South India Cultural and Coastal Adventure: Delhi to Madurai, Rameshwaram, Kanyakumari, and Bengaluru

Day 1: Arrival and Relax

Madurai, India on May 27, 2025

9:00am

Arrival in Madurai

Arrive at Madurai Airport or Railway Station from Delhi. Check in to your hotel and rest after your travel.

₹0, 1h0m

10:30am

Breakfast at Murugan Idli Shop

Enjoy a traditional South Indian breakfast with fresh idlis, dosas, and filter coffee at this popular local eatery open from 7:00am to 11:30am.

₹150, 1h0m

12:00pm

Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple

Explore one of the most famous temples in South India, known for its stunning Dravidian architecture and vibrant sculptures. The temple is open from 5:00am to 12:30pm and 4:00pm to 10:00pm.

₹0, 2h0m

2:30pm

Lunch at Konar Mess

Taste authentic Tamil Nadu meals served traditionally on banana leaves. The restaurant is renowned for its curries and rice dishes, open 12:00pm to 3:00pm.

₹300, 1h0m

4:00pm

Visit Gandhi Memorial Museum

Learn about India's independence struggle and Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy in this museum open from 9:30am to 5:00pm.

₹20, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Treebo Trend Hotel's in-house restaurant

Enjoy a mix of vegetarian and non-vegetarian South Indian cuisine with comfortable ambience, open till 10:00pm.

₹400, 1h30m

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Day 2: Madurai to Rameshwaram

Madurai to Rameshwaram, India on May 28, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at Taj Mahal Restaurant

Relish fresh idli, vada, and sambar before your journey begins. Open from 6:30am to 10:30am.

₹150, 0h45m

8:00am

Drive to Rameshwaram

Travel approximately 3.5 hours (170 km) southwards to Rameshwaram by taxi or bus.

₹2000 for taxi, 3h30m

12:00pm

Check-in and Lunch at Hotel Pearl Grand

Check-in to your hotel and enjoy a seafood lunch popular in this coastal town, open 12:00pm to 3:00pm.

₹350, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple

Explore this iconic temple famous for its long corridors and impressive architecture, open from 5:00am to 12:30pm and 4:00pm to 9:00pm.

₹0, 2h0m

5:00pm

Walk along Agni Theertham Beach

Relax by the sea, this holy bathing spot is vibrant at sunset and open all day.

₹0, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel Coral’s multi-cuisine restaurant

Enjoy the coastal flavours and fresh seafood in an ambient setting, open till 10:00pm.

₹400, 1h30m

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Day 3: Rameshwaram to Kanyakumari

Rameshwaram to Kanyakumari, India on May 29, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have an early breakfast before your journey. Options include South Indian and continental dishes.

₹200, 0h45m

7:30am

Travel to Kanyakumari

Drive south towards Kanyakumari, approximately 5 hours (310 km).

₹3000 for taxi, 5h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Sangam

Dine on traditional Tamil Nadu delicacies with ocean views. Open 12:00pm to 3:00pm.

₹400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Check in and rest

Check into hotel and relax before sightseeing.

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3:00pm

Visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial

Take a ferry to this stunning memorial set on a rock island, open from 7:30am to 5:30pm.

₹50 ferry + ₹5 entry, 2h0m

6:00pm

Sunset at Kanyakumari Beach

Witness the unique confluence of three seas and beautiful sunset views.

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7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel Sea View Restaurant

Enjoy fresh seafood and vegetarian options in a serene beachside location, open till 10:00pm.

₹450, 1h30m

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Day 4: Explore Kanyakumari

Kanyakumari, India on May 30, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Saravana Bhavan

Famous for authentic South Indian vegetarian breakfasts like dosas and upma, open from 7:00am to 11:00am.

₹200, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Thiruvalluvar Statue

Reach the iconic statue via ferry; it symbolises Tamil literature and culture. Ferry service 7:30am to 5:30pm.

₹50 ferry + ₹5 entry, 2h0m

11:00am

Tour Gandhi Memorial

Explore the memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi where his ashes were kept before immersion, open 9:30am to 6:00pm.

₹10, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Aryaas

Sample vegetarian Tamil and Kerala cuisine with great reviews, open 12:00pm to 3:00pm.

₹350, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Kanyakumari Temple

Explore the temple dedicated to Goddess Kanyakumari, open all day with specific prayer times in the morning and evening.

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4:00pm

Relax at Gandhi Mandapam Park

Enjoy peaceful surroundings with scenic views over the sea and hills, open till sunset.

₹0, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Sangam

End your day with authentic coastal cuisine focusing on fresh fish and spices, open till 10:00pm.

₹450, 1h30m

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Day 5: Kanyakumari to Bengaluru

Kanyakumari to Bengaluru, India on May 31, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy an early breakfast with traditional South Indian dishes to fuel your travel.

₹200, 0h45m

7:30am

Travel to Bengaluru

Embark on a long drive or take a flight (recommended) to Bengaluru, approximately 680 km by road or 1.5-hour flight.

Flight approx ₹3000, Taxi approx ₹7000, 1.5h flight or 10h road

12:00pm

Check-in at Bengaluru hotel

Settle into your hotel and refresh after your journey.

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1:00pm

Lunch at MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms)

Experience classic Bangalore vegetarian cuisine with dishes like rava idli and bisibele bath, open 7:30am to 10:30pm.

₹350, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Stroll through one of India's most beautiful botanical gardens, open 6:00am to 7:00pm.

₹20, 2h0m

5:00pm

Explore Bangalore Palace

Tour the elegant palace with Tudor-style architecture, open 10:00am to 5:30pm.

₹230, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Karavalli

Indulge in authentic coastal Indian cuisine in a fine dining setting, open till 10:30pm.

₹800, 1h30m

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