The journey from Kalikavu to Varanasi is a long-distance transit across India. You need to reach a major station like Shoranur, take a train to a major junction like Prayagraj or Varanasi, or fly from Calicut to Varanasi with a layover in Delhi or Mumbai.
Total Distance: 2300 km by road, 1900 km air distance.
Varanasi is a major pilgrimage site; book hotels in advance.
October to March for pleasant weather.