Courtallam (Kutralam) Falls Tour Package from Salem (2 Days)
2-day Courtallam tour from Salem: Courtallam. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹4,500 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
24° – 31°C
October in Courtallam (Kutralam) Falls

Description
2-day Courtallam tour from Salem: Courtallam. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹4,500 per person.
This 2 days 1 night itinerary covers 6 handpicked stops, including Main Falls (Peraruvi), Kutralanathar Temple, Five Falls and more. June–September (the falls are fullest in the monsoon) 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 Courtallam. 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 Courtallam (Kutralam) Falls
Best time: December, January, July, FebruaryAverage temperature range: 21°C – 38°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Salem to Courtallam
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Salem in the morning. Drive from Salem to Courtallam (about 384 km, 7 hrs 45 min). Check in at your hotel in Courtallam. Check in and bathe at the Main Falls (Peraruvi), where separate areas are marked for men and women. Visit the Kutralanathar temple beside the falls, then the Five Falls, where the stream splits into five. Bathing may be stopped for safety after heavy rain, so check at the gate. Overnight stay in Courtallam.
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: Salem to Courtallam
384 km · ~8h 21m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Salem
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near OddanchathiramAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near RajapalayamAbout 300 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
84 km · 1h 41m drive from previous stop
Arrive in CourtallamCourtallam, 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: Salem to Courtallam
384 km · ~8h 32m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Salem
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Salem. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Salem → Courtallam
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~384 km
~8h 32m|Tentative fare ₹420–₹1,130
Usual tea / meal halts: Oddanchathiram (~170 km)
- Arrive in Courtallam
Courtallam, 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: Salem to Courtallam
Nearest railway stations: Salem Jn for Salem, Sengottai for Courtallam.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 10h 8m in total
Change trains at Dindigul Jn — about 1h 20m wait
1 change · 10h 8m in total
Change trains at Madurai Jn — about 1h 20m wait
1 change · 11h 10m in total
Change trains at Madurai Jn — about 2h 25m 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
Main Falls (Peraruvi)
The largest of the falls, about 60 m high, with bathing areas at its foot.
- 2
Kutralanathar Temple
A Shiva temple next to the Main Falls.
- 3
Five Falls
A fall that divides into five streams.
Tenkasi and back to Salem
Take an early bath at Old Courtallam falls, then visit the Kasi Viswanathar temple in Tenkasi, with its tall gopuram, and the hilltop Thirumalai Kovil temple at Panpoli before leaving. Drive from Courtallam to Salem (about 383 km, 7 hrs 45 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Salem. 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: Courtallam to Salem
383 km · ~8h 20m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Courtallam
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near AndippattiAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near VegaraiAbout 300 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
83 km · 1h 40m drive from previous stop
Arrive in SalemSalem, 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: Courtallam to Salem
383 km · ~8h 31m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Courtallam
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Courtallam. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Courtallam → Salem
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~383 km
~8h 31m|Tentative fare ₹420–₹1,120
Usual tea / meal halts: Devadanapatti (~170 km)
- Arrive in Salem
Salem, 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: Courtallam to Salem
Nearest railway stations: Sengottai for Courtallam, Salem Jn for Salem.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 10h 11m in total
Change trains at Virudunagar Jn — about 1h 20m wait
1 change · 10h 15m in total
Change trains at Virudunagar Jn — about 1h 32m wait
1 change · 12h 13m in total
Change trains at Virudunagar Jn — about 1h 27m 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
Old Courtallam Falls
A quieter fall with a natural pool.
- 2
Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Tenkasi
A 15th-century Pandya temple with a 180-foot gopuram.
- 3
Thirumalai Kovil, Panpoli
A Murugan temple on a hill reached by steps, with a view of the Ghats.
Tour Overview
Courtallam (Kutralam), at the foot of the Western Ghats near Tenkasi, is called the "Spa of South India" for its many waterfalls, where people bathe in water believed to be good for health.
This 2-day, 1-night package starts and ends in Salem. The route runs Salem → Courtallam → Salem, about 767 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 Courtallam Tour from Salem
- Main Falls (Peraruvi)
- Kutralanathar Temple
- Five Falls
- Old Courtallam Falls
- Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Tenkasi
- Thirumalai Kovil, Panpoli
Inclusions in the Courtallam Tour Package
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Salem 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 Courtallam 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 Courtallam Tour
Best time to visit: June–September (the falls are fullest in the monsoon)
Route: Salem → Courtallam → Salem (about 767 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Tirunelveli and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Courtallam, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Salem. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹12,100 | ₹7,490 | ₹6,710 |
| 33 Persons | ₹9,030 | ₹6,660 | ₹5,870 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹8,250 | ₹6,060 | ₹5,270 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹7,460 | ₹5,720 | ₹4,930 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹5,970 | ₹5,290 | ₹4,500 |
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 Tirunelveli and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Main Falls (Peraruvi)
- Kutralanathar Temple
- Five Falls
- Old Courtallam Falls
- Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Tenkasi
- Thirumalai Kovil, Panpoli
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
June–September (the falls are fullest in the monsoon) 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 Salem 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
- Light jacket or sweater
- Umbrella or raincoat
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: June–September (the falls are fullest in the monsoon)
Route: Salem → Courtallam → Salem (about 767 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Tirunelveli and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Courtallam, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
2 days and 1 night. It starts from Salem on day 1 and you are back in Salem on day 2. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Salem → Courtallam → Salem. That is about 767 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹6,710 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹4,500 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 Salem 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 Tirunelveli and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
June–September (the falls are fullest in the monsoon).
