Itinerary for 7 day trip to Saurashtra- Gujarat

Saurashtra is a beautiful region in Gujarat, rich in culture, history, and stunning landscapes. Here’s a delightful 7-day itinerary for your trip, starting and ending in Rajkot. I’ll make sure to include some lovely 4-star or 5-star hotel options for your stay. Let’s dive in!

Day 1: Arrival in Rajkot

Morning: Arrive in Rajkot. Check into your hotel (consider The Imperial Palace or Hotel Fortune Park JPS Grand).
Afternoon: Visit the and (Gandhi's childhood home).
Evening: Stroll through and enjoy the sunset.
Dinner: Try local cuisine at The Grand Thakar.
Overnight: Stay at your hotel in Rajkot.

Day 2: Rajkot to Dwarka (Approx. 230 km, 5 hours)

Morning: After breakfast, drive to Dwarka.
Afternoon: Check into Dwarkadhish Lords Eco Inn or Hotel Dwarkadhish.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal at the hotel or a local restaurant.
Evening: Visit the famous and take a stroll along the .
Dinner: Dine at The Golden Chariot.
Overnight: Stay in Dwarka.

Day 3: Dwarka to Somnath (Approx. 90 km, 2 hours)

Morning: After breakfast, head to for a boat ride and visit the temple there.
Afternoon: Drive to Somnath. Check into The Fern Residency or Hotel Somnath Sagar.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal at the hotel.
Evening: Visit the and witness the evening Aarti.
Dinner: Try local cuisine at Hotel Somnath Sagar.
Overnight: Stay in Somnath.

Day 4: Somnath to (Approx. 40 km, 1 hour)

Morning: After breakfast, drive to .
Afternoon: Check into The Gir Wildlife Resort or Kankaiya Resort.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal at the resort.
Evening: Go for a safari in to spot Asiatic lions and other wildlife.
Dinner: Dine at the resort.
Overnight: Stay in Gir.

Day 5: Gir to Junagadh (Approx. 60 km, 1.5 hours)

Morning: After breakfast, head to Junagadh.
Afternoon: Check into Hotel Aram or The Grand Bhagwati.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal at the hotel.
Evening: Visit and .
Dinner: Try local delicacies at Baba Chowk.
Overnight: Stay in Junagadh.

Day 6: Junagadh to Porbandar (Approx. 120 km, 3 hours)

Morning: After breakfast, drive to Porbandar.
Afternoon: Check into Hotel Sea View or The Lords Inn.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal at the hotel.
Evening: Visit (Gandhi's birthplace) and .
Dinner: Dine at The Grand Thakar.
Overnight: Stay in Porbandar.

Day 7: Porbandar to Rajkot (Approx. 180 km, 4 hours)

Morning: After breakfast, start your journey back to Rajkot.
Afternoon: Check into your hotel in Rajkot.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal at the hotel.
Evening: Visit for a relaxing evening.
Dinner: Celebrate your trip with a nice dinner at The Imperial Palace.
Overnight: Stay in Rajkot.

Departure

Morning: Depending on your flight/train schedule, you can do some last-minute shopping or visit any missed attractions in Rajkot before heading home.

This itinerary balances religious sites, wildlife experiences, and cultural exploration, all while ensuring you have comfortable stays at quality hotels. Enjoy your trip to Saurashtra! If you have any specific interests or adjustments, feel free to let me know!