Morning: Stroll along the golden sands of RK Beach and enjoy the sunrise, then visit the iconic INS Karnataka Submarine Museum to see a de‑commissioned submarine up close.
Afternoon: Board the scenic **Kothavalasa‑Araku** train (or hire a private car) and cruise through the Eastern Ghats, passing waterfalls and lush valleys on the way to Araku.
Evening: Check into a comfortable resort in Araku, unwind with a traditional tribal dinner, and catch the sunset from the Tribal Museum viewpoint.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the stunning stalactite formations of the Borra Caves**, then sip freshly brewed coffee at a local coffee plantation while learning about the region’s coffee heritage.
Afternoon: Wander through the beautifully landscaped Padmapuram Gardens**, and stop at the cascading Ananthagiri Waterfalls for a quick trek and photo ops.
Evening: Enjoy a relaxed dinner at the resort before heading back to Visakhapatnam by road or train, arriving late night.
Find HotelsTo extend the trip, add an extra day to explore the nearby Simhachalam Temple and the coastal town of Pulicatla for its pristine beach and lighthouse. If you need to shorten the itinerary, skip the coffee plantation and Ananthagiri Waterfalls, focusing only on the main attractions—Borra Caves and Padmapuram Gardens—to fit everything into a single full day.