3 days of divine blessings — Sarva Darshan of Lord Sri Venkateswara at Tirumala, the sacred Kapila Theertha, Mangapura temples, and the ancient Srikalahasteshwara Temple where Kannappa offered his eyes to Lord Shiva.
This 3-day KSTDC pilgrimage from Bangalore covers Tirupathi and Srikalahasti by AC Deluxe Coach — Sarva Darshan at Sri Venkateswara Temple Tirumala, Kapila Theertha, Alamelu Mangapura, Srinivas Mangapura, Sri Govindaraya Swami Temple and Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple.
Day 2 is entirely at Tirupathi — Sarva Darshan at Lord Venkateswara Temple on Tirumala hills, the most visited pilgrimage centre in the world with over 50,000 devotees daily, followed by Kapila Theertha, Alamelu Mangapura and Srinivas Mangapura. Day 3 visits Sri Govindaraya Swami Temple and Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple — one of the five Pancha Bhuta Stalas of Shaivism representing Vayu (wind).
Departs daily at 8:00 PM from Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru. Returns Day 3 evening.
Departure schedule
Pickup point
KSTDC Head Office, BMTC Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru
Departure time
8:00 PM (overnight bus)
Frequency
Every day
Hotel
PLR Kandy or Similar, Tirupathi
Contact
+91 97315 56663
Returns
Day 3 — 7:00 PM Bengaluru
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Overnight departure from Bengaluru
8:00 PMDeparture from KSTDC Head Office, BMTC Bus Stand, Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru. Overnight AC Deluxe Coach journey to Tirupathi. Report 15 minutes before departure
Sri Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala — Sarva Darshan at the World's Most Visited Shrine
5:00 AMArrival at Tirupathi. Check in to Hotel PLR Kandy or similar. Freshup and breakfast (own cost)
7:00 AM–5:00 PMLord Sri Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala — Sarva Darshan. The most sacred Vaishnava temple in the world, situated atop Venkata Hill (853m) in the Seshachalam Hills. Sarva Darshan (free general darshan) is available to all devotees. Darshan time depends on crowd — typically 4–8 hours. Also visit Kapila Theertha (sacred bathing ghat at the foot of Tirumala) and Alamelu Mangapura Temple + Srinivas Mangapura Temple (temples of Goddess Padmavathi, consort of Lord Venkateswara)
8:00 PMNight halt at Hotel PLR Kandy or similar, Tirupathi
Day 3Sri Govindaraya Swami Temple · Srikalahasti Temple · Return to Bengaluru
Srikalahasti — Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple, Pancha Bhuta Stala of Vayu
5:00–6:00 AMDarshan of Sri Govindaraya Swami Temple — a beautiful Vaishnava temple in Tirupathi town dedicated to Lord Govinda (Vishnu), with an impressive gopura and serene precincts
7:30–11:00 AMJourney to Srikalahasti (≈ 36 km from Tirupathi) and darshan of Sri Kalahasteshwara Swamy Temple — one of the most sacred Shiva temples in South India. A Panchabhoota Stala representing the Air (Vayu) element. Famous for the legend of Kannappa. Renowned for Rahu-Ketu Dosha Nivarana puja which draws thousands of devotees
11:00 AMDeparture from Srikalahasti for Bengaluru
7:00 PMArrival at Bengaluru. Tour ends at KSTDC Head Office, Yeshwanthpura
Does this KSTDC tour include Tirupathi Balaji darshan?
Yes. Sarva Darshan at Sri Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala is the centrepiece of Day 2 — the most visited pilgrimage centre in the world with over 50,000 devotees daily.
Is Sri Kalahasti Temple on this tour?
Yes. Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple is visited on Day 3 — one of the five Pancha Bhuta Stalas of Shaivism representing Vayu (wind), one of the most significant Shiva temples in South India.
What is Sarva Darshan at Tirupathi?
Sarva Darshan is the general queue darshan at Sri Venkateswara Temple — open to all devotees. KSTDC includes Sarva Darshan in this package. Waiting time varies from 4 to 12 hours depending on the day.
Does this tour include Kapila Theertha?
Yes. Kapila Theertha is visited on Day 2 — a sacred waterfall and temple at the foothills of Tirumala where Kapila Maharshi is said to have meditated.
What is the best time to do this KSTDC Tirupathi tour?
The tour operates daily throughout the year. Weekdays have shorter queues at Tirumala. Avoid Saturdays, Sundays and major festival days like Brahmotsavam and Vaikunta Ekadasi when queues can be extremely long.
Does this tour cover Srikalahasti?
Yes. Srikalahasti is visited on Day 3 morning — Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple is one of the Pancha Bhuta Stalas representing the element of air, famous for Rahu Ketu Pooja.
Important notes
GST inclusive in all fares. Darshan time at Tirumala depends on crowd — it can take 4–8 hours. Wear traditional dress inside the temple. 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 8:00 PM. Bus will not wait for late arrivals. Smoking and alcohol strictly prohibited. Tipping strictly prohibited.
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, puja charges, 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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