Yercaud Three-Day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Explore Yercaud Nature
   Start your day at the Pagoda Point(6.5 km, 14 min drive from the city center), which overlooks the wonderful Yercaud hills and offers a beautiful view of the valley. Followed by visiting the Killiyur Falls (7.5 km, 15 min drive from Pagoda Point), which offers an amazing sight during the monsoon season. And then head to the Bear's Cave (9.2 km, 18 mins drive from Killiyur Falls), the cave has a unique natural formation that looks stunning.

   Pagoda Point is a perfect spot to start your day and a must-visit for nature lovers. This viewpoint gives you a captivating view of the valley that stretched out in front of you. Killiyur Falls is a marvel of nature situated in the valley of the Shervaroyan Hills. The cave is a small cave located near the Norton Bungalow, and it is one of the best places that offer a thrilling experience amidst nature.

2. Day 2: Historical Tour
   Begin your day with the most famous attraction in Yercaud, Shevaroy Temple (2.7 km, 8 min drive from the city center), a historical temple with a plethora of offerings to the denizens. The temple is followed by Kiliyur Falls (6.4 km, 11 min drive from Shevaroy Temple), a surreal valley that takes you in an era that is so far away. Then head to the Silver Cascade Falls (4.5 km, 9 min drive from Kiliyur Falls) a beautiful waterfall with 1ft wide stream that falls down from a height of 180 feet- it's a sight to behold! 

   The Shevaroy Temple is a revered temple on top of a hill, surrounded by a beautiful landscape. Kiliyur Falls is a breathtaking waterfalls that originates from the Shevaroy hills. Finally, wrap up your day by witnessing the surreal views of the Silver Cascade Falls.

3. Day 3: Religious Visits
   Begin your day with a visit to one of the largest temples in Yercaud, Arulmigu Sri Raja Rajeswari Temple (14 km, 25 mins drive from the city center). Offering traditional architecture, the temple is believed to have been built in the year 2000. After that head to Kottachedu Teak Forest (23 km, 1 h 15 min drive from the temple) and enjoy the scenic views of the forest bark and the lush greenery around. Finally, head to the famous 32-km Loop Road (9.4 km, 16 min drive from Kottachedu Forest) - a powerful spiritual experience from the dense forest, layers of mist that encapsulate it.

   The Arulmigu Sri Raja Rajeswari Temple, the praying spot for many locals in Yercaud, is one of the most sacred places in Yercaud, with a calm and serene atmosphere. Kottachedu Teak Forest is a dense forest and is home to varied species of bamboo and teak trees. 32-km Loop Road is perfect for religious travelers as it is located amidst lush greenery, and the calm environment genuinely orders for meditation and tranquil.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Pagoda Point (30min - Free)
• Killiyur Falls (1h - Free)
• Bear's Cave (30min - Free)
• Shevaroy Temple (30min - Free)
• Silver Cascade Falls (1h - Free)
• Arulmigu Sri Raja Rajeswari Temple (1h - Free)
• Kottachedu Teak Forest (1h 30min - Free)
• 32-km Loop Road (1h - Free)
Total Estimated Costs: Free

Useful Tips

If you have more time, there are plenty of enchanting places to visit in Yercaud, such as Karadiyur Viewpoint, Lady's Seat, and Rose Garden. If you have less time, you can explore Shevaroy Hills instead. It's always best to visit the places early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the crowd. Wear comfortable footwear and carry water when you go for trekking. Lastly, make sure to double-check the places' opening and closing time to avoid any disappointment.