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Dwarka Somnath Tour Package from Vijayawada (4 Days)

4-day Dwarka Somnath tour from Vijayawada: Dwarka, Porbandar, Somnath and Veraval. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹14,010 per person.

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Dwarka Somnath Tour Package from Vijayawada (4 Days)

Description

4-day Dwarka Somnath tour from Vijayawada: Dwarka, Porbandar, Somnath and Veraval. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹14,010 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 March

Average temperature range: 17°C – 32°C

Jan

24°

17° low

Feb

29°

20° low

Mar

30°

23° low

Apr

31°

25° low

May

32°

28° low

Jun

32°

29° low

Jul

31°

28° low

Aug

29°

27° low

Sep

29°

26° low

NOW

Oct

31°

25° low

Nov

29°

21° low

Dec

28°

19° low

Jan

24°

17° low

Feb

29°

20° low

Mar

30°

23° low

Apr

31°

25° low

May

32°

28° low

Jun

32°

29° low

Jul

31°

28° low

Aug

29°

27° low

Sep

29°

26° low

NOW

Oct

31°

25° low

Nov

29°

21° low

Dec

28°

19° low

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Vijayawada to Dwarka

Reach Dwarka by train from Vijayawada, 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.

  1. 1

    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. 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.

Day 2

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.

  1. 1

    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. 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. 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. 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.

Day 3

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.

  1. 1

    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. 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. 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.

  4. 4

    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).

Day 4

Somnath to Vijayawada

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 Vijayawada (about 1,729 km), and the tour ends.

  1. 1

    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. 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 Vijayawada. The route runs Vijayawada → Dwarka → Porbandar → Somnath → Veraval → Vijayawada, about 3,768 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 Vijayawada

  • 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 Vijayawada 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: Vijayawada → Dwarka → Porbandar → Somnath → Veraval → Vijayawada (about 3,768 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 Vijayawada. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.

Persons Cab Bus Train
2₹59,190₹22,030₹18,310
3₹48,100₹20,800₹17,090
4–7₹42,810₹19,160₹15,440
8–10₹39,590₹18,480₹14,760
11–12₹33,700₹17,730₹14,010

Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.

By cab from Vijayawada the drive is about 1,797 km each way, so the cab option adds about 3 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

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Top Attractions

Dwarkadhish Temple

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.

1-2 hours Free (donations welcome)6:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM (darshan times vary; check locally)
Gomti Ghat

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.

30 minutes to 1 hour FreeOpen 24 hours (best during daylight)
Nageshwar Jyotirlinga

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.

1 hour Free (donations welcome)5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Bet Dwarka

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.

Half day (including boat ride and island visit) Boat ride ~₹100-200 per person; temple entry freeBoats operate roughly 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM; temple open 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Gopi Talav

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.

30 minutes FreeSunrise to sunset
Rukmini Devi Temple

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.

45 minutes to 1 hour Free6:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Kirti Mandir, Porbandar

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pilgrims & Spiritual Travellers: A devotional trip built around temple visits and sacred sites, at a relaxed, unhurried pace.
Comfortably fits a 4-day/3-night trip for couples, families or small groups.
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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 Vijayawada 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

Treebo Prime Elight, Dwarka (or similar)
3-star hotel in Somnath (or similar)

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: Vijayawada → Dwarka → Porbandar → Somnath → Veraval → Vijayawada (about 3,768 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 Vijayawada on day 1 and you are back in Vijayawada on day 4. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.

Vijayawada → Dwarka → Porbandar → Somnath → Veraval → Vijayawada. That is about 3,768 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.

For 2 persons it is ₹18,310 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹14,010 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 Vijayawada and back. By cab from Vijayawada the drive is about 1,797 km each way, so the cab option adds about 3 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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