13 days in Chennai & Coimbatore Itinerary

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

Get in touch with nature at Nature & Wildlife Tours and Breezy Beach. Discover out-of-the-way places like Elliot's Beach and Arulmigu Aadhi Vyadhi Hara Bhaktha Anjaneyar Temple. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Marundeeswarar Temple, pause for some serene contemplation at Armenian Church, admire the striking features of Rockfort Temple, and make a trip to Ayappan Temple.

For traveler tips, reviews, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Chennai road trip planning app.

Washington DC, USA to Chennai is an approximately 22.5-hour flight. You'll lose 10.5 hours traveling from Washington DC to Chennai due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Washington DC in June, expect Chennai to be a bit warmer, temps between 99°F and 80°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Coimbatore.

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

Get in touch with nature at Cairn Hill and Kannimara Teak. Discover out-of-the-way places like Kovai Kutralam Water Falls and Velliangiri Mountains. Get out of town with these interesting Coimbatore side-trips: All Saints Church (in Coonoor), Palakkad (Sree Viswanatha Swamy Temple, Kalpathy Temple, &more) and Honey & Bee Museum (in Ooty (Udhagamandalam)). There's still lots to do: take in the dramatic scenery at Siruvani Falls and Dam, get great views at Dharmalingeshwarar Temple, take in the spiritual surroundings of Mundhi Vinayagur Temple, and get out on two wheels at Triumph Expeditions Private Limited.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Coimbatore trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Chennai to Coimbatore takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train; or drive. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Chennai in June: high temperatures in Coimbatore hover around 90°F and lows are around 74°F. You will have some time to spend on the 27th (Sat) before leaving for home.