RAJKOT, JAMNAGAR, DWARKA AND SOMNATH TRIP

Arrive at Rajkot airport and meet our representative to get transferred to a pre-booked hotel. Settle down at the hotel and relax for a while. Start exploring Rajkot by visiting Watson Museum. Set up in the Queen Victoria memorial institute buildings located in Jubilee Garden, the museum exhibits copies of artifacts from Mohenjodaro, natural history, 13th century carvings, temple statues, costumes, and design of the houses of the local tribal people. Plan to visit local market for shopping and try Gujrati cuisine. Later, return to the hotel at Rajkot.

Check out the hotel and start your trip to Jamnagar early in the morning. Jamnagar is known for its historical and cultural heritage and is home to a number of places of interest. Visit Lakhota palace and museum. Built in the 15th century, the fort stands on an island in the middle of Lakhota Lake, in the heart of the city. Witness a variety of artifacts ranging from the 9th to the 18th century including pottery shards, swords, muskets, and even a skeleton of a whale in the Lakhota museum. Also visit Bala Hanuman Temple, Located on the shore of the Lakhota Lake. It houses idols of Lord Hanuman as well as Lord Ram, Lord Lakshman and Devi Sita. The temple is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records for the continuous chanting of Ram Dhun which has been going on since 1 August 1964. Later proceed to Dwarka, an ancient sacred city believed to be the legendary kingdom of Lord Krishna and it is often referred to as the “Golden City of India”. On reaching Dwarka, check in the hotel and stay overnight.

Finish your breakfast and start exploring the Golden city! Start your day by visiting Nageshwar Jyotirling Temple, located on the way to Beyt Dwarka. It is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, a form of Lord Shiva, and is also known as “Nagnath Temple”. This Jyotirlinga, known as Nageshwar Mahadev, is said to grant protection from poison to its devotees. The temple is believed to have been established by Lord Krishna himself and is considered one of the holiest temples in India. The temple is also known for its unique architecture and its deep spiritual significance. Later visit Beyt Dwarka, a small island off the coast of Dwarka and accessed via Okha. It is home to the namesake temple, and supposedly the residence of Lord Krishna when he arrived here. Return to Dwarka to visit Rukmani Temple, dedicated to Rukmini, consort of Lord Krishna. It is believed that praying to her will invite peace and prosperity into life. Later visit Gomati ghat where you can take a dip in the holy water of the river. In the evening, visit Dwarkadhish Temple for the evening aarti. The temple is dedicated to the God Krishna, who is worshiped here by the name Dwarkadhish, or ‘King of Dwarka’. The temple is also known as Jagat Mandir and is a five-storied structure with a gold-plated pinnacle and is surrounded by a massive wall. After the unforgettable holy experience, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Enjoy your breakfast and check out the hotel. Start your trip towards Somnath. On the way visit Porbandar, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi and Sudama Temple. Built in the early 19th century, the temple is dedicated to Sudama, who is believed to have been a great devotee of Lord Krishna. Reach Somnath and check in the pre booked hotel. Later visit Somnath temple, the first among the twelve jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva. It is believed that the temple was first built in gold by the Moon-God Soma, then in silver by the Ravana, and later in wood by Lord Krishna. Experience the marvellous light and sound show at the Somnath Temple after the evening aarti. After taking a dip in the religious aura, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

After finishing breakfast, check out the hotel and start your trip to Rajkot. Upon reaching check in the hotel and relax for a while. Spend remaining day at leisure or plan a visit to Patola Art workshop. Patola art is a traditional form of weaving that originated in the Patan district of Gujarat and is known for its intricate and elaborate design. Experience and shop for patola silk sarees and then return to the hotel for overnight stay.

After enjoying your breakfast, check out the hotel. Take a drop to the Airport for your return flight.