Gujarat to Jamnagar: A 9-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Ahmedabad City
    233 km (4h 30m) from Gujarat

    Explore the Sabarmati Ashram, and learn about India's fight for independence from the British Empire. Visit the Kankaria Lake and enjoy the water park.

  2. Day 2: Rajkot City
    214 km (4h) from Ahmedabad City

    Visit the Rotary Dolls Museum and learn about different cultures' dolls. Head to Watson Museum and Rajkumar College and appreciate their architecture.

  3. Day 3: Junagadh City
    73 km (2h) from Rajkot City

    Explore the Uparkot Fort and witness the grandeur of the ancient architecture. Visit the Mahabat Maqbara and marvel at the Islamic and Gothic architectural blend.

  4. Day 4: Sasan Gir Wildlife Sanctuary
    80 km (2h) from Junagadh City

    Take a guided tour of the Sasan Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, the only place in the world with Asiatic Lions. Enjoy a jeep safari and capture memories with scenic views.

  5. Day 5: Somnath Temple
    40 km (1h) from Sasan Gir Wildlife Sanctuary

    Visit the Somnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Witness Maha aarti, light and sound show, and explore the beach.

  6. Day 6: Diu Island
    70 km (2h) from Somnath Temple

    Visit the ancient Portuguese Fort, enjoy water sports, and bask in the sun on pristine beaches. Savor the local seafood.

  7. Day 7: Jamnagar
    342 km (6h) from Diu Island

    Visit the Marine National Park and the Khijadia Bird Sanctuary. Witness the bandhani, a Gujarati tie-dye technique, at nearby villages.

  8. Day 8: Dwarka City
    130 km (3h) from Jamnagar

    Visit the Dwarkadhish Temple, one of the four Chardhams for Hindus. Take a dip in the river Gomti. Explore Bet Dwarka island and the Rukmani Temple.

  9. Day 9: Ahmedabad City
    442 km (7h 30m) from Dwarka City

    Take a heritage walk in Ahmedabad city, and view the vintage car memoirs at the Auto World Vintage Car Museum. Visit the Akshardham Temple and indulge in a light and sound show.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sabarmati Ashram (2 hours, free)
  • Kankaria Lake Water Park (4 hours, INR 300)
  • Rotary Dolls Museum (2 hours, INR 25)
  • Watson Museum (3 hours, INR 50)
  • Jeep Safari in Sasan Gir Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 2000)
  • Somnath Temple, Maha Aarti (2 hours, free)
  • Portuguese Fort (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Marine National Park (3 hours, INR 150)
  • Dwarkadhish Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Akshardham Temple Light and Sound Show (1.5 hours, INR 150)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2,775

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a heritage walk in Rajkot city, or visit the Girnar mountain range. If you have less time, skip Jamnagar or make it a day trip from Rajkot city.

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