Is this a group departure or a private trip?

This is a community group departure. You travel with a small batch of other travellers, with a Travloger trip captain along for the whole trip. Rooms are always separate for men and women. If you would rather have a private room or a private vehicle, tell us and we will quote it separately.

What if the batch does not fill up?

A departure runs once at least 12 travellers have booked. If a batch does not reach that number we will offer you a private plan at the difference in cost, or move you to another date, or refund your advance in full. You will always hear from us well before the departure.

What kind of trip is this?

This is a budget-friendly backpacking trip, not a luxury tour. Everything is arranged to cover as much ground as the days allow, so travel times between places are longer than on a private trip and the stays are clean and simple rather than plush. If you want a slower pace or upgraded stays, ask us for the private version.

How does the room sharing work?

Rooms are on a sharing basis and are always separate for men and women. Couples travelling together, or anyone who wants a private room, should tell us at the time of booking; a private room costs extra and depends on what the property has free.

Is there a dress code at the temples?

Yes. Traditional attire is required at the Mahabaleshwar temple in Gokarna, and modest dress is expected at the Sri Krishna temple in Udupi and at Murudeshwar. Carry something that covers the shoulders and knees, and be ready to leave footwear and leather items outside.

What does the St Mary’s Island ferry cost?

The ferry from Malpe to St Mary’s Island is at your own expense and is not part of the package. It runs subject to the sea being calm, so it can be suspended at short notice in rough weather or during the monsoon.

Gokarna Udupi Group Trip from Bangalore

Trip highlights

Om Beach, the Krishna temple coast and the Murudeshwar shore, by weekend bus.

Om Beach, boating and the Gokarna sunsetDarshan at Udupi’s Sri Krishna templeMaravanthe, where the road runs between sea and riverThe Honnavar mangrove boardwalk

Day-wise plan

Meals and stay listed on every day · pace built for a group.

1Day 1 · Waterfalls, beaches and a sunset at Om Beach.

Friday night departure from your Bengaluru pick-up point, overnight by road; freshen up at a breakfast stop on the way.
Head straight to Vibhuthi Falls for a dip in the natural pools.
Carry on to Gokarna and the iconic Om Beach.
Optional boat ride to the nearby beaches, with a chance of spotting dolphins.
Watch the sunset at Om Beach, then visit the Mahabaleshwar temple. Traditional attire is required.
Drive on to Murudeshwar for the night, with dinner on the way.

2Day 2 · A day out in Udupi, and the coastal food.

Early 6:00 AM departure towards Udupi.
Darshan at the Sri Krishna temple.
A traditional breakfast at a local restaurant nearby.
On to Malpe Beach for a sea walk, with an optional ferry to St Mary’s Island and its basalt rock formations, at your own expense.
Lunch on the coast, known for its authentic seafood.
Visit Kodi Bengare Beach and Delta Point, where the river meets the sea.
Start back to Murudeshwar, stopping at Maravanthe Beach on the way.

3Day 3 · Temples, backwaters and farewell.

Early darshan at the Murudeshwar temple, under the world’s third tallest Shiva statue looking out to sea.
Time on Murudeshwar Beach, and breakfast by the coast.
Check out and head towards Honnavar.
Walk the Honnavar mangrove boardwalk and take the boat through the backwaters.
On to Mirjan Fort, set in deep greenery.
Lunch en route, then board the overnight bus back to Bengaluru, reaching early on Monday morning.

Where you'll stay

The properties this batch sleeps in — swapped only for something equal or better.

Murudeshwar AC stay2 nights · sharing basis, separate rooms for men and women

What's in, what's not

Included

Pick-up and drop from Bengaluru, by road, overnight both ways.
2 nights AC stay in Murudeshwar on a sharing basis, with separate rooms for men and women.
Complimentary boating on the Honnavar backwaters.
2 complimentary breakfasts.
All local travel through the trip as per the itinerary (non-AC).
A Travloger trip captain with the group for the whole trip.
All permits, tolls, taxes and driver allowances.

Not included

GST, and any entry fee, activity or boat ride.
Any food or beverage not listed in the inclusions, including alcoholic drinks, mineral water and meals or refreshments on the go.
Travel insurance, and any cost arising from a natural calamity.
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

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3 Days Gokarna Udupi Group Trip from Bangalore