Coimbatore to Udupi Mookambikai Temple Murudeswarar Itinerary for June 2023

  1. Day 1: Banasura Sagar Dam, Wayanad
    5 hours (154 miles) from Coimbatore

    Start your journey with a beautiful destination. Banasura Sagar Dam is the largest earth dam in India. The location is filled with greenery and serene surroundings, perfect for a family picnic. The view of the dam is astonishing. It is recommended to arrive early in the morning to avoid crowds and enjoy the view.

  2. Day 2: Malpe Beach, Udupi
    6 hours (225.5 miles) from Banasura Sagar Dam

    Head towards the Malpe Beach. A quiet and untouched beach, Malpe offers a subtle combination of sun, sand, and sea that is perfect for a family holiday. The budget-friendly beach offers water sports like parasailing, jet-skiing, and speed boating. Enjoy the beauty of the Arabian Sea from the beach and indulge in some mouth-watering seafood delicacies.

  3. Day 3: Udupi Sri Krishna Matha, Udupi and Murdeshwar Beach, Murudeshwar
    2 hours (44 miles) from Malpe Beach

    Start your day with a visit to the famous Udupi Sri Krishna Matha temple. A historic temple, it is believed to have been established by the 13th-century philosopher-saint, Madhwacharya. It is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in South India. Move on to the Murdeshwar Beach. Spend a relaxing day at the beach, enjoying the tranquility of the coastline. You can also visit the famous Murudeshwar Shiva Temple nearby, which hosts the world's second-largest statue of Lord Shiva.

Time and Cost Estimate

  • Banasura Sagar Dam (3 hours, INR 500 for a family of 4)
  • Malpe Beach (4 hours, INR 1000 for a family of 4)
  • Udupi Sri Krishna Matha (2 hours, free)
  • Murudeshwar Beach (4 hours, INR 500 for a family of 4)
  • Murdeshwar Shiva Temple (1 hours, INR 200 for a family of 4)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2200

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add the following places to your itinerary:

  • Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai
  • Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur
  • Mattupetty Dam, Munnar

If you have less time, you can remove the Udupi Sri Krishna Matha temple from the itinerary.

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