Soul of Gujarat 7D

Day 1 Arrive Ahmedabad

Sabarmati Ashram (Gandhi Ashram)- SIGHTSEEING

Sabarmati Ashram is the biggest tourist attraction, located on the tranquil and serene stretch of Sabarmati River in Ahmedabad. Once the residence of Mahatma Gandhi and his wife Kasturba, it was also referred to as the 'Gandhi Ashram', 'Mahatma Gandhi Ashram' and most importantly, 'Satyagraha Ashram' as Gandhi began the famous 'Dandi March' from here. The Mahatma Gandhi Ashram has a number of other buildings within its bounds. The most famous among them is the museum 'Gandhi Smarak Sangrahalaya' which has some of Gandhi's personal letters and photographs on display. Other buildings and sites within the Gandhi Ashram known as Nandini, Vinoba Kutir, Upasana Mandir, and Magan Niwas.

Siddi Sayed Mosque- SIGHTSEEING

Siddi Sayed Mosque is one of the most photographed monuments, and an iconic landmark in Ahmedabad. Famous for its unique window designs, it was built in 1573 towards end of the Gujarat Sultanate, under the Mughal rule. The carved jaalis in the windows of the western wall are known worldwide. The major highlight of this mosque catches the attention of almost every tourist is the lattice work that resembles the famous 'tree of life" motif with intertwined trees and foliage. Logo of the prestigious educational institute, Indian Institute of Ahmedabad, is based on this motif too. The carvings look like fine lace filigree work, well appreciated as it has been done with excellent delicacy.

Adalaj Stepwell- SIGHTSEEING

Adalaj Stepwell is located in the village of Adalaj and built in 1499 by Queen Rudabai, this stepwell served as a place for relaxation for pilgrims and caravans in the earlier years. It was constructed in Indo-Islamic architectural style, with the belief that villagers would visit the well to collect water, offer their prayers to deities carved on the walls and rest for some time. The walls are beautifully carved with scenes of women churning buttermilk, kings, dancers and musicians. Since direct sunlight does not reach the interiors of the stepwell or vav, the temperature is apparently six degrees cooler than the outside. A unique feature of this stepwell of Gujarat, that this is the only one with three entrance stairs. 

Akshardham Temple- SIGHTSEEING

Akshardham Temple is one of the largest temples in Gujarat dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan and is the best example of contemporary architecture and style, built using 6000 tons of pink sandstone. It is considered a place of education, enlightment and in a way entertainment, where more than 2 million people visit each year. The major attractions of this majestic temple are its 10 story tall golden idol of Swaminarayan Mystic India( a film on an incredible journey of an 11-year old child yogi called Neelkanth) the light and music show(Sat Chit Anand Watershow) and audio animatronic shows. It is surrounded by a garden which houses rides, swings and games for kids, a lake, a waterfall and a herbal garden. 

Day 2 Ahmedabad – Dakor – Kevadia – Ahmedabad

Shree Dwarkadhish Temple- SIGHTSEEING

The Dwarkadhish temple, also known as the Jagat Mandir and occasionally spelled Dwarakadheesh, is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Krishna, who is worshiped here by the name Dwarkadhish, or 'King of Dwarka'. The temple is located at Dwarka, Gujarat, India. Temple was enlarged in the 15th- 16th century. The Dwarkadhish Temple is a Pushtimarg temple. 

Statue of Unity- SIGHTSEEING

The Statue of Unity is a colossal statue of Indian politician and independence activist Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who was the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home minister of independent India and the chief adherent of Mahatma Gandhi during the non-violent Indian Independence movement. 

Sardar sarovar dam- SIGHTSEEING

Valley flower- SIGHTSEEING

Day 3 Ahmedabad – Jamnagar – Dwarka

Kankaria Lake- SIGHTSEEING

Kankaria Lake is the largest lake in Ahmedabad, a 550 years old artificial lake, built in 15th century by the Sultan Qutbuddin . The lake is an ideal picnic spot for families as the lakefront has been developed by the Ahmedabad city governments into an entertainment zone. This Lakefront offers some of the best facilities like tethered balloon safari, train ride, ultra-modern high-speed rides, water park, zoo, kid’s city, food stall, butterfly park, aquarium and many other entertainment facilities. Every year in the month of December, a week-long festival, Kankaria Carnival kicks off celebrating the cultural and historical heritage of Ahmedabad.

Balaji Hanuman Temple- SIGHTSEEING

Shree Dwarkadhish Temple- SIGHTSEEING

The Dwarkadhish temple, also known as the Jagat Mandir and occasionally spelled Dwarakadheesh, is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Krishna, who is worshiped here by the name Dwarkadhish, or 'King of Dwarka'. The temple is located at Dwarka, Gujarat, India. Temple was enlarged in the 15th- 16th century. The Dwarkadhish Temple is a Pushtimarg temple. 

Day 4 Dwarka

Shree Dwarkadhish Temple- SIGHTSEEING

The Dwarkadhish temple, also known as the Jagat Mandir and occasionally spelled Dwarakadheesh, is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Krishna, who is worshiped here by the name Dwarkadhish, or 'King of Dwarka'. The temple is located at Dwarka, Gujarat, India. Temple was enlarged in the 15th- 16th century. The Dwarkadhish Temple is a Pushtimarg temple. 

Bet Dwarka- SIGHTSEEING

Bet Dwarka, also known as Bet Shankhodhar, is a small island and was the main port in the region before the development of Okha. It offers opportunities to spot dolphins, marine excursions, camping and picnicking. Most of the archaelogical ruins excavated here and religious manus correspond with Beyt Dwarka as the original abode of Lord Krishna. In order to get there from Dwarka.

Nageshwar temple- SIGHTSEEING

Nageshwar Jyotirling Jamnagar Gujarat. The temples at Jageshwar, in the background of Darukavana, the holy Deodar forest. Nageshvara Jyotirlinga is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines mentioned in the Shiva Purana.

Rukmini temple- SIGHTSEEING

The Rukmini Devi Temple is a temple in Dwarka, 2 kilometres away from Dwarka, India. It is dedicated to Rukmini, Krishna’s chief queen. The temple is said to be 2,500 years old but in its present form it is inferred to belong to the 12th century.

Day 5 Dwarka – Porbandar – Somnath

Kirti Temple- SIGHTSEEING

Sudama Temple- SIGHTSEEING

Somnath Temple, Prabhas Patan, Gujarat, India- SIGHTSEEING

Somnath Temple is a significant temple, comprising one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Located in Prabhas Kshetra near Veraval, Somnath Mandir is a symbol of rich cultural heritage of India. This temple is believed to have been built in gold by the moon god Soma, in silver by the sun god Ravi, in wood by Krishna and in stone by the Solanki Rajputs in the 11th century. The present temple, built in 1951, is the 7th reconstruction on the original site. Temple was invaded several times by muslim rulers, but restored to its original glory. Constructed in the Chalukyan style with a shikhara nearly 50 m tall, temple's architecture includes intricate carvings, silver doors, an impressive Nandi idol and the central shivalinga

Day 6 Somnath – Sasangir

Somnath Temple, Prabhas Patan, Gujarat, India- SIGHTSEEING

Somnath Temple is a significant temple, comprising one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Located in Prabhas Kshetra near Veraval, Somnath Mandir is a symbol of rich cultural heritage of India. This temple is believed to have been built in gold by the moon god Soma, in silver by the sun god Ravi, in wood by Krishna and in stone by the Solanki Rajputs in the 11th century. The present temple, built in 1951, is the 7th reconstruction on the original site. Temple was invaded several times by muslim rulers, but restored to its original glory. Constructed in the Chalukyan style with a shikhara nearly 50 m tall, temple's architecture includes intricate carvings, silver doors, an impressive Nandi idol and the central shivalinga.

Devaliya Safari Park (Gir Interpretation Zone)- SIGHTSEEING

Devalia Safari Park also known as “Gir Interpretation Zone”, is the establishment of particular eco-tourism zone to minimize overload of tourists from Gir Forest Visit and to offer whole wildlife of Gir at single place in safe habitats. This Zone comprises of 412 Ha Chain linked fences area which is regarded as ‘Gir in a nutshell’ covering all habitat types and wildlife of Gir. The basic motive of creating this facility is to provide an opportunity of viewing lions and other animals in their natural habitat within a short period of time at cheaper rates. There are animals like Asiatic lions, Leopards, Blue Bull, Sambhar, Chital, Black buck, Wild Boar etc. The presence of Savana habitat and rare birds is also another attraction of the area. 

Day 7 Sasangir – Gondal – Ahmedabad Departure

Vintage Car Museum- SIGHTSEEING

Auto World Vintage Car Museum is one of a best car museum in the world which houses a world-class collection of vintage cars, antique vehicles, utility vehicle, motorcycles, and buggies. The museum is a must visit tourist attraction, formed in the year 1927 by the General Motors India Ltd. Here one can find cars from all over the world of different ages and types and categories.These vintage cars contribute a lot to the heritage of India because many of these belong to Indian Maharajas. There is a cafeteria in the museum and museum also offers to drive any vintage cars. Major attractions are Vintage Cars from brands like Rolls-Royce, Bentleys, Daimlers, Langondas, Mercedeces,Cadillacs, Lancias, Lincoln, etc.