Scenic Road Trip from Bangalore to Rameshwaram with Cultural Highlights

Day 1: Road Trip Start

Bangalore to Karur, India on June 23, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Vidyarthi Bhavan, Bangalore

Enjoy traditional South Indian dosas and filter coffee at this iconic Bangalore eatery before starting your journey.
INR 200, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive to Salem

Travel approximately 3 hours (about 200 km) to Salem, a vibrant city with historical sites and markets to explore.
Transport cost varies, 3h0m

11:30am

Visit Kottai Mariamman Temple, Salem

This ancient temple dedicated to the goddess Mariamman is one of Salem's spiritual highlights.
Free, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Sri Harini, Salem

Relish authentic Tamil Nadu vegetarian cuisine with local flavours.
INR 300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Drive to Karur

Continue your journey for 2 hours to reach Karur, an important textile and weaving hub.
Transport cost varies, 2h0m

3:30pm

Visit Pasupatheeswarar Temple, Karur

Explore this historic Shaivite temple with beautiful Dravidian architecture dating back several hundred years.
Free, 1h0m

5:00pm

Evening Tea and Explore local market, Karur

Experience the local market buzz and try some roadside tea and snacks.
INR 100, 1h0m

6:30pm

Overnight stay at a comfortable hotel in Karur

Rest well to prepare for the next day’s trip to Rameshwaram.
INR 1500, 8h0m
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Day 2: Rameshwaram Arrival & Explore

Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu, India on June 24, 2025

6:00am

Early breakfast at hotel, Karur

Fuel up with a hearty breakfast featuring idli, vada and chutney before driving.
INR 250, 1h0m

7:00am

Drive to Rameshwaram

Drive approximately 4.5 hours (around 210 km) to the sacred island town, crossing the famous Pamban Bridge.
Transport cost varies, 4h30m

12:00pm

Check-in and lunch at Hotel Muthu Kumar, Rameshwaram

Settle in and enjoy fresh local seafood and Tamil Nadu cuisine.
INR 500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple

Explore this magnificent temple known for its long corridors, stunning architecture, and sacred significance.
Free, 2h0m

3:30pm

Visit Agni Theertham Beach

Relax by this beach where pilgrims perform sacred baths in the sea.
Free, 1h0m

5:00pm

Visit Dhanushkodi

Drive 20 km to the ghost town with ruins and scenic views of the Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean.
Transport cost varies, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Sakthi, Rameshwaram

Enjoy a variety of spicy South Indian non-vegetarian dishes in a popular local restaurant.
INR 600, 1h0m
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Day 3: Local Sights & Return

Rameshwaram to Bangalore on June 25, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Start the day with a traditional South Indian breakfast with steamed idlis and filter coffee.
INR 250, 1h0m

7:30am

Visit Annai Indira Gandhi Road Bridge and Pond

See this engineering landmark and adjacent natural pond with variety of birdlife.
Free, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Gandhamadhana Parvatham

Climb the highest point in Rameshwaram for panoramic views of the island and temples.
Free, 1h0m

10:00am

Drive back towards Bangalore with a stopover in Namakkal

Drive for around 5 hours to Namakkal, famous for its rock fort and temples.
Transport cost varies, 5h0m

3:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Aathithan, Namakkal

Sample local Tamil cuisine in a comfortable setting before the final leg.
INR 400, 1h0m

4:00pm

Visit Namakkal Rock Fort Temple

Explore this dramatic hilltop fort-temple complex with views and religious significance.
INR 20, 1h0m

5:30pm

Continue drive to Bangalore

Complete your roughly 4.5 hour journey back to Bangalore in the evening.
Transport cost varies, 4h30m
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