3-Day Itinerary for Somnath, Dwaraka, Rajkot, Ahmedabad in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Somnath
    4 hours (231 km) from Ahmedabad

    Start the day early, making your way to the Somnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, located on the shores of the Arabian Sea. Spend time exploring the intricate architecture and history of the temple before heading to the Triveni Sangam, a confluence of three holy rivers. Take a boat ride to see the point where the rivers meet and watch the sun set over the sea. End the day with some local cuisine at the nearby food stalls.

  2. Day 2: Dwaraka and Bet Dwarka
    2.5 hours (127 km) from Somnath

    Start the day early by visiting the Dwarakadheesh Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna. Explore the temple's architecture and learn about the city's connection to Lord Krishna. Afterward, head to Bet Dwarka, a small island off the coast of Dwaraka, accessible only by boat. Visit the famous Nageshwar Jyotirlinga temple and the Rukmini Devi Temple. Spend the evening on the island enjoying the beautiful sunset views before returning to Dwaraka.

  3. Day 3: Rajkot and Ahmedabad
    4.5 hours (214 km) from Dwaraka

    Start the day by visiting the Watson Museum in Rajkot to learn about the history and culture of the city. Next, head to the Kaba Gandhi No Delo, the childhood home of Mahatma Gandhi, to learn about his life and legacy. Afterward, make your way to Ahmedabad and visit the Jama Masjid and Sabarmati Ashram, where Gandhi lived and worked. Spend the evening at the Kankaria Lake before heading back to your hotel.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Somnath Temple (2-3 hours, free)
  • Triveni Sangam (1 hour, boat ride cost varies)
  • Dwarakadheesh Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Bet Dwarka (4-5 hours, boat ride cost varies)
  • Watson Museum (1-2 hours, INR 20 for Indian citizens, INR 200 for foreigners)
  • Kaba Gandhi No Delo (1-2 hours, free)
  • Jama Masjid (1-2 hours, free)
  • Sabarmati Ashram (2-3 hours, free)
  • Kankaria Lake (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 220-2200 (depending on boat ride costs)
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