Travel Guide to Yercaud, Tamil Nadu

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🌲 Complete Travel Guide to Yercaud, Tamil Nadu




📍 Location: Shevaroy Hills, ~230 km from Bangalore

🗓️ Best Time to Visit: October to June (summer months are pleasant)

🚗 How to Reach Yercaud from Bangalore

By Car:

  • Distance: ~230 km

  • Time: 4.5 to 5.5 hours

  • Route: Bangalore → Hosur → Salem → Yercaud (20 hairpin bends)

By Train:

  • Nearest Station: Salem Junction (35 km)

  • From Salem: Taxi or bus to Yercaud

By Bus:

  • Buses available to Salem, then local transport to Yercaud

🌿 Top Places to Visit in Yercaud

1. Yercaud Lake

  • Boating, gardens, play area for kids

2. Pagoda Point

  • Stunning sunrise views

3. Lady’s Seat Viewpoint

  • Telescope house, sunset point

4. Botanical Garden

  • Orchidarium and exotic flora

5. Kiliyur Falls

  • Monsoon-fed falls, requires short trek

6. Shevaroy Temple

  • Located at the highest point of Yercaud

🏨 Budget Hotels in Yercaud (Family-Friendly)

✅ Hotel Shevaroys

  • Price: ₹2,500–₹3,500/night

  • Family cottages, kids' play area

✅ Grange Resort

  • Price: ₹3,500–₹4,500/night

  • Nature stay, campfire, plantation walks

✅ Great Trails Yercaud by GRT Hotels (Luxury)

  • Price: ₹6,000–₹8,000/night

  • Panoramic views, kids' zone, excellent food

🍽️ What to Eat in Yercaud

  • South Indian Thali, Pongal, and filter coffee

  • Jackfruit Biryani (local specialty)

Recommended Restaurants:

  • Sweet Rascal (quirky menu)

  • Silver Oak Restaurant

  • Dakshin Restaurant at GRT

🛋️ Sample Itinerary: 2 Nights / 3 Days

Day 1:

  • Arrive & check-in

  • Boating at Yercaud Lake, Botanical Garden

  • Dinner at Sweet Rascal

Day 2:

  • Sunrise at Pagoda Point

  • Kiliyur Falls & Shevaroy Temple

  • Evening at Lady’s Seat viewpoint

Day 3:

  • Leisure breakfast

  • Checkout & return to Bangalore

💸 Estimated Budget (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ExpenseAmount (INR)
Hotel (2N)₹5,000–₹7,000
Travel (Car/Fuel)₹3,000–₹4,000
Food₹2,000–₹3,000
Entry & Activities₹800–1,200
Miscellaneous₹1,000

Total: ₹11,800 – ₹16,200

✅ Travel Tips

  • Roads are steep; use lower gears

  • Avoid waterfalls during heavy rains (slippery trail)

  • Carry light woollens even in summer evenings

Yercaud is a quiet, charming hill retreat — perfect for a peaceful break filled with nature and misty sunrises!




⚠️ Disclaimer:
The information shared in this travel guide is for general reference only. While we strive to keep the content accurate and up-to-date, actual travel experiences may vary due to changes in local guidelines, weather, road conditions, pricing, or availability.

Please verify all bookings, routes, and activity details independently before your trip. We are not liable for any direct or indirect loss, inconvenience, or issues arising from reliance on this information.

Images used are for representation purposes only. Travelers are encouraged to respect local customs, maintain eco-conscious behavior, and prioritize personal safety.​

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