Gujarat Tour Packages from GoldBox Holidays cover India's western coastal state, home to Lord Krishna's Dwarka, the Somnath Jyotirlinga by the sea and the early life of Mahatma Gandhi. Most of the famous temples are in Saurashtra, the wide peninsula on the Arabian Sea. The cities of Ahmedabad and Vadodara add old monuments, palaces and well-loved vegetarian food. There is one package in this category right now: an 8-day train tour from Hyderabad that follows the main Saurashtra circuit.
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This tour pairs two large cities with the great temple towns of the coast.
- Sundar Saurashtra Tour Package with Vadodara-Ahmedabad-Rajkot-Dwarka-Somnath from Hyderabad by Train - 8 days and 7 nights by train from Hyderabad. Suits pilgrims, retired couples and families who want temples and city sights in one trip.
Places you will visit
The package name lists five stops. The detailed day plan is on the package page.
- Vadodara - the old Gaekwad capital, known for the Laxmi Vilas Palace.
- Ahmedabad - Sabarmati Ashram, where Gandhi lived for many years, the old walled city and the carved Adalaj stepwell on the outskirts.
- Rajkot - the Saurashtra city where Gandhi spent his school years. His family home, Kaba Gandhi No Delo, is now a museum.
- Dwarka - the Dwarkadhish temple, one of the Char Dham. Nearby are the Nageshwar Jyotirlinga and Bet Dwarka island.
- Somnath - the first of the twelve Jyotirlingas, right on the shore, with an evening light and sound show.
Best time to go
October to March is the most comfortable time. Days are warm but pleasant and the coast is breezy. April to June is very hot across Saurashtra. The monsoon, from late June to September, is short but can bring heavy rain on the coast. Janmashtami in August or September brings huge crowds to Dwarka, and Maha Shivaratri is the busiest day at Somnath. Book well ahead if your dates match these festivals.
How to choose the right package
Gujarat is more than 1,000 km from Hyderabad, so a train tour keeps costs down while you sleep through the long legs. That is why this tour runs for 8 days. Pilgrims get both Dwarka and Somnath, and families also see palaces and museums. Elders should expect long road stretches between Rajkot, Dwarka and Somnath, which are a few hours apart. For more train trips from Hyderabad, see our Shirdi, Nashik, Trimbakeshwar & Aurangabad Tour Packages and Kashi-Varanasi-Prayagraj-Ayodhya Tour Packages.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Dwarka from Somnath?
Roughly 230 to 240 km by road, a drive of 4 to 5 hours. It is best to spend at least one night in each town.
What is Bet Dwarka?
It is an island off the coast near Dwarka, linked with the life of Lord Krishna. The Sudarshan Setu bridge, opened in 2024, now lets visitors reach it by road instead of by boat.
Is this Gujarat tour good for senior citizens?
Yes, for elders who can manage long journeys. The train part is comfortable, but road stretches in Saurashtra can be tiring. Pack light cotton clothes, a water bottle and any regular medicines.