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4-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Gujarat

  1. Day 1: Sabarmati Ashram
    20 minutes (4.5 km) from Ahmedabad Railway Station

    In the morning, visit Sabarmati Ashram, home of Mahatma Gandhi from 1917 to 1930. Learn about the life and teachings of the father of the nation. In the afternoon, visit the Calico Museum of Textiles, which has a collection of rare textiles and artifacts from around the world. In the evening, take a stroll along the Kankaria Lake and enjoy the light and sound show.

  2. Day 2: Akshardham Temple
    1 hour 20 minutes (25 km) from Ahmedabad

    In the morning, visit Akshardham Temple, a magnificent temple complex known for its stunning architecture and intricate carvings. In the afternoon, head to Adalaj Stepwell, a beautiful stepwell built in the 15th century. In the evening, visit the Science City, an interactive science museum with several exhibits and a planetarium.

  3. Day 3: Gir National Park
    6 hours (343 km) from Ahmedabad

    In the morning, start your journey to Gir National Park, the only place in the world where you can see Asiatic lions in their natural habitat. Take a jeep safari and spot these majestic creatures along with other wildlife. In the afternoon, visit Somnath Temple, one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. In the evening, enjoy the beach at Somnath and watch the sunset.

  4. Day 4: Dwarka
    4 hours (225 km) from Somnath

    In the morning, visit Dwarkadhish Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna. The temple is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful carvings. In the afternoon, head to Bet Dwarka, an island off the coast of Gujarat, and visit the Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple and Rukmini Devi Temple. In the evening, take a stroll along the Gomti Ghat and watch the aarti ceremony.

Recommendations

If you have time, visit the Rann of Kutch, the largest salt desert in the world. Take a camel safari and watch the sunset. Also, try the local Gujarati cuisine, which is known for its sweet and spicy flavors. If you want to maximize your fun, try adventure sports such as paragliding, ziplining, and rock climbing. Lastly, don't forget to take home some traditional handicrafts such as Bandhani textiles and silver jewelry.

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