Coimbatore, Palani & the forests · Gateway to the Nilgiris and Adiyogi
Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi) group trip guide
Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi): Gateway to the Nilgiris and Adiyogi in Coimbatore, Palani & the forests, Tamil Nadu. From Palakkad it is 56 km by road, 1.5–2.5 hours with stops. Groups give it 1 day. A 17-seater tempo traveller with driver from Palakkad costs ₹6,800–8,400 for a same-day round trip, as of Oct 2026.
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- From Palakkad
- 56 km by road
- Time to give it
- 1 day
- Best season
- October to March
- Fare from Palakkad
- ₹6,800–8,400 round trip (Oct 2026)
- Nearest airport
- Coimbatore (CJB)
Coimbatore is the gateway to Ooty and the mountain railway at Mettupalayam; the Marudamalai Murugan temple is on its western hills.
At the foot of the Velliangiri hills, the Isha Yoga Center is home to the giant Adiyogi Shiva bust.
How many are going?
Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits, and its fare to Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi) from each city, from the tables below.
Fits your group
Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van)
13–17 or 10–17 seats
₹6,800–8,400 for a full day (250 km)
Chennai → Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi)
₹31,000–38,200
Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 519 km one way · 3 days, round trip
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Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
Why groups go
The airport city for Ooty, Valparai and Palani, with Adiyogi as an evening outing.
Temples & pilgrimage
How far is Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi)
Road distance from our route catalog, one way.
| From | Road km | With stops | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai | 519 km | 10–12 h | – |
| Madurai | 210 km | 4–5 h | – |
| Tiruchirappalli | 246 km | 5–6 h | – |
| Karur | 136 km | 3–4 h | – |
| Palakkad | 56 km | 1.5–2.5 h | Route: Palakkad to Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi) |
Group fares from Palakkad
Round trip with driver, 1 day, by vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 1 day |
|---|---|---|
| SUV / Innova | 6–7 | ₹4,700–6,300 |
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹5,800–7,400 |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹6,800–8,400 |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹7,900–10,000 |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹15,000–20,200 |
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a day trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. State entry tax for crossing the border is not included yet; operators add it on the quote. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a day trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. State entry tax for crossing the border is not included yet; operators add it on the quote. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
When to go and how long
- Best season: October to March.
- Time to give it: 1 day.
- Who goes: Families, Pilgrims, Corporate groups.
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Circuits that include Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi)
Arriving from abroad or another state
- Nearest airport: Coimbatore (CJB).
- Nearest railway station: Coimbatore Junction.
- Operators quote the airport or station pickup with the whole trip: put your arrival in the request.
Operators for Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi)
Approved operators who take groups to Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi). Ask for quotes here: your request reaches them through the platform and you compare itemised offers.
Nalkco Trip Mentors
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Palakkad, Kerala
56 km by road from Coimbatore
2 vehicles · 16 seats
- Replies in ~10 min
Saravanabhava Translinks
Vehicle Owner
Karur, Tamil Nadu
136 km by road from Coimbatore
Fleet details on request
Seventree holidays
Vehicle Owner
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Serves Coimbatore
Fleet details on request
R M A Travels
Vehicle Owner
Puducherry
381 km by road from Coimbatore
Fleet details on request
Official pages and sources
Opening hours, tickets and permits change: check them on the official pages before you travel.
How booking works
- Post your trip onceDates, pickup, places and group size. It takes two minutes and costs nothing.
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- Book and pay the operatorAccept a quote and pay the operator an advance (25%) directly. No Yippigo fee: free until 31 December 2026.
Questions groups ask
Palakkad-la irundhu Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi)-ku evvalavu dooram? (How far is Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi) from Palakkad?)
56 km by road: 1.5–2.5 hours in a tempo traveller or bus with tea and meal stops (group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour, about 35 on ghat roads). Road distance from our route catalog.
Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi)-ku tempo traveller-ku evvalavu aagum? (What does a tempo traveller to Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi) cost?)
Round trip from Palakkad (56 km one way, 1 day) with driver: 17-seater ₹6,800–8,400, 40–49 seater bus ₹15,000–20,200. Indicative, as of Oct 2026; post the trip for the exact rate.
What does a group trip to Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi) cost?
Round trip from Palakkad with driver: SUV / Innova ₹4,700–6,300; Tempo Traveller 12-seater ₹5,800–7,400; Tempo Traveller 17-seater ₹6,800–8,400; Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater ₹7,900–10,000; AC Coach 40–49 seater ₹15,000–20,200. Indicative, as of October 2026, with driver allowance and 5% GST; hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
How many days do we need for Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi)?
1 day. With the drive from Palakkad, plan a day trip, or 2 days to see more in all. The airport city for Ooty, Valparai and Palani, with Adiyogi as an evening outing.
When is the best time to visit Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi)?
October to March.
Which vehicle for our group?
4 people: Sedan; 7 people: SUV / Innova; 12 people: Tempo Traveller 12-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 17 people: Tempo Traveller 17-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 26 people: Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater; 45 people: AC Coach 40–49 seater.
How do we reach Coimbatore (Isha, Adiyogi) from abroad?
Nearest airport: Coimbatore (CJB). Nearest railway station: Coimbatore Junction. Operators quote the airport pickup and the whole trip with a driver.
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