Tirupati, Kanyakumari and Rameshwaram 8-Day Family Friendly Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Lord Venkateswara Temple
    25 minutes (15 km) from Tirupati Airport

    Visit one of the largest temple complexes in the world and admire the intricate carvings and architecture. Arrive early to avoid crowds.

  2. Day 2: Thirumala Natural Park
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    1 hour 15 minutes (48 km) from Lord Venkateswara Temple

    Explore the biodiversity of the Eastern Ghats with beautiful waterfalls, diverse flora and fauna and panoramic views of the mountain range.

  3. Day 3: Vivekananda Rock Memorial
    15 minutes by ferry from Kanyakumari Beach

    Pay tribute to Swami Vivekananda and enjoy scenic views of the Indian Ocean from the iconic rock memorial. Plan visit during day light as ferry services are available till 4PM.

  4. Day 4: Kanyakumari Beach
    15 minutes (1.5 km) from Vivekananda Rock Memorial

    Relax on the southernmost tip of India with clear waters and spectacular sunrises or sunsets. Enjoy street food and shopping on the promenade.

  5. Day 5: Pamban Bridge
    2 hour 55 minutes (160 km) from Kanyakumari Beach

    Walk on the historic and iconic cantilever bridge, Pamban bridge and witness the beautiful views of Palk Strait connecting Pamban Island with India. The right time to visit the bridge is in between around sunrise or sunset to avoid traffic.

  6. Day 6: Ramanathaswamy Temple
    15 minutes (4.4 km) from Pamban Bridge

    Visit the architectural masterpiece featuring the longest temple corridor in India. Take a dip in the 22 sacred wells and have an authentic South Indian meal nearby.

  7. Day 7: Dhanushkodi
    30 minutes (19 km) from Ramanathaswamy Temple

    Discover the stunning ghost town of Dhanushkodi with eerie ruins, deserted beaches with Bay of Bengal on one side and the Indian Ocean on the other. Get a glimpse of the historical cyclone of 1964 that wiped out the town.

  8. Day 8: Kurusudai Island
    2 hours 40 minutes (157 km) from Dhanushkodi

    Take a boat from Mandapam towards this world-famous marine national park known for its variety of endangered species of marine life and the ‘living fossil’ fish of the Mesozoic era, sea cow. Group snorkeling activities are available in the park.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Lord Venkateswara Temple (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Thirumala Natural Park (3-4 hours, INR 30 per adult)
  • Vivekananda Rock Memorial (1-2 hours, INR 10 per adult + ferry cost INR 103 per person).
  • Kanyakumari Beach (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Pamban Bridge (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Ramanathaswamy Temple (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Dhanushkodi (2-3 hours, Guide fee INR 1000)
  • Kurusudai Island (4-5 hours, Boat cost INR 375 and park entry fee INR 25 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1700 per person.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, take a detour to Pondicherry to enjoy the French heritage and picturesque beaches. If you have less time, skip Thirumala National Park or Kurusudai Island. Keep an eye on the closing times of each site and plan your itinerary accordingly.

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