Highlights
Hotel
Dakor Temple
Breakfast included
Dwarkadhish Temple
Sabha Mandapa
Bet Dwarka
Rukmani Temple
Nageshwar Temple
Gomati Talav
Kirti Mandir
Somnath temple
Bhalka Tirth
Akshardham Temple
Modhera
Siddhpur
Ambaji temple
Dilwara Temples
Nathdwara
Transfers
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive Ahmedabad By Air / By Train
Today arrive Ahmedabad and transfer to hotel
Ahmedabad is located on the banks of the river Sabarmati; the city was founded by Sultan Ahmad Shah in 1411. Today it is one of the fastest-growing cities of India and is an immense repository of tradition, history & culture. Its famous walled area is one of the finest examples of community living & the city thrived as the textile capital & was nicknamed “Manchester of the East in 1888. This multicultural city is home to some of the finest Indo-Saracenic mosques & Jain temples.
Later visit Dakor Temple –The main temple, enclosed by a fort wall, is situated near the bank of the holy lake Gomti in the midst of the main bazaar of Dakor. The temple is covered with 8 domes and 24 turrets, with the central dome reaching a height of 27m. Crowned with a golden Kalash and a white silken flag, this temple is the tallest in the district.
Later drive back to Ahmedabad.
Evening Market at Law Garden displays the beautiful textile handicrafts of Gujarat. Must visit to experience the local culture and cuisine and also shop for hand-embroidered garments. Overnight at hotel
Day 2
Ahmedabad To Dwarka By Road – 453 Kms / 09 Hrs
After breakfast drive to Dwarka visiting Akshardham Temple in Rajkot enroute. Later continue drive to Dwarka and transfer to your hotel.
The small coastal town of Dwarka is one of the four most holy Hindu pilgrimage sites in India. It is here that Krishna founded his capital after leaving Mathura. The temple is mainly known as the Hindu Pilgrimage site of Dwarkadhish Temple. There also is a multi pillared Sabha Mandapa that leads to a 60 pillared sanctum sanctorum that dates back 2500 years according to the scriptures. Overnight at hotel
Day 3
Dwarka
After breakfast visit Bet Dwarka & Nageshwar temple.
Bet Dwarka: Bet is situated at 30kms from Dwarka and is surrounded by sea from all sides.
Nageshwar Temple or Nagnath Temple is located on the route between Gomati Dwarka and the Bait Dwarka Island on the coast of Saurashtra in Gujarat. The Jyotirlinga enshrined in the Temple of Nagnath is known as Nageshwar Mahadev and attracts thousands of pilgrims all-round the year.
The Rukmini temple, dating from 12 to 13 Centuries, was built in honour of Rani Rukmani, princess of Vidharba, which was to be married to Sishupala, but fled with Lord Krishna.
Gopi Talav: This is the place where Lord Krishna used to play with his Gopikas. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4
Dwarka To Somnath By Road – 250 Kms / 05 Hrs
Early morning visit the Dwarkadhish Temple and witness the Aarti. After breakfast drive to Somnath visiting Porbandar enroute. Porbandar is also associated with Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation as he was born here. Later visit Kirti Mandir – Kirti Mandir was the house of Mahatma Gandhi and Kasturba, his wife. This place is now a small museum and has a Gandhian library and a prayer hall. Bharat Mandir is another place to visit, which houses relief maps of India and reliefs of great historical personalities who shaped India’s future.
Later continue to drive to Somnath, the legendary shore temple of Somnath is one of the twelve most sacred shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple contains the Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva. Later visit Bhalka Tirth – Bhalka Tirth is situated halfway between Veraval and Somnath. At this place, Lord Krishna was mistaken for a deer and wounded by an arrow. It is here that Lord Krishna decided to leave his human form and proceed to the eternal world. Overnight at hotel
Day 5
Somnath To Ahmedabad By Road – 415 Kms / 08 Hrs
After breakfast visit, Rudreshvara Temple – Rudreshvara Temple is a ruined temple located near the Somnath temple. Bhalka Tirth – Bhalka Tirth is situated halfway between Veraval and Somnath. At this place, Lord Krishna was mistaken for a deer and wounded by an arrow.
Later drive to Ahmedabad. En-route visit Akshardham Temple. Overnight at hotel
Day 6
Ahmedabad To Mount Abu By Road – 240 Kms / 05 Hrs
After breakfast drive to Mount Abu visiting Modhera – Sun temple en route.
Modhera: The Sun temple of Modhera is one of the finest examples of Indian architecture of its period. Built in 1026 A.D. the temple is dedicated to the Sun-God, Surya, and stands high on a plinth overlooking a deep stone-steeped tank.
Later continue to drive and visit Siddhpur a sacred town in the north of Ahmedabad. It is situated on the left bank of the River Saraswati, around 24 km upstream of Anhilwada Patan, the old capital of Gujarat. The town is a revered destination, flanked by temples, kund, ashrams, and other sacred structures. Later continue to drive and visit Ambaji temple. Ambaji Temple contains no idol, but an inscribed Yantra in the niche. Ambaji is essentially a temple town with a temple dedicated to Goddess Ambaji at the center. Later continue to drive and arrive at Mount Abu; arrive and transfer to your hotel. Mt. Abu is the highest point of the Aravalli Range passing through Rajasthan. The only hill resort of Rajasthan, it is built around a lake and is surrounded by forested hills. Also, visit Nakki Lake and see the strange rock formations around it including Toad Rock. The Achalgarh fort has the famous Achaleshwar temple and also provides superb views of the area. Overnight at hotel
Day 7
Mount Abu To Nathdwara By Road – 200 Kms / 04 Hrs
After breakfast proceed for a city tour of Mount Abu. Visit the breathtaking Dilwara temples, among the finest examples of Jain architecture with their superb marble carving. Later drive to Nathdwara. Arrive at Nathdwara and transfer to your hotel. Later visit Nathdwara - sited on the right bank of Banas River. Nathdwara is famous for its 17th-century temple that is dedicated to Lord Shrinath ji (Lord Krishna). The term 'Nathdwara' suggests the 'gate of the lord'. Shrinath ji Temple is also known as 'Haveli of Shrinath ji' and makes a prominent pilgrimage for the Hindus / Vaishnavas. Later visit Dwarkadhish Temple in Kankroli. Overnight at hotel
Day 8
Nathdwara To Ahmedabad By Road – 350 Kms / 07 Hrs – Depart Ahmedabad
After breakfast drive to Ahmedabad en-route visit Shamlaji temple.
Later in time transfer to Ahmedabad Airport / Railway Station to board a flight/train for your onward journey to your next destination.
Package Includes
- 7 nights accommodation at the hotels.
- Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel or as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary.
- A representative for assistance on arrival and departure transfers.
- All transfers, city tours, and transport services by A/C vehicle with All India Tourist permit as per the above itinerary.
- Road taxes, parking fees, fuel charges, interstate taxes.
- All transfers and excursions as per itinerary by respective car as mentioned above.
Package Excludes
- Monument/Monastery/Park entrance fee.
- Services of English-speaking local guide.
- Elephant ride/Jeep ride/Boat ride/Jeep Safari/Camel ride/Amusement park rides.
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Anything which is not mentioned under the “INCLUDES” header.
- Optional Tours which are not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Expense of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic beverages, guide, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax, etc.
- The cost of PCR Test is not included and any medical examination will be treated as actual.
- Domestic airfare / Train fare / Bus fare.
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees.
- Government taxes / GST / Service charges.
- Mineral water on coaches/microbuses/cars.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Porterage fees.
- Drinks (unless otherwise indicated).
- Waiting or additional transfer fees.
- Heater, mattress, roll-away bed charges.
- Early check-in and late check-out charges.
- Use of vehicle other than the specified itinerary.
- Insurance.
Package Information
- Surcharges applicable for travel during peak season/block out dates/trade fairs/festivals/events.
- Compulsory High Season surcharges and Gala Dinner charges are applicable to festive seasons and long weekends.
- The above price is not valid for travel during peak season/block out dates/trade fairs/festivals/events.
- The tour price quoted is subject to change should there be any hike in the fuel and hotel rates.
- Tour price given is valid for Indian nationals only.
- The above price is based on a minimum of 2 Passengers travelling together.
- The maximum number of persons (adult/child) allowed per room depends upon hotel policy.
- The price for single occupancy is only valid if:
– 2 adults traveling together and occupying two separate rooms.
– Traveling as a third adult in the party occupying a separate room.
- Midnight surcharges apply for transfers between 2200 hrs – 0700 hrs.
- Kindly note that the drivers are not guides until and unless it is mentioned in the itinerary.
- Confirmation of hotels and other services are subject to availability
- Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability.
- Generally, check-in time is 1400 hrs and check-out time is 1200 Noon at all hotels but it may differ depending on hotel policy.
- The category of rooms may differ depending upon the availability at the time of booking.
- WIFI, Tea / Coffee making facility, etc. in the rooms cannot be guaranteed. (Supplement charges may apply for such services)
- Meals other than those specified (if any).
- Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as road blocks, accidents, and any medical evacuations, train delays or re-scheduling, etc.
- Please note, the names of hotels mentioned above only indicate that our rates have been based on the usage of these hotels. It is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until and unless we convey the confirmations to you on receipt of your acceptance. However in the event of any of the above-mentioned hotels not becoming available at the time of initiating the reservations, we shall book alternate accommodation at a similar or next best available hotel and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you.
- For guests’ safety and security, we do not allow night driving, hence guests are requested to leave on time so they can reach their next destination before 2000 hrs.
- The driving duration mentioned in the itinerary may not be precise; it is the time that can be expected when strictly driving, depending on the present road conditions. Otherwise, the journey is conducted in such a way that we always stop midway for visiting villages, markets, photography, major landmarks of importance or interest depending on the guest’s interest.
- In case of any amendment in local Government taxes, or any fuel hike, we reserve the right to adjust the tour price accordingly.
- Any hike in the taxes, entrance fees, hotel rates, fuel, etc will be charged extra.
- Elephant rides are subject to availability and permission granted by the forest department.
- The offered itinerary is not a confirmation of the services and we shall proceed with your booking once we have received confirmation from you. And if rooms are unavailable in the original hotels, we shall provide equivalent/ alternative hotels.
- Please note that some of the sights/itineraries may change due to time limit, weather, national holidays, and special events. We maintain the right to alter the itinerary since tours are made in advance and unforeseen circumstances that mandate change may arise. Itinerary changes are made to improve your overall travel experience.
