Family Friendly Rail Trip in Gujarat

Day 1: Exploring Vadodara

Vadodara, India on August 19, 2024

11:30AM

Check-in at Hotel

Upon reaching Vadodara, check into your hotel and freshen up for a day of exploration.
Take a taxi to your hotel from the Sabarmati railway station.
£50, 1 hour

1:00PM

Lunch at Mandap Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Gujarati thali at Mandap Restaurant, known for its authentic local cuisine.
Walk or take a short taxi ride to the restaurant.
£20 per person, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Laxmi Vilas Palace

Visit the majestic Laxmi Vilas Palace, an architectural marvel reflecting the grandeur of the era.
Take a taxi or rickshaw to the palace.
£10 per person, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Goodluck Cafe

Have dinner at Goodluck Cafe, a popular spot for delicious street food and snacks.
Taxi back to the hotel for dinner.
£15 per person, 1 hour
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Day 2: Exploring Dwaraka

Dwaraka, India on August 20, 2024

9:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a wholesome breakfast at the hotel before heading out to explore Dwaraka.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel restaurant.
Included, 1 hour

10:00AM

Dwarakadheesh Temple

Visit the Dwarakadheesh Temple, a significant Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Krishna.
Take a taxi to the temple.
£5 per person, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at City Corner Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch at City Corner Restaurant, known for its fresh coastal cuisine.
Walk or take a short taxi ride to the restaurant.
£25 per person, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Bet Dwarka

Take a boat ride to Bet Dwarka, an island known for its serene beaches and temples.
Book a boat tour in advance and embark from the Dwaraka Jetty.
£50 per person, 3 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Hotel

Relax and enjoy a dinner buffet at the hotel's restaurant after a day of exploration.
Head back to the hotel for dinner.
£30 per person, 1 hour
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Day 3: Visit to Somnath

Somnath, India on August 21, 2024

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel before journeying to Somnath.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before check out.
Included, 1 hour

10:00AM

Somnath Temple

Explore the historic Somnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Take a local taxi or tuk-tuk to the temple.
£3 per person, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Geetanjali Restaurant

Indulge in a vegetarian thali at Geetanjali Restaurant, offering a mix of regional flavours.
Walk or take a short drive to the restaurant.
£15 per person, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Bhalka Tirth

Visit Bhalka Tirth, a sacred site where Lord Krishna is believed to have been mistakenly hit by an arrow.
Take a taxi to Bhalka Tirth.
£2 per person, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Beachside Shack

Have a casual dinner at a local beachside shack, enjoying the sea breeze and fresh seafood.
Travel to the beachside shack for dinner.
£20 per person, 1 hour
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Day 4: Safari at Gir National Park

Gir National Park, India on August 22, 2024

6:00AM

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Grab a quick breakfast at the hotel before heading out for a safari adventure at Gir National Park.
Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel restaurant.
Included, 30 minutes

7:00AM

Morning Safari

Embark on a thrilling morning safari to spot majestic Asiatic lions and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
Join a pre-booked safari tour at the park entrance.
£100 per person, 3 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Jungle Retreat

Enjoy a packed lunch amidst nature at the Jungle Retreat inside the park.
Savour your packed lunch at a designated picnic spot.
£10 per person, 1 hour

3:00PM

Afternoon Safari

Experience another exciting safari in the afternoon to maximise your chances of wildlife sightings.
Join the afternoon safari group for another round of exploration.
£100 per person, 3 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Resort

Relish a scrumptious dinner at the resort's restaurant, sharing stories of the day's safari adventures.
Head back to the resort for a relaxing dinner.
£30 per person, 1 hour
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Day 5: Departure Day

Gir National Park, India on August 23, 2024

8:00AM

Breakfast at Resort

Enjoy a final breakfast at the resort, soaking in the wildlife views one last time before departure.
Have breakfast at the resort restaurant.
Included, 1 hour

10:00AM

Check-out and Departure

Check-out from the resort and proceed to your onward journey from the nearest railway station or airport.
Arrange for a taxi to the nearest station or airport for your journey back home.
£50, 2 hours
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