Dwarka Somnath Tour Package from Kochi (4 Days)
4-day Dwarka Somnath tour from Kochi: Dwarka, Porbandar, Somnath and Veraval. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹15,500 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
25° – 31°C
October in Dwarka Somnath

Description
4-day Dwarka Somnath tour from Kochi: Dwarka, Porbandar, Somnath and Veraval. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹15,500 per person.
This 4 days 3 nights itinerary covers 12 handpicked stops, including Dwarkadhish Temple, Gomti Ghat, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga and more. October–March is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 3-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as Treebo Prime Elight, Dwarka. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Dwarka Somnath
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 17°C – 32°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Kochi to Dwarka
Reach Dwarka by train from Kochi, where our driver meets you. Check in at your hotel in Dwarka. Freshen up and rest after the drive, then walk to the Dwarkadhish Temple in the late afternoon, when the queues are shorter. Mobile phones, cameras and bags are not allowed inside, so leave them at the hotel or the counter near the gate. Go down the 56 steps of the Swarg Dwar to Gomti Ghat and watch the sun set over the sea, then come back up for the evening aarti and the lit-up temple. Dinner at a local Gujarati thali restaurant (at your own cost). Overnight stay in Dwarka.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Kochi to Dwarka
2223 km · ~47h 48m · About 44h of driving split over 5 days, plus stops.
- Start from Kochi
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
145 km · 2h 54m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 445Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 595Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 745Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
145 km · 2h 54m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 889Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1039Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1189Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
145 km · 2h 54m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1334Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1484Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1634Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
145 km · 2h 54m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1778Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1928Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2078Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
145 km · 2h 54m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DwarkaDwarka, Gujarat
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Kochi to Dwarka
2223 km · ~49h 24m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Kochi
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kochi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kochi → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~741 km
~16h 28m|Tentative fare ₹820–₹2,120
- Change buses at a major city (around km 741)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Dwarka. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → change point 2
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~741 km
~16h 28m|Tentative fare ₹820–₹2,120
- Change buses at a major city (around km 1482)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Dwarka. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 2 → Dwarka
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~741 km
~16h 28m|Tentative fare ₹820–₹2,120
- Arrive in Dwarka
Dwarka, Gujarat
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Kochi to Dwarka
Nearest railway stations: Ernakulam Jn for Kochi, Dwarka for Dwarka.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 39h 20m in total
Change trains at Udhna Jn — about 48m wait
1 change · 39h 20m in total
Change trains at Sayan — about 54m wait
1 change · 40h 3m in total
Change trains at Vasai Road — about 1h 46m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Dwarkadhish Temple
The five-storey Jagat Mandir of Lord Krishna, one of the Char Dham, built of carved sandstone on 72 pillars. Its tall flag is changed several times a day by the temple priests, and a darshan with the evening aarti is the highlight of the visit. Allow about two hours with the queue.
- 2
Gomti Ghat
The bathing ghat where the Gomti river meets the Arabian Sea, at the foot of the 56 steps behind the temple. Pilgrims take a dip here before darshan, and small shrines line the ghat. It is at its best at sunset.
Nageshwar, Bet Dwarka and Rukmini Temple
Start early, around 7:30 am, to reach Nageshwar before the crowd. From there the road runs north towards Okha and crosses the Sudarshan Setu, the cable-stayed bridge to Bet Dwarka, so there is no longer any need for the ferry. After lunch, stop at Gopi Talav on the way back and end the day at the Rukmini Devi Temple on the edge of Dwarka. Carry water and a cap; the coast is hot and open for most of the year. The evening is free for the Dwarkadhish aarti again or for shopping for Dwarka shells and bandhani. Overnight stay in Dwarka.
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Nageshwar Jyotirlinga
One of the twelve Jyotirlingas, about 17 km from Dwarka. A huge seated statue of Lord Shiva stands in the garden at the entrance, and the lingam is in an underground sanctum. Allow about an hour.
- 2
Bet Dwarka
The island in the Gulf of Kutch believed to be Lord Krishna's home. The Dwarkadhish temple here is said to hold the idol from Krishna's own palace, and the island also has a temple of Hanuman with his son Makardhwaj. Plan two to three hours.
- 3
Gopi Talav
The small pond linked to Krishna and the gopis of Vrindavan, known for the yellow clay (gopi chandan) used for tilak. A quick stop of about 20 minutes.
- 4
Rukmini Devi Temple
The 12th-century temple of Krishna's consort, about 2 km outside Dwarka, with fine carvings of elephants and dancers on its outer walls. Local priests tell the story of why it stands apart from the main temple.
Dwarka to Somnath via Porbandar
Today's travel: from Dwarka to Porbandar (about 104 km, 2 hrs) and from Porbandar to Somnath (about 131 km, 2 hrs 30 min). Leave Dwarka after an early breakfast and drive down the coast road, with the sea on your right for much of the way. Stop in Porbandar for Kirti Mandir, the house where Mahatma Gandhi was born, and the Sudama Temple close by, then have lunch in town. Reach Somnath by mid-afternoon and check in. Visit the Somnath Temple in the evening; phones are not allowed inside here either. Stay on for the 7 pm aarti and then the light and sound show on the temple grounds. Overnight stay in Somnath.
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Kirti Mandir, Porbandar
The three-storey ancestral house where Mahatma Gandhi was born in 1869, now a memorial with photographs and the room where he was born. Allow about 45 minutes.
- 2
Sudama Temple, Porbandar
A temple of Krishna's childhood friend Sudama, with a small maze of paths in the garden that visitors walk through.
- 3
Somnath Temple
The first of the twelve Jyotirlingas, standing right on the shore of the Arabian Sea. Destroyed and rebuilt many times through history, the present temple was completed in 1951 in the Chalukya style. The evening aarti, with the sea behind the temple, is unforgettable.
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Light and Sound Show
An evening show on the temple grounds, after the aarti, that tells the story of Somnath against the temple walls. It runs for about an hour (tickets at the counter).
Somnath to Kochi
If you like, go back to the Somnath Temple for the 7 am aarti before breakfast. Then visit the sacred spots around town connected with the last days of Lord Krishna: Bhalka Tirth, where he is believed to have been struck by a hunter's arrow, and the Triveni Sangam a short way off. Have lunch before starting the drive home. Drive from Somnath to Veraval (about 7 km, 15 min). Board the train from Veraval back to Kochi (about 2,189 km), and the tour ends.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Somnath to Veraval
7 km · ~8m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Somnath
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
7 km · 8m drive from previous stop
Arrive in VeravalVeraval, Gujarat
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Somnath to Veraval
7 km · ~9m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Somnath
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Somnath. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Somnath → Veraval
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~7 km
~9m|Tentative fare ₹10–₹70
- Arrive in Veraval
Veraval, Gujarat
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Somnath to Veraval
Nearest railway stations: Somnath for Somnath, Veraval for Veraval.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Veraval to Kochi
2189 km · ~47h 7m · About 44h of driving split over 5 days, plus stops.
- Start from Veraval
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
138 km · 2h 45m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 438Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 588Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 738Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
138 km · 2h 45m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 876Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1026Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1176Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
138 km · 2h 45m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1313Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1463Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1613Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
138 km · 2h 45m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1751Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1901Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2051Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
138 km · 2h 45m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KochiKochi, Kerala
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Veraval to Kochi
2189 km · ~48h 39m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Veraval
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Veraval. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Veraval → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~730 km
~16h 13m|Tentative fare ₹800–₹2,090
- Change buses at a major city (around km 730)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Kochi. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → change point 2
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~730 km
~16h 13m|Tentative fare ₹800–₹2,090
- Change buses at a major city (around km 1459)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Kochi. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 2 → Kochi
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~730 km
~16h 13m|Tentative fare ₹800–₹2,090
- Arrive in Kochi
Kochi, Kerala
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Veraval to Kochi
Nearest railway stations: Veraval for Veraval, Ernakulam Jn for Kochi.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 39h 30m in total
Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 2h 1m wait
1 change · 39h 30m in total
Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 2h 1m wait
1 change · 42h 40m in total
Change trains at Chhayapuri — about 41m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Bhalka Tirth
The place, about 5 km from Somnath, where Lord Krishna is believed to have been struck by an arrow while resting under a tree. A temple marks the spot.
- 2
Triveni Sangam
The meeting point of the Hiran, Kapila and the mythical Saraswati rivers, where pilgrims take a holy dip. The Gita Mandir and the Laxminarayan Temple are close by.
Tour Overview
Dwarka and Somnath sit at the two ends of the Saurashtra coast: Dwarka is one of the Char Dham and the kingdom of Lord Krishna, and Somnath is the first of the twelve Jyotirlingas, its temple standing right on the Arabian Sea.
This 4-day, 3-night package starts and ends in Kochi. The route runs Kochi → Dwarka → Porbandar → Somnath → Veraval → Kochi, about 4,654 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Dwarka Somnath Tour from Kochi
- Dwarkadhish Temple
- Gomti Ghat
- Nageshwar Jyotirlinga
- Bet Dwarka
- Gopi Talav
- Rukmini Devi Temple
- Kirti Mandir, Porbandar
- Sudama Temple, Porbandar
Inclusions in the Dwarka Somnath Tour Package
- 3 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Kochi for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Dwarka Somnath Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Dwarka Somnath Tour
Best time to visit: October–March
Route: Kochi → Dwarka → Porbandar → Somnath → Veraval → Kochi (about 4,654 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Dwarka and back from Veraval; the train journey is in addition to the 4 days.
Hotels: Treebo Prime Elight, Dwarka; 3-star hotel in Somnath, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Kochi. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹72,710 | ₹24,470 | ₹19,800 |
| 33 Persons | ₹59,030 | ₹23,250 | ₹18,570 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹52,530 | ₹21,610 | ₹16,930 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹48,520 | ₹20,930 | ₹16,250 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹41,290 | ₹20,180 | ₹15,500 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
By cab from Kochi the drive is about 2,223 km each way, so the cab option adds about 4 travel days each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Dwarka and back from Veraval; the train journey is in addition to the 4 days.
Route Map
Top Attractions
Dwarkadhish Temple
The central temple of Dwarka, dedicated to Krishna as 'Dwarkadhish' or Lord of Dwarka. The current five-storey structure, with its 78-meter-tall shikhara, is believed to date from the 15th–16th century, built over an earlier temple. The flag atop the shikhara is changed several times daily, a distinctive ritual you can witness.
Gomti Ghat
A sacred bathing ghat where the Gomti River meets the sea, near the Dwarkadhish Temple. Pilgrims traditionally bathe here before offering darshan at the temple. The ghat is also a place for rituals and offers a serene view of the confluence.
Nageshwar Jyotirlinga
One of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Shiva, located between Dwarka and Bet Dwarka. The temple features a large outdoor statue of Shiva and is a major pilgrimage site. The name 'Nageshwar' is associated with the legend of Shiva protecting his devotee Supriya from a demon's prison.
Bet Dwarka
An island a short boat ride from Okha, near Dwarka, traditionally believed to be Krishna's actual residential palace. The island has its own temple, as well as ancient relics and a peaceful beach atmosphere. Boat rides offer views of the coast and the chance to explore the island's mythological and archaeological significance.
Gopi Talav
A holy pond associated with the legend of the gopis (milkmaids) who, unable to join Krishna in Dwarka, attained union with him by meditating here. The pond is located near the Dwarkadhish Temple and is a place for reflection and ritual bathing. It is a lesser-known but spiritually significant spot in Dwarka.
Rukmini Devi Temple
Located about 2 km from the Dwarkadhish Temple, this shrine is dedicated to Krishna's chief queen Rukmini. The temple showcases 12th-century architecture with intricate carvings, and legend says Rukmini cursed the sage Durvasa here, leading to the temple's isolation from the main town.
Kirti Mandir, Porbandar
The three-storey ancestral house where Mahatma Gandhi was born in 1869, now a memorial with photographs and the room where he was born. Allow about 45 minutes.
Sudama Temple, Porbandar
A temple of Krishna's childhood friend Sudama, with a small maze of paths in the garden that visitors walk through.
Somnath Temple
The first of the twelve Jyotirlingas, standing right on the shore of the Arabian Sea. Destroyed and rebuilt many times through history, the present temple was completed in 1951 in the Chalukya style. The evening aarti, with the sea behind the temple, is unforgettable.
Light and Sound Show
An evening show on the temple grounds, after the aarti, that tells the story of Somnath against the temple walls. It runs for about an hour (tickets at the counter).
Bhalka Tirth
The place, about 5 km from Somnath, where Lord Krishna is believed to have been struck by an arrow while resting under a tree. A temple marks the spot.
Triveni Sangam
The meeting point of the Hiran, Kapila and the mythical Saraswati rivers, where pilgrims take a holy dip. The Gita Mandir and the Laxminarayan Temple are close by.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–March is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 3 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Kochi for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: October–March
Route: Kochi → Dwarka → Porbandar → Somnath → Veraval → Kochi (about 4,654 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Dwarka and back from Veraval; the train journey is in addition to the 4 days.
Hotels: Treebo Prime Elight, Dwarka; 3-star hotel in Somnath, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
4 days and 3 nights. It starts from Kochi on day 1 and you are back in Kochi on day 4. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Kochi → Dwarka → Porbandar → Somnath → Veraval → Kochi. That is about 4,654 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹19,800 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹15,500 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Kochi and back. By cab from Kochi the drive is about 2,223 km each way, so the cab option adds about 4 travel days each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Dwarka and back from Veraval; the train journey is in addition to the 4 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
October–March.
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