Overview
Plan a 9-Day Gujarat Tour – Explore Wildlife, Heritage & Pilgrimage Sites: Kutch White Desert, Statue of Unity, Gir Safari Dwarka- Dham ,Somnath Temple Jyotilinga darshan.
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 Bhuj 340 Kms/ 7 Hours ) . Upon arrival, check in to the hotel (standard check-in time is 2:00 PM). The rest of the day is free for relaxation. Dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Kalo Dungar (Black Hill), located approximately 90 km away, a 2-hour journey. It is the highest point in Kutch and offers a panoramic view of the vast, stark landscape of the Rann of Kutch. On the way, there’s a spot known for a fascinating optical illusion called the “magnetic hill effect,” where vehicles appear to roll uphill against gravity. Though it’s just an illusion, it adds an interesting twist to the journey.
Later, drive to Dhordo. Upon arrival, check in at Rann Utsav – The Tent City. Enjoy lunch and rest for an hour. In the evening, visit the Rann of Kutch and enjoy activities like camel rides, paragliding, and camel cart rides. Witness the breathtaking sunset before returning to the Tent City. Later, experience the vibrant culture of Kutch with entertaining performances at the Cultural Activity Area. Dinner and overnight stay at The Tent City, Dhordo.
After breakfast in the morning, drive to Dholavira (approx. 105 km / 2 hours), en route experiencing the famous “Road to Heaven.” This route is known for its stunning views and the surreal feeling of driving through endless landscapes, often surrounded by salt flats and desert scenery. The stretch, about 30 kilometers long, connects Khavda to Dholavira in Gujarat.
After lunch, visit the Archaeological Excavation Site — the largest Harappan civilization relic in India and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering a fascinating insight into this once-flourishing ancient city.
Later, drive to Bhuj (approx. 130 km / 2.5 hours). Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at Bhuj.
After beakfask 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
Early breakfast drive to Gir National Park 300 Kms/approx. 6 Hours , one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for Hindus, believed to be the first among the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva.
Along the way, enjoy scenic views along the coastal highway passing through Madhavpur, Chorwad, and Veraval.
Upon arrival in Somnath, 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.
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.
Later drive to Gir National Park ( 45 Kms/ 1 Hours) .the only abode of the Asiatic lion.
Upon arrival, check in to the hotel.
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
Dinner and Overnight stay at Gir National Park
Morning Jeep Safari at Gir National Park . Return to hotel . After breakfast drive to to Bhavnagar – Approx 5 En- route visit palitana
The Palitana temples, located on Shatrunjaya Hill near Palitana city in Gujarat’s Bhavnagar district, are among the holiest pilgrimage sites in Jainism, along with Shikharji in Jharkhand. The hill around 863 marble temples, with the main shrine dedicated to Rishabha, the first tirthankara. Reaching the top requires climbing about 3,500 steps.
Upon arrival, check in to the hotel.
Later, visit Nishkalank Mahadev Temple – Located at Koliyak Beach, about 25 km from Bhavnagar. This unique Hindu temple becomes accessible only during low tide, and devotees walk barefoot from the shore to the temple. A famous fair known as Bhadarvi Mela is held here on the new moon night in the month of Shravan.
Nishkalank Mahadev Temple Darshan Timings:
There is no fixed timetable for darshan. However, the ideal time is generally between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM, when the tide is low and the temple can be reached on foot.
Note: It is Mandatory to check the tide timings before visiting the temple
Based on the Lunar Tithi, tide timings change, affecting temple darshan. You can visit when the water recedes; darshan stops when the tide returns. Plan your visit accordingly.
| Tithi | Empty Time | Completion Time | Ideal Time Range |
| First | 6:00 AM | 7:30 AM | 9:00 AM | 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
| Second | 7:30 AM | 9:30 AM | 10:30 AM | 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM |
| Third | 9:30 AM | 11:30 AM | 12:30 PM | 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Fourth | 11:30 AM | 1:30 PM | 2:30 PM | 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Fifth | 1:30 AM* | 3:30 PM | 4:30 PM | 1:30 AM – 5:00 PM* |
| Sixth | 3:30 PM | 5:30 PM | 6:30 PM | 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Seventh | 5:30 PM | 7:30 PM | 8:30 PM | 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Eighth | 6:00 PM | 8:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Ninth | 7:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Tenth | 4:00 PM | 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
| Eleventh | 5:30 PM | 7:00 PM | 8:00 PM | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Twelfth | 5:00 AM | 7:00 AM | 8:30 AM | 5:00 AM – 7:30 AM |
| Thirteenth | 6:00 AM | 9:00 AM | 11:30 AM | 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM |
| Fourteenth | 7:00 AM | 9:00 AM | 10:30 AM | 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM or 5:00 AM |
| Fifteenth | 7:30 PM | 7:30 AM | 9:30 PM | 12:30 AM | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM or 4:00 AM – 5:00 AM |
Morning breakfast drive to Statue of Unity Approx 300 Kms/6 Hours Upon arrival ,Check In hotel , After Lunch
Note: The Statue of Unity is open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Tuesday to Sunday. It remains closed on Mondays.
visit the iconic Statue of Unity, the world’s tallest statue, dedicated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Take in the panoramic views from the viewing gallery. Afterwards, enjoy the Ekta Cruise, followed by the Projection Mapping show at the statue.
The Statue of Unity laser show starts daily at 6:45 PM and duration time for 30 minutes. It illuminates the 182-meter-tall structure and uses lights, lasers, and narration to depict Sardar Patel’s life journey.
Return to the hotel. Overnight stay at Kevadia, Statue of Unity
Morning breakfast visit the Valley of Flowers, spread over 24 acres along the Narmada River, known for its vibrant blooms. Then, explore the state-of-the-art zoological park, home to exotic animals and birds from various regions, and enjoy a jungle safari.
In time transfer to Ahmedabad Airport for onward journey.
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