Overview
Plan a 5-day spiritual journey through Gujarat, visiting the unique Nishkalank Mahadev Temple Located at Koliyak Beach, about 25 km from Bhavnagar. This unique Hindu temple becomes accessible only during low tide. Two of the twelve Jyotirlingas — Somnath and Nageshwar Temples — and one of the four sacred Dhams, the Dwarkadhish Temple
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 to Bhavnagar – Approx 4 Hours 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 |
Dinner and overnight stay at Bhavnagar .
After breakfast at the hotel drive Somnath 270 Kms/approx. 5:30 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.
- 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
Morning visit Shree Somnath Mahadev Temple, the first of the Aadi Jyotirlingas. 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.
Later 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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