Begin your journey early morning from Ambattur to Varkala for a full day ahead. The trip is approximately 700 km and takes around 11-12 hours by car or overnight train, so plan accordingly.
Check into a beachside hotel such as The Gateway Hotel Janardhanapuram Varkala, offering stunning cliff views. Have dinner at the hotel’s restaurant serving fresh seafood and traditional Kerala cuisine.
Explore the historic Janardhana Swamy Temple, a 2,000-year-old Vishnu temple famous for its unique architecture and spiritual significance, open from 7am to 12pm and 5pm to 8pm.