4-Day Spiritual and Cultural Journey from Solapur to Tirupati, Madurai, Rameshwaram, Padhmanabhaswamy Temple, and Return

Day 1: Travel and Tirupati

Solapur to Tirupati, India on June 12, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at local eatery in Solapur

Start with a traditional Maharashtrian breakfast of Misal Pav to energize for the day ahead.
INR150, 0h45m

8:00am

Travel to Tirupati

Begin the road or rail journey from Solapur to Tirupati, which may take around 12-14 hours by road; an early start is recommended for timely arrival.
INR1500 (bus/train fare estimated), 12h0m

8:00pm

Dinner near Tirupati Railway Station

Enjoy a light dinner at a local restaurant offering South Indian cuisine such as dosa and sambar, to relax after the journey.
INR250, 1h0m
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Day 2: Tirupati Darshan and travel to Madurai

Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh to Madurai, Tamil Nadu on June 13, 2025

5:00am

Breakfast and early visit to Tirumala Venkateswara Temple

Have a light breakfast of idli or upma followed by an early morning pilgrimage to the famous Tirumala Temple, open from 3:00am to 12:00pm, to avoid crowds and have a spiritual experience.
Free (Temple entry), Breakfast INR150, 2h30m

8:00am

Explore local Tirupati markets

Spend some time shopping for religious souvenirs such as laddu prasadam, silk sarees and handicrafts in the local markets near Panchamukha Anjeneya Swamy Temple.
Variable, 1h0m

9:30am

Travel from Tirupati to Madurai

Start the long drive or train journey to Madurai, approximately 8-9 hours by road, through scenic Tamil Nadu landscapes.
INR1200 (bus/train fare estimated), 9h0m

6:30pm

Dinner in Madurai

Indulge in Madurai's famous Jigarthanda and Chettinad cuisine at a popular local restaurant such as Amma Mess, open till late evening.
INR350, 1h0m
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Day 3: Madurai and Rameshwaram

Madurai and Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu on June 14, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast in Madurai

Savour a traditional Tamil breakfast including Pongal and filter coffee at Murugan Idli Shop, open from 6:30am.
INR150, 0h45m

8:00am

Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple

Explore the famed 17th-century Meenakshi Temple, renowned for its intricate architecture and spiritual significance. The temple opens from 5:00am to 12:30pm and 4:00pm to 9:30pm.
Free, 2h0m

10:30am

Travel to Rameshwaram

Depart for Rameshwaram, a 3-4 hour drive, famous for its religious sites and coastal beauty.
INR600 (cab fare estimated), 4h0m

2:30pm

Lunch in Rameshwaram

Enjoy traditional coastal Tamil Nadu seafood cuisine at a local restaurant such as Sri Murugan Bhavan.
INR300, 1h0m

3:30pm

Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple

Tour the iconic Ramanathaswamy Temple, known for its long corridors and sacred significance, open till 9:00pm.
Free, 2h0m

5:30pm

Travel to Padhmanabhaswamy Temple in Kerala

Begin the approximately 4-hour drive from Rameshwaram to Thiruvananthapuram where Padhmanabhaswamy Temple is located.
INR1200 (cab fare estimated), 4h0m

9:30pm

Dinner near Padhmanabhaswamy Temple

Have a late dinner featuring Kerala cuisine like appam and stew at a nearby restaurant.
INR350, 1h0m
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Day 4: Kerala Temple and return

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Solapur, Maharashtra on June 15, 2025

5:30am

Visit Padhmanabhaswamy Temple

Attend morning rituals at the spectacular Padhmanabhaswamy Temple, open from 3:30am to 11:00am. Experience the unique Dravidian architecture and spiritual atmosphere.
Free, 2h0m

7:30am

Breakfast in Thiruvananthapuram

Eat a hearty breakfast of puttu and kadala curry at a local eatery such as Indian Coffee House.
INR150, 0h45m

9:00am

Start return journey to Solapur

Commence the long return journey to Solapur, which can take approximately 16 hours by road; plan rest stops accordingly.
INR2000 (bus/cab fare estimated), 16h0m
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