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Gujarat Getaway: Dwārka & Ahmedabad

The Elderly Creator

The Elderly Creator

14 Jan 2024

Embark on a 5-day adventure to Dwārka and Ahmedabad, where ancient temples, serene beaches, and architectural wonders await. Immerse yourself in the spiritual aura of Dwārka, visiting iconic temples like Shree Dwarkadhish and Rukmini Devi Mandir. In Ahmedabad, explore the rich cultural heritage at mosques like Jama Masjid and Sidi Saiyyed, and be mesmerized by the architectural marvels of Sabarmati Ashram and Adalaj Stepwell.

Trip to Dwārka

Day 1Divine Encounters in Dwārka
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$23

Shree Dwarkadhish Temple
Landmark Hindu temple to Krishna known for its elaborate tiered main shrine and dating from 400 BC.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$8
4 - 6 min

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Swaminarayan Mandir dwarka
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$6
3 - 4 min

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Samudra Narayan Temple
Coastal temple known for its ornately carved exterior & sunset views over the Arabian Sea.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$9
Day 2Beach Bliss and Spiritual Serenity
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$12

Dwarka Beach
Set near a historic temple, this bustling beach offers boat rides, sunbathing & scenic sunset views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$4
5 - 8 min

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Sri Sri Rukminidevi Dwarkadhish Dham, ISKCON Temple
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$8
Day 3Exploring Ancient Marvels in Ahmedabad
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$32

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$ 4

Gomti Ghat Dwarka
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
5 - 6 min

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Bhadkeshwar Mahadev Temple
Peaceful Shiva temple sitting on a peninsula jutting into the ocean & popular for sunset vistas.
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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$8
5 - 6 min

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Rukmini Devi Mandir
Honouring the wife of Lord Krishna, this 12th-century temple features elaborate stone carvings.
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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$8
9 - 11 min

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Shri Nageshwar Mahadev Temple
Hindu site with a decorative pink & white facade & known for a gigantic seated statue of Lord Shiva.
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
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$9

Budget breakdown: $80 In total

Activities & Food:$74
Transport:$7

Trip to Ahmedabad

Day 1Divine Encounters in Dwārka
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$0

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$ 1

Rani Sipri Ki Masjid
16th-century stone mosque with intricately carved columns, traditional screenwork & a queen's tomb.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Jama Masjid
Iconic yellow-sandstone mosque built in 1424 by sultan Ahmed Shah I, whose tomb lies nearby.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Sidi Saiyyed Mosque
Historic mosque built in 1573, famed for latticework carved into intricate tree designs.
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Hutheesing Jain Temple
Large, 19th-century marble Jain temple with elaborate architecture featuring intricate carvings.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Beach Bliss and Spiritual Serenity
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$8

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$ 2

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
Striking Hindu temple featuring ornate interiors, domes & towers, plus multiple shrines.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Sabarmati Ashram
Site of Hindu spirituality with museum about life and work of former Indian leader, Mahatma Gandhi.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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The Adalaj Stepwell
Ancient architectural site featuring a stepwell dating to late 1400s with intricate wall carvings.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $80 In total

Activities & Food:$74
Transport:$7