Glimpses of Spiritual & Cultural Gujarat – 9 Nights / 10 Days

Day 1: Arrival in Dwarka

Arrive at Dwarka, meet our representative, and transfer to the hotel. Dwarka is the legendary dwelling place of Lord Krishna.

In the evening, visit Dwarkadheesh Temple and Sharda Peeth – one of the four ‘maths’ established by Adi Shankaracharya.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Dwarka.

Day 2 Dwarka – Bet Dwarka – Nageshwar – Dwarka

After breakfast, proceed to Bet Dwarka, the residence of Lord Shri Krishna.

En route, visit the Rukmini Temple and Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the 12 sacred Jyotirlingas mentioned in the Mahapurana.

Return to Dwarka for an overnight stay.

Day 3 Dwarka – Porbandar – Somnath

After breakfast, drive to Somnath via Porbandar.

En route, visit:
● Kirti Mandir – the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi.
● Sudama Temple. On arrival in Somnath, visit:
● Geeta Mandir
● Triveni Sangam
● Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple – one of the most sacred Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.

In the evening, enjoy the Light & Sound Show at Somnath Temple.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Somnath.

Day 4 Somnath – Junagadh

After breakfast, proceed to Junagadh, a historic city located at the foothills of Girnar.

En route, visit Bhalka Tirth and Sakkarbaug Zoo.

In Junagadh, visit:
● Narsimha Temple
● Uparkot Fort
● Buddhist Caves Overnight stay at the hotel in Junagadh.

Day 5 Junagadh – Girnar Parvat – Junagadh

After breakfast, proceed to Girnar Parvat, an ancient pilgrimage site with temples spread across the hills.

Return to Junagadh and in the evening visit:

● Swaminarayan Temple
● Mahabat Maqbara – a unique blend of Indo-Islamic architecture. Overnight stay at the hotel in Junagadh.

Day 6 Junagadh – Virpur – Bhavnagar

After breakfast, proceed to Bhavnagar.
En route, visit the famous Jalaram Bappa Temple at Virpur.
On arrival in Bhavnagar, visit Khodiyar Mata Temple at Rajpara village.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Bhavnagar.

Day 7 Bhavnagar – Palitana – Vadodara

Early in the morning proceed to Palitana and visit Shatrunjaya Hill – the largest temple city of its kind in India with 863 temples atop the hill. Also visit Adinath Temple and Angar Pir.

Later, drive to Vadodara and check in at the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Vadodara.

Day 8 Vadodara – Statue of Unity – Ahmedabad

Early morning proceed to Kevadiya. Visit:
● Sardar Sarovar Dam on the Narmada River
● Statue of Unity – the world’s tallest statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
● Valley of Flowers – a vibrant carpet of multicoloured blossoms Later, proceed to Ahmedabad.

On arrival, visit the iconic Atal Bridge, a pedestrian bridge offering a unique river view, and drive past Kankaria Lake, one of the largest lakes in Gujarat.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Ahmedabad.

Day 9 Ahmedabad – Patan – Modhera – Ahmedabad

After breakfast, proceed to Patan to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Rani Ki Vav, an intricately constructed stepwell known as the “Queen of Stepwells.”

Later, proceed to Modhera to visit the stunning Sun Temple. Return to Ahmedabad and visit Akshardham Temple, where you will also enjoy the spectacular Water Show.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Ahmedabad.

Day 10 Departure from Ahmedabad

After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Visit the iconic Sabarmati Ashram and enjoy some free time for shopping in Ahmedabad.

Later, proceed to the railway station/airport for your onward journey with cherished memories of Gujarat.