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5-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Ahmedabad, Statue of Unity, Dwarka, and Somnath

  1. Day 1: Ahmedabad
    2 hours (95.4 miles) from Ahmedabad Airport

    Visit the Sabarmati Ashram, which was once the home of Mahatma Gandhi. Then, head to the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque to admire its intricate latticework windows. In the evening, take a stroll at the Kankaria Lakefront.

  2. Day 2: Statue of Unity
    3.5 hours (91.5 miles) from Ahmedabad

    Visit the world's tallest statue, the Statue of Unity, which is a tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Take a boat ride in the Sardar Sarovar Dam and witness the beautiful view of the statue from the water. In the evening, watch the multimedia show at the statue.

  3. Day 3: Dwarka
    5.5 hours (235.7 miles) from Statue of Unity

    Start the day by visiting the Dwarkadhish Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Then, head to the Rukmini Devi Temple and the Beyt Dwarka Island. In the evening, relax at the Dwarka Beach.

  4. Day 4: Somnath
    4 hours (170.3 miles) from Dwarka

    Visit the Somnath Temple, which is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Witness the Aarti ceremony in the evening and enjoy the light and sound show. Then, take a stroll at the Triveni Sangam, where three rivers meet.

  5. Day 5: Palitana
    7 hours (242.5 miles) from Somnath

    Visit the Palitana Temples, which contain more than 900 temples on a single hilltop. The temples are sacred to the Jain community and offer a breathtaking view of the surrounding area. In the evening, head back to Ahmedabad.

Recommendations

If you have more time, you can explore other places in Gujarat such as Gir National Park, Rann of Kutch, and the Sun Temple in Modhera. You can also take a side trip to Udaipur in Rajasthan. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisine such as dhokla, fafda, and theplas. Lastly, make sure to carry comfortable walking shoes and stay hydrated throughout the trip.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sabarmati Ashram (2 hours, free)
  • Sidi Saiyyed Mosque (1 hour, free)
  • Kankaria Lakefront (2 hours, free)
  • Statue of Unity (3 hours, INR 350 for adults)
  • Sardar Sarovar Dam (1 hour, INR 120 per person)
  • Dwarkadhish Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Rukmini Devi Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Beyt Dwarka Island (3 hours, INR 350 per boat)
  • Dwarka Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Somnath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Triveni Sangam (1 hour, free)
  • Palitana Temples (5 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1,040 per person
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