Thiruvananthapuram – Padmanabhaswamy Temple
Overview
The Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple is located in Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), the capital of Kerala. It’s a highly revered Vishnu temple, famous for its legendary wealth, intricate Dravidian-style architecture, and spiritual aura.
Highlights
- Padmanabhaswamy Temple Visit
- Kuthiramalika Palace Museum
- Napier Museum & Zoo
- Shankumugham Beach or Kovalam
Itinerary
Arrive at the nearest airport or railway station to Thiruvananthapuram (also known as Trivandrum), Kerala.
● Meet your tour guide and transfer to your hotel in Thiruvananthapuram.
● After checking in and freshening up, you can spend the rest of the day at leisure to relax and explore the city.
● Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, proceed for a visit to Padmanabhaswamy Temple, located in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram.
● Padmanabhaswamy Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is renowned for its intricate architecture and spiritual significance.
● Explore the temple premises, admire the majestic Gopuram (temple tower), and witness the rituals and ceremonies.
● Please note that only Hindus are allowed inside the main sanctum sanctorum of the temple.
● After the temple visit, you can have lunch at a nearby restaurant.
● In the afternoon, embark on a sightseeing tour of Thiruvananthapuram.
● Visit the famous Sri Chitra Art Gallery, known for its collection of Indian art and paintings.
● Explore the beautiful Padmanabhapuram Palace, located just outside Thiruvananthapuram, which showcases traditional Kerala architecture.
● Return to the hotel and spend the evening at leisure.
● Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, take a day trip to the famous Kovalam Beach, located a short distance from Thiruvananthapuram.
● Spend the day relaxing on the sandy shores, swimming in the clear waters, and enjoying water sports activities.
● You can also visit the iconic lighthouse located on the beach, offering panoramic views of the coastline.
● Indulge in delicious seafood at the beachside restaurants.
● In the evening, return to Thiruvananthapuram and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
● Overnight stay at the hotel.
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the hotel.
● Check out from the hotel and proceed to the airport or railway station for your onward journey.
Cost Includes
- Pick up and drop from the airport/railway/bus station.
- Accommodation on double/twin sharing basis.
- All breakfast included at hotels.
- All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle.
- Driver’s bata, toll, parking, road tax, fuel charges All applicable taxes.
Cost Excludes
- Service Tax – 5% GST Extra.
- Any train, bus, or air price any more meals not listed in the package's contents.
- Any other destination not mentioned in itinerary.
- Any personal costs like phone, minibar, room service, laundry, etc.
- Any fees for services or activities not covered by the included.
- Additional fees during high season, long weekends, or festival periods.
FAQs
It is one of the 108 Divya Desams, known for its grand deity of Lord Vishnu in a reclining pose (Anantha Shayana) and legendary hidden temple treasures (vaults).
Yes. Strict traditional attire is mandatory:
- Men: Dhoti (no shirt/t-shirt allowed inside; upper cloth optional)
- Women: Saree, full-length skirt with blouse, or salwar kameez with dupatta
- Western clothes are not allowed. Some packages include dhoti rental or purchase.
Yes, some packages arrange for archana, abhishekam, or special poojas on request.
