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7-Day Itinerary: Mumbai to Tirupati, Vellore Mahalakshmi, Chennai Marina Beach, Srikalahasti, Kolhapur

  1. Day 1: Tirupati
    15 minutes (8.2 km) from Tirupati Airport

    At morning, visit the Tirumala Temple, a popular pilgrimage site for Hindus. In the afternoon, visit the Regional Science Center to learn about space, science, and technology. In the evening, take a walk in the beautiful Deer Park and spot some deer.

  2. Day 2: Vellore Mahalakshmi
    1 hour 21 minutes (106 km) from Tirupati

    Spend the morning visiting the Vellore Fort and Museum, a 16th-century fort with a temple and museum. In the afternoon, visit the Jalakandeswarar Temple, a Shiva temple in the Dravidian style of architecture. In the evening, explore the Vainu Bappu Observatory, which has a 93-inch telescope for stargazing.

  3. Day 3: Chennai Marina Beach
    2 hours 25 minutes (142 km) from Vellore Mahalakshmi

    Start the day with a walk along the famous Marina Beach, the longest urban beach in India. In the afternoon, visit the Fort St. George Museum, which tells the story of Chennai's colonial history. In the evening, visit the Kapaleeswarar Temple, a popular Hindu temple with a towering gopuram.

  4. Day 4: Srikalahasti
    2 hours 16 minutes (118 km) from Chennai Marina Beach

    Spend the morning visiting the Sri Kalahasti Temple, an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the afternoon, visit the Bhakta Kannappa Temple, which is dedicated to a devotee of Lord Shiva. In the evening, take a stroll in the nearby Sri Venugopala Swamy Temple.

  5. Day 5: Kolhapur
    9 hours (632 km) from Srikalahasti

    Visit the New Palace, a beautiful palace built in the 19th century. In the afternoon, visit the Mahalaxmi Temple, a popular Hindu temple dedicated to goddess Mahalaxmi. In the evening, take a walk in the Rankala Lake and enjoy the sunset.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Belum Caves, a series of underground caves with stalactites and stalagmites, on your way to Chennai. You can also take a day trip to Mahabalipuram, a historic town with ancient temples and monuments. To maximize your fun, try some local street food and shop for souvenirs in each location.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Tirumala Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Regional Science Center (2 hours, 100 INR)
  • Deer Park (1 hour, free)
  • Vellore Fort and Museum (2 hours, 100 INR)
  • Jalakandeswarar Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Vainu Bappu Observatory (2 hours, 50 INR)
  • Marina Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Fort St. George Museum (2 hours, 100 INR)
  • Kapaleeswarar Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Sri Kalahasti Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Bhakta Kannappa Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Sri Venugopala Swamy Temple (1 hour, free)
  • New Palace (1 hour, 100 INR)
  • Mahalaxmi Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Rankala Lake (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 550 INR

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