Chettinad Karaikudi Tour Package from Bangalore (3 Days)
3-day Chettinad tour from Bangalore: Karaikudi. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹7,050 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes

Description
3-day Chettinad tour from Bangalore: Karaikudi. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹7,050 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 6 handpicked stops, including Kanadukathan mansions, Chettinad Palace, Chettinad cuisine and more. October–March is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 2-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Karaikudi. 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.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Bangalore to Karaikudi
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Bangalore in the morning. Drive from Bangalore to Karaikudi (about 411 km, 8 hrs 15 min). Check in at your hotel in Karaikudi. Overnight stay in Karaikudi.
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: Bangalore to Karaikudi
411 km · ~8h 53m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bangalore
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 stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KaraikudiKaraikudi, Tamil Nadu
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: Bangalore to Karaikudi
411 km · ~9h 8m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bangalore
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bangalore. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bangalore → Karaikudi
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~411 km
~9h 8m|Tentative fare ₹450–₹1,200
- Arrive in Karaikudi
Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bangalore to Karaikudi
Nearest railway stations: Bangalore City Jn for Bangalore, Karaikkudi Junction for Karaikudi.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 13h 1m in total
Change trains at Tiruchirappalli — about 1h 35m wait
1 change · 13h 49m in total
Change trains at Tiruchirappalli — about 2h 20m wait
1 change · 18h 45m in total
Change trains at Tiruchirappalli — about 7h 40m 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.
Chettinad
After breakfast, set out for a full day of sightseeing (about 30 km by cab). In the morning, visit Kanadukathan mansions and Chettinad Palace. After lunch, go on to Chettinad cuisine. Return to the hotel in Karaikudi. Overnight stay in Karaikudi.
- 1
Kanadukathan mansions
Streets of grand Chettiar houses with carved teak doors and courtyards.
- 2
Chettinad Palace
The 1912 mansion of Raja Sir Annamalai Chettiar (seen from outside).
- 3
Chettinad cuisine
Spicy dishes built on freshly ground masalas, served on banana leaves.
Pillayarpatti, Athangudi and back to Bangalore
Visit the Karpaga Vinayagar cave temple at Pillayarpatti, where the Ganesha is carved into the rock. Then watch the hand-made Athangudi tiles being cast at a village workshop, and browse the antique shops of Karaikudi for brass, wooden and Burmese pieces before leaving. Drive from Karaikudi to Bangalore (about 413 km, 8 hrs 15 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Bangalore. 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: Karaikudi to Bangalore
413 km · ~8h 56m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Karaikudi
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 stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
113 km · 2h 16m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BangaloreBangalore, 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: Karaikudi to Bangalore
413 km · ~9h 11m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Karaikudi
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Karaikudi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Karaikudi → Bangalore
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~413 km
~9h 11m|Tentative fare ₹450–₹1,210
- Arrive in Bangalore
Bangalore, 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: Karaikudi to Bangalore
Nearest railway stations: Karaikkudi Junction for Karaikudi, Bangalore City Jn for Bangalore.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 17h 21m in total
Change trains at Tiruchirappalli — about 4h 30m wait
1 change · 18h 35m in total
Change trains at Tiruchirappalli — about 5h 55m wait
1 change · 18h 56m in total
Change trains at Tiruchirappalli — about 7h 5m 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
Pillayarpatti Karpaga Vinayagar Temple
A rock-cut cave temple of Ganesha from the early centuries AD.
- 2
Athangudi tile workshop
Colourful cement tiles made by hand with glass moulds.
- 3
Karaikudi antique market
Shops of furniture, brass and curios from old Chettiar homes.
Tour Overview
Chettinad is the home of the Nattukottai Chettiars, merchant bankers who built hundreds of grand mansions with Burma teak, Italian marble and Japanese tiles in their villages around Karaikudi. It is also known for its fiery cuisine.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Bangalore. The route runs Bangalore → Karaikudi → Bangalore, about 824 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 Chettinad Tour from Bangalore
- Kanadukathan mansions
- Chettinad Palace
- Chettinad cuisine
- Pillayarpatti Karpaga Vinayagar Temple
- Athangudi tile workshop
- Karaikudi antique market
Inclusions in the Chettinad Tour Package
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Bangalore 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 Chettinad 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
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 Chettinad Tour
Best time to visit: October–March
Route: Bangalore → Karaikudi → Bangalore (about 824 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Karaikudi and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Karaikudi, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Bangalore. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹14,240 | ₹11,120 | ₹10,300 |
| 33 Persons | ₹11,420 | ₹10,090 | ₹9,270 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹10,190 | ₹8,970 | ₹8,150 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹9,360 | ₹8,460 | ₹7,640 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹7,900 | ₹7,860 | ₹7,050 |
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 Karaikudi and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Kanadukathan mansions
- Chettinad Palace
- Chettinad cuisine
- Pillayarpatti Karpaga Vinayagar Temple
- Athangudi tile workshop
- Karaikudi antique market
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
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Bangalore 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
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: October–March
Route: Bangalore → Karaikudi → Bangalore (about 824 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Karaikudi and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Karaikudi, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
3 days and 2 nights. It starts from Bangalore on day 1 and you are back in Bangalore on day 3. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Bangalore → Karaikudi → Bangalore. That is about 824 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹10,300 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹7,050 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 Bangalore 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 Karaikudi and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
October–March.
