Best of Gujarat Tour Package – 7 Nights / 8 Days

Day 1: Ahmedabad – Little Rann of Kutch

Begin your 7 Nights / 8 Days Gujarat Tour from Ahmedabad and travel towards the Little Rann of Kutch, a distinctive region known for its seasonal salt flats, wetlands, wildlife, and traditional communities.

On arrival, check in to your resort and take some time to relax.

Later, explore the surrounding region and experience the traditional lifestyle and cultural heritage of communities such as the Rabari and Banjara communities, subject to local arrangements and availability.

Discover their traditional lifestyle, crafts, clothing, and customs while experiencing the unique rural character of the Little Rann of Kutch.

Return to the resort after the visit.

Overnight Stay: Little Rann of Kutch

Day 2: Little Rann of Kutch – Jamnagar – Dwarka

After breakfast, check out from the resort and proceed towards Dwarka, one of Gujarat’s most important pilgrimage destinations. En route, stop in Jamnagar for sightseeing.

Lakhota Lake: Visit Lakhota Lake, one of Jamnagar’s prominent landmarks located in the heart of the city.

Lakhota Museum: Explore the Lakhota Museum, housed within the historic Lakhota Palace, subject to official opening hours.

Bala Hanuman Temple: Visit the famous Bala Hanuman Temple, known for its longstanding tradition of continuous chanting of the sacred Ram Dhun.

After completing Jamnagar sightseeing, continue towards Dwarka, a major pilgrimage destination associated with Lord Krishna.

Dwarkadhish Temple: On arrival, visit the sacred Dwarkadhish Temple, also known as Jagat Mandir. Dedicated to Lord Krishna, the temple is traditionally counted among the four principal Char Dham pilgrimage destinations of India.

Gomti Ghat: Visit Gomti Ghat, located near the Dwarkadhish Temple and traditionally visited by pilgrims as part of the Dwarka pilgrimage.

After darshan, check in at the hotel.

Overnight Stay: Dwarka

Day 3: Dwarka – Nageshwar Jyotirlinga – Bet Dwarka – Dwarka

After breakfast, begin a full-day Dwarka sightseeing and pilgrimage tour covering important religious sites associated with Lord Krishna and Lord Shiva.

Nageshwar Jyotirlinga: Visit Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the twelve revered Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva and an important spiritual destination near Dwarka.

Gopi Talav: Continue to Gopi Talav, a sacred site associated with traditions surrounding Lord Krishna and the Gopis.

Bet Dwarka: Proceed to Bet Dwarka, an important pilgrimage destination traditionally associated with Lord Krishna.

Explore the religious sites according to available time. Access and transportation are subject to prevailing local arrangements, operating schedules, weather conditions, and regulations.

Rukmini Devi Temple: On the return journey, visit Rukmini Devi Temple, dedicated to Goddess Rukmini, the consort of Lord Krishna.

Return to Dwarka in the evening and visit temples along the coastal area according to available time.

Attend the evening aarti at Dwarkadhish Temple, subject to official temple timings and crowd conditions.

Overnight Stay: Dwarka

Day 4: Dwarka – Porbandar – Somnath

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Somnath via Porbandar.

Kirti Mandir: Visit Kirti Mandir in Porbandar, the memorial associated with the birthplace and ancestral home of Mahatma Gandhi.

Sudama Temple: Visit the sacred Sudama Temple, dedicated to Sudama, remembered in Hindu tradition for his friendship with Lord Krishna.

After completing Porbandar sightseeing, continue towards Somnath, one of India’s important Shiva pilgrimage destinations.

Bhalka Tirth: Visit Bhalka Tirth, an important pilgrimage site traditionally associated with the final earthly episode of Lord Krishna.

Triveni Sangam: Visit Triveni Sangam, traditionally associated with the confluence of the Hiran, Kapila, and Saraswati rivers.

Gita Mandir: Proceed to Gita Mandir, a religious site associated with Lord Krishna and the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita.

Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple: Visit the magnificent Somnath Temple, traditionally regarded as the first among the twelve Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Located beside the Arabian Sea, Somnath combines spiritual significance, history, architecture, and a beautiful coastal setting.

Attend the evening aarti. You may also experience the Somnath light and sound show when operational, subject to official timings, ticket availability, weather conditions, and applicable charges.

After darshan, check in at the hotel.

Overnight Stay: Somnath

Day 5: Somnath – Diu

After breakfast, check out and proceed towards Diu, a picturesque coastal destination known for its beaches and Portuguese-era heritage.

On arrival, begin local sightseeing.

St. Paul’s Church: Visit St. Paul’s Church, one of Diu’s notable examples of Portuguese-era religious architecture.

Diu Museum: Explore Diu Museum, subject to official opening hours, and discover aspects of the destination’s historical and cultural heritage.

Diu Fort: Visit the impressive Diu Fort, a historic coastal fortification overlooking the Arabian Sea.

After sightseeing, spend the evening at leisure and relax by the beach.

Enjoy the peaceful coastal atmosphere before returning to the hotel.

Overnight Stay: Diu

Day 6: Diu – Sasan Gir

After breakfast, check out and proceed towards Sasan Gir, renowned as the last natural wild habitat of the Asiatic lion.

Gir National Park Jeep Safari: On arrival, enjoy an open jeep safari in Gir National Park, subject to advance online booking, permit availability, official schedules, seasonal restrictions, and weather conditions.

The Gir landscape supports Asiatic lions along with leopards, deer, antelope, reptiles, and numerous bird species. Wildlife sightings are natural and therefore cannot be guaranteed.

Devalia Safari Park / Gir Interpretation Zone: Later, visit the Gir Interpretation Zone at Devalia, subject to official opening days, timings, ticket availability, and prevailing regulations.

After the wildlife experience, check in at the hotel and relax.

Overnight Stay: Sasan Gir

Day 7: Sasan Gir – Palitana – Bhavnagar

After breakfast, check out and proceed towards Bhavnagar via Palitana, one of India’s important Jain pilgrimage destinations.

Shatrunjaya Jain Temples, Palitana: Visit the sacred Shatrunjaya Hills, renowned for their extensive complex of Jain temples, religious importance, intricate architecture, and hilltop setting.

Palitana is one of the most revered pilgrimage destinations in Jainism and attracts devotees from across India and around the world.

Visiting the principal temple complexes requires climbing a considerable number of steps. Travelers should consider their physical fitness, health, weather conditions, and available time before undertaking the ascent.

After the Palitana visit, continue towards Bhavnagar.

Takhteshwar Temple: In the evening, visit Takhteshwar Temple, a prominent Shiva temple situated on an elevated location offering views across Bhavnagar.

After darshan, proceed to the hotel.

Overnight Stay: Bhavnagar

Day 8: Bhavnagar – Nishkalank Mahadev – Lothal – Ahmedabad

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin the final day of your Best of Gujarat Tour Package.

Nishkalank Mahadev Temple, Koliyak: Proceed to Koliyak to visit the sacred Nishkalank Mahadev Temple, a distinctive Shiva pilgrimage site located in the Gulf of Khambhat.

Access to the temple is strongly influenced by sea tides. The visit must therefore be planned according to safe local tidal conditions and prevailing access arrangements.

After darshan, continue towards Ahmedabad.

Lothal Archaeological Site: En route, visit Lothal, an important archaeological site associated with the ancient Harappan civilization.

Explore the archaeological remains and learn about the settlement’s urban planning, craftsmanship, trade, and historical importance.

Access to the archaeological site, museum, and other facilities is subject to official opening hours and closures.

After completing the visit, continue towards Ahmedabad.

On arrival, transfer to Ahmedabad Airport or Railway Station according to your onward travel schedule.

Your Best of Gujarat Tour Package – 7 Nights / 8 Days with TravelMurti concludes with memorable experiences of Gujarat’s wildlife, sacred temples, coastal destinations, cultural heritage, Jain pilgrimage sites, and ancient history.

Tour Ends with Wonderful Memories.

Tour Route

Ahmedabad – Little Rann of Kutch – Jamnagar – Dwarka – Nageshwar Jyotirlinga – Bet Dwarka – Porbandar – Somnath – Diu – Sasan Gir – Palitana – Bhavnagar – Koliyak – Lothal – Ahmedabad

Major Attractions Covered

Little Rann of Kutch – Lakhota Lake – Lakhota Museum – Bala Hanuman Temple – Dwarkadhish Temple – Gomti Ghat – Nageshwar Jyotirlinga – Gopi Talav – Bet Dwarka – Rukmini Devi Temple – Kirti Mandir – Sudama Temple – Bhalka Tirth – Triveni Sangam – Gita Mandir – Somnath Jyotirlinga – St. Paul’s Church – Diu Museum – Diu Fort – Gir National Park – Devalia Safari Park – Shatrunjaya Jain Temples – Takhteshwar Temple – Nishkalank Mahadev Temple – Lothal Archaeological Site

Important Travel Notes

Gir Safari: Jeep safari requires permits and advance booking and is subject to availability, official operating schedules, seasonal restrictions, and weather conditions. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Palitana: The Shatrunjaya pilgrimage involves a substantial climb. Travelers should consider their health and physical fitness before attempting the ascent.

Nishkalank Mahadev Temple: Access depends heavily on sea tides. The visit must be planned according to safe tidal conditions and local guidance.

Bet Dwarka: Access is subject to prevailing transportation arrangements, weather conditions, operating schedules, and local regulations.

Temple Darshan: Darshan and aarti are subject to temple timings, festivals, crowd conditions, security procedures, and local regulations.

Museums & Archaeological Sites: Entry is subject to official opening hours, weekly holidays, maintenance closures, and applicable entry fees.

Sightseeing: The order of sightseeing may be adjusted due to traffic, weather, attraction timings, temple schedules, safari availability, and operational requirements.