Here we are providing detailed information on Tirumala Darshan process. Journey to Tirumala.
After reaching Tirupati, there are 2 modes by which a devotee can reach to Top of the Hills.
Tirumala Tirupati Darshan Procedure by Walk
By Foot
There are two ways to reach to Top of The Hills,
i) Alipiri Mettu
This route is long and time taking as s you need to take 3550 steps to reach Vaikuntam Q Complex. Devotees can handover luggage at Luggage centre which is located at the entrance of Alipiri Mettu, later you can collect by Luggage on Top by providing the Token.
ii) Srivari Mettu
It is a shorter journey compared to Alipriri Mettu, which is of 2400 steps and it takes 1-2 hours to reach Viakuntm Q Complex. This route is located near to Srinivasa Mangapuram.
Tirumala Tirupati Darshan by Bus/ Vehicles
Sapthagiri Buses are available from R.T.C Bus station Tirupati/Srinivasam Complex which is opposite Tirupati Bus stations, Balaji Link Bus station which is located near Alipiri Gate, Private vehicles like Jeeps which is another mode of transportation to Tirumal
About Darshan
1) T.T.D made it so easy that whoever planning to travel to Tirupati can do the advance booking online.
2) While going by walk to Tirumala, T.T.D is providing Divya Darshan Tokens to all Devotees at free of cost.
3) T.T.D did setup e-Darshan Counters in Tirupati
Sri Vaari Sannidhi, which is on the way to Kapila Theertham from R.T.C Bus station( 1 km from Bus station).
Accommodation in Tirumala
You are allowed to do the Advance booking for accommodation while booking for Darshan.
And for On arrival, you should visit C.R.O which is located right opposite to Tirumala Bus station. It may take hours for you to get Room.
The crowd will be high during Weekends/Festival seasons/Holidays.
Simple and helpful post. srivarimettu is the best way to move with, as it is a short journey.