Dwarka Somnath Tour Package from Mumbai

Our Dwarka Somnath Tour Package from Mumbai covers Gujarat’s two main pilgrimage towns in one 6-day trip that starts and ends in Mumbai. On this trip, you will see Dwarka, the land of Lord Krishna, and in Somnath, you get to explore the famous Somnath Temple on the Arabian Sea coast. Prices start from ₹18,500 per person on twin sharing. Call us to plan the trip for your dates.

On this trip to Dwarka and Somnath from Mumbai, you’ll visit prominent sites like Somnath Temple, Dwarkadhish Temple, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga and Bet Dwarka. The Somnath Temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, built in the Chalukya style of temple architecture. Dwarkadhish, Lord Krishna’s temple, is one of the four Char Dham sites. Hotels and meals are included, and every road transfer in Gujarat, from the first drive out of Ahmedabad to the last one back, is by car with a driver.

Tour at a Glance

What to Expect on the Dwarka Somnath Sightseeing Package

This Dwarka Somnath pilgrimage tour from Mumbai covers the main temples of Gujarat on the Saurashtra coast. You start with Dwarka, where the tour covers Dwarkadhish Temple, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Bet Dwarka and Dwarka Beach, and then continue via Porbandar to Somnath for the Somnath Temple and Bhalka Tirth. Two of the five nights are in Dwarka. That gives you a full day for Bet Dwarka and Nageshwar.

Why Mumbai Travellers Choose This Dwarka Somnath Package

For pilgrims from Mumbai, this Gujarat pilgrimage package keeps the planning simple. Here’s why:

• Starts and ends in Mumbai: travel from Mumbai to Ahmedabad and back is part of the package, so you don’t have to book the Gujarat leg separately.
• Direct train to Dwarka for independent travellers: Saurashtra Mail (22945) leaves Mumbai Central daily at 21:05 and reaches Dwarka at 13:10 the next day, in about 16 hours.
• Short flight option: direct flights run between Mumbai and Jamnagar, the nearest major airport to Dwarka, and take about 1.5 hours. From Jamnagar, Dwarka is 130 to 145 km by road.
• Strong Gujarati community in Mumbai: Many Mumbai-based pilgrims, especially from the Gujarati community, make this yatra as part of family traditions. Weekend and holiday departures are easy to plan.
• Affordable for Mumbai budgets: The package starts at ₹18,500 per person on twin sharing.

How This Tour Works: Mumbai to Ahmedabad to Gujarat Circuit

The package starts and ends in Mumbai. On Day 1 you travel from Mumbai to Ahmedabad, about 530 km away, and our representative meets you there. From Ahmedabad, the Saurashtra circuit runs by road: Dwarka first, then Porbandar and Somnath, and back to Ahmedabad. On Day 6 you return to Mumbai.

The road circuit from Ahmedabad covers approximately 1,100 to 1,200 km in total: Ahmedabad to Dwarka (~450 km), Dwarka to Somnath (~235 km), Somnath back to Ahmedabad (400 to 410 km), plus local sightseeing around Dwarka. Two of those days are long drives, so the itinerary keeps the sightseeing on those days light.

Mumbai to Dwarka Somnath Distance Chart

Here is the complete route-wise distance breakdown for planning your Dwarka Somnath trip from Mumbai:

Temple Darshan Timings

Somnath Temple Darshan Timings

Somnath Temple is open daily. General darshan is free, with no entry ticket required.

Important: Mobile phones, cameras, smartwatches and other electronic items are strictly prohibited inside Somnath Temple. This is an official rule of the Shree Somnath Trust. Free lockers are available at the main gate to deposit them before entering.

Wheelchairs and golf carts are available at the main gate for elderly and differently abled visitors.

Dwarkadhish Temple Darshan Timings

Dwarkadhish Temple (Jagat Mandir) follows two darshan sessions daily with an afternoon closure.

Aarti and ritual timings shift through the day, and the temple changes its schedule during Janmashtami, Kartik Purnima, Holi and Annakut. Confirm the day’s timings with the temple before your visit.

How to Reach Dwarka Somnath from Mumbai

By Train from Mumbai to Dwarka (Direct)

Two trains run directly from the Mumbai region to Dwarka:

Tip: Book on irctc.co.in 3 to 4 weeks ahead for winter travel. Saurashtra Mail fills up fast. A Friday night departure on Saurashtra Mail gets you to Dwarka by Saturday afternoon. If you are already in Ahmedabad, the Ahmedabad-Okha Vande Bharat Express (22925) also stops at Dwarka.

By Train from Mumbai to Somnath / Veraval

For Somnath, you can take a train to Somnath station (about 500 metres from the temple) or Veraval Junction (about 7 km away). The Saurashtra Janta Express (19217) and the Bandra Terminus-Veraval Express (19203) run daily from Bandra Terminus and take around 17 to 18 hours. From Veraval station, take a taxi or auto to the temple.

By Flight from Mumbai

To Dwarka: Fly Mumbai to Jamnagar (direct flights, about 1.5 hrs). Jamnagar Airport is 130 to 145 km from Dwarka; hire a taxi (about 2.5 to 3 hrs). Porbandar Airport, about 95 km from Dwarka, has had Mumbai flights on and off, but none were operating in September 2026.

To Somnath: Fly Mumbai to Diu (Alliance Air, about 1 hr 5 min, limited flights). Diu Airport is approximately 85 km from Somnath, and the taxi takes about 2 hrs. Rajkot Airport (about 195 km) has more flight options. Keshod Airport is the closest to Somnath (about 52 km), but its flights run only on and off.

By Road from Mumbai

Mumbai to Dwarka by road is approximately 930 to 950 km, depending on the route, via NH-48 through Vadodara, Ahmedabad and Rajkot. The drive takes 15 to 17 hours. Most travellers break the journey overnight in Ahmedabad or Rajkot. You can also take our Dwarka Somnath road trip with a private vehicle from Mumbai for a door-to-door service.

Route: Mumbai, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Jamnagar, Dwarka, Porbandar, Somnath, and back to Ahmedabad.

Best Time to Visit Dwarka and Somnath from Mumbai

• November to February is the best time for Dwarka Somnath Yatra from Mumbai. Gujarat Tourism recommends these months for Dwarka, and October to February for Somnath. The days are cool enough for long temple queues and walks along the ghats.
• Summer (April to June) gets hot and humid in Saurashtra. Plan darshan for early morning and evening, as afternoon temple visits become tiring.
• Monsoon (July to September) can make road travel slow, though the sea views at Somnath during this season are striking. The sea around Bet Dwarka and Somnath can get rough, and the Somnath light and sound show does not run in the rains.
• Janmashtami: An exceptional time to visit Dwarka, when the Dwarkadhish Temple celebrations draw huge crowds. It falls in August or September, and the next one is on 25 August 2027. Book hotels at least 2 to 3 months in advance for Janmashtami travel.
• Mahashivratri (next on 6 March 2027): Huge crowds at Somnath. Arrive a day early and book your hotel well in advance.

Cost of Somnath Dwarka Package from Mumbai

The Dwarka Somnath tour cost from Mumbai starts at ₹18,500 per person on twin sharing for the standard package. The final price depends on your hotel category choice, group size and travel dates. Namaste India Trip also offers a customisable Dwarka Somnath Jyotirlinga tour package where you can adjust the inclusions, sightseeing destinations and transportation type as per your budget.

Note: Prices shown are per person on twin-sharing basis and may vary based on travel dates, hotel availability and seasonal demand. Contact us for an exact quote for your travel dates.

Places to Visit in Somnath and Dwarka

Other than the famous Dwarkadhish and Somnath Temples, here are the places covered on this tour:

Somnath Temple

The Somnath Temple at Prabhas Patan, near Veraval, is traditionally counted as the first of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The current temple, rebuilt in the Chalukya (Maru-Gurjara) style under Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s vision, was consecrated on 11 May 1951 by India’s first President, Dr. Rajendra Prasad. Its shikhara is about 155 feet (47 metres) tall and faces the open Arabian Sea. The temple stands at a Triveni Sangam, the confluence of three rivers: Kapila, Hiran and the mythical Saraswati. One unique feature is the Baan Stambh (Arrow Pillar) on the sea wall. Its inscription says there is no land between this point and the South Pole.

Timings: 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily. Aarti at 7 AM, 12 PM and 7 PM. Light & Sound Show from 7:45 PM.

Entry: Free for general darshan.

Dwarkadhish Temple

Dwarkadhish Temple, also called Jagat Mandir, is one of the four Char Dham pilgrimage sites, dedicated to Lord Krishna as the ‘King of Dwarka.’ The five-storey temple stands on 72 pillars, and its spire is about 43 metres high. A flight of 56 steps leads up from the Gomti side, and pilgrims enter through the Swarg Dwar and leave through the Moksha Dwar. It is believed to stand on the original site of Lord Krishna’s palace. Darshan opens at 6:30 AM. The first hour is usually the quietest.

Timings: Morning 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM | Evening 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM. Closed 1 to 5 PM daily.

Bhalka Tirth

Bhalka Tirth in Somnath is a sacred site where Lord Krishna is believed to have been struck by a hunter’s arrow, the event that marked the transition from Dwapara Yuga to Kali Yuga. The site is also known as Mahaprabhuji’s Bethak.

Timings: 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Time needed: About 30 to 45 minutes

Dwarka Beach

Dwarka Beach is a quiet spot where visitors can sit by the sea, and evenings here are especially pleasant. Both tourists and locals enjoy Dwarka Beach, which is just a short walk from the Dwarkadhish Temple and the Gomti Ghat.

Timings: Open 24 hours

Time needed: 1 to 2 hours

Laxminarayan Temple and Gita Mandir

Laxminarayan Temple is near the sea in Somnath, on the bank of the Hiran river, and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi. It is modelled on the Badrinath temple. Right next to it is Gita Mandir, built in 1970, where the 18 chapters of the Bhagavad Gita are carved on 18 marble pillars.

Timings: Gita Mandir 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Time needed: Around 30 to 45 minutes

Sudama Setu (Bridge)

Sudama Setu is a footbridge over the River Gomti, named after Sudama, Lord Krishna’s childhood friend. It was opened in 2016 and gives views of the Arabian Sea, with the five Pandava wells and an old Lakshmi Narayana temple on the other side. Please note that the bridge has been closed to visitors since 2022 as a safety measure, and a renovation was approved in 2025. Check its status locally before planning your visit.

Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Temple

Nageshwar Temple, also called Nagnath Temple, is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, situated on the coastal highway between Dwarka and Bet Dwarka, about 18 km from Dwarka city. The Jyotirlinga is enshrined in an underground sanctum (garbhagriha). The 25-metre (82-foot) seated statue of Lord Shiva on the temple grounds is a major landmark visible from a distance. On our itinerary, this temple is covered on the same day as Bet Dwarka.

Timings: Gujarat Tourism lists it as open from dawn to dusk. Darshan hours can change, so check locally.

Distance from Dwarka: About 18 km (25 to 40 min by road)

Time needed: Around 1 hour

Bet Dwarka

Bet Dwarka is believed to be the original residential island of Lord Krishna, distinct from the main Dwarkadhish Temple on the mainland. It is located approximately 30 km from Dwarka via Okha. Since February 2024, the Sudarshan Setu, a 2.32 km cable-stayed bridge, connects Okha to the island by road. The public ferry from Okha still runs as another option. The island is encircled by sea on almost every side and has the Bet Dwarkadhish Temple and several smaller shrines.

How to reach: Drive to Okha (30 km from Dwarka), then cross the Sudarshan Setu to the island.

Temple timings: 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM, as listed by Gujarat Tourism. Plan Bet Dwarka for the morning.

Time needed: 2 to 3 hours including the drive

Rukmini Devi Temple

Rukmini Devi Temple, 2 to 3 km from the Dwarkadhish Temple, is dedicated to Rukmini, Lord Krishna’s principal consort. The present structure dates to around the 12th century and is known for its intricate stone carvings. According to legend, the temple stands apart from the Dwarkadhish Temple because the sage Durvasa cursed Rukmini to live separately from Lord Krishna.

Porbandar: Kirti Mandir

Porbandar, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi, lies en route between Dwarka and Somnath. Visit Kirti Mandir, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi and Kasturba Gandhi built next to the Gandhi family’s ancestral house, where Gandhi was born in 1869. The memorial is 79 feet tall, one foot for each year of his life.

Shivrajpur Beach

Shivrajpur Beach, 12 km from Dwarka on the Dwarka-Okha highway, is a Blue Flag certified beach. It is open from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and the entry fee is ₹30 per adult. You can add it on Day 3 if time permits.

Accommodation Options in Dwarka and Somnath

These are example hotels for each category. The final hotel depends on availability on your dates.

The Shree Somnath Trust also runs guest houses near the temple, which can be booked on somnath.org.

Travel Tips for Dwarka Somnath Yatra from Mumbai

Here are some tips that might come in handy:

• While visiting the temples, make sure you wear modest clothes. Avoid sleeveless tops or shorts.
• Follow all temple customs, like removing shoes before entering the shrines.
• Mobile phones and cameras are not allowed inside Somnath Temple or Dwarkadhish Temple. Deposit them at the lockers near the gates, or leave them in the car.
• Senior citizens can use the free wheelchairs and golf carts at the Somnath main gate. At Dwarkadhish, there are 56 steps to the main shrine, so go early in the morning when the queue is shorter.
• Carry cash with you, as some local vendors might not accept online payment.
• Carry a water bottle and stay hydrated. Avoid street food that could be unhygienic.
• The Dwarkadhish Temple closes between 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM daily. Plan your darshan for the morning (before 12:30 PM) or evening (after 5:00 PM).
• For the Somnath Light and Sound Show, reach the ticket counter early during October to March and festival weekends, as queues get long.
• Mobile network on Bet Dwarka island can be weak, so inform family before crossing.

Book Namaste India Trip’s Dwarka Somnath Tour Package from Mumbai

This pilgrimage brings together two of Lord Shiva’s Jyotirlingas and Dwarka, Lord Krishna’s karmabhoomi. The itinerary gives Dwarka two nights, so Bet Dwarka and Nageshwar get a full day of their own. Call us to know more about this trip.