Grand Saurashtra Panorama: Statue of Unity, Gir Safari, Diu, Somnath & Dwarka (7N/8D)

• Morning: Arrive at Ahmedabad airport or railway station. Meet your driver and begin the approximately 4-hour drive to the Statue of Unity.
• Afternoon: Arrive at the Statue of Unity. Check into a hotel near Kevadia/Vadodara to leave your luggage and freshen up. Start your exploration of the magnificent Statue of Unity, the monument, and the museum. You can also visit the Valley of Flowers.
• Evening: Witness the spectacular Laser Light and Sound Show at the Statue of Unity.
• Overnight Stay: Vadodara/Kevadia

Morning: After an early breakfast, begin the long drive from Vadodara to Sasan Gir. The journey will take a considerable portion of the day, approximately 7-8 hours.

Morning: Get ready for an exciting Jeep Safari in Gir National Park (pre-booking is highly recommended). Spot majestic Asiatic lions and a variety of other wildlife.

Late Morning: After the safari, check out from your resort and begin the drive to Somnath (approx. 2 hours).

Afternoon: Arrive in Somnath. Check into your hotel and take some time to rest.

Late Afternoon: Visit Bhalka Tirth, a significant pilgrimage site where Lord Krishna is said to have been mistakenly shot.

Evening: Head to the magnificent Somnath Temple. Attend the evening aarti and, if time permits, watch the "Jay Somnath" Sound and Light Show.

Overnight Stay: Somnath

• Morning: After breakfast, embark on a day trip to the coastal Union Territory of Diu. The drive is approximately 2-2.5 hours.
• Diu Sightseeing (Part 1): Explore the historic Diu Fort, a massive Portuguese fortress. Visit the stunning Naida Caves and the serene Nagoa Beach.
• Diu Sightseeing (Part 2): Visit St. Paul's Church, a beautiful example of Baroque architecture, and the unique Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple.
• Evening: Drive back to Somnath for the night.
• Overnight Stay: Somnath

• Morning: After breakfast and check-out, visit Triveni Sangam Ghat and Dehotsarg Tirth.
• Late Morning: Begin your drive to Dwarka via Porbandar.
• En-route (Porbandar): Stop in Porbandar, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi. Visit Kirti Mandir and the nearby Sudama Mandir.
• Afternoon: Continue the drive to Dwarka. Upon arrival, check into your hotel.
• Evening: Head to the main Dwarkadhish Temple (Jagat Mandir) for darshan and the evening aarti.
• Overnight Stay: Dwarka

• Morning: After breakfast, travel to Okha port and take a ferry to Bet Dwarka, a sacred island believed to be Lord Krishna's residence.
• Afternoon: Return to the mainland and visit the Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
• Late Afternoon: Visit the Rukmini Devi Temple, a beautifully carved temple dedicated to Lord Krishna's chief queen.
• Evening: Take a peaceful walk at Gomti Ghat or the Dwarka Lighthouse to enjoy the coastal views.
• Overnight Stay: Dwarka

• Morning: After breakfast and check-out, begin the long drive from Dwarka to Ahmedabad. The journey will take approximately 7-8 hours.
• Afternoon: Stop for lunch on the way.
• Evening: Arrive in Ahmedabad. Check into your hotel and relax. You can explore the Sabarmati Riverfront or enjoy some local street food at Manek Chowk, which transforms into a bustling food market at night.
• Overnight Stay: Ahmedabad

• Morning: After breakfast, check out of your hotel. Depending on your flight/train schedule, you can visit some of Ahmedabad's key attractions.
  • Visit the Sabarmati Ashram, Mahatma Gandhi's former residence, which played a pivotal role in India's independence movement.
  • Explore the stunning Adalaj Stepwell, a beautifully carved and intricate architectural marvel.
  • If time permits, visit the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque to see its famous "Tree of Life" jali work.
• Late Afternoon/Evening: Your driver will drop you off at the Ahmedabad airport or railway station for your onward journey.