   Explore the beautiful temple and attend the cultural programs

2. Day 2: Akshardham Temple
   20 hours (1,400 km) from Iskcon Temple

   Marvel at the unique architectural grandeur of the temple dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan

3. Day 3: Sabarmati Ashram
   4 hours (250 km) from Akshardham Temple

   Re-live the history of India’s freedom struggle through the museum and exhibits at Mahatma Gandhi's famous ashram

4. Day 4: Somnath Temple
   8 hours (425 km) from Sabarmati Ashram

   Visit the first Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva, the Somnath temple, on the scenic coast of Gujarat

5. Day 5: Gir National Park
   2.5 hours (90 km) from Somnath Temple

   Spot rare Asiatic lions, leopards and other wildlife in their natural habitat at India’s largest wildlife sanctuary

6. Day 6: Dwarkadhish Temple
   2 hours (100 km) from Gir National Park

   Visit the famous temple dedicated to Lord Krishna and marvel at its intricate carvings and spiritual vibes

7. Day 7: Rukmini Devi Temple
   30 minutes (12 km) from Dwarkadhish Temple

   End the trip with a visit to the revered temple dedicated to Lord Krishna’s wife, Rukmini, and admire the intricate stone carvings and artwork

Time and Costs Estimates

• Iskcon Temple (1 hour, free entry)
• Akshardham Temple (2-3 hours, ₹170/person)
• Sabarmati Ashram (3-4 hours, free entry)
• Somnath Temple (2-3 hours, free entry, ₹100 for camera)
• Gir National Park (4-5 hours, ₹1,000/person for safari)
• Dwarkadhish Temple (2-3 hours, free entry)
• Rukmini Devi Temple (1-2 hours, free entry)
Total Estimated Cost: ₹1,170 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, explore the vibrant bazaars of Ahmedabad or visit the White Rann of Kutch. If you have less time, skip Gir National Park or Rukmini Devi Temple. Make sure to check opening and closing times and plan your itinerary accordingly.