Quick South-Indian breakfast (idli, dosa, filter coffee) at a reliable highway A2B outlet en route; the chain is typically open early and good for travelers.
Check into your pre-booked mid-range hotel in Vijayawada; then eat a hearty Andhra thali or biryani at a nearby recommended restaurant (hotel restaurant or popular local restaurant).
Choose a well-known local eatery in Vijayawada for Andhra-style dinner (spicy curries, rice specialties) or dine at your hotel; popular local hotels offer filling, quick meals.
Visit the famous hill-top Annavaram temple known for Satyanarayana Vratam and panoramic coastal plain views; temple darshan timings typically include early morning and afternoon windows (commonly ~4:30am–12:00pm and ~3:00pm–8:00pm), so morning arrival is good.
Have temple prasadam (simple, inexpensive and recommended) or a nearby local canteen offering Andhra meals; prasadam is often available immediately after darshan.
Dine at a recommended hotel restaurant (e.g., Dakshin at upscale hotels) or a reputable seafood/beachfront restaurant on Beach Road; Vizag has many coastal seafood options and city-style multi-cuisine choices.
Drive up to Simhachalam temple (10–20 km from central Vizag) to perform morning darshan; temple timings usually include an early morning slot (~4:30am–12:00pm) — morning is best to avoid crowds and heat.
Visit the INS Kurusura submarine museum on RK Beach (usually 9:00am–5:00pm) and optionally the Visakha Museum for local maritime and colonial history — good to schedule before lunch.
Visit Dolphin's Nose / Lighthouse viewpoint for coastal panoramas; if you want a day-trip extension, Borra Caves & Araku Valley can be planned (require a full extra day). Dolphin's Nose area and lighthouses typically accessible in afternoons.
Stop in Vijayawada for a substantial lunch; choose a recommended local restaurant or hotel buffet for a varied menu and to refresh before the last leg home.