12 days in Coimbatore & Chennai Itinerary

Known throughout the country as a major industrial city, Coimbatore possesses a welcoming atmosphere and a growing cosmopolitanism.

Get outdoors at Pykara Lake and Siruvani Falls and Dam. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Gedee Car Museum and Attapadi Reserve Forest. Get out of town with these interesting Coimbatore side-trips: Ooty (Udhagamandalam) (Mukurti Peak, Pykara Falls, &more), Palakkad (Dhoni Waterfalls & Kava) and Bannari Amman Temple (in Bannari). There's lots more to do: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Velliangiri Mountains, do some two-wheel cruising with Triumph Expeditions Private Limited, buy something for everyone on your list at Brookefields Mall, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Arulmigu Koniamman Temple.

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Washington DC, USA to Coimbatore is an approximately 26-hour flight. You'll lose 10.5 hours traveling from Washington DC to Coimbatore due to the time zone difference. Prepare for warmer weather when traveling from Washington DC in November: high temperatures in Coimbatore hover around 87°F and lows are around 71°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Chennai.

Chennai, a city hailed for its vibrant atmosphere and historic attractions, remains one of the most visited places in India.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Covelong Beach and Anna Nagar Tower Park. Take a break from the city and head to Pancha Pandava Cave and Breezy Beach. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Chennai: Kailasanathar Temple (in Kanchipuram) and Trimurti Cave (in Mahabalipuram). And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Indian Institute Of Technology, Madras, take in the spiritual surroundings of Vadapalani Murugan Temple, take a stroll through Mylapore, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Elliot's Beach.

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You can fly from Coimbatore to Chennai in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train; or drive. In November, plan for daily highs up to 86°F, and evening lows to 73°F. You'll have a few hours on the 24th (Sun) to wrap things up before traveling home.