4-Day South India Temple and Heritage Tour: Hyderabad to Belur, Halebidu, and Kukke Subramanya

Day 1: Travel & Belur Temples

Hyderabad to Belur, Karnataka on May 5, 2025

7:30am

Start Journey from Hyderabad

Begin the early morning drive from Hyderabad to Belur, Karnataka. The journey is approximately 700 km and takes around 12-13 hours by car or train.
INR0, 12h0m

8:00pm

Check-in and Dinner

Check into a hotel in Belur such as Hotel Mayura Chalukya and enjoy a traditional Karnataka dinner at the hotel restaurant.
INR600, 1h0m

Day 2: Belur & Halebidu Temples

Belur and Halebidu, Karnataka on May 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel Mayura Chalukya

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast including idli, dosa, and filter coffee.
INR250, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Chennakesava Temple, Belur

Explore the exquisite 12th-century Hoysala temple known for its intricate carvings and stunning architecture. Open from 9am to 6pm.
INR30, 2h0m

12:00pm

Travel to Halebidu

Short drive of about 20 minutes to Halebidu, another beautiful Hoysala temple complex.
INR0, 0h20m

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Mayura, Halebidu

Enjoy authentic Karnataka cuisine, with dishes like Bisi Bele Bath and Ragi Mudde.
INR350, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu

Witness the spectacular carvings of this 12th-century temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Open 9am to 6pm.
INR40, 2h0m

3:30pm

Return to Belur and Rest

Head back to Belur for a relaxing evening and prepare for the next day's journey.
INR0, 0h20m

7:00pm

Dinner at local vegetarian restaurant

Sample local South Indian meals at a popular eatery such as Annapurna Restaurant.
INR300, 1h0m

Day 3: Travel to Kukke Subramanya

Belur to Kukke Subramanya, Karnataka on May 7, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast and Checkout

Have a quick breakfast at the hotel before heading out for the 190 km drive (approx 5-6 hours) to Kukke Subramanya.
INR250, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive to Kukke Subramanya

A scenic drive through Western Ghats leading to the famous Kukke Subramanya Temple.
INR0, 6h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at local restaurant near Kukke Subramanya

Enjoy a wholesome South Indian meal at a local restaurant with fresh coconut-based dishes.
INR300, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Kukke Subramanya Temple

Visit this revered temple dedicated to Lord Subramanya, renowned for snake worship rituals. Open hours: 6am to 8pm.
Donation-based, 2h0m

6:00pm

Check into temple guest house or nearby hotel

Rest and prepare for the next day's return journey.
INR700, overnight

7:30pm

Dinner at guest house or hotel

Enjoy a simple vegetarian dinner with local flavors.
INR250, 1h0m

Day 4: Return to Hyderabad

Kukke Subramanya to Hyderabad on May 8, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast and Checkout

Start with a light breakfast before the long drive back to Hyderabad, which takes approximately 12-13 hours.
INR250, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive to Hyderabad

Enjoy the scenic drive through Karnataka and Telangana returning to Hyderabad.
INR0, 12h0m

8:00pm

Arrival in Hyderabad

End of journey. Rest at home or hotel.
INR0, end