Rajkot to Diu Temple, Lion Safari & Beach Tour in Gujarat
Why we love it?
The Rajkot to Diu Temple, Lion Safari & Beach Tour in Gujarat is an 8-day journey that combines cultural exploration with wildlife and coastal relaxation. This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a mix of spiritual experiences, such as visiting the famous temples of Dwarka and Somnath, alongside the opportunity to enjoy the serene beaches of Diu. A distinctive feature of this experience is the inclusion of a lion safari, allowing participants to observe these majestic animals in their natural habitat. With comfortable accommodations and meals provided, this tour caters to both adventure seekers and those looking to unwind by the sea.
Inclusions
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Assistance on arrival at the airport.
- 7 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
- Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
- 1 Time jeep safari in Sasan Gir National Parks with a forest department naturalist.
- NOTE: Jeep safaris are subject to availability and once booked, they cannot be amended or canceled.
- Bottled drinking water in the car.
- Government taxes.
Exclusions
- Any flight ticket.
- Camera charges at monuments if any.
- Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
- Gratuities and optional activities.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Itinerary
Day 1 Day 1
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Activity
Arrive Rajkot
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Activity
On arrival at Rajkot airport assistance & transfer to hotel.
Later visit Jubilee Garden which house monuments of colonial time including MG High School, Kaba Gandhi No Delo, Rashtriya Shala, Watson Museum, Lang Library, and Rotary Midtown Library. -
Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 2 Day 2
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Activity
Rajkot - Dwarka (225kms/ 4hrs approx)
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Activity
Drive to Dwarka check in at hotel. Later visit Dwarkadhish temple dedicated to the god Krishna. Nageshwar Temple one of the 12 jyothirlingas. Rest time free to relax on the beach.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 3 Drive to Somnath
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Activity
Dwarka - Porbandar - Somnath (230kms/ 5hrs approx)
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enroute visit Porbandar the birth place of Mahatma Gandhi. Continue drive to Somnath and check in at hotel. Later visit Somnath Temple, Paanch Pandav Caves & Sun Mandir.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 4 Drive to Sasan Gir National Park
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Activity
Somnath - Sasan Gir National Park (45kms/ 1hrs approx)
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and check in at resort. Gypsy safari in Gir Wildlife Sanctuary the only place in the world, outside Africa, where the lion can be seen in its natural habitat. Gir is also one of the finest bird sanctuaries.
SAFARI IN SASAN GIR NATIONAL PARK REMAIN SUSPENDED FROM JUNE TILL SEPTEMBER DUE TO MONSOON.
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Activity
overnight at resort.
Day 5 Morning Jeep safari in National Park
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Activity
Sasan Gir National Park - Excursion to Junagarh (60kms/ 1hrs approx one way)
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Later excursion to visit Junagadh an ancient fortified city at the foot of the temple-studded Girnar Hill where Ashoka inscribed 14 edicts on a huge boulder. Drive back to Sasan Gir.
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Activity
overnight at resort.
Day 6 Day 6
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Activity
Sasan Gir - Diu (100kms/ 2hrs approx)
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Activity
Drive to Diu check in at hotel. Later visit Diu Fort a large and imposing structure situated on the coast of the island. Also visit old town which has old mansions belonging to rich Portuguese and Indian merchants. Rest time free to relax on the beach.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 7 Breakfast at hotel
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Activity
Diu
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Day free and easy to relax on the beach and personal activities.
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Activity
Overnight at hotel.
Day 8 Breakfast at hotel
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Activity
Diu - Departure (flight)
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As per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.
Please Note
- Stroller or pram accessible
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not suitable for pets
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Hotels used or similar
- Rajkot x 1 night
- 3* - The Fern Residency/ Marasa Sarovar Portico
- 4*/5* - Fortune Park JPS Grand/ Regency Lagoon Resort and Convention
- Dwarka x 1 nights
- 3* - Dwarkadhish Lords Eco Inn/ VITS Devbhumi
- 4* - The Fern Sattva Resort
- 5* - Vivanta by Taj
- Somnath x 1 night
- 3*/4*/5* - The Fern Residency/ The FerLords Inn
- Sasan Gir x 2 night
- 3*/4* - The Fern Gir Forest Resort/ Lion Safari Camp
- 5* - Woods at Sasan/ The Gateway Hotel Gir Forest
- Diu x 1 night
- 3* - Krishna Beach Resorts/ Kostamar Beach Resort
- 4*/5* - Radhika Beach Resort/ Azzaro Resorts & Ganga Spa
- We provide pickup from all hotel/Airport in Rajkot
Know Before You Go
- Infant seats available
- Public transportation nearby
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 2 days before start
Non-refundable after 2 days before start
