Yercaud: A 3-Day Hill Station Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Kiliyur Falls & Lady's Seat
    Time from Yercaud city center: 20 minutes (7.7 miles)

    Start your first day with a visit to the Kiliyur Falls, one of the must-visit places in Yercaud. You will be amazed by the sound of the waterfalls and the view it offers. Next, head to the Lady's Seat, a great viewpoint to witness the spectacular view of Yercaud town and the surrounding valleys. Enjoy a cup of tea and snacks at the local stalls and unwind for the day.

  2. Day 2: Emerald Lake & Pagoda Point
    Time from Lady's Seat: 30 minutes (7 miles)

    Start your day with breakfast at a local restaurant in Yercaud. Drive towards the Emerald Lake, which is surrounded by beautiful coffee plantations and offers boat rides for tourists. Then, head to the Pagoda Point, a great place to relax and soak in the beautiful views of the surrounding hills. Take a short trek to explore the hidden waterfall in the woods before calling it a day.

  3. Day 3: Shevaroy Hills & Botanical Garden
    Time from Pagoda Point: 25 minutes (6.1 miles)

    Start your day early to explore the Shevaroy Hills. The hills are home to several trekking trails, and you can enjoy nature's beauty while trekking. After a few hours, head to the Botanical Garden, which showcases a wide range of plant species that are unique to the area and admire the mesmerizing beauty of the garden. End your trip with a local delicacy from any of the street food stalls available in the vicinity of the garden.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kiliyur Falls (1 hour, free)
  • Lady's Seat (1 hour, free)
  • Breakfast (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Emerald Lake (2-3 hours, INR 300 for boating)
  • Pagoda Point (1 hour, free)
  • Trek to Hidden waterfall (1 hour, free)
  • Shevaroy Hills Trek (3-4 hours, free)
  • Botanical Garden (2-3 hours, INR 30 entry fee)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 530/person

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, you can visit other nearby places such as Bears Cave or Servarayan Temple. If you have fewer or more days, you can adjust the itinerary by adding or deleting places. Make sure to always check the opening and closing times of the tourist places before heading out. Keep yourselves warm enough as Yercaud is a hill station, and the temperature drops at night.

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