3-Day South India Coastal and Temple Tour: Tiruchendur, Kanyakumari & Trivandrum from Bangalore

Day 1: Tiruchendur Temple Visit

Tiruchendur, India on May 29, 2025

6:00am

Depart from Bangalore

Start early morning from Bangalore by private car or bus to make the most of the day in Tiruchendur. It is approximately 609 km and takes around 10-11 hours by road.
INR 0 (personal travel cost varies), 11h0m

5:00pm

Check-in and rest

Check into a hotel in Tiruchendur to freshen up and get ready for a visit to the temple.
INR 1000-2000, 1h0m

6:00pm

Visit Tiruchendur Murugan Temple

Explore the famous Tiruchendur Murugan Temple, one of the six abodes of Lord Murugan. The temple closes by 8:00pm, so evening darshan is peaceful and less crowded.
INR 0, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel Saravana Bhavan

Enjoy a traditional South Indian meal with dosas and thalis at this popular vegetarian restaurant in Tiruchendur.
INR 300-500, 1h0m
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Day 2: Kanyakumari Sightseeing

Kanyakumari, India on May 30, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start the day with a hearty South Indian breakfast including idli, vada, and sambar to fuel up for the travel and sightseeing.
INR 200-400, 1h0m

8:00am

Travel from Tiruchendur to Kanyakumari

Head to Kanyakumari by car or local bus covering approximately 109 km in about 3 hours.
INR 150-500, 3h0m

11:00am

Visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial

Take a ferry from Kanyakumari beach to the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, an iconic monument standing on a rock island in the sea.
INR 50, 1h30m

12:45pm

Lunch at Hotel Seaview

Dine with a view of the ocean, enjoying fresh seafood and local Tamil Nadu cuisine.
INR 500-800, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Kanyakumari Temple (Bhagavathy Amman Temple)

Visit the famous coastal temple dedicated to Goddess Kanyakumari, revered as an incarnation of Goddess Shakti.
INR 0, 45m

3:00pm

Visit Thiruvalluvar Statue

Take a ferry to see the giant statue of the Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar. This is near Vivekananda Rock and a must-see attraction.
INR 50, 1h0m

4:30pm

Relax at Kanyakumari Beach

Spend some leisure time enjoying the beach and watching the spectacular sunset. The beach is open all day.
INR 0, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Sangam

Relish authentic Tamil Nadu dishes and fresh seafood in a comfortable setting near the beach.
INR 400-700, 1h0m
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Day 3: Trivandrum & Return

Trivandrum, India on May 31, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast in Kanyakumari

Have a quick breakfast with local South Indian options before checking out.
INR 200-400, 45m

8:30am

Travel from Kanyakumari to Trivandrum

Drive approximately 90 km (about 2 hours) to Trivandrum, capital of Kerala, for the next leg of the trip.
INR 300-700, 2h0m

10:30am

Visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple

Visit this historic and architecturally impressive temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Open from 4:45 AM to 12:00 PM for darshan.
INR 0, 1h0m

11:45am

Visit Napier Museum and Zoo

Explore this museum showcasing Kerala’s rich heritage and enjoy a walk in the adjacent zoo. Open 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
INR 15, 2h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Villa Maya

Enjoy lunch at this heritage hotel restaurant offering Kerala fusion cuisine in a charming ambiance.
INR 800-1200, 1h0m

3:30pm

Visit Kovalam Beach

Relax at the iconic Kovalam Beach, famous for its lighthouse and golden sands. Open all day, it is perfect for an afternoon stroll or a swim.
INR 0, 2h0m

6:00pm

Start return journey to Bangalore

Begin the drive or take a flight/train back to Bangalore from Trivandrum, approximately 700 km by road or 1 hour 15 minutes by flight.
INR 0 for personal travel, Varies
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