4-Day Gujarat Tour: Somnath, Dwarka, Rajkot, Vadodara, Ahmedabad

  1. Day 1: Somnath
    4 hours (235 km) from Ahmedabad

    Start your tour in Somnath, a pilgrimage site revered by Hindus as the place where Lord Shiva is said to have first manifested himself as a jyotirlinga (radiant sign of divinity). Visit the Somnath Temple, an impressive complex dating back to the 7th century that has been destroyed and rebuilt several times over the centuries. Take a stroll along the beach and watch the sunset over the Arabian Sea.

  2. Day 2: Dwarka
    4 hours (230 km) from Somnath

    Head to Dwarka, another important Hindu pilgrimage site and one of the seven most ancient religious cities in India. Visit the Dwarkadhish Temple, the main shrine in the town and a masterpiece of Hindu architecture, dedicated to Lord Krishna. Take a boat ride to the Beyt Dwarka island to see the Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the 12 jyotirlingas in India. End your day with a visit to the Dwarka Beach to relax and enjoy the views.

  3. Day 3: Rajkot and Vadodara
    6 hours (335 km) from Dwarka

    Start your day in Rajkot, a bustling industrial city and the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi. Visit the Watson Museum and the Kaba Gandhi No Delo, a museum dedicated to Gandhi's life. Continue to Vadodara, a cultural hub with a rich history and heritage. Visit the Laxmi Vilas Palace, the Sayaji Baug Park, and the Baroda Museum and Picture Gallery.

  4. Day 4: Ahmedabad
    2 hours (100 km) from Vadodara

    End your tour in Ahmedabad, the largest city in Gujarat and a hub of commerce, culture, and education. Visit the Sabarmati Ashram, the former home of Mahatma Gandhi and a symbol of India's struggle for independence. Explore the old city and its many mosques, temples, and bazaars. Visit the Calico Museum of Textiles, one of the finest textile museums in the world. End your day with a visit to the Kankaria Lake, a popular recreational spot in the city.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Somnath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Dwarkadhish Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Nageshwar Jyotirlinga (1 hour, free)
  • Laxmi Vilas Palace (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Sayaji Baug Park (1 hour, free)
  • Baroda Museum and Picture Gallery (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Sabarmati Ashram (2 hours, free)
  • Calico Museum of Textiles (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Kankaria Lake (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 350
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