Start your day early and drive 60 km (1 hour and 20 minutes) from Mangalore to Udupi. Visit the iconic Sri Krishna Temple and indulge in some delicious prasadam for breakfast. Next, visit the Anantheshwara Temple, which is only a 10-minute (1 km) walk from Sri Krishna Temple. Enjoy a local lunch at the Woodlands Restaurant, 15 minutes (1.2 km) from Anantheshwara Temple. In the evening, visit Malpe Beach, which is 5 km (15 minutes) from Woodlands Restaurant, and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Arabian Sea.
Day 3: Dharmasthala
Drive 75 km (1 hour and 40 minutes) from Udupi to Dharmasthala. Start your day by visiting the famous Manjunatha Swamy Temple, which is 3 km (10 minutes) from the city center. For lunch, head to the Shanthala Tiffin Room, which is 15 minutes (4 km) from the temple. Visit the Bahubali Hill and statue in the evening, which is 6 km (20 minutes) from the tiffin room. End your day with a visit to the Ram Mandir, which is only 5 minutes (1.5 km) away from the Bahubali Hill.
Recommendations
If you have extra time, you can visit the Tannirbhavi Beach in Mangalore or the Kapu Beach in Udupi. You can also consider visiting Kukke Subramanya temple, which is en route to Dharmasthala. To maximize your fun, try the local delicacies in each of the cities. You can also take a temple tour of the cities or a food tour to explore the local cuisine. We recommend booking your accommodation and flights in advance through Trip.com.
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