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Bangalore to Udupi & Coastal Highlights 4-Day Itinerary

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Day 1: Departure & Arrival in Udupi

Morning: Depart Bangalore early by private car or KSRTC Volvo (≈6 hours). Enjoy scenic views of the Western Ghats en route.

Afternoon: Arrive in Udupi and check into a beachfront resort. Freshen up and have a leisurely lunch featuring local Udupi cuisine.

Evening: Stroll along Malpe Beach to watch the sunset and explore the nearby St. Mary’s Island viewpoint.

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Day 2: Udupi City Exploration

Morning: Visit the historic Udupi Sri Krishna Temple and savor traditional “prasadam”. Follow with a walk through the bustling Udupi Market.

Afternoon: Head to the Kavaledurga Fort for panoramic coastal vistas and a short trek. Enjoy a picnic lunch with local snacks.

Evening: Dine at a seaside shack on Ullal Beach**, sampling fresh seafood while listening to waves.

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Day 3: Nearby Gems – Manipal & St. Mary’s Island

Morning: Drive to Manipal (≈30 min). Explore the Manipal Museum of Anatomy & Pathology and the serene Mani’s Beach.

Afternoon: Take a boat from Malpe Jetty to St. Mary’s Island. Walk among granite rock formations and enjoy snorkeling in crystal‑clear waters.

Evening: Return to Udupi and relax with a sunset yoga session on Kapu Beach, followed by dinner at a rooftop restaurant.

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Day 4: Return to Bangalore

Morning: Breakfast at the resort, then a brief visit to the tranquil Sambrama Beach for a final sunrise.

Afternoon: Check‑out and begin the drive back to Bangalore, stopping at Chikmagalur for a coffee break (optional).

Evening: Arrive in Bangalore, concluding the coastal getaway.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Private car (Bangalore‑Udupi‑Bangalore, 1200 km): 12 hrs total – ₹8,000 (fuel & driver)
  • Udupi Sri Krishna Temple visit: 1 hr – Free (donations optional)
  • Kavaledurga Fort trek: 2 hrs – ₹150 entry
  • Malpe Beach & Sunset: 2 hrs – Free
  • St. Mary’s Island boat ride: 3 hrs – ₹300 per person
  • Manipal Museum: 1 hr – ₹200 per person
  • Beachside meals (average 3 meals/day): 4 days – ₹2,500 per person
  • Accommodation (3 nights, mid‑range resort): ₹5,000 per night
  • Miscellaneous (snacks, parking, tips): ₹1,000 per person
  • Total Estimated Cost (per person): ₹19,550

Tips

If you have extra time, extend the trip by a day to explore the serene Maravanthe Beach**, where the highway runs between the sea and the river. To shorten the itinerary, skip the Manipal museum and replace the boat trip with a relaxing morning at Kapu Beach, reducing travel time and costs.

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