Discover the diverse and vibrant state of Gujarat, a land where history, culture, and natural beauty come together in perfect harmony. Known as the Jewel of Western India, Gujarat offers a tapestry of experiences. Marvel at the architectural grandeur of the Sun Temple at Modhera, the Rani ki Vav stepwell, and the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Champaner-Pavagadh and Ahmedabad’s historic walled city. Witness the majestic Asiatic lions in Gir National Park, and explore the vast white salt expanse of the Rann of Kutch during its spectacular Rann Utsav. Spiritual seekers can find solace in iconic temples like Somnath and Dwarka, while culture enthusiasts can immerse themselves in Gujarat’s vibrant festivals and traditional handicrafts. With its rich cuisine, warm hospitality, and unique landscapes, Gujarat promises an unforgettable journey.
DAY 1: Rajkot - Dwarka (240kms/05hrs drive approx)
Report at Bangalore Airport to catch flight to Rajkot. After arrival to Rajkot, drive to Dwarka.Check-in at Dwarka hotel. After lunch visit Bet Dwarka.
Rukmani Temple: The visit of Dwarka is not complete without a visit to Bet Dwarka, an island at a distance of 30 Kms.
Off the coast of Okha port, At Bet, there are temples of Vishnu (in the form of 'matsya'), Radha, Lakshmi, Satyabhama, Jambuvanti and Devaki. A ferry ride from Dwarka to the island of Bet near Okhamakes a pleasant outing. Nageshwar Mandir is a temple situated towards Okha dedicated to Lord Shiva and houses & is one ofthe 12 Jyotirlingas in an underground chamber. We will then visit Gomati Village, Gomati Talav and Gomati Mandir. Dinner & overnight stay at Dwarka.
Day 02: Dwarka - Porbandar - Somnath (250kms/05hrs drive approx)
After breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed for Dwarkadhish temple, then drive to Somnath, enroute visit Porbandar, later in the evening visit the Somnath temple. Dwarkadish Temple , popularly known as the Jagat Temple, was built in the 16th century. The original Dwarkadish Temple was built by the great grandson of Lord Krishna, King Vajranabha. It is a 5 storied temple constructed using sand and limestone. This temple is located in the middle of the town, with a 70.5 meters high spire.
PORBANDAR: En route leave for Porbandar. Visit the Sudamapuri Temple associated with a popular tale
of Krishna and his dear friend Sudama, KirtiMandir the three storey house where Gandhiji was born in1869. Also visit Bharat Mandir.
SOMNATH: The shore temple of Somnath is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The present incarnation of the temple was commissioned by Sardar Patel in the 1950s. The temple has imposing architecture and a beautiful sight facing the blue expanse of the Arabian Sea.
Back to hotel, dinner & overnight stay at Somnath.
Day 03: Somnath - Rajkot (200kms/04hrs drive approx)
After breakfast check out from the hotel, visit the Bhalka tirth in Somnath, then drive to Rajkot. After check-in at Rajkot hotel proceed for Rajkot sightseeing.
Bhalka Tirth – Bhalka Tirth is situated halfway between the Veraval and Somnath. At this place, the LordKrishna was mistaken for a deer and wounded by an arrow.
Rajkot Kaba Gandhi no Delo in Gujarati means the residence of Kaba Gandhi. This is Mahatma Gandhi’s ancestral house in Rajkot where he spent his childhood. The house, now declared as a national monument has a museum "Gandhi Smriti" with photographs and personal belongings of Gandhiji.
Back to hotel, dinner & overnight stay at Rajkot.
Day 04:Rajkot - Ahmedabad (230kms/05hrs drive approx)
After breakfast checkout from the hotel and drive to Ahmedabad, after check-in at Ahmedabad hotel proceed for Ahmedabad local sightseeing, later drive to Gandhinagar for Akshardham Sound and lightshow. Dinner & overnight stay at Ahmedabad.
Gandhi Ashram : On a quiet peaceful stretch of the Sabarmati river, Mahatma Gandhi set up a simple retreat in 1915. This was his Satyagrah Ashram and for many years it was the nerve centre of India’s freedom movement. It was from here, in 1930, that Mahatma began his famous Dandi March to the sea to protest against the Salt Tax imposed by the British. Hridaya Kunj, the simple cottage where he lived, is now a national monument and preserved as it was during the Mahatma’slife-time.
Adalaj Step-well : It is situated 17 kms north of Ahmedabad. The step well at the village of Adalajis another fine example of this magnificent architectural form. Adalaj Vav is richly carved, every pillar and wall surface covered with leaves and flowers, birds and fishes and friezes of ornamental designs.
Akshardham : Lord Swaminarayan, born in Chapaya in Uttar Pradesh, took a seven year piligrimage in Gujarat to preach his religion. He built six temples, the first being at Kalupur in Ahmedabad. Akshardham, the Swaminarayan temple of Gandhinagar, is a modern complex, built in traditional Indian architectural style from 6,000 metric tons of pink Rajasthan sandstone, carved by expert artisans from Bansipahadpur. The temple is set in a multi-acre garden called Sahajanand Van, with intricate sculptures of Hindu Gods. There is a gold leaf copper sculpture of Lord Swaminarayan that faces similar sculptures of Gunatinand Swami. The interiors have beautiful columns in rosewood that rise up to a high dome.
Day 05: Ahmedabad – Statue of Unity (210kms/04hrs drive approx) – Vadodara(100kms/02hrs drive approx)
After breakfast checkout from the hotel and drive to Statue of Unity, later return back to Vadodara.
The Statue of Unity is a monument dedicated to Indian independence movement leader Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India and is located on the river island called Sadhu Bet facing the Narmada Dam near Rajpipla in Indian state of Gujarat. (Remains closed on Monday). Dinner & overnight stay at Vadodara.
Day 06: Vadodara
After breakfast checkout from the hotel and visit the places of Vadodara, later drop at Vadodara airport for your onward journey to Bangalore.
The Laxmi Vilas Palace was the official residence of the erstwhile Maharajahs of Baroda. Though a little down at heel and run down, the palace still has impressive interiors done up with Venetian glass, crystal chandeliers, Italian marble and mosaic and find porcelain and marble statues from Europe. The tiered step-well called the Naulakhi Baoli which got its name because it could store 9 million gallons of water is near the palace. ( remain closed on Monday) Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum: The Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum contains some fine European paintings. ( remain closed on Monday)
Sayaji Bagh: Within this shady, pleasant park is the Baroda Museum, which houses some good Asianstatues and carvings, mangy zoology exhibits and an Egyptian room. The gallery has lovely Mughal miniatures and a motley crew of European masters.
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