4-Day Budget Road Trip from Shirdi to Girnar Parvat with Friends

Day 1: Shirdi to Surat Travel

Shirdi to Surat, India on June 4, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel Sai Palace, Shirdi

Enjoy a traditional Maharashtrian breakfast including poha and misal pav to energise for the road trip ahead.
INR150, 1h0m

8:30am

Depart Shirdi to Surat by road

Begin the drive towards Surat, approximately 6 to 7 hours away, enjoying scenic views and stopping briefly for refreshments.
Fuel cost approx. INR1500 (split among friends), 7h0m

3:30pm

Check-in at Budget Hotel in Surat

Rest and refresh after the drive at a comfortable, budget-friendly hotel such as Hotel Flora or similar.
INR1200 per room, 1h0m

4:30pm

Visit Surat Clock Tower and explore local markets

Discover the heritage of Surat by visiting its Clock Tower and nearby markets offering textiles and local snacks.
Free, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Saarv Gujarati Snacks, Surat

Try authentic Gujarati vegetarian dishes in a budget setting to get a taste of local cuisine.
INR200, 1h0m

Day 2: Surat to Junagadh

Surat to Junagadh, Gujarat on June 5, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a simple breakfast of South Indian staples or parathas, available at the hotel.
INR150, 1h0m

8:30am

Drive Surat to Junagadh

A longer drive of about 7 hours to reach Junagadh, gateway to Girnar. Stop for breaks and photos en route.
Fuel cost approx. INR1800 (split), 7h0m

3:30pm

Check-in Budget Guesthouse, Junagadh

Settle into a budget-friendly guesthouse to prepare for the Girnar hike the next day.
INR1000 per room, 1h0m

4:30pm

Visit Uparkot Fort

Explore the historic Uparkot Fort, which is open until sunset, offering insight into Junagadh's heritage and excellent views.
INR50, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Suruchi Restaurant, Junagadh

Enjoy budget-friendly traditional Gujarati thali for a fulfilling end to the day.
INR250, 1h0m

Day 3: Girnar Parvat Exploration

Junagadh, Gujarat on June 6, 2025

5:30am

Early Breakfast and Preparation

Have a light breakfast at the guesthouse and hydrate well before the Girnar Parvat hike.
INR100, 0h30m

6:00am

Girnar Parvat Trek

Embark on the famous Girnar trek, a challenging but rewarding climb with temple shrines and panoramic views. Allocate 6-7 hours including rest stops.
Free, 7h0m

1:00pm

Packed Lunch on the Mountain

Enjoy a simple packed lunch brought from Junagadh to sustain energy while trekking.
INR150 (self-prepared), 0h30m

2:00pm

Descend and Relax

Return from the trek and take some rest to recover from the physical exertion.
Free, 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Hotel

Have a wholesome dinner with local Gujarati cuisine at your guesthouse or nearby restaurant.
INR200, 1h0m

Day 4: Return Journey

Junagadh to Shirdi, India on June 7, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Guesthouse

Start your journey back with a hearty breakfast in Junagadh.
INR150, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive Junagadh to Shirdi

Begin the return leg of your road trip, driving approximately 9 to 10 hours with timely stops for refreshments and rest.
Fuel cost approx. INR2000 (split), 9h0m

6:30pm

Arrive Shirdi and End of Trip

Reach Shirdi safely after an enjoyable and budget-friendly road trip with good memories.
Free, End