Fixed timeTo book
Arrive in Gokarna by Bus
08:00
Details
Arrive around 8:00 AM by bus from Bengaluru. One-way bus ticket costs approximately ₹1,100–₹1,200 per person.
Cost:₹1,150
Coastal Trip Itinerary
Karnataka Coastal Trip
Karnataka Coastal Group Trip
Sat, Dec 26, 2026 – Tue, Dec 29, 2026Gokarna · Honnavar · Murudeshwar · Udupi
A 4-day group trip exploring the scenic Karnataka coast from Gokarna to Udupi, featuring beaches, temples, backwater boardwalks, and a private villa stay.
Sat, Dec 26 · Arrival in Gokarna & Villa Relaxation
Arrive in Gokarna by bus in the morning, check into the private-pool villa, visit local temples and beaches, and spend the evening relaxing.
Fixed timeTo book
Check-in at Private Villa
12:00
Large, entire Airbnb villa in Gokarna with a private swimming pool.
Mahabaleshwar Temple & Maha Ganapati Temple
15:00 (2 hours)
Details
Visit the sacred Gokarna temples. > Seek blessings at the historic temples of Gokarna.
Om Beach & Kudle Beach Viewpoints
17:00 (2 hours)
Details
Explore scenic viewpoints and relax at Om Beach and Kudle Beach.
Evening Relaxation at the Villa
19:30
Details
Spend the first evening relaxing at the villa and enjoying the private swimming pool.
Sun, Dec 27 · Honnavar & Murudeshwar
Travel from Gokarna to Honnavar for mangrove boardwalks and boat rides, then proceed to Murudeshwar to see the giant Shiva statue and temple.
To book
Sharavathi Mangrove Boardwalk & Boat Ride
09:00 (3 hours)
Details
Explore the Sharavathi Mangrove Boardwalk and enjoy a backwater boat ride in Honnavar.
Apsarakonda Falls
13:00 (1 hour 30 minutes)
Details
Visit the picturesque Apsarakonda Falls and nearby park overlooking the sea.
Murudeshwar Giant Shiva Statue & Temple
16:00 (3 hours)
Details
Visit the massive giant Shiva statue, Murudeshwar Temple, Raja Gopura, and explore boating options.
Mon, Dec 28 · Udupi & St. Mary's Island
Travel to Udupi, visit Sri Krishna Matha, Malpe Beach, and take a ferry to St. Mary's Island if operating.
Sri Krishna Matha
10:00 (2 hours)
Details
Visit the revered Sri Krishna Matha temple in Udupi.
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Malpe Beach & St. Mary's Island Ferry
13:30 (4 hours)
Details
Head to Malpe Beach and take a ferry to St. Mary's Island (subject to ferry operations).
Tue, Dec 29 · Return to Bengaluru
Check out from the Udupi/Malpe hotel and board the return bus to Bengaluru.
Fixed timeTo book
Return Bus to Bengaluru from Udupi
09:00
Details
Board the return bus from Udupi to Bengaluru. One-way bus ticket costs approximately ₹1,100–₹1,200 per person.
Cost:₹1,150
Ideas and alternatives
Optional
Jog Falls Side Trip
Consider Jog Falls only if it fits the route without excessive driving.
Travel stays
To book
Airbnb Villa with Private Pool
- Check-in
- Sat, Dec 26 · 12:00
- Check-out
- Sun, Dec 27 · 11:00
Large, entire Airbnb villa in Gokarna with a private swimming pool.
To book
Murudeshwar Hotel
- Check-in
- Sun, Dec 27 · 12:00
- Check-out
- Mon, Dec 28 · 11:00
Hotel stay in Murudeshwar.
To book
Udupi/Malpe Hotel
- Check-in
- Mon, Dec 28 · 12:00
- Check-out
- Tue, Dec 29 · 11:00
Hotel stay in Udupi or Malpe.
Packing list
- Valid ID proofs
- Swimwear for villa pool and beaches
- Comfortable walking shoes and flip-flops
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats
- Cash for local temples, ferries, and food stalls
Planning costs
Planned: ₹2,300.00
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Photo credits
- Mahabaleshwar Temple — NvvcharCC BY-SA 3.0Source: Wikimedia Commons
- Apsarakonda Falls — Isroman.sanCC BY-SA 4.0Source: Wikimedia Commons
- Sri Krishna Matha — Ilya MauterCC BY-SA 2.5Source: Wikimedia Commons
- Jog Falls — Arkadeep MetaCC BY-SA 4.0Source: Wikimedia Commons