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2-Day Itinerary: Tiruvanantapuram, Kanyakumari, Amritapuri

  1. Day 1: Tiruvanantapuram
    2 hours 30 minutes (57 miles) from Trivandrum International Airport

    In the morning, visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, one of the most famous temples in India, known for its Dravidian architecture and intricate carvings. Afterward, head to the nearby Napier Museum to see a collection of historic and artistic artifacts from Kerala. For lunch, try the local cuisine at Villa Maya. In the afternoon, explore Kovalam Beach, a stunning natural bay surrounded by coconut trees. For dinner, head to Buhari Hotel and try their famous biriyani.

  2. Day 2: Kanyakumari and Amritapuri
    2 hours 30 minutes (83 miles) from Kovalam Beach

    Get up early to watch the sunrise at Kanyakumari Beach, the southernmost tip of India. Then, visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, a monument erected in honor of Swami Vivekananda, a Hindu monk. For lunch, try the local seafood at Sea View Restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Amritapuri Ashram, a spiritual community founded by Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, also known as the Hugging Saint. End the day with dinner at the ashram's canteen, which serves delicious vegetarian food.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary, which is home to a variety of animals and birds. You may also want to take a day trip to Varkala Beach, a popular destination for surfing and sunbathing. To make the most of your trip, try to wake up early each day to catch the sunrise and avoid the hottest parts of the day.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple (1 hour, free admission)
  • Napier Museum (1 hour, ₹20)
  • Villa Maya (1.5 hours, ₹1,000 for two)
  • Kovalam Beach (2 hours, free admission)
  • Buhari Hotel (1.5 hours, ₹500 for two)
  • Kanyakumari Beach (1 hour, free admission)
  • Vivekananda Rock Memorial (1 hour, ₹50)
  • Sea View Restaurant (1.5 hours, ₹800 for two)
  • Amritapuri Ashram (1.5 hours, free admission)
  • Amritapuri Ashram Canteen (1 hour, ₹300 for two)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹2,670 for two people

Check out https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo to book your hotel and flight for your trip in June 2023.

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