Two Days in Udupi Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Sri Krishna Temple
    5 minutes (0.4 km) from Udupi Railway Station

    Sri Krishna Temple is one of the famous pilgrimage sites in Udupi and attracts thousands of visitors every year. The temple houses the idol of Lord Krishna, and the legends say that the statue of Lord Krishna covered by a Gopuram to avoid anyone seeing it. You can witness the daily poojas and rituals performed here. Do not miss the Annadanam Seva, where hundreds of people serve lunch every day.

  2. Day 1: Malpe Beach
    15 minutes (6.4 km) from Sri Krishna Temple

    Malpe Beach is one of the cleanest beaches in India and is an ideal destination for water sports. You can enjoy Jet Ski, Speedboat rides, and witness the Sunset

  3. Day 2: St. Mary's Island
    30 minutes (13.4 km) from Malpe Beach

    St. Mary's Island, also known as Coconut Island, is a beautiful small island formed by basaltic lava. The island is renowned for its distinctive hexagonal basaltic columns and crystal clear waters. You can reach the island via a ferry ride, and spend few hours in the exotic views of the island. Exploring the island is not recommended due to safety reasons.

  4. Day 2: Anegudde Vinayaka Temple
    30 minutes (21.7 km) from St. Mary's Island

    Anegudde Vinayaka Temple is an ancient and famous temple devoted to Lord Ganesha. It is believed that the temple was initially built during the 10th - 11th century by the Alupas, and later it was rebuilt and renovated. Visit the temple to witness the exquisite architecture and offer prayers to Lord Ganesha.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Sri Krishna Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Malpe Beach (3 hours, Jet Ski - INR 1000, Speedboat - INR 1500)
  • St. Mary's Island (4 hours, Ferry ride - INR 150)
  • Anegudde Vinayaka Temple (1.5 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs - INR 2650

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Udupi Sri Krishna Matha, renowned for its unique style of worshipping Lord Krishna. For adventure lovers, there is always the option to trek to the Kodachadri hills. On the other hand, if you have less time, consider visiting only the Sri Krishna Temple and Malpe Beach.

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