20 days in India Itinerary

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

Start off your visit on the 20th (Mon): tour the pleasant surroundings at Om Beach, then stroll through Kudle Beach, and then kick back and relax at Belekan beach.

To see other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Gokarna online driving holiday planner.

Kolhapur to Gokarna is an approximately 5.5-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Murdeshwar.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Tue): kick back and relax at Murudeshwar, then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shirali Maha Ganapathi Mahammaya Temple.

To see other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Murdeshwar day trip planning website.

Traveling by car from Gokarna to Murdeshwar takes 2 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to drive to Udupi.

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

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of Pajaka Kshetra, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shree Durga Devi Temple, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Anantha Padmanabha Temple. On the next day, take in the spiritual surroundings of Sri Indrani Panchadurga Parameshwari Temple, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Shri Laxmi Venkatesha Temple, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kemmannu Sri Durga Parameswari temple.

To find out how to plan a trip to Udupi, use our trip itinerary maker.

You can drive from Murdeshwar to Udupi in 2.5 hours. Another option is to take a train. In February in Udupi, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu) to allow time to drive to Dharmasthala.

Whether you're a spiritual seeker or a traveler with the taste for exotic, consider taking a Dharmasthala trip at some point.

Kick off your visit on the 24th (Fri): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shri Kshetra Dharmasthala, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Dharmasthala Sri Manjunatha Swamy Temple, then explore the world behind art at Manjusha Vastu Sangrahalaya, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Sowthadka Sri Maha Ganapathi Temple. Keep things going the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shree Shishileshwara Temple and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Most Holy Redeemer Church.

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Traveling by car from Udupi to Dharmasthala takes 2.5 hours. In February, plan for daily highs up to 39°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Mysuru (Mysore).

A historic and culturally distinctive city, Mysuru (Mysore) has all the stories, artworks, and architecture you'd hope to find in the former capital city of a rich kingdom.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Sun): take in the spiritual surroundings of Himada Gopalswamy Temple and then relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers. On the 27th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the spiritual surroundings of Srikanteshwara Temple Mysuru , take in the exciting artwork at Chaaru Art Gallery, then explore the historical opulence of Mysuru Palace, and finally examine the collection at Railway Museum Mysore.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Mysuru (Mysore) trip planner.

Traveling by car from Dharmasthala to Mysuru (Mysore) takes 5.5 hours. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Dharmasthala in February: high temperatures in Mysuru (Mysore) hover around 32°C and lows are around 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Mon) early enough to drive to Ooty (Udhagamandalam).

Tea gardens and eucalyptus trees scent the air of the fields surrounding Ooty, a popular summer tourism destination up in the hills.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Tue): pause for some serene contemplation at St. Stephen's Church and then examine the collection at Mini Car Museum.

For where to stay, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Ooty (Udhagamandalam) sightseeing planning app.

Getting from Mysuru (Mysore) to Ooty (Udhagamandalam) by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Mysuru (Mysore) in February, you will find days in Ooty (Udhagamandalam) are somewhat warmer (38°C), and nights are about the same (24°C). On the 28th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Madurai.

One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, Madurai sits on the banks of the River Vaigai and serves as a center of Tamil culture.

Kick off your visit on the 1st (Wed): examine the collection at Gandhi Memorial Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam, then admire the striking features of Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Immaiyil Nanmai Tharuvar Temple. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the spiritual surroundings of Yoga Narasimhar Temple, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple.

To find maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Madurai itinerary planner.

Getting from Ooty (Udhagamandalam) to Madurai by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: fly; or do a combination of taxi and flight. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in February, and nighttime lows around 25°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) so you can go by car to Palani.

Palani is a town and a municipality in Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, located about 100km north-west of Madurai, 100km South-east of Coimbatore, and 60km west of Dindigul. Start off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): take in the spiritual surroundings of Arulmigu Bala Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Thiru Avinankudi Temple.

For traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Palani planner.

Traveling by car from Madurai to Palani takes 2.5 hours. March in Palani sees daily highs of 41°C and lows of 26°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Kanyakumari.

Located at the most southerly point of mainland India, Kanyakumari has long attracted pilgrims and those keen to see the end of the road.

On the 4th (Sat), look for all kinds of wild species at Sunset View Point, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kumara Koil Murugan Temple, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Jain Temple Kanyakumari, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Observation Tower.

To find other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Kanyakumari trip itinerary tool.

Traveling by car from Palani to Kanyakumari takes 6 hours. In March, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 29°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Rameswaram.

A trip to Rameswaram on Pamban Island will take you across a long limestone shoal bridge with spectacular ocean scenery.

On the 5th (Sun), examine the collection at Former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam House, then stop by Kalam Sea Shell Mart, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Hanuman Temple, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gandhamadhana Parvatham. Here are some ideas for day two: don't miss a visit to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Memorial, contemplate the waterfront views at Villoondi Tirtham, and then kick back and relax at Ariyaman Beach.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Rameswaram trip itinerary planner.

Drive from Kanyakumari to Rameswaram in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Tirumala.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Wed): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sri Vekateswara Swamy Temple and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Shri Tirupati Balaji Padmavati Temple.

To see where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Tirumala trip itinerary builder site.

You can drive from Rameswaram to Tirumala in 13 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Kolhapur.

Though less frequented by international tourists, easily accessible Kolhapur makes a good starting point for regional adventures.

On the 10th (Fri), examine the collection at Kaneri Math, then see the interesting displays at Siddhagiri Museum, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Shri Bahubali Bramhcharya. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the sheer force of Ramtirth Waterfall and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shree Jyotirling Devasthan.

To find traveler tips, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Kolhapur attractions planner.

Getting from Tirumala to Kolhapur by car takes about 16 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can travel back home.