Varkala – Cliffside Coast Weekend
Curated by Ghilli Dilli Tours and Travel (OPC) Private Limited
Cliff Beaches • Cafés • Spiritual Calm
- Varkala Cliff & Beach
- 3D/2N
- Per Person
QUICK OVERVIEW (ABOVE THE FOLD)
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Destinations Covered: Varkala Cliff • Varkala Beach • Papanasam Beach
Departure City: Chennai (Primary Operations Hub)
Other Indian Cities: Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru & others available on request
Category: Weekend Getaway • Cliffside Coast • Slow Travel
Starting Price: ₹12,999 per person*
₹12,999/Person
*Prices vary based on season, hotel category & availability
PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS
- One of India’s only beaches set beneath a dramatic ocean-facing cliff
- Café-lined clifftop promenade with uninterrupted sea views
- Papanasam Beach — sacred shoreline and coastal walks
- Varkala Temple and the region’s spiritual coastline
- Slow mornings, golden sunsets, and ocean-breeze evenings
- Fully walkable, non-rushed itinerary
- A laid-back, international coastal atmosphere
PACKAGE OVERVIEW
Varkala – Cliffside Coast Weekend is designed around one simple idea: slowing down in a place where the landscape does most of the work.
Rising directly above the Arabian Sea, Varkala’s cliff creates a setting unlike any other beach destination in India — elevated, scenic, and naturally calm.
This short escape focuses on experiencing the rhythm of cliff life — mornings at cafés overlooking the ocean, barefoot walks to the beach below, quiet temple visits, and evenings shaped by sunsets rather than schedules.
With no pressure to “see everything,” the itinerary leaves room for rest, reflection, and aesthetic coastal living. Ideal for couples, solo travellers, and weekend escape seekers, this package offers a visually rich yet emotionally light coastal break — easy to reach, easy to enjoy, and hard to rush.
PACKAGE PRICE OPTIONS
(Per person, twin sharing | Excluding travel to Trivandrum)
Standard Package
Clean, comfortable, close to the cliff-
Comfortable 3 ★ hotels
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Easy access to Varkala Cliff
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Simple rooms focused on location
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Best for value-focused travel
Deluxe Package
Better views, better mornings-
Premium boutique hotels
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Improved ambience & design
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More natural light & calm
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Recommended for couples
Premium Package
When the view is part of the experience-
Luxury boutique stays or resorts
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Sea-view and superior aesthetics
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Privacy and better sunset views
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Ideal for special occasions
HOTEL OPTIONS
- Standard: Comfortable 3 ★ hotels
- Deluxe: Premium boutique hotels
- Premium: Sea-view resorts or luxury boutique stays
Exact hotel names will be shared at the time of booking confirmation.
DAY–BY–DAY ITINERARY
- Included & Excluded
- 2 nights’ accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Private AC vehicle for transfers
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- Pick-up & drop assistance
- Toll, parking & driver allowance
- Flights / train tickets
- Lunch & dinner
- Ayurveda therapies / yoga sessions
- Personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
- Day 1
- Arrival at Trivandrum Airport / Railway Station
- Meet & greet and private transfer to Varkala
- Check-in & refresh
- Guided / self-paced Varkala Cliff Walk
- Visit cliff viewpoints & hidden lanes
- Introduction to Varkala’s café culture & art stores
- Reserved sunset time at a prime cliff point
- Ocean views from above the waves
- Slow evening with music, candles & cafés
Varkala
- Day 2
- Breakfast at hotel
- Morning Spiritual Coast Trail: Visit Varkala Temple & Papanasam Beach
- Time for quiet reflection by the water
- Short drive to Kappil Lake (Lake-sea meeting point)
- Photography + calm backwater views
- Optional boating (seasonal)
- Return to Varkala
- Free time for spa / Ayurveda / yoga
- Final cliffside dinner
Varkala
- Day 3
- Early morning optional experience: Sunrise walk along the quieter cliff stretch
- Breakfast & check-out
- Private transfer to Trivandrum
- Tour concludes with coastal, spiritual & aesthetic memories
TRANSPORT & TRANSFERS
All transfers and local movement are conducted in a private air-conditioned vehicle as per itinerary.
- Sedan (1-2 guests)
- SUV (3-5 guests)
Base Vehicle Provided per itinerary requirements.
TRAVEL TO VARKALA
(OPTIONAL ADD-ON)
- Departures available from Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru & other Indian cities
- Economy / Premium Economy / Business Class options
- Fly to Trivandrum (TRV) + road transfer
- Train to Varkala Sivagiri Station
- Road travel from Chennai or other Indian Cities
Travel assistance available on request.
IDEAL FOR
✔ Couples
✔ Solo travellers
✔ Wellness & slow-travel lovers
✔ Short-break seekers
BEST TIME TO VISIT
October to March offers pleasant weather. April–May is warm but manageable for short stays.
IMPORTANT NOTES
• Varkala is best explored on foot along the cliff.
• Evenings are calm; nightlife is minimal.
• Footwear restrictions apply at temples.
• Check-in & check-out as per hotel policy.
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
Cancellation charges depend on hotel policies and date of cancellation.
Standard Cancellation Slabs:
- 30+ days before travel: No Charges
- 15–29 days before travel: 25% of package cost
- 7–14 days before travel: 50% of package cost
- Less than 7 days / No-show: No refund
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Yes, though it is especially popular with couples and solo travellers.
This is a leisure-focused trip; water sports are not included.
Yes, hotel category and pacing can be customised.
No, but yoga and Ayurveda sessions can be added optionally.
CONTACT & BOOKINGS
Ghilli Dilli Tours and Travel (OPC) Private Limited
Gurgaon, Haryana – India
Call
+91 8851898784
ghillidilli.india@gmail.com