Palani and Kodaikanal from Karur
Palani and Kodaikanal from Karur
The Palani and Kodaikanal from Karur covers about 310 km of driving over 2–3 days. For 3 days with driver, a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹21,100–25,800 and a 49-seater coach ₹45,500–61,300 (as of Oct 2026).
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- Days
- 2–3 days
- Driving
- 310 km
- the whole loop
- Stops
- 2
- from Karur
- Fare from
- ₹21,100–25,800
- Tempo Traveller 17-seater, 3 days
Darshan at Murugan's hill temple in Palani, then two cool days in Kodaikanal, with one vehicle from Karur, Trichy or Erode.
How many are going?
Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits and its fare, from the tables on this page.
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)
Palani and Kodaikanal from Karur
₹21,100–25,800
Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 310 km loop one way · 3 days, round trip
Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
- Karur
- Palani
- Kodaikanal
Day-by-day plan (2–3 days)
Day 1: Karur to Palani and Kodaikanal164 km
Palani hill by winch or ropeway, then up the ghat road to Kodaikanal.
Day 2: Kodaikanal
The lake, Coaker's Walk, Pillar Rocks and the pine forest.
Day 3: Kodaikanal to Karur146 km
Down the hills and home.
What the circuit costs
About 310 km over 3 days with one vehicle and driver for the whole trip.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 3 days | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹18,000–22,700 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹21,100–25,800 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹24,300–30,600 | Get quotes |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 27–35 | ₹33,700–45,500 | Get quotes |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹45,500–61,300 | Get quotes |
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round 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. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
Cost per person
The 3-day fare split across every seat in the vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 12 | ₹1,500–1,890 |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 17 | ₹1,240–1,520 |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 26 | ₹930–1,180 |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 35 | ₹960–1,300 |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 49 | ₹930–1,250 |
Per person if every seat is filled (the Seats column); an estimate as of Oct 2026. Fewer people means a higher share each.
Which vehicle for your group
One vehicle and driver for the whole circuit; leave a seat or two spare for luggage.
| People | Vehicle | Full day (250 km), each |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Tempo Traveller 12-seater (9–12 seats) or Force Urbania (luxury van) (10–17 seats) | ₹5,800–7,400 |
| 17 | Tempo Traveller 17-seater (13–17 seats) or Force Urbania (luxury van) (10–17 seats) | ₹6,800–8,400 |
| 26 | Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater (18–26 seats) | ₹7,900–10,000 |
| 35 | Mini Bus 28–35 seater (27–35 seats) | ₹11,000–15,000 |
| 49 | AC Coach 40–49 seater (36–49 seats) | ₹15,000–20,200 |
Sizes come from the seats each vehicle class carries; leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips. Day fares are indicative, with driver allowance and 5% GST.
Good to know
- Thaipusam (January–February) is Palani's busiest time.
Operators for Palani and Kodaikanal from Karur
Approved operators who take groups to Palani and Kodaikanal from Karur. Ask for quotes here: your request reaches them through the platform and you compare itemised offers.
Saravanabhava Translinks
Vehicle Owner
Karur, Tamil Nadu
Fleet details on request
Nalkco Trip Mentors
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Palakkad, Kerala
178 km by road from Karur
2 vehicles · 16 seats
- Replies in ~10 min
R M A Travels
Vehicle Owner
Puducherry
260 km by road from Karur
Fleet details on request
Seventree holidays
Vehicle Owner
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Serves Karur
Fleet details on request
Questions groups ask
How many days do you need for Palani and Kodaikanal from Karur?
2–3 days. Over 3 days: day 1: Karur to Palani and Kodaikanal; day 2: Kodaikanal; day 3: Kodaikanal to Karur.
How far is the Palani and Kodaikanal from Karur circuit?
About 310 km of driving in total. The longest day is day 1 (Karur to Palani and Kodaikanal), 164 km. Group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour with stops.
What does a Palani and Kodaikanal from Karur trip cost for a group?
For 3 days with driver: Tempo Traveller 12-seater ₹18,000–22,700; Tempo Traveller 17-seater ₹21,100–25,800; Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater ₹24,300–30,600; Mini Bus 28–35 seater ₹33,700–45,500; AC Coach 40–49 seater ₹45,500–61,300 (indicative, October 2026). Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
Which vehicle should we take?
12 people: Tempo Traveller 12-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van); 17 people: Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van); 26 people: Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater; 35 people: Mini Bus 28–35 seater; 49 people: AC Coach 40–49 seater. Leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips.