Somasila Escape with the Girls

Day 1 – Hyderabad → Somasila

Departure:

 Left Hyderabad early around 6:30 AM. Playlist: a mix of nostalgia and feel-good beats. 

Breakfast Stop:

 Taaza Kitchen at Thukkuguda – light South Indian breakfast. Fresh, fast, and perfect.

En Route Temple Stop:
 

Maisigandi Maisamma Temple, Kadthal
Not planned, but worth the stop. Fierce guardian energy.

Check-in:

Riverside Resort in Somasila – simple and peaceful. Book lakefront rooms if possible (the balcony view is ). Glass doors open straight to the Krishna River. Mesmerising at dusk.

Boat Ride:

Arranged at the riverbank close to the resort, ensure to check timings at check-in. Golden hour, cool breeze, laughter—completely worth doing this in the evening.

Temples:

• Lalitha Someshwara Temple (Jyotirlinga) – Stillness. Sat in silence. You’ll feel it.
• Sangameshwara Temple –  ask locals for the best time to spot it (typically summer).

Day 2 – Somasila → Singotam → Gadwal → Hyderabad

Temple Hopping:

• Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Singotam – Quiet. Peaceful. One of those places that grounds you.
• Singotam Ammavaru Temple (on the hill) – Beautiful scenic view from top, it’s worth it. Powerful feminine energy.

Shopping Stop:

Gadwal Saree Shopping 

• Small shops, beautiful weaves. Don’t miss this! Ask around for trusted weavers for authentic buys. Allow enough time to hop shops that offer the best price.

Optional Detour:

Jogulamba Temple (Alampur) 

• ~1.5 hours from Gadwal. One of the Shakti Peethas.
• Can be added if you leave early and don’t mind a slightly longer return.

Pro Tips

• Carry cash for smaller temple donations..
• Keep footwear that’s easy to remove.
• You don’t need a packed itinerary. Let the day flow.
• Carry light snacks for the road trip, such as dry fruit and trail mix.
• Carry individual water bottles from home that you can refill along the way.

.P.S For the full story, reflections, and highlights from this soulful getaway, read the blog post: 

The Perfect Girl’s Getaway Insider: 2 Days in Somasila & More