South India Shaktipeeth Yatra (13N/14D)
A deeply spiritual journey through the sacred goddess traditions of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala, covering ancient Shaktipeeths, tantric shrines, hill temples and some of the most powerful Devi temples of southern India.
Day 1 — Arrival in Hyderabad
You will be picked up from the airport/railway station and transferred to your hotel in Hyderabad.
Depending on arrival time, explore Charminar, local bazaars and Hyderabadi cuisine.
Overnight stay in Hyderabad.
Day 2 — Hyderabad to Alampur
Distance: Approx. 220 km
Travel Time: 4 hrs
Drive towards Jogulamba Temple, one of the 18 Maha Shaktipeethas. The goddess here is worshipped in a fierce tantric form surrounded by symbols of power and protection.
Temple Timings
Opening Time: 5:00 AM
Closing Time: 8:00 PM
Explore the ancient Chalukyan temples nearby.
Overnight stay in Alampur/Kurnool.
Day 3 — Alampur to Srisailam
Distance: Approx. 215 km
Travel Time: 5 hrs
Drive through the scenic Nallamala forests towards Bhramaramba Temple, one of the holiest Shakti shrines in South India where Goddess Parvati is worshipped as Bhramaramba.
The temple complex is also home to the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga, making it one of India’s rare combined Shakti and Shiva pilgrimage sites.
Temple Timings
Opening Time: 4:30 AM
Closing Time: 10:00 PM
Overnight stay in Srisailam.
Day 4 — Srisailam Exploration
Attend morning rituals and explore ropeway viewpoints overlooking the Krishna River valley.
Enjoy the peaceful spiritual atmosphere of the forested temple town.
Overnight stay in Srisailam.
Day 5 — Srisailam to Vijayawada
Distance: Approx. 270 km
Travel Time: 6–7 hrs
Proceed towards Kanaka Durga Temple situated atop Indrakeeladri Hill overlooking the Krishna River. The temple is among the most important Shakti shrines of Andhra Pradesh and especially vibrant during Navratri celebrations.
Temple Timings
Opening Time: 4:00 AM
Closing Time: 9:00 PM
Evening darshan and riverfront views.
Overnight stay in Vijayawada.
Day 6 — Vijayawada to Kanchipuram
Distance: Approx. 430 km
Travel Time: Overnight train / flight + road transfer
Travel towards the ancient temple city of Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu.
Overnight stay in Kanchipuram.
Day 7 — Kamakshi Amman Temple
Distance: Approx. 15 km local sightseeing
Travel Time: 1 hr
Visit Kamakshi Amman Temple, one of the most sacred Shakti shrines of South India where Goddess Kamakshi is worshipped as the supreme form of Adi Parashakti.
The temple is deeply associated with Sri Vidya and tantric traditions.
Temple Timings
Opening Time: 5:30 AM
Closing Time: 8:30 PM
Explore Kanchipuram’s silk weaving heritage and ancient temples.
Overnight stay in Kanchipuram.
Day 8 — Kanchipuram to Tiruvannamalai
Distance: Approx. 120 km
Travel Time: 3 hrs
Drive towards Tiruvannamalai and visit Unnamulai Amman Temple within the Arunachaleswarar Temple complex. The goddess here is worshipped as a compassionate mother manifestation of Shakti.
Witness the spiritual ambience around Arunachala Hill.
Overnight stay in Tiruvannamalai.
Day 9 — Tiruvannamalai to Madurai
Distance: Approx. 340 km
Travel Time: 7 hrs
Proceed towards the ancient temple city of Madurai.
Evening exploration of local markets and temple streets.
Overnight stay in Madurai.
Day 10 — Meenakshi Temple Darshan
Distance: Approx. 10 km local sightseeing
Travel Time: 30 mins
Visit Meenakshi Temple, among the grandest Devi temples in India where Goddess Meenakshi is worshipped as the queen of Madurai and an incarnation of Parvati.
The temple is renowned for its towering gopurams, intricate sculptures and sacred rituals.
Temple Timings
Opening Time: 5:00 AM
Closing Time: 9:30 PM
Attend the beautiful evening procession ceremony.
Overnight stay in Madurai.
Day 11 — Madurai to Kanyakumari
Distance: Approx. 245 km
Travel Time: 5 hrs
Travel towards the southern tip of India and visit Bhagavathy Amman Temple dedicated to Goddess Kanya Kumari, the eternal virgin goddess associated with Shakti worship and oceanic spirituality.
Temple Timings
Opening Time: 4:30 AM
Closing Time: 8:30 PM
Witness the spectacular sunset over the confluence of three seas.
Overnight stay in Kanyakumari.
Day 12 — Kanyakumari to Thiruvananthapuram
Distance: Approx. 95 km
Travel Time: 2.5 hrs
Proceed towards Kerala and visit Attukal Bhagavathy Temple, popularly known as the “Sabarimala of Women” and associated with powerful feminine spiritual traditions.
Temple Timings
Opening Time: 4:30 AM
Closing Time: 8:30 PM
Explore Kovalam beach and Kerala cuisine.
Overnight stay in Thiruvananthapuram.
Day 13 — Kerala Cultural Exploration
Relaxed day exploring Kerala’s spiritual and cultural experiences including backwaters, Kathakali performances and traditional Ayurvedic heritage.
Overnight stay in Thiruvananthapuram.
Day 14 — Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport/railway station for your onward journey, concluding the sacred South India Shakti pilgrimage through forests, temple cities, rivers and coastal landscapes.