5-Day North Gujarat Pilgrimage and Heritage Tour from Ahmedabad

Day 1: Explore Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad, India on April 30, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Agashiye

Start your day with a traditional Gujarati breakfast in a heritage setting at Agashiye, located in a beautiful old mansion; it opens at 8:00am.
INR1200, 1h

9:30am

Sabarmati Ashram Visit

Visit this important historical site of Mahatma Gandhi's life to understand India's independence struggle; open 8:00am-7:00pm.
INR50, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Vishalla

Enjoy rustic and authentic Gujarati thali in a rural village-style ambiance; open from 11:00am to 10:00pm.
INR1000, 1h

2:00pm

Calico Museum of Textiles

Explore one of India's finest textile museums showcasing Indian fabrics and history; open 10:00am-5:00pm, closed Sundays.
INR300, 1.5h

4:00pm

Evening at Kankaria Lake

Relax and enjoy the lively lakeside with boating and sunset views; open until 10:00pm.
INR150, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Agashiye

Return to Agashiye for an elegant Gujarati dinner experience with local flavours.
INR1500, 1.5h
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Day 2: Sankeshwar & Girnar

Sankeshwar and Girnar, India on May 1, 2025

7:00am

Drive to Sankeshwar

Start early for a 4-hour drive to Sankeshwar, a spiritual destination with temples and serene surroundings.
Transport Included, 4h

11:30am

Visit Sankeshwar Temples

Explore the ancient temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and other deities; soak in spirituality and architecture.
Free, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Enjoy simple Gujarati cuisine at a local eatery near Sankeshwar temples.
INR400, 1h

2:00pm

Drive to Girnar

Travel 1.5 hours to Girnar, renowned for its hill temples and scenic trekking opportunities.
Transport Included, 1.5h

3:30pm

Girnar Hill Temples Visit

Visit the famous Girnar temples; some parts may require trekking, but the views and architecture are rewarding; accessible until sunset.
INR100, 2h

6:00pm

Stay Overnight Near Girnar

Check into a hotel at Junagadh town, close to Girnar for convenient rest.
INR2500, Overnight
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Day 3: Palitana Temples

Palitana, India on May 2, 2025

7:30am

Drive to Palitana

A 3-hour drive to Palitana to visit the renowned Jain temples, among the holiest in Jainism.
Transport Included, 3h

11:00am

Palitana Temples Climb and Tour

Climb the Shatrunjaya hill to marvel at over 800 intricately carved marble temples, open from early morning until dusk.
INR200, 3h

2:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Shatrunjay

Dine on vegetarian Jain cuisine at a heritage hotel offering views of temple complexes.
INR800, 1h

4:00pm

Relaxation and Temple Market Shopping

Explore the temple market shops for local handicrafts and souvenirs.
Varies, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel

Enjoy a peaceful vegetarian dinner at your accommodation.
INR700, 1.5h
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Day 4: Somnath & Manilaxmi

Somnath and Manilaxmi Tirth, India on May 3, 2025

7:00am

Drive to Somnath

Travel 2.5 hours early in the morning to reach the magnificent Somnath temple complex.
Transport Included, 2.5h

9:30am

Somnath Temple Visit

Visit the famous Somnath temple, a sacred Jyotirlinga site along the Arabian Sea; open 5:00am to 9:00pm.
Free, 2h

11:30am

Lunch at The Gateway Hotel

Enjoy a delicious meal with sea views at the hotel restaurant near Somnath temple.
INR1200, 1h

1:00pm

Manilaxmi Tirth Visit

Visit the Manilaxmi Tirth, a beautiful temple complex dedicated to Goddess Manilaxmi, located near Junagadh; approx 2 hours drive from Somnath.
Transport Included and Free, 2h

4:00pm

Return and Rest

Head back to nearby hotel for rest.
INR2000, Overnight

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel

Relax with dinner at your hotel, sampling regional Gujarati cuisine.
INR800, 1.5h
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Day 5: Dwarka & Statue of Unity

Dwarka and Kevadia (Statue of Unity), India on May 4, 2025

6:00am

Drive to Dwarka

Start early with a 4-hour drive to the sacred city of Dwarka to visit Lord Krishna’s temple.
Transport Included, 4h

10:30am

Dwarkadhish Temple Visit

Explore the ancient Dwarkadhish Temple, a prominent pilgrimage site open from 5:00am to 9:00pm.
Free, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Haveli

Feast on local vegetarian delicacies in a traditional setting.
INR900, 1h

1:30pm

Drive to Statue of Unity (Kevadia)

Drive 4 hours to Kevadia to witness the Statue of Unity, the tallest statue in the world.
Transport Included, 4h

5:30pm

Statue of Unity Visit

Visit the Statue of Unity complex; attraction open until 6:00pm - best to book online for quick entry.
INR120, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Kevadia

Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant or your hotel in Kevadia.
INR800, 1.5h
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