GUJARAT (4N)
Gir (1N) + Dwarka (2N) + Somnath (1N)
Gir:
This forested, hilly, sanctuary about halfway between Veraval and Junagadh is the last refuge of the Asiatic lion (Panthera leopersica). The sanctuary’s 37 other mammal species, most of which have also increased in numbers, include dainty chital, sambar, nilgais, crocodiles and rarely seen leopards. The park is a great destination for birders too, with more than 300 bird species.
Dwarka:
A small island off the coast of Dwarka and accessed via Okha is home to the namesake temple, and supposedly the residence of Lord Krishna when he arrived here. The establishment of the temple is credited to Guru Vallabhacharya. Apart from the main temple, others in the complex commemorate Hanuman, Vishnu, Shiva, Lakshmi Narayan, Jambavati, Devi and others.
Somnath:
It is famous for Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple and it is believed to be the place where the first of the twelve holy jyotirlingas emerged in India. The intricately carved honey-coloured Somnath temple on the western edge of the state. The ancient temple’s timeline can be traced from 649 BC but is believed to be older than that.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Gir
Day 2: Morning Safari. Gir to Dwarka
Day 3: Dwarka sightseeing covering - Dwarkadish temple, Nageshwar temple
Day 4: Dwarka – Somnath
Day 5: Departure from Somnath
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Price is based on 4 persons travelling together.
Inclusions:
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis in 3 star + category hotels,
- Transfers by private vehicle with driver cum guide,
- Daily Breakfast,
- All necessary permits,
- Driver allowance,
- 1 Safari in Gir National Park
Exclusions:
- Flight / Train fare,
- Travel insurance,
- Meals not mentioned under inclusions,
- Entry fees / camera charges at places of interest (if applicable),
- Excursions are subject to road conditions.