Budget-Friendly Trip from Guntur to Palani with Visits to Madurai & Guruvayur

Day 1: Guntur to Palani

Guntur, India to Palani, India on May 25, 2025

6:00am

Departure from Guntur by Train

Catch the early morning train from Guntur to Palani to maximize your day. Trains like the Palani Express depart in the morning with affordable ticket prices.
INR350, 6h0m

12:00pm

Arrival and Check-in Palani Hotel

Check into a budget hotel such as Hotel Murugan or recent guesthouses with prices ranging between INR500 to 700 per night.
INR600, N/A

1:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Saravana Bhavan

Enjoy traditional South Indian meals at Saravana Bhavan, famous for its delicious dosas and thalis, perfect for budget travelers.
INR150, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Palani Murugan Temple

Explore the iconic Palani Murugan Temple, open till 8pm. It's one of the six abodes of Lord Murugan and a must-visit religious site.
Free, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Hotel Saravana Bhavan or Local Eateries

Sample local vegetarian dishes such as idiyappam with curry; these eateries are budget-friendly and open till 9pm.
INR150, 1h0m
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Day 2: Palani to Madurai

Palani to Madurai, India on May 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast consisting of idlis and vadas at your hotel or nearby cafes.
INR100, 1h0m

9:00am

Bus to Madurai

Take a bus from Palani to Madurai; buses run frequently and take approximately 2-3 hours with fares around INR150-200.
INR175, 3h0m

12:00pm

Check-in Hotel in Madurai

Choose budget accommodations like Hotel Supreme or similar with rates around INR600-700 per night.
INR650, N/A

1:00pm

Lunch at Murugan Idli Shop

Enjoy authentic Madurai-style idlis, pongal, and filter coffee at this famous local eatery open till early evening.
INR120, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple

Explore the renowned Meenakshi Amman Temple, famous for its stunning architecture and vibrant sculptures. The temple is generally open till 12 midnight and free to enter.
Free, 2h0m

6:30pm

Walk around Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam

Visit this large temple tank area for a relaxing evening stroll near the temple surroundings.
Free, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Amma Mess

Dine on flavorful local Tamil cuisine focusing on non-vegetarian dishes and traditional spices. Open till 10pm.
INR200, 1h0m
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Day 3: Madurai to Guruvayur

Madurai to Guruvayur, India on May 27, 2025

6:00am

Early Morning Train from Madurai to Thrissur

Book an early train to Thrissur as Guruvayur is close to Thrissur (about 30km). Estimated journey time is 8h, ensuring arrival by afternoon. Cost around INR450.
INR450, 8h0m

2:00pm

Bus Taxi from Thrissur to Guruvayur

Take a local bus or taxi from Thrissur railway station to Guruvayur (30 min) with a fare of around INR50-100.
INR75, 0h30m

3:00pm

Check-in Hotel in Guruvayur

Stay at guesthouses or budget hotels like Hotel Krishna, around INR600 per night.
INR600, N/A

4:00pm

Visit Guruvayur Temple

Explore the famous Guruvayur Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna, open until approximately 8pm. It is one of Kerala’s most important pilgrimage sites.
Free, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel or Local Eateries

Try Kerala-style vegetarian dishes like appam and stew or traditional thali meals. Local places are budget-friendly and open till 9pm.
INR150, 1h0m
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Day 4: Return to Guntur

Guruvayur to Guntur, India on May 28, 2025

7:00am

Bus Taxi to Thrissur

Take an early bus or taxi back to Thrissur railway station for onward travel to Guntur.
INR75, 0h30m

8:30am

Train from Thrissur to Guntur

Board the train from Thrissur to Guntur with possible route changes via Chennai or direct options. Cost around INR450-500 and approximately 10h travel time.
INR500, 10h0m

6:30pm

Arrive Guntur

Reach back to Guntur safely completing your budget-friendly trip covering Palani, Madurai, and Guruvayur.
Free, N/A
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