Ahmedabad Trip Overview
Gujarat is known for its several civilizations ensuing in a vibrant culture and a very prosperous heritage. Gujarat is home to several architectural marvels, witnesses of its glorious history and pilgrim centers for many faiths and this is the land of several mythological & historical figures like the legendary Lord Krishna and Mahatma Gandhi, the messenger of non-violence, This unique tour takes you to the home of the Mahatma Gandhi, who inspired the likes of Martin Luther King and Nelson Mandela, the holy place at Dwarka and renowned temples like the Modhera Sun Temple and the invincible Somnath Temple. Gujarat is truly an ideal destination that has the best in store for all tourists
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Duration: 5 days
Starts: Ahmedabad, India
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Gujarat is known for its several civilizations ensuing in a vibrant culture and a very prosperous heritage. Gujarat is home to several architectural marvels, witnesses of its glorious history and pilgrim centers for many faiths and this is the land of several mythological & historical figures like the legendary Lord Krishna and Mahatma Gandhi, the messenger of non-violence, This unique tour takes you to the home of the Mahatma Gandhi, who inspired the likes of Martin Luther King and Nelson Mandela, the holy place at Dwarka and renowned temples like the Modhera Sun Temple and the invincible Somnath Temple. Gujarat is truly an ideal destination that has the best in store for all tourists
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Ahmadabad
Stop At: Ahmedabad, Ahmedabad, Ahmedabad District, Gujarat
Welcome to Ahmadabad, the largest city in Gujarat. You are greeted on arrival at Ahmedabad Airport /Railway station by Namaste India Trip representative and transfer to hotel, after fresh up, proceed on a half day city tour of Ahmedabad visiting Calico Museum, Utensils Museum, Akshardham which is dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan. The temple is built with 6000 tonnes of pink sandstone and has beautiful carvings the Jami Mosque and finally, Evening leisure, overnight stay at hotel.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Hotel Ashish, Ahmedabad
Day 2: Ahmedabad – Dwarika (480 kms / 8 hrs)
Stop At: Beyt Dwarika, Dwarka India
After breakfast, Proceed for Dwarka. Dwarka is one of the seven most holy Hindu pilgrimage cities in India . Dwarka is located in the Jamnagar district of Gujrat. Dwarka is on the mouth of the Gomti River into Gulf of Kutch. Dwarka is famous for Dwarkadheesh Temple, built on north bank of the Gomti River. Overnight stay at hotel.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Hotel RUDRA PLAZA, Dwarika
Day 3: In Dwarka
Stop At: Dwarka, Dwarka, Devbhumi Dwarka District, Gujarat
In Dwarka
Attend early morning Aarti at Dwarkadhish temple. Have breakfast & thereafter visit Bet Dwarka & Nageshwar Jyotirling. overnight stay at hotel
Bet Dwarka
Also known as Bet Shankhoddar, It is said to be the place where Lord Krishna lived with his family when the ruled at Dwarka. It is also the place where Vishnu slew the demon Shankhasura. Visitors make it a point to visit the Krishna temple at this site which holds much of interest to be seen and experienced.
Nageswar Mahadev
The Puranas mention 12 Jyotirlingas or columns of light representing Lord Shiva, who manifested himself in that form in different parts of India. This shiva shrine near Dwarka is one of these and is there- fore accorded great respect.
Rukmani Temple
Temple of Lord Krihsna’s wife.
Kirti Mandir :-one of the famous tourist destinations of Porbandar. This place holds great religious significance as it is said to be the birth place of Sudama, the best friend and devotee of Lord Krishna & hometown of Mahatma Gandhi
Duration: 2 days
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Hotel RUDRA PLAZA, Dwarika
Day 4: Dwarka – Porbander – Somnath (250 kms / 6 hrs)
Stop At: Porbandar, Gujarat, India
This morning, drive to Somnath. En -route visit the Kirti Mandir one of the famous tourist destinations of Porbandar. This place holds great religious significance as it is said to be the birth place of Sudama, the best friend and devotee of Lord Krishna & hometown of Mahatma Gandhi. Later drive Continue to Somnath & visit the Somnath temple, established as one of the twelve Shiva Jyotirlingas. The temple has a tower over 165 feet high over the main sanctum. (Non Hindus are permitted to enter the temple). Overnight stay at hotel.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Hotel SHUBH SUVIDHA, Somnath
Day 5: Somnath – Ahmedabad
Stop At: Somnath, Somnath, Gir Somnath District, Gujarat
Return Home with Happy Memories
Today a bid farewell of Colour of Gujrat tour, after breakfast transfer to Ahmedabad Railway station/ Airport for the journey to onward destination.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.
