Two-Day Spiritual and Coastal Journey: Mangalore, Udupi, Kollur, Murudeshwar, Dharmasthala & Kukke

Day 1: Coastal Temples Tour

Mangalore, India

7:00 AM

Breakfast at Giri Manja’s Cafe, Mangalore

Enjoy a traditional Mangalorean breakfast featuring neer dosa and coconut chutney in this popular local eatery.
INR150, 1 hour

8:00 AM

Travel from Mangalore to Udupi

Take NH66 and SH62 north towards Udupi for a 1-hour scenic drive along the coast.
Free, 1 hour

9:00 AM

Visit Sri Krishna Temple, Udupi

Visit the famous temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, renowned for its unique worship traditions and rich history dating back centuries.
Free, 1.5 hours

10:30 AM

Drive to Kollur Mookambika Temple

Begin a 1 hour 30-minute journey inland to the revered Kollur Mookambika Temple set amidst the Western Ghats.
Free, 1.5 hours

12:00 PM

Visit Kollur Mookambika Temple

Spend time exploring this spiritual place and seek blessings from the Goddess Mookambika, worshipped for knowledge and wisdom.
Free, 1.5 hours

1:30 PM

Lunch at Hotel Mayura Pineview, Kollur

Enjoy a relaxing South Indian meal with local specialties in this comfortable hotel setting.
INR350, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Travel to Murudeshwar

Drive approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to the coastal town of Murudeshwar, famous for its grand Shiva statue and temple complex.
Free, 1.5 hours

4:00 PM

Visit Murudeshwar Temple and Beach

Explore the towering Shiva statue and temple, then enjoy peaceful time at the adjacent beach.
Free, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Hotel Murudeshwar Classic

Dine on fresh seafood and coastal cuisine with a scenic view of the Arabian Sea.
INR400, 1 hour

7:00 PM

Overnight stay at Murudeshwar

Rest at a comfortable hotel such as Hotel Murudeshwar Classic to rejuvenate for the next day.
INR2000, N/A

Day 2: Spiritual Pilgrimage

Dharmasthala, India

7:00 AM

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a light breakfast offering traditional South Indian options.
Included, 1 hour

8:00 AM

Travel from Murudeshwar to Dharmasthala

Embark on a 2-hour drive south-west to reach the renowned Dharmasthala Temple complex.
Free, 2 hours

10:00 AM

Visit Dharmasthala Temple

Enjoy the spiritual atmosphere and unique Jain and Hindu heritage of this temple known for its open kitchen feeding thousands daily.
Free, 2 hours

12:00 PM

Lunch at Hotel Mayura, Dharmasthala

Savor a vegetarian meal served with traditional hospitality at this well-known hotel.
INR300, 1 hour

1:00 PM

Drive to Kukke Subramanya Temple

Proceed roughly 45 minutes into the forests towards the sacred Kukke Murugan Temple, popular for rituals related to snake blessings.
Free, 45 minutes

1:45 PM

Visit Kukke Murugan Temple

Experience the rituals and tranquility at this temple nestled in the Western Ghats, revered for its spiritual power.
Free, 2 hours

3:45 PM

Return to Mangalore

Drive back to Mangalore city, approximately a 2-hour journey to conclude your spiritually-rich trip.
Free, 2 hours