It is a memory-laden 11 days Coastal Karnataka Family Tour Package with Scenery Travels, a well-designed itinerary that would transport you to the picturesque charm, religious inclination, and cultural diversity of the Karnataka coastline. Beginning with the serene beaches of Karwar and the holy temples of Udupi and the beautiful hills of Coorg, this vacation is a perfect mix of relaxation, sightseeing and bonding with the family.
Your journey starts at Mangalore and goes on to Karwar, Murudeshwar, Udupi, Coorg, Chikmagalur, Shringeri, Sirsi, and finally Goa – the embodiment of the best nature, tradition, and faith in the Western Ghats and the Arabian coast. Scenery Travels has comfortable accommodations, professional travel arrangements and flexible itineraries that make every traveler experience a smooth and memorable experience.
Day 1: Bangalore to Mangalore:Starting with Mangalore, you make a scenic drive starting off at Bangalore leading to the coastal beauty that is Mangalore. The road will bring you through the beautiful green scenery, twisting ghats, and lovely villages that will provide a cool view of the countryside in Karnataka. Arriving at Mangalore, have a rest in your hotel after the tedious journey. During the evenings, go walking in Panambur Beach or go to the Kadri Manjunath Temple which has a long history and calm environment. Conclude your day with a tasty sea meal dinner with fresh seafood and original Mangalorean taste.
Day 2: Touring Mangalore: You can start your day by taking a big breakfast and then touring some of the best sites in Mangalore. Pay a visit to the great Kudroli Gokarnanatheshwara Temple which is the architectural masterpiece of the Lord shiva and also visit St. Aloysius Chapel with its beautiful frescoes. Then later go on a stroll in Tannirbhavi Beach where the waves are gently rolling and the sands are soft making it a peaceful getaway. During the evening, visit the local boom market in Mangalore and taste some of the local cuisines and head back to your hotel where you can rest peacefully.
Day 3: Udupi to Mangalore: The story continues with the breakfast and the journey to Udupi, a town characterized by the godly temples and the mouth watering vegetarian food. Upon arriving at Udupi, explore the famous Sri Krishna Temple, which is visited by the devotees of the whole world to attain blessings. You may take some time in silence at the temple grounds and then visit the closest Malpe Beach where you may go on a boat ride to St. Mary Island, which has special rock formations. Go back to Udupi in the evening to have a local meal known as Udupi.
Day 4: Udupi to Murudeshwar: Today the trip is going north to the place of the second-tallest statue of Lord Shiva in the world, Murudeshwar. The motivation itself is aesthetic, providing the sea and green mountains. After arriving in Murudeshwar, you should visit the grand complex of temples and go on a lift to top of the temple tower where you can see the Arabian Sea in panorama view. Evenings Spend your evening at the beach where the sun sets behind the Shiva statue one of the sights that is to be remembered.
Day 5: Murudeshwar to Gokarna: You can leave Murudeshwar in the morning after breakfast and move into Gokarna, which is a small town, enjoyable in all aspects, with a blend of spirituality and the shoreline. Pay a visit to the sacred Mahabaleshwar Temple, which is devoted to Lord Shiva, and then move to the Om Beach, where the beach naturally appears in the form of the sacred symbol of the Om. Have a little free time in Kudle Beach or Half Moon Beach and absorb the relaxing atmosphere and the beauty. Spend the night in Gokarna in order to enjoy the calm setting of this place during a starlit sky.
Day 6: Gokarna to Karwar: Have breakfast and proceed on with your trip along the coast to a small peaceful resort town called Karwar, which is a place of unspoilt beaches and a naval base. Upon arrival, the first place to visit is the Warship Museum and Rabindranath Tagore Beach, which was the source of inspiration to the Nobel Laureate. Boat ride along the river Kali or just have a relax along the sea. Karwar is a village that is terribly relaxing due to its slow life and natural environment.
Day 7: Karwar to Sirsi: The route today will be inland heading towards the green forest of Sirsi, which has been known to have forests and waterfalls. Upon arrival, go to the Marikamba Temple which is one of the biggest in Karnataka and then go on a trip to the nearby Unchalli Falls, a spectacular fall that has a thick forest cover. Stay over in Sirsi, where the cool mountain air and the quietness of the place are luxurious.
Day 8: Sirsi to Jog Falls: Visiting the falls- of Jog falls one of the highest waterfalls in India and a natural wonder after breakfast. See the Sharavathi River falling down in four cascades of tremendous heights (Raja, Rani, Rocket, and Roarer). Relax in the misty sceneries and take the beauty of the falls in various perspectives. Spend the night in the Jog Falls and listen to the serene nature around.
Day 9: Kollur to Jog falls: On this day, you have to go to the pious town of Kollur, where the renowned Mookambika Temple, which is located at the foot of Kodachadri Hills, is. Its religious energy, and its grand architecture are enough reasons to make the temple a visitable pilgrimage location. There is also the green vegetation of the surrounding forests that one can explore and the serene beauty of the place. Evening is a free time of recreation and of individual prayer.
Day 10: Kollur to Sringeri: Leave Kollur and come to Sringeri where one of the most significant centers of Advaita philosophy was created by Adi Shankaracharya. See Sharadamba Temple and calm banks of the River Tunga where peacefully the monks and devotees meditate. The spiritual atmosphere and the nature are refreshing in the town. Overnight in Sringeri where there are ancient temples and the musicians of temple bells.
Day 11: Sringeri to Dharmasthala: Visit Dharmasthala, a holy town known to be the best place with spiritual harmony and service to the community. Pay a visit to Sri Manjunatha Temple where rituals of both Hindu and Jainism are practiced, and unity in diversity is found. Visit the local heritage museum and observe the altruistic traditions which characterize this sacred town. One night location Dharmasthala.
Day 12: Bangalore- Dharmasthala- Kukke Subramanya: On this day you are going to visit the popular Kukke Subramanya Temple, which was dedicated to lord Subramanya, the god of serpents. The temple lies in the middle of the western ghosts and is surrounded with picturesque beauty and sacred calm. It is time to start again in Bangalore with sweet memories of your 12 days Coastal Karnataka pilgrimage. The trip is topped with you arriving in Bangalore by evening with the spiritual serenity and the unforgettable beauty of the coastal Karnataka.