The Best of Dwarka–Somnath tour offers an unforgettable spiritual and cultural journey through the sacred heartlands of Gujarat. This tour takes travelers through revered coastal temples, peaceful ashrams, and bustling heritage cities. Starting from the historic city of Ahmedabad, visitors explore architectural wonders like Gandhinagar Akshardham and Mahatma Gandhi's Sabarmati Ashram before heading west towards the Arabian Sea coast.
In Dwarka, seek divine darshan at the 5000-year-old Jagat Mandir (Dwarkadhish Temple), journey to Bet Dwarka island, and offer prayers at Nageshwar Jyotirlinga. The yatra culminates at Somnath, the first and premier of Lord Shiva's 12 Jyotirlingas, overlooking the Arabian Sea with its magnificent evening Aarti and Sound & Light show.
Upon arrival, our representative will meet you at Ahmedabad Airport or Railway Station. You will be escorted to your hotel; check in and relax for some time. Ahmedabad is the largest city in Gujarat state, often referred to as the 'Manchester of the East' and situated on the banks of the Sabarmati River. Visit the majestic Akshardham Temple in Gandhinagar, one of the largest temples in Gujarat built using 6,000 tons of pink sandstone across 23 acres, showcasing a perfect blend of devotion, art, culture, and exhibitions. Visit peaceful Sabarmati Ashram and return for an overnight stay at the hotel.
After enjoying a hearty breakfast at the hotel, proceed to the holy city of Dwarka. If time permits en route, visit Jamnagar, famous for tie-dye fabrics (bandhani), and Bala Hanuman Temple at the southeast corner of Ranmal Lake—renowned worldwide for continuous chanting of "Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram" since August 1st, 1964. Later proceed towards Dwarka, check in at your hotel, and enjoy an overnight stay.
After enjoying breakfast, proceed for Dwarka Local Sightseeing. Travel to Beyt Dwarka (Beyt Shankhodhar), an island revered as the historic residential abode of Lord Krishna. Visit Nageshwar Mahadev Temple, home to one of the 12 sacred Jyotirlingas, Rukmini Temple, and the magnificent 5-storey Jagat Mandir / Dwarkadhish Temple. Take holy darshan and attend the evening Aarti, followed by a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, proceed to Somnath en route Porbandar, visiting Kirti Mandir (birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi) and Sudama Temple. Proceed towards Somnath; check in at your hotel on arrival. Afterwards, proceed to the holy Somnath Temple, the premier Jyotirlinga standing majestically by the shore of the Arabian Sea. Visit Bhalka Tirtha, Triveni Sangam, attend the sacred evening Aarti and the spellbinding Light and Sound show. Overnight stay at the hotel in Somnath.
This is the concluding day of your Gujarat pilgrimage tour. Post breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer back to Ahmedabad. Receive a swift transfer to Ahmedabad Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey with divine blessings.
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