Duration: 3-4 Days
Grade: Moderate
Distance: 120 km
Best Time: September to March
State: Somnath-Gujarat, Diu- Union territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
Route: Somnath – Kadvar – Sutrapada – Dhamlej – Mul Dwarka – Diu
This route is more popular among residents of Gujarat state, and it is offering breathtaking view of the sea that runs along the path. The easiest way for cycling tour from Somnath to Diu is NH51, which runs via Veraval-Prashnavada-Kodinar Road. While cycling on this route you may get a feel of immersing into nature, because most of its path is dotted with coconut trees which are serving as home for migratory birds. On the route, you can also watch unseen palm trees, which is called by Hokka trees.
Cycling tour begins at Somnath is the holy town and it houses the one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva and ends in Diu, which is popular for its sandy beaches. This route offering more scenic landscape has its other face as more rough and tough. If you want to get refreshment, you can make a visit to the Gir National Park, which is home to majestic Asiatic lions. Diu is a coastal town in Diu district in the union territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, India. This town is featured with ancient Portuguese citadel, baroque style churches, forts and lighthouses.
Journey from Somnath to Diu gives a great chance to experience the culture and tradition of India. The wind and the sea accompany with you till the end of the journey.