Varkala – Jatayu – Trivandrum Getaway (3D 2N)
3 Days 2 Nights · from ₹9,999 per person
If you're looking for the perfect mix of nature, leisure, and local culture , this 4-day getaway is exactly what you need. Organized by The Fitness Gone Wild , the trip felt like a mini vacation that left us refreshed, recharged, and deeply connected with nature and new friendships.
Combine Kerala’s coastline, temple towns and scenic hilltops in one well-routed trip from Bangalore. This Varkala, Jatayu Earth Center and Trivandrum group tour suits travellers who want a mix of nature, leisure and local culture without a complicated plan.
You begin at Varkala , known for its seaside cliff, beaches, cafés and sunset views, and for spiritual stops such as the Janardanaswamy Temple and Sivagiri Mutt. You then head to the Jatayu Earth Center , home to the world’s largest bird sculpture , and return along a quiet coastal belt of beaches and backwaters. The last day covers Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) , with external darshan at Padmanabhaswamy Temple, the Azhimala Shiva Temple and a sunset stop at Kovalam Beach, before the overnight return to Bangalore.
The trip is a small-group fixed departure with a comfortable tempo traveller and a dedicated TFGW Tour Captain . Stays, transport, selected meals and coordination are handled for you. The route is planned with minimal detours and a relaxed pace to give you the most sightseeing for your budget.
2. Highlights
Varkala Cliff: Described as the only seaside cliff formation in Kerala, with a cliff walk, viewpoints, cafés and sunset views.
Jatayu Earth Center: The world-famous centre with the world’s largest bird sculpture , set on scenic hills. An optional cable car ride is available (self-paid).
Serene beaches: Varkala Beach, Papanasam Beach, Kappil Beach, Edava Beach and Kovalam.
Kappil Beach and backwaters: A sea–lake viewpoint on the coastal return route.
Spiritual stops: Janardanaswamy Temple, Sivagiri Mutt, Padmanabhaswamy Temple (external darshan only) and Azhimala Shiva Temple.
Trivandrum city drive-through: The Secretariat area and the Kowdiar stretch.
Cliffside café hopping and local shopping at Varkala.
Small group travel (12 pax) in a comfortable tempo traveller with a dedicated TFGW Tour Captain.
Budget-friendly Kerala coastal circuit with stays, transport, selected meals and coordination included.
Well-routed itinerary with minimal detours, relaxed pacing and strong sightseeing value.
Itinerary
Day 0: Bangalore to Kerala (Overnight Journey)
Transport: Tempo traveller with reclining seats | Stay: Not applicable | Meals: Not applicable
Evening / Night: Pickups in Bangalore
Time Pickup Point 7:00 PM Indiranagar (Karachi Bakery) 7:10 PM Domlur (Licious Head Office) 7:20 PM Sony World Signal 8:00 PM Opposite Madiwala Police Station Day 1: Varkala Temples, Cliff and Beaches
Transport: Tempo traveller | Stay: Homestay, twin or triple sharing | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Morning
10:30 AM: Arrival at Varkala.
Freshen up and breakfast at a clean local restaurant, during travel or on arrival. Hotel rooms are provided only after standard check-in time , so plan for freshening up before check-in.
Janardanaswamy Temple: A spiritual first stop in Varkala.
Sivagiri Mutt: A second spiritual visit before the cliff and beaches.
Afternoon
Varkala Cliff: Explore the cliff walk and viewpoints, with café hopping and local shopping.
Lunch at cliffside cafés (self-sponsored).
Varkala Beach: Time to relax by the sea.
Papanasam Beach: A beach stop in the afternoon.
3:00 PM: Hotel check-in and rest.
Evening
Sunset at Varkala Cliff.
Dinner (included) and overnight stay at Varkala.
Overnight: Varkala
Day 2: Jatayu Earth Center and Coastal Belt
Transport: Tempo traveller | Stay: Hotel, sharing basis | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Morning
7:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel (included).
8:30 AM: Depart for Jatayu Earth Center, home to the world’s largest bird sculpture on a scenic hilltop. An optional cable car ride is available at your own cost. Entry tickets are not included.
Afternoon
Lunch en route (self-sponsored).
Coastal sightseeing on the return:
Kappil Beach and backwaters: A sea–lake viewpoint.
Edava Beach: A quiet, scenic shoreline.
Evening
Return to Varkala by evening.
Free time for cafés and beach walks.
Dinner (included) and overnight stay at Varkala.
Overnight: Varkala
Day 3: Trivandrum – Azhimala – Kovalam
Transport: Tempo traveller | Stay: Not applicable after check-out (see Section 15) | Meals: Breakfast
Morning
7:00 AM: Breakfast (included).
8:00 AM: Check-out from the hotel.
Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum): Visit the capital city of Kerala.
Padmanabhaswamy Temple: External darshan only.
City drive-through: The Secretariat area and the Kowdiar stretch.
Afternoon
Lunch en route (self-sponsored).
Azhimala Shiva Temple: A spiritual stop on the coast.
Kovalam Beach: A sunset stop, time permitting .
Evening / Night
7:00 PM: Start the return journey to Bangalore.
Dinner halt en route (self-sponsored).
Overnight: Travel
Day 4: Arrival in Bangalore
Time Activity 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM Arrival back in Bangalore After arrival Trip concludes [Confirm drop-off points]
Included
- Bangalore ↔ Kerala transportation in a comfortable tempo traveller with reclining seats 2 nights of budget accommodation on a sharing basis (homestay / hotel) Breakfasts and 2 dinners as per the itinerary Sightseeing as per the itinerary A dedicated TFGW Tour Captain throughout the trip
Not included
- Lunches and en-route meals, including Day 0 dinner and Day 3 dinner Entry tickets and optional activities, such as the Jatayu cable car Personal expenses Insurance and medical costs
Upcoming dates
- 24 Dec 2026 – 28 Dec 2026
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