
Kerala Budget Temple Trail
Guruvayur Sri Krishna, Adi Shankaracharya Kalady, Vaikom, Sabarimala & Sree Padmanabhaswamy
A revered domestic pilgrimage circuit connecting Kerala's holiest shrines: Guruvayur Sri Krishna, Mammiyoor Mahadeva, the Adi Shankaracharya Janmabhoomi at Kalady, Chottanikkara Bhagavathy, Vaikom & Ettumanoor Mahadeva, Kumarakom backwaters, Sabarimala / Aranmula Parthasarathy, and the magnificent golden Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple.
Day-by-Day Itinerary Schedule
Arrival at Cochin Airport or Railway Station. Meet your dedicated chauffeur and proceed to Guruvayur. Visit the legendary Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple, Mammiyoor Mahadeva Temple, and the unique Punnathur Kotta Elephant Sanctuary housing over 40 temple elephants. Check in to hotel and overnight stay in Guruvayur.
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive south to Kalady, the sacred birthplace of Adi Shankaracharya on the banks of the Periyar River. Visit the holy shrines and the ancient Sri Krishna Temple. Continue to the renowned Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple for divine darshan. Check in to your hotel in Kochi for overnight stay.
Breakfast at hotel. Depart for Vaikom to seek blessings at the historic Vaikom Mahadeva Temple (one of the oldest Shiva shrines in Kerala). Continue to Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple noted for its exquisite wood carvings and wall frescoes. Proceed to the peaceful backwater haven of Kumarakom. Check in to your resort and enjoy an evening by the serene lake. Overnight in Kumarakom.
Following breakfast, journey toward Pathanamthitta. During pilgrimage season and subject to regulations, visit Sabarimala Temple and Nilakkal Mahadeva Temple. During the off-season, Sabarimala is replaced with the centuries-old Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple on the holy Pampa River. Check in to hotel for overnight stay.
After breakfast, drive to the capital city of Thiruvananthapuram. Visit the world-famous Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple (architectural Dravidian masterpiece and richest temple in the world), Attukal Bhagavathy Temple (known as the Women's Sabarimala), and the Pazhavangadi Ganapathy Temple. Check in and overnight stay in Thiruvananthapuram.
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and transfer in private comfort to Trivandrum Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey. Tour ends with divine blessings and memorable experiences.
Hotel Accommodation Tiers
Choose from 4 pre-vetted wholesale hospitality tiers based on client profile.
3 Star Budget Hotel Collection
B2B Net Cost Breakdown
Direct DMC net wholesale rates per person. Exclusively for registered travel agencies and tour operators.
| Vehicle Category | Traveler Count (Pax) | B2B Net Cost (Per Person) |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 2 Pax | ₹15,500 |
| Sedan | 4 Pax | ₹11,950 |
| Innova | 4 Pax | ₹12,950 |
| Innova | 6 Pax | ₹11,200 |
What's Included & Excluded
- 05 Nights accommodation in well-appointed 3-Star hotels
- Daily Breakfast at the hotel
- Welcome Drink on Arrival
- Dedicated Private AC Vehicle for the entire tour
- Airport / Railway Station Pickup from Cochin and Drop at Trivandrum
- Professional Driver Allowance, Fuel Charges, Toll Taxes, and Parking Charges
- Sightseeing and temple transfers as per the detailed itinerary
- All Applicable Hotel Taxes
- Airfare / Train Fare
- Temple Special Darshan / VIP Darshan Charges
- Entry Fees to Temples and Monuments (where applicable)
- Lunch & Dinner (Vegetarian options widely available near temples)
- Camera and Video Charges
- Guide Services
- Personal Expenses (Laundry, Telephone, Tips, etc.)
- Any Pooja, Ritual, or Donation Charges
- Travel Insurance
- GST (if applicable)
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Optional Cultural & Wildlife Experiences
Route Trajectory
Dedicated private air-conditioned vehicle assigned from arrival to departure.
Booking Terms & Operational Policies
Booking Confirmation: Subject to room availability at the time of booking.
Dress Code: Strict traditional dress codes apply at major Kerala temples (men: dhoti/mundu; women: saree/salwar).
Travel Insurance: Not included; recommended to arrange separately.
