Coimbatore Tour Packages
Coimbatore is a textile and engineering hub and the gateway to the Nilgiris, but it is worth a stop for the Isha Yoga Centre's giant Adiyogi statue at the foot of the Velliangiri hills and the Marudhamalai temple.
Coimbatore at a glance
- LocationTamil Nadu, India
- Time zoneIndian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
- Driving sideLeft
- Calling code+91
- CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
- LanguagesTamil
- Ideal stay1 day
- Getting thereCoimbatore International Airport (CJB)
Best time to visit: October to March
Top Coimbatore travel packages
A few of our Coimbatore itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Essential tips for travelling to Coimbatore
UPI and cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels; keep some cash for small shops, rural areas, hill towns and tips.
Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
112 (all emergencies)
Languages spoken: Tamil.
Chennai, Madurai, Coimbatore, Tiruchirappalli and Thoothukudi have airports. Trains link every major town, and a car with driver is the easiest way to string temples together.
Most large temples ask men to remove shirts in the inner sanctum and everyone to remove footwear; carry socks for hot stone floors.
Temple inner shrines usually close for a few hours in the early afternoon, so plan visits for the morning or evening.
Time an Adiyogi visit for the evening when the light show runs (check the schedule).
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Coimbatore is a textile and engineering hub and the gateway to the Nilgiris, but it is worth a stop for the Isha Yoga Centre's giant Adiyogi statue at the foot of the Velliangiri hills and the Marudhamalai temple.
Highlights include Adiyogi Shiva statue (Isha Yoga Centre), Marudhamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Kovai Kutralam Falls. Local food worth trying: Kongunad cuisine, Arisi paruppu sadam and Sweet shop specialities. Plan 1 day here; it suits transit stopovers, pilgrims. Our Coimbatore itineraries run from 4 to 4 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
October to March. Pleasant days; the city is cooler than most of the Tamil plains year-round.
How to reach Coimbatore
- By air: Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)
- By rail: Coimbatore Junction, a major rail hub
- By road: Well connected to Kerala and the Nilgiris by road
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
4D / 3NCoimbatore · ValparaiValparai Wildlife & Tea Retreat
Drive the forty hairpin bends into the Anaimalai Hills for lion-tailed macaques, hornbills and quiet tea estates, starting with Coimbatore's Adiyogi.
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4D / 3NCoimbatore · OotyCoimbatore & Ooty Team Offsite
A short team offsite: meetings in Coimbatore, then two nights in the Nilgiris with a resort meeting room, a tea-estate walk and the toy train.
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Top things to see in Coimbatore
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CoimbatoreForest waterfall near Siruvani (check opening status)
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Wildlife in Coimbatore
CoimbatoreMuseum of forestry and wildlife
Sightings depend on season and luck and are never guaranteed. Keep your distance, stay with licensed guides and never feed wild animals.
Cultural experiences in Coimbatore
Heritage and landmarks
CoimbatoreHilltop Murugan temple with city views
CoimbatoreOld temple with carved halls
CoimbatoreMuseum of forestry and wildlife
Experiences
- Textile shopping
On the menuFood to try
- Kongunad cuisine
- Arisi paruppu sadam
- Sweet shop specialities
Coimbatore travel tips
Visa and entry
Indian citizens do not need a visa; carry a government photo ID such as Aadhaar or a passport for hotels and flights.
Health and safety
Travel insurance is a good idea, especially for adventure activities. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Best time to visit
October to March. Pleasant days; the city is cooler than most of the Tamil plains year-round.
Getting around
Chennai, Madurai, Coimbatore, Tiruchirappalli and Thoothukudi have airports. Trains link every major town, and a car with driver is the easiest way to string temples together.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack a light jacket or sweater for cool evenings, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and swimwear, modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Mobile data is good in towns and cities.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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