Mantralayam Tour Package from Guntur (2 Days)
2-day Mantralayam tour from Guntur: Mantralayam. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹4,590 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
24° – 32°C
October in Mantralayam

Description
2-day Mantralayam tour from Guntur: Mantralayam. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹4,590 per person.
This 2 days 1 night itinerary covers 4 handpicked stops, including Sri Raghavendra Swamy Math, Manchalamma Temple, Tungabhadra ghats and more. October–March is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 1-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Mantralayam. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Mantralayam
Best time: December, January, November, OctoberAverage temperature range: 16°C – 40°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Guntur to Mantralayam
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Guntur in the morning. Drive from Guntur to Mantralayam (about 376 km, 7 hrs 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Mantralayam. Bathe at the Tungabhadra ghats, as is the custom, and first visit the Manchalamma temple, the village goddess, before the Brindavana of Sri Raghavendra Swamy. Traditional dress is expected; men remove shirts in the inner area. Attend the evening rathotsava (chariot procession) if it is held that day. Overnight stay in Mantralayam.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Guntur to Mantralayam
376 km · ~8h 11m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Guntur
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near KurnoolAbout 300 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
76 km · 1h 31m drive from previous stop
Arrive in MantralayamMantralayam, Andhra Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Guntur to Mantralayam
376 km · ~8h 21m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Guntur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Guntur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Guntur → Mantralayam
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~376 km
~8h 21m|Tentative fare ₹410–₹1,100
Usual tea / meal halts: Srisailam (~170 km)
- Arrive in Mantralayam
Mantralayam, Andhra Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Guntur to Mantralayam
Nearest railway stations: Guntur Jn for Guntur, Manthralayam Rd for Mantralayam.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 11h 6m in total
Change trains at Gooty Jn — about 48m wait
1 change · 11h 51m in total
Change trains at Pagidipalli — about 47m wait
1 change · 11h 58m in total
Change trains at James Street — about 1h wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Sri Raghavendra Swamy Math
The math and Brindavana (samadhi shrine) of Sri Raghavendra Swamy.
- 2
Manchalamma Temple
The temple of the village goddess, visited before the Brindavana.
- 3
Tungabhadra ghats
The river ghats where pilgrims bathe before darshan.
Panchamukhi and back to Guntur
After the morning pooja, drive to Panchamukhi, about 20 km away in Karnataka, where Sri Raghavendra Swamy is said to have meditated and had a vision of the five-faced Hanuman, before heading home. Drive from Mantralayam to Guntur (about 388 km, 7 hrs 45 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Guntur. The tour ends here.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Mantralayam to Guntur
388 km · ~8h 26m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Mantralayam
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near SrisailamAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near VinukondaAbout 300 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
88 km · 1h 46m drive from previous stop
Arrive in GunturGuntur, Andhra Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Mantralayam to Guntur
388 km · ~8h 37m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Mantralayam
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Mantralayam. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Mantralayam → Guntur
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~388 km
~8h 37m|Tentative fare ₹430–₹1,140
Usual tea / meal halts: Srisailam (~170 km)
- Arrive in Guntur
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Mantralayam to Guntur
Nearest railway stations: Manthralayam Rd for Mantralayam, Guntur Jn for Guntur.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 11h in total
Change trains at Lingampalli — about 48m wait
1 change · 11h 21m in total
Change trains at Guntakal Jn — about 1h 50m wait
1 change · 12h 38m in total
Change trains at Hasanparthi Rd — about 1h 44m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Panchamukhi Anjaneya Temple
A rock shrine of the five-faced Hanuman.
- 2
Leave for Guntur.
Tour Overview
Mantralayam, on the Tungabhadra river, is the place where the saint Sri Raghavendra Swamy entered his living samadhi (Brindavana) in 1671. The math is visited by devotees from across South India.
This 2-day, 1-night package starts and ends in Guntur. The route runs Guntur → Mantralayam → Guntur, about 764 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Mantralayam Tour from Guntur
- Sri Raghavendra Swamy Math
- Manchalamma Temple
- Tungabhadra ghats
- Panchamukhi Anjaneya Temple
Inclusions in the Mantralayam Tour Package
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Guntur for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Mantralayam Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
Online booking: pay ₹1,000 per person at the time of booking to confirm your tour (no advance for children under 6). This amount is adjusted against the 20 percent advance below.
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Mantralayam Tour
Best time to visit: October–March
Route: Guntur → Mantralayam → Guntur (about 764 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Adoni and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Mantralayam, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Guntur. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹12,100 | ₹7,490 | ₹6,800 |
| 33 Persons | ₹9,030 | ₹6,660 | ₹5,970 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹8,250 | ₹6,050 | ₹5,360 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹7,460 | ₹5,710 | ₹5,020 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹5,970 | ₹5,280 | ₹4,590 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Adoni and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Sri Raghavendra Swamy Math
- Manchalamma Temple
- Tungabhadra ghats
- Panchamukhi Anjaneya Temple
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–March is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Guntur for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: October–March
Route: Guntur → Mantralayam → Guntur (about 764 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Adoni and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Mantralayam, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
2 days and 1 night. It starts from Guntur on day 1 and you are back in Guntur on day 2. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Guntur → Mantralayam → Guntur. That is about 764 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹6,800 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹4,590 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Guntur and back. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Adoni and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
October–March.
