Chettinad Karaikudi Tour Package from Coimbatore (2 Days)
2-day Chettinad tour from Coimbatore: Karaikudi. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹4,100 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
25° – 32°C
October in Chettinad Karaikudi

Description
2-day Chettinad tour from Coimbatore: Karaikudi. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹4,100 per person.
This 2 days 1 night 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 1-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.
Weather in Chettinad Karaikudi
Best time: January, December, February, MarchAverage temperature range: 21°C – 36°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Coimbatore to Chettinad
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Coimbatore in the morning. Drive from Coimbatore to Karaikudi (about 257 km, 5 hrs). Check in at your hotel in Karaikudi. Check in at a heritage hotel or homestay and have a proper Chettinad lunch on a banana leaf. In the afternoon, walk the streets of Kanadukathan to see the great mansions, including the Chettinad Palace from outside, and visit one of the houses open to visitors with its pillared courtyards and egg-plaster walls. 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: Coimbatore to Karaikudi
257 km · ~5h 28m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Coimbatore
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near DindigulAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
107 km · 2h 8m 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: Coimbatore to Karaikudi
257 km · ~5h 43m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Coimbatore
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Coimbatore. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Coimbatore → Karaikudi
AC Seater / Volvo · ~257 km
~5h 43m|Tentative fare ₹280–₹770
Usual tea / meal halts: Vadamadurai (~170 km)
- 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: Coimbatore to Karaikudi
Nearest railway stations: Coimbatore North for Coimbatore, Karaikkudi Junction for Karaikudi.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 10h 5m in total
Change trains at Tiruchirappalli — about 2h 10m wait
1 change · 11h 15m in total
Change trains at Tiruchirappalli — about 5h wait
1 change · 13h 7m in total
Change trains at Ponmalai Golden Rock — about 5h 54m 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
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 Coimbatore
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 Coimbatore (about 256 km, 5 hrs), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Coimbatore. 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 Coimbatore
256 km · ~5h 27m · About 5h 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 & refuel near PalaniAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
106 km · 2h 7m drive from previous stop
Arrive in CoimbatoreCoimbatore, 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: Karaikudi to Coimbatore
256 km · ~5h 41m · 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 → Coimbatore
AC Seater / Volvo · ~256 km
~5h 41m|Tentative fare ₹280–₹770
Usual tea / meal halts: Dharapuram (~170 km)
- Arrive in Coimbatore
Coimbatore, 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: Karaikudi to Coimbatore
Nearest railway stations: Karaikkudi Junction for Karaikudi, Coimbatore North for Coimbatore.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 10h 26m in total
Change trains at Tiruchirappalli — about 3h 30m wait
1 change · 10h 53m in total
Change trains at Tiruchirappalli — about 4h 30m wait
1 change · 11h 40m in total
Change trains at Tiruchirappalli — about 4h 55m 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 2-day, 1-night package starts and ends in Coimbatore. The route runs Coimbatore → Karaikudi → Coimbatore, about 513 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 Coimbatore
- Kanadukathan mansions
- Chettinad Palace
- Chettinad cuisine
- Pillayarpatti Karpaga Vinayagar Temple
- Athangudi tile workshop
- Karaikudi antique market
Inclusions in the Chettinad Tour Package
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Coimbatore 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
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 Chettinad Tour
Best time to visit: October–March
Route: Coimbatore → Karaikudi → Coimbatore (about 513 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 2 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 Coimbatore. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹8,840 | ₹6,490 | ₹6,310 |
| 33 Persons | ₹6,850 | ₹5,660 | ₹5,480 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹6,180 | ₹5,050 | ₹4,880 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹5,640 | ₹4,710 | ₹4,540 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹4,650 | ₹4,280 | ₹4,100 |
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 2 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
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Coimbatore 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: Coimbatore → Karaikudi → Coimbatore (about 513 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 2 days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Karaikudi, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
2 days and 1 night. It starts from Coimbatore on day 1 and you are back in Coimbatore on day 2. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Coimbatore → Karaikudi → Coimbatore. That is about 513 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹6,310 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹4,100 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 Coimbatore 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 2 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
October–March.
