6 days along Karnataka's sacred coastline — 12+ ancient temples from the Western Ghats to the Arabian Sea, from Annapurneshwari and Shringeri to Gokarna's Atmalinga, Murudeshwara's colossal Shiva, and the blessed Subrahmanya at Kukke.
This 6-day KSTDC pilgrimage from Bangalore covers Horanadu, Kalasha, Shringeri, Kollur, Idagunji, Gokarna, Murudeshwara, Udupi, Kateel, Mangalore, Dharmasthala and Kukke Subrahmanya by AC Deluxe Coach with a professional multilingual guide throughout.
Day 2 visits Annapurneshwari at Horanadu, Kalasheshwara at Kalasha, Sharadamba at Shringeri and Mookambika at Kolluru. Day 3 covers Gokarna Mahabaleshwara Temple, the sacred Om Beach and Murudeshwara's 123-foot Shiva on the Arabian Sea. Day 4 visits Anegudde Vinayaka, Udupi Sri Krishna and Kateel Durgaparameshwari. Day 5 culminates at Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara and Kukke Subrahmanya Temple.
Departs every Wednesday at 9:00 PM from Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru. Returns Day 6 at 5:30 AM.
Departure schedule
Pickup point
KSTDC Counter, BMTC Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru
Departure time
9:00 PM (overnight)
Frequency
Every Wednesday
Night halts
Byndoor · Honnavara · Katilu · Bus (N4+N5)
Contact
+91 97315 56663
Returns
Day 6 — 5:30 AM Bengaluru
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Overnight departure from Bengaluru
9:00 PMDeparture from KSTDC Booking Counter, BMTC Bus Stand, Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru. Overnight AC Deluxe Coach journey. Report 15 minutes before departure
Day 2Annapurneshwari · Kalasheshwara · Shringeri · Mookambika — Halt Byndoor
Annapurneshwari Temple, Horanadu — Shakti on the Bhadra River
5:00–8:00 AMFreshup and darshan of Annapurneshwari Temple, Horanadu — a powerful Shakti temple on the banks of the Bhadra River surrounded by dense coffee forests
9:00–9:45 AMDarshan of Kalasheshwara Temple and breakfast (own cost)
11:45 AM–1:30 PMShringeri Sharadamba Temple — the first matha established by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century, on the banks of the Tunga River
1:30–5:30 PMJourney to Kolluru
Kollur Mookambika Devi — Sacred Shakti at Kodachadri Hills
5:30–8:30 PMDarshan of Mookambika Devi, Kolluru — one of Karnataka's most revered Shakti temples on the Kodachadri Hills. Dinner (own cost)
9:00 PMNight halt at Byndoor
Day 3Idagunji · Shambulingeshwara · Gokarna · OM Beach · Dhareshwara — Halt Honnavara
6:00 AMDeparture from Byndoor
6:45–7:30 AMDarshan of Idagunji Maha Ganapati Temple — a 1,000-year-old Ganesha temple in coastal Uttara Kannada
8:00–8:30 AMDarshan of Shambulingeshwara Temple, Gunavante
9:00–9:45 AMBreakfast (own cost)
Gokarna Mahabaleshwara Temple & Om Beach
11:00 AM–4:00 PMGokarna — Mahabaleshwara Temple & OM Beach. The Mahabaleshwara Temple enshrines the Atmalinga, one of India's seven Mukti Sthalas. Then visit the sacred OM Beach, naturally shaped like the symbol OM when viewed from above
5:00–6:00 PMDarshan of Dhareshwara Temple
6:30 PMNight halt at Honnavara
Day 4Murudeshwara · Anegudde · Udupi Krishna · Kadri Manjunatha · Mangaladevi — Halt Katilu
6:00 AMDeparture from Honnavara
Murudeshwara — 123-Foot Shiva on the Arabian Sea
7:00–9:30 AMMurudeshwara Temple and breakfast — famous for the 123-foot Shiva statue (second tallest in the world) and a 20-storey Raja Gopura, set on Kanduka Hill surrounded by the Arabian Sea on three sides
Anegudde Vinayaka Temple — Celebrated Ganesha at Kumbhashi
10:30–11:30 AMDarshan of Anegudde Vinayaka Temple — a celebrated Ganesha temple at Kumbhashi
12:00–2:00 PMDarshan of Udupi Sri Krishna Temple — one of the most sacred Vaishnava temples in South India. Lunch at Udupi (own cost)
3:00–6:30 PMDarshan of Kadri Manjunatha Temple (10th century) and Mangaladevi Temple, Mangaluru
7:30 PMArrival and darshan of Katilu Durgaparameshwari Temple. Night halt at Katilu
Day 5Dharmasthala · Subrahmanya · Kukke Subrahmanya — Departure for Bengaluru
6:00 AMDeparture from Katilu
Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara — Karnataka's Spirit of Service
7:30 AM–1:30 PMDharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Temple and breakfast. Serves free Annadana meals to thousands daily. Unique for having Vaishnava priests serving a Shaiva deity
Kukke Subrahmanya Temple — Sacred Abode of Vasuki
2:30–3:30 PMDarshan of Subrahmanya Temple. Lunch (own cost)
5:00–9:00 PMDarshan of Aadi Subrahmanya and Kukke Subrahmanya Temple — one of the most sacred Subrahmanya temples in South India, abode of the divine serpent Vasuki. Dinner (own cost)
9:30 PMDeparture from Kukke Subrahmanya for Bengaluru
Day 6Return to Bengaluru
5:30 AMArrival at Bengaluru. Tour ends at KSTDC Head Office, Yeshwanthpura
Does this tour include Gokarna Mahabaleshwara Temple?
Yes. Gokarna Mahabaleshwara Temple and Om Beach are visited on Day 3 — one of the seven sacred mukti sthalas of Hinduism, home to the Atmalinga enshrined by Ravana.
Does this KSTDC tour cover Murudeshwara?
Yes. Murudeshwara is visited on Day 3 — the 123-foot Shiva statue on Kanduka Hill with the Arabian Sea on three sides and a 20-storey Raja Gopura.
Is Udupi Sri Krishna Temple on this tour?
Yes. Udupi Sri Krishna Temple is visited on Day 4 — one of the most sacred Vaishnava temples in South India, where the deity is viewed through the Navagraha window.
Does this tour include Dharmasthala?
Yes. Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Temple is visited on Day 5 — famous for Annadana (free meals to all pilgrims) and for Vaishnava priests serving a Shaiva deity.
Is Kukke Subramanya on this tour?
Yes. Kukke Subrahmanya Temple is the final major temple on Day 5 — one of South India's most sacred Subrahmanya shrines, abode of the divine serpent Vasuki, famous for Sarpa Dosha Nivarana rituals.
Does this tour cover Shringeri?
Yes. Shringeri Sharadamba Temple and Vidya Shankara Temple are visited on Day 2 — the first matha established by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century on the banks of the Tunga River.
Is Mookambika Temple on this tour?
Yes. Mookambika Devi Temple at Kolluru is visited on Day 2 evening — one of Karnataka's most revered Shakti shrines at the foothills of the Kodachadri Hills.
What is the difference between South Canara and South Karnataka Temple Tour?
The South Canara tour (6 days, Wednesday only) additionally covers Gokarna Mahabaleshwara Temple and Om Beach. The South Karnataka Temple Tour (5 days, Wed and Thu) does not cover Gokarna but includes Malpe Beach and runs more frequently.
Important notes
GST inclusive in all fares. Management may cancel if fewer than 15 seats are booked. Children above 5 years charged full fare; below 5 no seat allotted (age proof required). Report 15 minutes before 9:00 PM. Bus will not wait for late arrivals. Smoking and alcohol strictly prohibited. Tipping strictly prohibited. Modest dress required at all temples.
Cancellation policy
More than 48 hours before departure10% deducted
Between 48 and 24 hours before departure25% deducted
Within 24 hours of departureNo refund
Ticket transferabilityNon-transferable
Terms & conditions
1.KSTDC is not liable for cancellations due to breakdown or events beyond management control. A proportionate refund applies if no alternate arrangement is made.
2.For all booking, cancellation or modification queries contact Padaki Travel Desk: +91 97315 56663 / muralidhar@karnatakatravelguide.in.
3.Tickets are not transferable to another person.
4.Management is not responsible for loss of luggage or personal belongings during the tour.
5.Management reserves the right to cancel the trip if fewer than 15 seats are booked. A full refund will be provided in such cases.
6.Children above 5 years of age are charged full fare. Children below 5 years are not allotted a separate seat. Valid age proof must be produced at the time of booking.
7.Passengers must report 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. The bus will not wait for late arrivals under any circumstances.
8.Smoking and consumption of alcohol are strictly prohibited inside the coach throughout the journey.
9.Tipping the guide, driver, or any KSTDC staff member is strictly prohibited. All staff are paid by KSTDC.
10.Package tariff covers accommodation and transportation only. Food, darshan tickets, and all personal expenses are borne by the tourist. Senior citizens (60+) are eligible for a 20% discount on transportation. LTC facility is available for State Government, Central Government, and PSU employees.
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