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Spiritual · Family · Senior-friendly

Dharmasthala & Kukke Subramanya Temple Trip

Two of Dakshina Kannada’s most visited temples in one comfortable weekend, with seva planning at Kukke.

Duration
2 days / 1 night
Starts from
Bengaluru
Ideal for
Families, elders and pilgrim groups
Dates
Call for next batch

Overview

An overnight journey to the forests of Dakshina Kannada for darshan at Kukke Shri Subrahmanya and Sri Manjunatha Swamy at Dharmasthala. We plan seva bookings where possible, keep the pace gentle for elders and arrange stays close to the temples.

Highlights

  • Kukke Shri Subrahmanya darshan and seva planning
  • Sri Manjunatha Swamy Temple, Dharmasthala
  • Sowthadka Mahaganapathi open-air temple
  • Bahubali statue at Ratnagiri

Dates & availability

Call for next batch

Group dates are published here only after they’re confirmed. Private trips can be planned on your preferred dates—tell us when you’d like to go.

Day-by-day itinerary

Sample itinerary. Final timings, sequence and stays are confirmed in your written quote.

  1. Day 1Kukke Subramanya

    Overnight departure from Bengaluru. Early-morning holy dip at the Kumaradhara, darshan or pre-booked seva at Kukke, then drive to Dharmasthala via Sowthadka. Evening darshan and rest.

    Meals:
    As per final plan; temple meals where available
    Stay:
    Dharmasthala
  2. Day 2Dharmasthala and return

    Morning darshan at Sri Manjunatha Swamy Temple, the Bahubali statue at Ratnagiri and the Manjusha museum, then return to Bengaluru.

    Meals:
    As per final plan

What’s included

Included

  • Road transport from Bengaluru and back
  • One night’s accommodation near Dharmasthala
  • Seva booking assistance (subject to temple availability)
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Trip assistance by phone and WhatsApp

Not included

  • Entry tickets, darshan or seva fees, camera fees and activity charges unless listed as included
  • Meals not mentioned in your final plan
  • Personal expenses, tips and shopping
  • Travel insurance
  • GST and applicable taxes, if not shown in your quote

Pickup, stays & meals

Pickup
Pickup from an agreed point in Bengaluru. Confirmed pickup points and reporting times are shared with your itinerary.
Drop
Drop at the same point in Bengaluru on your return, or at a nearby location agreed in advance.
Accommodation
Temple-run guesthouses (when available) or comfortable private lodges close to the temple.
Meals
Vegetarian meals; the temples’ annadana meals where timings allow.

Who this trip suits

  • Senior-friendly
  • Children welcome
  • Easy pace

Overnight travel and temple queues can be tiring; we plan rest stops and a gentle pace.

Important notes

  • Sevas at Kukke are booked through the temple and depend on availability.
  • Traditional dress is appreciated at both temples.
  • Please carry a government photo ID for every traveller.
  • Weather, road conditions and temple or park rules can change plans on the day; we’ll suggest the best available alternative.

Cancellation and payment terms depend on the stays and transport booked and are written into your quote before you pay. See our terms & conditions.

Questions about this tour

Can you book Sarpa Samskara or Ashlesha Bali?

We help you apply through the temple’s official process. Dates depend on the temple’s availability, which we confirm before finalising the trip.

What does this tour cost?

The cost depends on your dates, group size, stay category and vehicle. Share your plans and we’ll send a clear written quote with inclusions and exclusions listed—nothing is added later without your agreement.

Can we change the itinerary?

Yes. Every tour can be adjusted—dates, pace, stays, meals and sightseeing. Tell us who is travelling and what matters to you.

Ask about this tour

Get dates and a written quote for Dharmasthala & Kukke Subramanya Temple Trip

Tell us when you’d like to travel and who’s coming. A travel planner will reply with options and a written quote.

Call +91 89191 82363

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