8 days in India Itinerary

Though its cuisine has spread throughout the country and beyond, Udupi retains a small-town charm.

Kick off your visit on the 1st (Tue): take in the spiritual surroundings of Anegudde Ganapathi Temple, take in the spiritual surroundings of Sri Krishna Temple, and then kick back and relax at Kapu Beach. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some serene contemplation at Mount Rosary church, then kick back and relax at St. Mary's Island, then pause for some serene contemplation at Stella Maris Church, and finally stroll through Malpe Beach.

To find ratings, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Udupi trip planner.

Bidar to Udupi is an approximately 9-hour combination of car and flight. You can also drive. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in December, and nighttime lows around 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) early enough to go by car to Kollur.

A trip to Kollur allows you to get away from it all as well as to satisfy your inner adventurer.

For other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, go to the Kollur trip planner.

Drive from Udupi to Kollur in 2 hours. In December in Kollur, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 25°C at night. On the 2nd (Wed), you're off to Sringeri.

Sringeri, also written as Shringeri is a hill town and Taluk headquarters located in Chikkamagaluru district in the state of Karnataka, It is the site of the first maṭha (Sringeri Sharada Peeta) established by Adi Shankara, Hindu theologian and exponent of the Advaita Vedanta philosophy, in the 8th century CE It is located on the banks of the river Tungā and also a historical Temple (1200 years).Origin of the nameThe name Sringeri is derived from Rishyashringa-giri, a nearby hill that is believed to have contained the heritage of Rishi Vibhandaka and his son Rishyashringa. Start off your visit on the 3rd (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of Annapoorneshwari Temple, then take in the dramatic scenery at Sirimane Falls, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Adi Shankara Temple.

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You can drive from Kollur to Sringeri in 2.5 hours. In December, daytime highs in Sringeri are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Shimoga.

With access to many natural attractions in the Western Ghats, Shivamogga tourism rarely focuses on the city itself.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Fri): learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Tiger and Lion Safari, Shimoga, look for all kinds of wild species at Sakrebailu Elephant Camp, and then steep yourself in history at Keladi.

For reviews, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Shimoga road trip app.

You can drive from Sringeri to Shimoga in 2.5 hours. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can go by car to Chikmagalur.

Located at the foot of the highest mountain range in the state, the city of Chikamagalur features a number of natural and man-made attractions of rich variety.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sat): admire the sheer force of Shankar Falls and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Sringeri Mutt.

For more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, read our Chikmagalur trip itinerary planning app.

Traveling by car from Shimoga to Chikmagalur takes 2.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Gokarna.

The small temple town of Gokarna has changed drastically in recent years.

On the 6th (Sun), explore the fascinating underground world of Shiva Cave, then kick back and relax at Kudle Beach, then enjoy the sand and surf at Om Beach, and finally kick back and relax at Gokarna Beach.

To see reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Gokarna trip maker website.

Getting from Chikmagalur to Gokarna by car takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.