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🗺️ 5-Day Gujarat Itinerary: Kutumba Yatra of Spirit, Safari & Unity

🦁 Day 1: Gir National Park – Into the Wild

📍 Location: Sasan Gir, near Junagadh
🕒 Safari Timings:

  • Morning: 6:00–9:00 AM or 9:00–12:00 PM
  • Evening: 3:00–6:00 PM
    💰 Fees:
  • ₹4500–₹4800 per jeep (up to 6 persons)
  • Entry: ₹75 (Indian), ₹100 (foreigners)
    🍽️ Food Stop:
  • Flavours of Forest (pure veg)
  • Gir Kathiyawadi Restaurant (local thali)
    🧘 Tips:
  • Book safari online at Gir Lion Permit Portal
  • Carry ID proof, water, and hats
  • Choose Devaliya Safari for senior-friendly experience

🕉️ Day 2: Somnath Temple – Jyotirlinga by the Sea

📍 Location: Prabhas Patan, near Veraval
🕒 Temple Timings: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

  • Aarti: 7:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 7:00 PM
  • Light & Sound Show: 8:00–9:00 PM
    💰 Fees: Free entry
    🍽️ Food Stop:
  • Lilavati Atithi Bhavan (temple guesthouse dining)
  • Somnath Bhojanalaya (simple veg meals)
    🧘 Tips:
  • Wheelchairs and golf carts available for elders
  • No mobiles or electronics allowed inside
  • Book temple guesthouse rooms via Somnath.org

🛕 Day 3: Dwarka – Krishna’s Eternal Kingdom

📍 Location: Dwarka, Devbhoomi Dwarka district
🕒 Temple Timings:

  • Morning: 6:30 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Evening: 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    💰 Fees: Free entry
    🍽️ Food Stop:
  • Dwarka Bhojanalaya (temple prasad meal ₹30)
  • Hotel Meera (veg thali)
    🧘 Tips:
  • Visit Gomti Ghat for holy dip
  • Use cloakroom for mobiles and bags
  • Book darshan slots early during peak season

🗿 Day 4: Statue of Unity – Pride of the Nation

📍 Location: Kevadia, Narmada district
🕒 Timings: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays)
💰 Fees:

  • Basic Entry: ₹150 (adult), ₹90 (child)
  • Viewing Gallery: ₹350 (adult), ₹200 (child)
  • Express Ticket: ₹1000
    🍽️ Food Stop:
  • Ekta Food Court – Gujarati, Punjabi, Subway, Domino’s
    🧘 Tips:
  • Wear comfortable shoes—lots of walking
  • Use escalators and travelators for elders
  • Book tickets at Statue of Unity Tickets

🕊️ Day 5: Sabarmati Ashram – Gandhi’s Quiet Flame

📍 Location: Ahmedabad
🕒 Timings: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
💰 Fees: Free entry
🍽️ Food Stop:

  • Ashram Café (light meals)
  • Agashiye (heritage rooftop dining nearby)
    🧘 Tips:
  • Visit Hridaya Kunj, Gandhi Museum, and Smarak Sangrahalaya
  • Photography allowed for personal use
  • Respect silence and dress modestly

🧣 General Travel Tips for Kutumba Yatra

  • 🩺 Carry medical records and prescribed meds for elders.
  • 🧢 Use hats, sunglasses, and light cotton clothing
  • 📱 Save emergency contacts and hospital addresses
  • 🚐 Hire a private vehicle for comfort and flexibility
  • 🛏️ Book senior-friendly hotels with elevator access and in-house dining
  • 🧘 Plan early evenings and avoid long walks or crowded places
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