Pancha Dwaraka Tour Package

The Panch Dwarka religious tour is a pilgrimage to the five sacred temples of Lord Krishna in Gujarat and Rajasthan: Dwarkadhish Temple (Dwarka), Bet Dwarka, Ranchhodraiji Temple (Dakor), Shrinathji Temple (Nathdwara) and Kankroli Dwarkadhish Temple. Book our Panch Dwarka tour package and visit these shrines with transport and hotels arranged.

Trip Highlights

• Darshan at all five Panch Dwarka temples: Dwarkadhish (Dwarka), Bet Dwarka, Ranchhodraiji (Dakor), Shrinathji (Nathdwara) and Dwarkadhish (Kankroli)
• Homage at Rukmini Temple
• Nageshwar Temple visit
• Somnath temple visit
• Visit Porbandar to see Tara Mandir Planetarium, Sudama Temple and Kirti Mandir, Mahatma Gandhi’s birthplace
• Visit to Junagadh and Gondal
• Lothal Harappan site and Akshardham, Gandhinagar
• Stop at Siddhpur (Matru Gaya) and darshan at Ambaji
• Mount Abu and Udaipur excursion

Our package is a 9 nights / 10 days road tour that starts and ends in Ahmedabad. Travellers from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune and other big cities reach Ahmedabad by flight or train, and our driver picks them up there. The route also covers Nageshwar and Somnath Jyotirlingas, Ambaji, Mount Abu and Udaipur. Drop us an email if you have any queries about this trip.

What Is Panch Dwarka

Panch Dwarka (also written Pancha Dwaraka) is a pilgrimage circuit of five Krishna temples, three in Gujarat and two in Rajasthan. Here are the shrines that you will visit on this Dwarka pilgrimage tour:

• Dwarkadhish Temple - This temple worships Lord Krishna as Dwarkadhish, the King of Dwarka. Its origins are ancient; the present structure dates to the 15th and 16th centuries. You’ll find here the popular black stone idol of Dwarkadhish, which is revered with Aarti sessions on a daily basis. Come here for the Mangla Aarti and Bhog Darshan. Dwarka is also one of the four Char Dham sites.
• Bet Dwarka - An island off Okha, north of Dwarka, traditionally believed to be Lord Krishna’s residence, where he lived with his family. Since 25 February 2024 you can drive there over Sudarshan Setu, the 2.32 km bridge from Okha. Ferries from Okha jetty also operate; check the last return timing locally. The island also has other temples and quiet beaches nearby.
• Ranchhodraiji Temple- Located in Dakor, about 86 km from Ahmedabad, this temple worships Lord Krishna as “the one who left the battlefield”. Inside the temple, you’ll find the black touchstone idol of Lord Krishna, about 1 metre tall, adorned with beautiful clothes and jewellery. The temple was built in 1772. Look up at its eight domes and 24 turrets; the central dome is about 27 m high.
• Shrinathji Temple - Located in Nathdwara, about 48 km north-east of Udaipur, this temple worships Lord Krishna in his Govardhan-lifting form. Darshan happens only during 8 daily Jhankis, with the doors closed in between.
• Kankroli Dwarkadhish Temple - Located on the bank of Rajsamand Lake, about 17 km from Nathdwara, this shrine is a part of every Panch Dwarka pilgrimage circuit. Like Shrinathji, it follows the Pushtimarg tradition and is built in haveli style.

Cost of Panch Dwarka Tour Package

The Panch Dwarka Tour Package price starts from INR 18,000 per person and goes up to INR 23,000per person. Namaste India Trip offers customizable tour plans, so the final quote depends on your dates, hotel category and group size.

We offer you a Panch Dwarka Darshan package with AC transport, which will help you travel to the holy shrines in utter comfort and ease. Also, on this holy trip, we'll take full care of your meals, Darshan assistance, and hotel bookings.

Book our tour plans now and avail an early bird Pancha Dwaraka pilgrimage tour discounts! Give us a call now.

Why Book Your Panch Dwarka Yatra With Namaste India Trip

Here are some reasons why you should book with us:

• 10+ years of experience in pilgrimage tours
• Darshan assistance at the Krishna temples of Gujarat and Rajasthan
• Pre-booked hotels near temples
• Customizable Panch Dwarka tour itinerary
• Experienced and Verified drivers
• Packages with meals
• 24×7 Support throughout the trip

Best Time to Visit Panch Dwarka Temples

The best time to visit Pancha Dwaraka is in the winter season - October to March. During this period, the heat subsides, giving way to the pleasant cold. In this window, you can comfortably cover your temple trips in addition to the sightseeing in nearby areas. April to June is very hot. Monsoon rain from July to September slows down driving along the Gujarat coast.

Festivals are the busiest time. Dwarka is at its fullest around Janmashtami (August or September), Nathdwara celebrates Annakut the day after Diwali, and Dakor holds large fairs on Sharad Purnima and Phagun Purnima (Holi). Expect large crowds and long darshan queues on these dates.

Where to Stay on the Panch Dwarka Trip

During your pilgrimage, you’ll be visiting places like Dwarka, Nathdwara, and Udaipur. These are sample hotels in each town. They are not guaranteed package hotels unless your quote names them.

Our package includes hotel and transport, so you can enjoy the trip without worrying about your accommodation or the transfers.

How to Reach Panch Dwarka Temples

Our tour starts and ends in Ahmedabad, which has Gujarat’s main airport and a major railway junction. If you plan the route on your own, start at Dwarka and work east. Here’s how you can reach Ahmedabad and the holy city of Dwarka:

By Air

Fly to Ahmedabad (Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport). To fly closer to Dwarka, use Porbandar (about 105 to 110 km) or Jamnagar (about 140 km, 2.5 to 3 hours by road), and check current flights before booking. Rajkot’s Hirasar Airport is about 215 km away. For Nathdwara and Kankroli, fly to Udaipur.

By Train

Reach the Dwarka Railway Station, which receives regular trains from hubs like Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Jaipur, Kolkata, etc. The temple is a short auto-rickshaw ride from the station. Train 19575/19576 runs weekly between Okha and Nathdwara via Dwarka; confirm its current day and timing on IRCTC. Nathdwara station is about 12 km from the town.

Panch Dwarka Temple Route and Approximate Road Distances

Once you reach Dwarka, a private car is the most practical way to connect the five temples. At a comfortable pace, this temple-only route takes about 5 to 6 days. Our 10-day package takes a different order so it can include Somnath, Ambaji, Mount Abu and Udaipur. Drive times below exclude meal, fuel and darshan stops.

1. Start your trip with the Dwarkadhish Temple. It’s the westernmost temple and provides easy connectivity to the other temples.
2. Now, proceed to Bet Dwarka. Drive to Okha (about 30 km, 45 minutes to 1 hour) and cross Sudarshan Setu to the island, or take the short ferry ride from Okha jetty.
3. The third temple on the list is the Ranchhodraiji Temple. For this, go to Dakor - a journey of about 530 km. Allow 10 to 11 hours of driving. Here’s the route map from Dwarka to Ranchhodraiji Temple: Dwarka → Jamnagar → Rajkot → Ahmedabad → Dakor
4. Now, reach Nathdwara. This would be about 300 km, roughly 6 to 7 hours of driving. Here’s the route map from Dakor to Shrinathji Temple: Dakor → Modasa → Shamlaji → Udaipur → Nathdwara
5. The last temple on the Panch Dwarka Temple Tour is the Kankroli Dwarkadhish Temple. It’s located about 17 km from Nathdwara and can be reached by a 25 to 30 minute car drive.

With our package, you travel in a private AC vehicle and the driver handles the route.

Darshan Timings of Panch Dwarka Temples

Timings change on festival days. Confirm on the day of darshan.

Travel Tips for Panch Dwarka Yatra

Here is some travel advice for your trip:

• Start your tour early in the morning to avoid traffic.
• Dwarkadhish and Bet Dwarka queues are longest on weekends and holidays. Go early. Bet Dwarka temple also closes for a few hours around midday.
• At Shrinathji, check that day’s jhanki schedule before you leave. Arrive after the doors close and you may wait an hour or more.
• Carry some cash for offerings, local transport and small shops where digital payment may not work.
• Wear modest clothes for your Panch Dwarka temple trip! Make sure your knees and shoulders are covered.
• During your travel, keep yourself hydrated and energised. Keep a water bottle with you and a few sachets of ORS.
• Do not engage in photography inside the temples. Mobile phones are not allowed inside Dwarkadhish Temple or Shrinathji Temple, and the Somnath Trust also bans phones inside Somnath Temple, with free lockers near the cloak room. Check the entrance rules before joining any queue.