Ahmedabad-Dwarka-Somnath
The Ahmedabad-Dwarka-Somnath Classic Tour is a spiritual tour that is rich in Gujarat and is aimed at the traveler who wants to devote, explore the heritage and the culture of Gujarat and does not have to travel fast. Exploring the most sacred pilgrimage sites of Hinduism, this tour relates the ancient temples, coastal religious towns and historic sites associated with Lord Krishna and Lord Shiva.
The tour is well-laid out so that the visitor can take time to explore the temples, have a purposive darshan and some beautiful road tours to the evolving landscapes of Gujarat, its bustling towns of diverse colors to its silent coastal shores. This is a tour that is perfect for families, elderly travelers, and spiritual travelers that is a balance between faith, comfort, and exploration of the culture.
Reach Ahmedabad, the cultural and historical centre of Gujarat. Upon arrival at the airport or railway station, you will be transferred to your hotel where you will be checked in and allowed to rest. Then continue a light sightseeing trip by visiting Sandarmati Ashram, the previous home of Mahatma Gandhi, which can tell about the philosophy of simple living and the freedom movement in India. Go on to Adalaj Stepwell, a masterpiece of architecture with all the Hindu and Islamic influences. During the evening go to Akshardham Temple (Gandhinagar) to observe its calm environment and spiritual displays. Overnight stay in Ahmedabad.
Early after breakfast, set out to Dwarka, a very long and very picturesque journey across the very heart of Gujarat. Travel along the roads, see countryside, farmland and small towns with a reflection of the local real life. Arriving at Dwarka in the evening, enter your hotel and rest after the tour. Providing that there is time, have some tranquil stroll by the Gomti River or the temple premises, in order to imbibe the spiritual atmosphere of the town. Travel is maintained light on the day so as to make the day comfortable and ready to visit temples the following day. Overnight stay in Dwarka.
Start the day with an early morning darshan in the sacred Dwarkadhish Temple that is dedicated to Lord Krishna. The chanting in rhythm and the temple services provide a very spiritual feeling. Then continue to Gomti Ghad and then on to Bet Dwarka which is the thought to be the initial house of Lord Krishna by a brief boat ride. Along the way, visit Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple which is among the 12 holistic Jyotlingas of Lord Shiva. Go back to Dwarka in the evening and go to the evening aarti of the temple, as you wish. Overnight stay in Dwarka.
Breakfast then leaves for Somnath along the picturesque coastal road of Gujarat. On the way, visit the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi at Porbandar. Pay your visit to the small but significant memorial of his life and values Kirti Mandir. Go on to Somnath, and reach it this afternoon. Following the rest and check-in at the hotel, see the great Somnath Temple, which stands in a dramatic location on the coast of the Arabian sea. In the evening, join the Somnath Aarti and Light & Sound Show which gives an account of the soft power history of the temple. Overnight stay in Somnath.
When it is time to get ready to start the day, morning darshan at Somnath Jyotirlinga, in a calmer and more intimate temple atmosphere. Have breakfast and then begin the trip back to Ahmedabad. The drive gives time to contemplate the spiritual experiences so far gone through as one goes through the countryside of Gujarat. By evening come to Ahmedabad and take up in the hotel. The rest of the day will be at leisure or optional local shopping. Overnight stay in Ahmedabad.
Breakfast and leave the hotel after checking out and making your way to Ahmedabad airport or railway station in order to proceed further. Fly away with a spiritual fulfillment, cultural awareness and with a great memory about the holy heritage of Gujarat.
