From Hyderabad to Gokarna and Murdeshwar through Railways

1. Day 1: Gokarna Beaches
   11-hour train ride from Hyderabad to Gokarna

   Explore some of the best beaches in Gokarna, such as Kudle Beach, Om Beach and Half Moon Beach and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Arabian sea. Take a lazy walk on the beach to relax and rejuvenate.

2. Day 2: Mahabaleshwara Temple, Gokarna
   40 minutes (5.7 km) from Gokarna Beaches

   Visit the sacred temple of Lord Shiva and one of the most visited places in Gokarna. Built in the Dravidian style of architecture, the temple is known for its intricate carvings and impressive location overlooking the Arabian Sea.

3. Day 3: Yana Rocks and Vibhooti Waterfalls
   45 minutes (30 km) from Gokarna to Yana and 1 hour 40 minutes (70 km) from Yana to Vibhooti Waterfalls

   Explore the natural rock formations at Yana Rocks and trek through the dense forests to reach the hilltop. Afterwards, drive to the serene Vibhooti Waterfalls, where you can relax and enjoy the picturesque view of the waterfall.

4. Day 4: Murudeshwar Temple and Beach
   2 hours (77 km) from Vibhooti Waterfalls to Murudeshwar

   Visit the ancient Murudeshwar Temple that enshrines a huge Shiva statue and enjoy the panoramic sea view. Afterwards, relax and unwind at Murudeshwar Beach or try some water sports in the Arabian sea.

5. Day 5: Netrani Island
   1 hour (25 km) from Murudeshwar to Netrani Island

   Take a day trip to the pristine Netrani Island, also known as Pigeon Island, and enjoy water activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling and dolphin spotting.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Gokarna Beaches (Free)
• Mahabaleshwara Temple, Gokarna (1 hour, INR 250)
• Yana Rocks (2 hours, INR 500), Vibhooti Waterfalls (1 hour, INR 200)
• Murudeshwar Temple and Beach (2 hours, INR 300)
• Netrani Island (1 day, INR 3,000)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 3,250

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider spending an extra day in Gokarna and explore the numerous hidden beaches. You could also allocate an extra day in Murudeshwar to visit the Bhatkal Beach, a quiet and serene beach with natural surroundings. If you have less time, you could skip the Yana Rocks and Vibhooti Waterfalls and head directly to Murudeshwar.