The beautiful Jain temples situated across the state of Gujarat have been attracting one and all since many years. The sheer number of temples located are one of the reasons why many people rue the inability to see all of them. Planning for such a tour is an taxing exercise, one which not many are able to do. However, with the Jain pilgrimage package offered by Indian Temple tours, you can not only cover all the places but enjoy all the sights that behold these spiritual marvels.Starting from Rajkot, we go on to Junagadh to marvel at the jain temples situated there. The next morning begins with the mission to cover the 900 temples situated Girnarji Taleti. The trip then reaches Palitana where you can behold the Shri Digambar Jain Siddha Kshetra Shatrunjaya Giri and the Hindu temple of Khodiyar Mata. From there, you return to Ahmedabad and that’s where the second leg starts Patan and Palanpur. From there, we move on to Ambaji temples which is one of the 51 Shakti peethas located in Mount Abu and then move on to Udaipur. From here we visit Ranakpur Ji, one of the holiest Jain shrines and then to Nakodaji and finally cap off the tour at Jodhpur to complete a fulfilling journey not just for your body but also your soul.
Bhavnagar:
Bhavnagar is a city in the Bhavnagar district of the Saurashtra region of Gujarat, a state of India. Bhavnagar is an important center for the diamond cutting and polishing industry in Gujarat as well as India.
Palitana:
Pālītāṇā is a town in Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India. It is located 50 km southwest of Bhavnagar city and is a major pilgrimage centre for Jains. It is first of the two vegetarian cities in the world.The Palitana temples and whole mountain are considered the most sacred pilgrimage place (tirtha) by the Jain community, and is the world's largest Temple Complex. There are more than 3000 temples located on the Shatrunjaya hills, exquisitely carved in marble.
Dwarka:
Dwarka is an ancient city in the northwestern Indian state of Gujarat. It’s known as a Hindu pilgrimage site. The ancient Dwarkadhish Temple has an elaborately tiered main shrine, a carved entrance and a black-marble idol of Lord Krishna. Dwarka Beach and nearby Dwarka Lighthouse offer views of the Arabian Sea. Southeast, Gaga Wildlife Sanctuary protects migratory birds and endangered species like the Indian wolf.
Somnath:
The Somnath temple (also known as the Deo Patan) located in Veraval in Saurashtra on the western coast of Gujarat, India is believed to be the first among the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. ... It is an important pilgrimage and tourist spot of Gujarat.
TOUR DESTINATION-:
Delhi - Bhavnagar - Palitana - Gondal - Somnath - Porbandar - Dwarka - Jamnagar - Delhi
TRAVEL DURATION-:6 Nights & 7 Days
ITINERARY
Day 1:DELHI – BHAVNAGAR
Arrival at Bhavnagar. Upon arrival, you will be met by our representative who will get you transferred to your hotel. Check in, relax for a while and then leave for city sightseeing which will give you a tour of Takhteshwar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, Gandhi Smriti, Barton Library and Museum. Return to the hotel for the night.
Day 2:BHAVNAGAR – PALITANA(480KM/9Hrs.)
Have breakfast at the hotel, the drive down to Palitana. Reach there and check into the hotel. We will now go visit the famous Jain Temples of Palitana and also undertake a trek to Mount Shatrunjaya which is at a distance of approximately 600 kms. At this Mount you can visit the other minor temples and museums. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 3:PALITANA – GONDAL
Leave for Gondal in the morning and check into the hotel upon arrival. In Gondal, see the Naulakha Palace and a collection of vintage cars. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 4: GONDAL – SOMNATH
Right after breakfast, we will be sightseeing around Gondal which will include a visit to the Swaminarayan Temple and Bhuvneshvary Ayurvedic Library. We will drive to Somnath in the afternoon, reach there and check into the hotel. Visit the Somnath Temple and return to the hotel for the night.
Day 5: SOMNATH – PORBANDAR
Early morning, we drive to Porbandar and check into the hotel. Visit the Kirti Mandir, house and birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi and the only Sudama Temple in India. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6: PORBANDAR – DWARKA
This day, we drive to Dwarka and check into the hotel upon arrival. Explore the city by visiting places such as the Gomti River, Dwarkadish Temple, Okha Port, Nageshwar, Gopi Pond, Rukhmani Temple and Bet Dwarka Temple. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: DWARKA – JAMNAGAR – DELHI
Leave for Jamnagar airport in the morning and catch your flight to Delhi. From the Delhi airport, take your flight back home. The tour ends here.
PACKAGE INCLUDES-:
- Meeting and assistance on arrival.
- Daily fixed Menu breakfast .
- Air-conditioned Vehicle for sightseeing and excursions.
- Driver Bata, Toll tax and parking.
PACKAGE EXCLUDES-:
- Air fare / train fare.
- Coolie / porter charges.
- Camera charges.
- Donations at temples.
- Extended stay or travelling due to any reason.
- Any meals other then those specified in Tour Cost Includes.
- Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
- Any other item not specified in ‘Tour cost includes.
- Guide & Entrance fees during sightseeing.
- Note:- Tour Manager Services. (Minimum 15 Pax Required to avail tour manager Services).
- Local Pujari Arrangement,
- Professional handling and local assistance
- Payment collection
- Government taxes