Weekend Solo Trip: Mumbai to Somnath and Dwarka by Train

Day 1: Travel and Somnath Visit

Mumbai to Somnath, Gujarat, India on April 25, 2025

6:00am

Board Train to Somnath

Depart from Mumbai Central on a direct train towards Somnath early in the morning to maximize your day. Book Ahmedabad-Somnath Express or similar for approximately 12-13 hours journey.
INR1500, 12h0m

6:00pm

Arrive Somnath and Check-in

Arrive in Somnath, check into a nearby hotel or guesthouse to refresh before sightseeing.
INR1500, 0h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Panchvati

Enjoy traditional Gujarati thali and local dishes at Panchvati, popular for authentic flavors and cozy ambiance. Open till 10pm.
INR400, 1h

8:30pm

Evening visit to Somnath Temple

Visit the Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple for evening aarti, an inspiring spiritual experience. The temple stays open till 9:30pm.
Free, 1h
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Day 2: Dwarka Temple Tour and Return

Somnath to Dwarka, then Mumbai, India on April 26, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Fresh breakfast with local Gujarati specialties like fafda and jalebi to energize before travel.
INR200, 0h30m

7:00am

Travel from Somnath to Dwarka by Taxi

Take a taxi or private cab for the 230 km journey north to Dwarka, approximately 4-5 hours drive, arriving before noon.
INR3000, 5h

12:00pm

Lunch at Gomti Restaurant, Dwarka

Enjoy fresh and quick lunch with vegetarian Indian dishes close to Dwarka temple complex. Open till 3pm.
INR400, 1h

1:00pm

Explore Dwarkadhish Temple

Visit the famous Dwarkadhish Temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, an important pilgrimage site, open from 5am to 9:30pm.
Free, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Bet Dwarka Island (Optional)

Take a short boat ride to Bet Dwarka to explore the ancient Krishna legend sites. Boat ride available 8am to 5pm.
INR150, 2h

4:30pm

Begin Return Journey to Mumbai

Head back to Dwarka railway station to board the late evening train back to Mumbai. The train journey takes approximately 25 hours so prepare accordingly.
INR1200, 25h
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