5-Day Itinerary: Surat, Somnath, Dwarka, Jaipur

  1. Day 1: Surat
    2.5 hours (150km) from Vadodara

    Visit the Surat Castle which houses a museum showcasing the history of Surat. Then, head to the Dutch Garden and Dumas Beach to relax and take in some scenic views.

  2. Day 2: Somnath
    8.5 hours (450km) from Surat

    Start your day with a visit to the Somnath Temple, one of the 12 jyotirlingas in India. Afterward, explore the Somnath Beach and visit the Somnath Museum to learn about the history and mythology surrounding the temple.

  3. Day 3: Dwarka
    3.5 hours (230km) from Somnath

    Begin your day with a visit to Dwarkadhish Temple, followed by a trip to Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple. Head to Beyt Dwarka, a nearby island that houses a temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, and then visit the Rukmini Devi Temple to complete your day.

  4. Day 4: Jaipur
    21 hours (1260km) from Dwarka

    Explore the City Palace and Jantar Mantar to learn about Jaipur's rich history and astronomy. Visit Hawa Mahal to take in the beautiful architecture and then shop for souvenirs at the vibrant and bustling Johari Bazaar.

  5. Day 5: Jaipur
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    Explore the imposing Amer Fort featuring a palace, a temple, and halls of private and public audience. Then head to Nahargarh Fort to get an excellent panoramic view of Jaipur city. End your day with a visit to Chokhi Dhani, a famous Rajasthani-themed resort that offers an insight to local culture, performances and foods.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Surat Castle (45 minutes, INR 20)
  • Dutch Garden (30 minutes, INR 10)
  • Dumas Beach (1 hour, Free)
  • Somnath Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Somnath Beach (1 hour, Free)
  • Somnath Museum (45 minutes, INR 10)
  • Dwarkadhish Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Beyt Dwarka (3 hours, INR 250 for boat ride)
  • Rukmini Devi Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • City Palace (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Jantar Mantar (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Hawa Mahal (45 minutes, INR 50)
  • Johari Bazaar (2 hours, varies)
  • Amer Fort (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Nahargarh Fort (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Chokhi Dhani (4 hours, INR 700 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1540

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit Gir National Park to see the Asiatic lions, or head to Udaipur to visit the City Palace and enjoy the scenic views around Lake Pichola. If you have less time, skip the Dutch Garden and limit your time spent at the beaches.

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