Overview
6 -Days Dwarka–Somnath–Diu–Gir National Park tour covers some of Gujarat’s most iconic destinations, offering a blend of spirituality, s beaches, and wildlife adventure .
Tour Highlight
Dwarka – The Holy City of Lord Krishna
Somnath – The Eternal Jyotirlinga
Diu – The Coastal Paradise
Gir National Park – Home of the Asiatic Lions
Itinerary
Upon arriving at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD), also known as Ahmedabad Airport, and completing all customs procedures, please proceed to the exit gate. You will be met and greeted by a Greenlimon Holidays representative. Later, drive to Dwarka—Discover the doors to heaven and salvation—approximately 8 hours via Jamnagar. En route, stop to visit the Bala Hanuman Temple, known for its nonstop Ramdhun since 1956, which is mentioned in the Guinness Book of World Records.
After lunch at a local restaurant, continue your journey to Dwarka (approximately 2 hours 30 minutes)—The land of Lord Krishna. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel (standard check-in time is 2:00 PM). The rest of the day is free for relaxation. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
In the morning, take a holy dip in the Gomti River before proceeding to the renowned Shree Dwarkadhish Temple, also known as the Jagat Mandir—a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna.The temple opens at 6:30 AM and closes at 9:30 PM.
Later, visit the sacred Shri Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, The temple opens at 6:30 AM and closes at 9:30 PMone of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva.
Continue to Gopi Talav, a small and serene pond believed to be the place where the Gopis (cowherds) of Vrindavan reunited with Lord Krishna for their final dance and merged with the sacred. Don’t forget to collect some Gopi Chandan, a holy sandalwood paste associated with the site.
Proceed to Bet Dwarka, approximately 30 km from Dwarka, also known as Shankhodhar. It is believed to have been the residence of Lord Krishna during his ruling years. Bet Dwarka is accessible via a short boat ride or the newly constructed Sudarshan Setu bridge.
On the way back, visit the Rukmini Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna’s consort, Rukmini.
Later, spend some time at Shivrajpur Beach—the first Blue Flag beach in Gujarat. Enjoy stunning sunset views and participate in water sports activities.
In the evening, attend the aarti at the Dwarkadhish Temple.
Dwarkadhish Temple Aarti Timings:
| Darshan | Timing |
| Mangala Aarti | 08:00 – 08:30 AM |
| Shringar | 10:30 – 11:00 AM |
| Rajbhog Aarti | 12:00 – 01:00 PM |
| Uthappan | 04:00 – 04:30 PM |
| Sandhya Aarti | 05:30 – 06:00 PM |
Dinner and an overnight stay at Hotel
After breakfast at the hotel drive Somnath 240 Kms/approx. 5 Hours , one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for Hindus, believed to be the first among the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva.
En route, stop at Porbandar (75 km / approx. 1.5 hours) to visit Kirti Mandir, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi, and the Sudama Temple—the only temple in the world dedicated to Sudama, a close friend of Lord Krishna.
Later, continue your journey to Somnath. Along the way, enjoy scenic views along the coastal highway passing through Madhavpur, Chorwad, and Veraval.
Upon arrival in Somnath, check in to the hotel. Later, visit the sacred Shree Somnath Mahadev Temple, the first of the Aadi Jyotirlingas. The temple is located on the shores of the Arabian Sea, at the westernmost corner of the Indian subcontinent.
- Temple Timings: 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Aarti Timings: 7:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 7:00 PM
In the evening, attend the Aarti and then watch “Jay Somnath” Sound and Light Show : 7:45 PM at the temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.
In the morning, visit the Somnath Temple. After completing the rituals, proceed to the pilgrimage site of Bhalka Tirth—the sacred spot where Lord Krishna was mistakenly shot by an arrow.
Next, visit Dehotsarg Teerth, the place where Lord Krishna’s elder brother, Balarama, took his final journey. Then, explore the Suraj Mandir (Sun Temple), dedicated to the Sun God, followed by a visit to Kamnath Mahadev Temple, located near the Triveni Sangam—a holy confluence of three rivers: Hiran, Kapila, and Saraswati.
Afterward, proceed to Diu (approximately 100 km / 2 hours). Upon arrival, check in to the hotel. After lunch, rest for an hour.
visit the Gangeshwar Temple, located on the shores of the Arabian Sea. Waves regularly wash over the five Shiva Lingas, which were established here by the Pandavas for worship.
Later Visit the historic Diu Fort and take a city tour. Then, head to Nagoa Beach, the most popular beach in Diu, where you can enjoy water sports activities like speed boating, water skiing, and more.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, Later, drive to Gir Forest (approximately 130 km / 3 hours)—the only abode of the Asiatic lion.
Upon arrival, check in to the hotel. After lunch,
Visit Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as Sasan Gir, is famous for being the home of the Asiatic lions. Safari bookings for the Gir Jungle Trail remain suspended from 16th June to 15th October every year due to weather conditions.
Safari Timings:
- Morning: 6:45 AM to 9:45 AM
- Evening: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Morning option – Jeep Safari. After Breakfast at hotel. In time transfer Ahmedabad Airport
