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Hyderabad → Tiruthani → Kanchipuram → Vellore → Tiruvannamalai → Kanipakam → Tirupati & Tirumala — 5‑Day Pilgrimage (Start Sun evening, Return Sat morning)

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Day 1: Tiruthani & Kanchi

Tiruthani / Kanchipuram, India on September 15, 2025

6:00am

Tiruthani Murugan Temple (early darshan)

Famous hill Murugan temple; best done early morning. Typical temple timings: ~5:00am–12:00pm and 5:00pm–8:30pm — check day-of for festival variations.
INR0, 1h30m

7:30am

Breakfast — Saravana Bhavan / local idli shop

Classic South Indian breakfast (idli, dosa, filter coffee) near the temple — quick, clean and replenishing after morning climb.
INR200, 45m

9:15am

Drive to Kanchipuram

Approx 1.5–2 hours drive (about 70–90 km). Smooth highway; plan water/bathroom stop en route.
INR1500, 2h

11:30am

Ekambareswarar Temple visit

One of Kanchipuram’s major Shiva shrines; open usually 6:00am–12:00pm & 4:00pm–8:30pm. Explore the prakaram and ancient mandapams.
INR0, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch — Sree Saravana Bhavan (Kanchipuram)

Reliable vegetarian chain with South Indian thali and dosas — good hygiene and consistent taste near the temple area.
INR300, 1h

2:30pm

Kamakshi Amman / Varadharaja Perumal Temple

Visit the main Shakti and Vaishnava shrines in Kanchipuram; typical temple timings same as above — allow time for darshan and local silk bazaar nearby.
INR0, 1h15m

5:00pm

Drive to Vellore (overnight)

Drive approx 2–2.5 hours to Vellore for hotel check-in and an easier next-day start.
INR1200, 2h30m

8:00pm

Dinner — Adyar Ananda Bhavan (A2B) or local veg restaurant, Vellore

Comfortable evening meal with a variety of vegetarian South Indian & North Indian options; many outlets open late.
INR400, 1h

Day 2: Vellore & Tiruvannamalai

Vellore / Tiruvannamalai, India on September 16, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel / A2B

Start with a hearty South Indian breakfast to fuel a sight-filled day.
INR250, 45m

8:00am

Vellore Fort & Jalakandeswarar Temple

Historic fort complex with a beautiful Shiva temple; fort museum (if open) is typically 10:00am–5:00pm — check for closures on Mondays.
INR50, 2h

11:00am

Sripuram (Golden Temple) visit

Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple (Sripuram) — serene spiritual park and gilded temple; common hours ~8:00am–8:00pm but subject to change; allocate time for the walk through the spiritual path.
INR0, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch near Sripuram

Vegetarian lunch at a nearby restaurant — simple South Indian meals suited for the temple area.
INR300, 1h

3:30pm

Drive to Tiruvannamalai (Arunachala)

Approx 2–3 hour drive depending on traffic (about 100–120 km). Aim to reach before evening aarti at Arunachaleswarar Temple.
INR1500, 2h30m

6:30pm

Arunachaleswarar Temple — evening darshan & aarti

One of the great Shiva temples of Tamil Nadu; temple timings commonly ~5:30am–11:30am & 4:00pm–9:00pm. Evening aarti is atmospheric.
INR0, 1h

8:30pm

Dinner — Local vegetarian restaurant (Tiruvannamalai)

Choose a local clean eatery (many pure veg options) and rest for the night. If you're up for it, the Girivalam (full-circumambulation) can be done at night.
INR350, 1h

9:30pm

Optional — Girivalam (circumambulation)

The 14 km walk around Arunachala is spiritual and often done at night or early morning; plan with water and comfortable shoes — always open (no strict hours).
INR0, 2h30m

Day 3: Arunachala → Kanipakam → Tirupati

Tiruvannamalai / Kanipakam / Tirupati, India on September 17, 2025

5:30am

Optional sunrise at Arunachala / short pradakshina

Early morning at the hill is peaceful for meditation or a short climb to vantage points; weather is pleasant early on.
INR0, 1h30m

8:00am

Breakfast & check-out

Breakfast at your hotel; prepare for a longer driving day toward Chittoor/Kanipakam and Tirupati.
INR250, 45m

9:30am

Drive to Kanipakam Vinayaka Temple

Drive approx 3.5–4 hours (around 150–170 km) — Kanipakam is famous for self-manifested Ganesha idol and is en route to Tirupati from Tiruvannamalai.
INR1800, 4h

2:00pm

Kanipakam Vinayaka Temple visit

Temple timings generally ~6:00am–9:00pm; famous for continuous abhisheka and prasadam — a focused darshan here is meaningful and not time-consuming.
INR0, 1h

3:15pm

Lunch near Kanipakam

Simple vegetarian thali or idli/dosa options near the temple before the short drive to Tirupati.
INR250, 1h

4:30pm

Drive to Tirupati (short)

About 45–60 minutes to Tirupati city; check into hotel and freshen up.
INR500, 1h

6:30pm

Explore Tirupati town / local temples

Visit local temples, do small shopping for prasadam/silk and prepare for Tirumala darshan next day — many shops close by 8:00–9:00pm.
INR0, 1h30m

8:00pm

Dinner — Popular Tirupati restaurant

Try a well-rated veg restaurant near your hotel (many good options such as local thali or multi-cuisine).
INR400, 1h

Day 4: Tirumala Darshan

Tirupati / Tirumala, India on September 18, 2025

4:00am

Early drive / bus to Tirumala

Start early to reach Tirumala before peak darshan times; road takes about 40–90 minutes depending on traffic and vehicle type. Consider pre-booked taxi or TTD bus.
INR200, 1h30m

6:00am

Darshan — Sri Venkateswara (Tirumala)

Tirumala timings and darshan slots vary; pre-book TTD darshan (free/general or paid special) well in advance. Free/normal darshan may involve long queues; special entry has a fee and shorter wait.
INR300, 3h

9:30am

Breakfast — Tirumala canteens / annadanam

Many clean canteens and free annadanam services operate; you can also try prasadam laddoo (timings vary).
INR150, 45m

11:00am

Visit Akasa Ganga, Papavinasam & nearby sights

Short visits to temple-related holy spots in Tirumala — good for photography and quiet moments.
INR0, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch — Tirumala / Tirupati

Return to Tirupati town for lunch if preferred; try a local vegetarian speciality restaurant for a proper midday meal.
INR350, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Alamelu Mangapuram (Sri Padmavathi) in Tiruchanur

Dedicated consort temple of Lord Venkateswara; open generally early morning to evening — half-day visit combined with shopping for silk and souvenirs.
INR0, 1h

6:00pm

Evening rest & preparations for return journey

Finalize bookings for overnight travel to Hyderabad (train/bus/driver). If planning to leave Friday night, tonight is for rest and last-minute shopping.
INR0, 2h

8:00pm

Dinner — Tirupati (hotel or good local restaurant)

Enjoy a final wholesome meal; non-veg is available in the town, but many prefer vegetarian near pilgrim areas.
INR400, 1h

Day 5: Tirupati → Return

Tirupati → Hyderabad, India on September 19, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast & morning puja / shopping

Leisurely breakfast and final shopping for laddoos, prasadam and silk. Hotels offer breakfast from ~7:00am onward.
INR250, 1h

9:30am

Short visit / darshan re-check (optional)

If desired, do a short darshan at local temples or visit additional local shrines before leaving town.
INR0, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch — Local restaurant

Have a relaxed lunch and prepare bags for overnight journey back to Hyderabad. Keep water and chargers handy.
INR350, 1h

4:00pm

Rest & checkout

Relax at the hotel, charge devices, confirm vehicle/train details for overnight travel — aim to depart in late evening to reach Hyderabad by Saturday morning.
INR0, 3h

9:00pm

Depart Tirupati by overnight AC Volvo / Train / Private car

Book an overnight AC Volvo or train (sleeper/AC) or hire a night-driver; typical travel time to Hyderabad is ~8–11 hours depending on vehicle and stops — plan to arrive early Saturday morning.
INR1500, 10h

6:00am

Arrive Hyderabad (Saturday morning)

Estimated arrival time in Hyderabad early Saturday morning; trip complete. Rest at home or hotel as required.
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