Settle into Novotel Varun Beach and enjoy the hotel's full breakfast buffet (The Square) offering South Indian and continental options to start your stay. Hotel breakfast timings typically run early morning to mid-morning; confirm on arrival.
Walk the promenade outside Novotel to RK Beach and visit the INS Kurusura Submarine Museum for a hands-on look at a decommissioned submarine and local naval history; museum hours are generally daytime (approx. 9:00am–5:00pm).
Return to Novotel for a relaxed lunch at The Square or the hotel's poolside/sea-view dining — convenient and reliable for varied tastes and seafood. Hotel restaurants usually serve lunch from 12:00–3:00pm.
Take a short drive or taxi to Kailasagiri for panoramic coastal views, the ropeway and landscaped gardens; park and ropeway generally operate during daytime and into the evening (approx. 8:00am–8:00pm).
Head to the Dolphin's Nose cliff for dramatic seaside views and sunset photo opportunities — arrive before dusk for best light; site is accessible most of the day.
Dine at Novotel's The Square (or the hotel's specialty outlet) to sample fresh seafood and regional specialties in a comfortable setting; hotel dinner service typically runs into the late evening.
Leave early from Novotel for the scenic 3–4 hour drive through the Eastern Ghats or take the Vistadome train from Vizag station if pre-booked; carry light luggage and snacks from the hotel if needed.
Explore the limestone Borra Caves with spectacular stalactite and stalagmite formations — caves are typically open in daylight hours (approx. 6:00am–6:00pm).
Visit the Tribal Museum to learn about indigenous cultures, and stop at a local café for freshly roasted Araku coffee tastings — museums and cafés operate during regular day hours (9:00am–5:00pm).
Enjoy a hillside lunch with regional dishes and Araku coffee; many cafés and small restaurants serve lunch from noon onwards and are great for local flavors.
Stroll the terraced Padmapuram Gardens, try the toy train/canopy walk and visit nearby coffee plantations — gardens are generally open until late afternoon (approx. 9:00am–6:00pm).
Book an early-morning dolphin-watch from the beach near Novotel for the best chance to see pods and coastal birdlife; operators typically run trips between 6:00–8:00am depending on sea conditions.
Return to Novotel for a hearty buffet breakfast at The Square after the boat trip — generous choices and fresh juices to recharge. Buffet hours generally cover morning service.
Short drive to Rushikonda for jet-skiing, parasailing and banana-boat rides; water-sports operators usually run through the day (approx. 8:00am–5:00pm).
Have a relaxed lunch at Novotel (The Square) or a nearby beach café — ideal for seafood and light coastal dishes; lunch service usually midday to mid-afternoon.
Visit the Visakha Museum to learn about regional history and see outdoor exhibits such as old aircraft; museum hours are typically daytime (approx. 10:00am–5:00pm) so confirm ahead.
Visit the hill-top Simhachalam Temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha; darshan and temple hours are split morning and evening (commonly 5:00am–11:00am and 4:00pm–8:00pm), so time your visit accordingly.
Spend the morning on gentle trails through Kambalakonda Sanctuary for birdwatching and short treks; sanctuary access is typically available during daylight hours (approx. 6:00am–6:00pm).
Relax at VUDA Park on the beachfront for a stroll, or drive further south to the quieter Yarada Beach and cliffs for peaceful views; parks and beaches are open most of the day until evening.
Visit Thotlakonda and Bavikonda archaeological Buddhist complexes overlooking the sea to learn about the region's maritime Buddhist past; sites usually open 9:00am–5:00pm — bring sun protection.
Shop for Araku coffee, cashews, handicrafts and clothing at Jagadamba Centre and CMR Central; malls and shops generally open 10:00am–9:00pm and are great for souvenirs and gifts.
Have a nicer final full-course or buffet dinner at Novotel to cap your trip, choosing from international or local specialties offered by the hotel's kitchen.
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at Novotel; complete checkout and confirm airport/rail transfers with the concierge — hotels typically advise arriving 2 hours before domestic flights.
Pick up any remaining souvenirs (Araku coffee, cashews, handicrafts) and finish packing; most shops and malls stay open through the afternoon and evening.
Depart from Novotel to the airport or railway station allowing adequate time for traffic and security checks; confirm pickup time with hotel concierge.