Coonoor Tour Package from Madurai (3 Days)
3-day Coonoor tour from Madurai: Coonoor. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab or bus. From ₹6,770 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
12° – 18°C
November in Coonoor

Description
3-day Coonoor tour from Madurai: Coonoor. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab or bus. From ₹6,770 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 5 handpicked stops, including Sim's Park, Lamb's Rock, Dolphin's Nose and more. October–June 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 Coonoor. 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 Coonoor
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 10°C – 23°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Madurai to Coonoor
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Madurai in the morning. Drive from Madurai to Coonoor (about 273 km, 5 hrs 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Coonoor. Overnight stay in Coonoor.
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: Madurai to Coonoor
273 km · ~5h 48m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Madurai
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near ChinnakkampalaiyamAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
123 km · 2h 28m drive from previous stop
Arrive in CoonoorCoonoor, 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: Madurai to Coonoor
273 km · ~6h 4m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Madurai
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Madurai. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Madurai → Coonoor
AC Seater / Volvo · ~273 km
~6h 4m|Tentative fare ₹300–₹810
Usual tea / meal halts: Periyapatti (~170 km)
- Arrive in Coonoor
Coonoor, 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: Madurai to Coonoor
Nearest railway stations: Madurai Jn for Madurai, Wellington for Coonoor.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 9h 40m in total
Change trains at Coimbatore North — about 2h 10m wait
1 change · 9h 40m in total
Change trains at Coimbatore North — about 2h 10m wait
1 change · 11h 3m in total
Change trains at Kaveri — about 2h 6m 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.
Up the ghat to Coonoor
After breakfast, set out for a full day of sightseeing (about 15 km by cab). In the morning, visit Sim's Park. After lunch, go on to Lamb's Rock. Return to the hotel in Coonoor. Overnight stay in Coonoor.
- 1
Sim's Park
A terraced botanical garden of the 1870s.
- 2
Lamb's Rock
A cliff viewpoint over the plains.
Dolphin's Nose and the tea gardens
See Dolphin's Nose and the Catherine Falls across the valley, stop at a tea factory for a tasting, and take a short ride on the Nilgiri toy train between Coonoor and Ooty if seats are free. Then the drive home. Drive from Coonoor to Madurai (about 272 km, 5 hrs 30 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Madurai. 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: Coonoor to Madurai
272 km · ~5h 46m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Coonoor
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.
122 km · 2h 26m drive from previous stop
Arrive in MaduraiMadurai, 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: Coonoor to Madurai
272 km · ~6h 3m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Coonoor
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Coonoor. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Coonoor → Madurai
AC Seater / Volvo · ~272 km
~6h 3m|Tentative fare ₹300–₹810
Usual tea / meal halts: Palani (~170 km)
- Arrive in Madurai
Madurai, 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: Coonoor to Madurai
Nearest railway stations: Wellington for Coonoor, Madurai Jn for Madurai.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 10h 7m in total
Change trains at Coimbatore North — about 3h 39m wait
1 change · 10h 7m in total
Change trains at Coimbatore North — about 3h 39m wait
1 change · 12h 2m in total
Change trains at Kaveri — about 4h 36m 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
Dolphin's Nose
A rock viewpoint over a deep valley.
- 2
Tea factory
Watch Nilgiri tea made and taste it.
- 3
Nilgiri Mountain Railway
The toy train of the Nilgiris.
Tour Overview
Two days in Coonoor, the quieter tea town of the Nilgiris: Sim's Park, Lamb's Rock, Dolphin's Nose and a tea factory, with a ride on the toy train if seats are free.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Madurai. The route runs Madurai → Coonoor → Madurai, about 545 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Coonoor Tour from Madurai
- Sim's Park
- Lamb's Rock
- Dolphin's Nose
- Tea factory
- Nilgiri Mountain Railway
Inclusions in the Coonoor Tour Package
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Madurai 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
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Coonoor 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 Coonoor Tour
Best time to visit: October–June
Route: Madurai → Coonoor → Madurai (about 545 km in all)
Before you go: The ghat road has 14 hairpin bends; carry something for motion sickness.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Coonoor, or similar.
Package Price: Cab or Bus
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Madurai. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus |
|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹13,660 | ₹10,020 |
| 33 Persons | ₹11,030 | ₹9,000 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹9,810 | ₹7,870 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹9,020 | ₹7,360 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹7,650 | ₹6,770 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
There is no railway station near this route, so there is no train option.
Route Map
Top Attractions
Sim's Park
Established in the 1870s, Sim's Park is a botanical garden in Coonoor spread over a natural amphitheater-like valley. It houses a diverse collection of exotic and native trees, shrubs, and ferns, and hosts an annual fruit and vegetable show in summer.
Lamb's Rock
A scenic viewpoint about 5 km from Coonoor, Lamb's Rock offers sweeping views of the Coimbatore plains, tea estates, and the surrounding Nilgiri slopes. The viewpoint is accessible by a short walk from the parking area, making it a popular spot for sunrise and sunset.
Dolphin's Nose
Dolphin's Nose is a striking rock promontory near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiri Hills, offering sweeping views of the surrounding valleys and the distant Catherine Falls. The viewpoint is a popular stop for those exploring the tea-covered landscapes of the Nilgiris, providing a sense of the region's dramatic topography.
Tea factory
Watch Nilgiri tea made and taste it.
Nilgiri Mountain Railway
The toy train of the Nilgiris.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–June 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 Madurai 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
- 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
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: October–June
Route: Madurai → Coonoor → Madurai (about 545 km in all)
Before you go: The ghat road has 14 hairpin bends; carry something for motion sickness.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Coonoor, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
3 days and 2 nights. It starts from Madurai on day 1 and you are back in Madurai on day 3.
Madurai → Coonoor → Madurai. That is about 545 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹10,020 per person (bus); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹6,770 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Madurai and back. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. The price table shows each option for your group size.
October–June.
The ghat road has 14 hairpin bends; carry something for motion sickness.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
Explore the places this package takes you to
