Gujarat Spiritual (5 Nights, 6 Days)

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Ahmedabad to Jamnagar

The journey begins with your arrival at Ahmedabad. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your vehicle for the onward journey to Jamnagar. The drive takes approximately 5-6 hours. After checking into your hotel in Jamnagar, you will embark on a sightseeing tour of the city.

1. Bala Hanuman Temple: Visit the Bala Hanuman Temple, a temple that has been continuously chanting the "Ram Dhun" (the name of Lord Rama) for several decades, a record in the Guinness Book of World Records.
2. Lakhota Lake: Visit Lakhota Lake, a beautiful lake located in the heart of the city. You can enjoy a leisurely walk around the lake.
3. Lakhota Museum: Explore the Lakhota Museum, a museum housed in a small palace on an island in the lake. It has a good collection of artifacts and sculptures.

Day 2: Jamnagar to Dwarka

After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Jamnagar and drive to Dwarka, one of the seven ancient holy cities of India. The journey takes approximately 3-4 hours. Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and proceed for a half-day sightseeing tour.

1. Gopi Talav: Visit Gopi Talav, a sacred lake associated with Lord Krishna.
2. Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple: Visit the Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva.
3. Rukmini Temple: Visit the Rukmini Temple, a temple dedicated to Rukmini, the chief queen of Lord Krishna.
4. Bet Dwarka: You will take a ferry to Bet Dwarka, an island located off the coast of Dwarka. It is believed to be the ancient residence of Lord Krishna.
5. Dwarkadhish Temple: In the evening, you will visit the famous Dwarkadhish Temple, a magnificent temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, and attend the evening Aarti.

Day 3: Dwarka - Porbandar - Somnath

After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Dwarka and drive to Somnath. The journey takes approximately 4-5 hours, with a significant stop in Porbandar.

1. Porbandar: You will make a stop in Porbandar, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi. You can visit the Kirti Mandir, a beautiful memorial dedicated to the "Father of the Nation."
2. Somnath Temple: Upon arrival in Somnath, you will check into your hotel and visit the famous Somnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva.
3. Local Market: You will have some time to explore the local market around the temple.

Day 4: Somnath to Sasan Gir

After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Somnath and drive to Sasan Gir, the famous home of the Asiatic Lions. The journey takes approximately 1-2 hours.

1. Sasan Gir Lion Sanctuary: Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and proceed for a jungle safari in the Gir National Park, which is the only place in the world where Asiatic Lions can be found.

Day 5: Sasan Gir to Diu

After an early morning safari, you will check out from your hotel in Sasan Gir and drive to Diu, a beautiful island town. The journey takes approximately 2-3 hours.

1. Diu: Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and have the rest of the day at your leisure. You can relax at the beach, explore the local markets, or sample some of the delicious local cuisine.

Day 6: Diu to Ahmedabad Departure

1. Your tour of the beautiful landscapes of Gujarat concludes today. After breakfast, you will be transferred from Diu to Ahmedabad Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey. The drive is a long one, approximately 7-8 hours, so a timely departure is essential.

Inclusions

1. Accommodation: 1 night in Jamnagar, 1 night in Dwarka, 1 night in Veraval (for Somnath), 1 night in Sasan Gir, and 1 night in Diu.
2. Meals: Daily breakfast is included in your stay.
3. Transportation: All transfers and sightseeing tours are included as per the itinerary in a private vehicle (e.g., sedan, SUV, etc.).
4. Sightseeing: All the mentioned locations in the itinerary are included in the tour plan.

Exclusions

1. Lunch and Dinner: Meals other than breakfast are not included.
2. Entry Fees: Entry tickets, camera fees, or any other charges for monuments, museums, and parks are not included.
3. Adventure Activities: Charges for activities like jungle safari, boat rides, or any other optional activities are not included.
4. Personal Expenses: Expenses of a personal nature such as shopping, laundry, tips, and phone calls are not included.
5. Travel Insurance: This package does not include travel insurance.
6. Airfare/Train Tickets: This package does not include airfare or train tickets to and from Ahmedabad.