Gokarna, Murudeshwara & Udupi - Family Friendly 3-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Gokarna
    2 hours, 31 minutes (93.8 km) from Goa International Airport

    Start your day by visiting the Mahabaleshwara Temple, an ancient and significant Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Afterward, head to Om Beach, a scenic beach famous for its unique Om shape. Enjoy the rest of the day basking in the sun, swimming, and practicing yoga by the beach.

  2. Day 2: Murudeshwara
    2 hours, 26 minutes (82.5 km) from Gokarna

    Begin your day by visiting the Murudeshwar Temple, an important pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is famous for the second-tallest Shiva statue in the world. Afterward, visit the Murdeshwar Beach, an aesthetically pleasing shore with small hills and palm trees all around. For the final leg of the day, check out the Murdeshwar Fort, where you can capture some stunning views of the sea and the town below.

  3. Day 3: Udupi
    1 hour, 26 minutes (61.6 km) from Murudeshwara

    Begin your day by visiting the Sri Krishna Temple, a magnificent temple dedicated to Lord Krishna. Afterward, check out the Malpe Beach, one of the most popular beaches in Udupi. For the final leg of the day, visit the St. Mary's Island, an exotic island with unique rock formations and pristine beaches.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mahabaleshwara Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Om Beach (3 hours, Free)
  • Murudeshwar Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Murudeshwar Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Murdeshwar Fort (1 hour, Free)
  • Sri Krishna Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Malpe Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • St. Mary's Island (2 hours, INR 200 for ferry per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 200 (ferry charges only)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add seeing the sunset at the Gokarna Beach, witnessing the art of weaving organic cotton at Tribal Weaves Konkan, and do some adventure sports at the Panambur Beach instead of some or all of the activities. On the other hand, if you have less time, you can skip the Malpe Beach and St. Mary's Island altogether, and spend more time exploring Gokarna and Murudeshwara.

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