Plan a 6-Day Matrugaya Dwarka Somnath Tour Package. Perform the sacred Mother Pind Daan at Siddhpur’s Matrugaya Kund and visit the holy sites of Dwarka and Somnath.
Overview
Itinerary
Morning arrival at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD), also known as Ahmedabad Airport, and after completing all customs procedures, please proceed to the exit gate, where a Greenlimon Holidays representative will meet and assist you. Drive to Patan en- route visit Rani ki Vav (The Queen’s Stepwell) located on the banks of the Saraswati River, is an 11th-century architectural marvel built by Queen Udayamati in 1063 AD. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it exemplifies advanced ancient water management and intricate architecture.
Overnight stay at Patan.
Morning drive to Siddhpur 25 Kms / 30 Minutes , also known as Matru Gaya, is considered a sacred Tirth for performing Shraddh rituals for maternal ancestors. According to Hindu tradition, while offerings for paternal ancestors are made in Gaya, Bihar, rituals for maternal ancestors are performed in Siddhpur, Gujarat — hence the name Matru Gaya Siddhpur.
The holy place of “Mathru Shraddha” – departed souls of mother. Ritual take place at Bindu Sarovar.
Later drive to Rajkot en- route visit The Modhera Sun Temple approx. 4 Hours also known as Surya Mandir, is situated on the banks of the Pushpavati River in Gujarat. This magnificent 11th-century temple, dedicated to the Sun God Surya, was built by King Bhimdev I of the Solanki dynasty. It is celebrated as one of the finest examples of Indian temple architecture, renowned for its intricate carvings and remarkable astronomical alignment.
Upon arrival, Check In hotel . Dinner and Overnight stay at Rajkot
After breakfast at the hotel drive Somnath 180 Kms/approx. 4 Hours , one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for Hindus, believed to be the first among the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva.
Upon arrival in Somnath, check in to the hotel. Freshen up. Then
visit Shree Somnath Mahadev Temple, the first of the Aadi Jyotirlingas.
- Temple Timings: 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Aarti Timings: 7:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 7:00 PM
Later 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.
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
After breakfast drive to Dwarka (approximately 5hours —The land of Lord Krishna. Along the way, enjoy scenic views along the coastal highway.
En route, stop at the Sudama Temple—the only temple in the world dedicated to Sudama, a close friend of Lord Krishna and Porbandar to visit Kirti Mandir, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi
Upon arrival in Dwarka , check in to the hotel.
In the evening, attend the aarti at the Dwarkadhish Temple. The temple opens at 6:30 AM and closes at 9:30 PM.
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
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.
Spend some time at Shivrajpur Beach—the first Blue Flag beach in Gujarat. Enjoy water sports activities.
Later drive to Jamnagar ( 2:30 Hours ) . Overnight stay at Jamnagar
After breakfast , In transfer to Ahmedabad Airport En-route visit the Bala Hanuman Temple, known for its nonstop Ramdhun since 1956, which is mentioned in the Guinness Book of World Records.
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