Chennai to Yercaud by Urbania
The "poor man's Ooty" is anything but poor in views — 20 hairpin bends climb through coffee estates to a quiet lake town that is perfect for a 2-day Urbania getaway.
A glimpse from our recent trips across this route.
01The Route
Getting there
NH44 to Salem, then the 20-hairpin ghat road — our chauffeurs drive this climb every week.
Top highlights
- Yercaud Lake boating
- Lady's Seat viewpoint
- Pagoda Point
- Shevaroy Temple
- Coffee & spice estate walks
- Killiyur Falls
02Suggested Itinerary
The 2-day plan we recommend
A starting point — swap halts, add temples, extend a day.
Day 1: morning drive to Salem, ghat climb, lake boating and Anna Park in the evening
Day 2: sunrise at Lady's Seat and Pagoda Point, estate visit, descend after lunch and return to Chennai
Yercaud is the closest hill station to Chennai — the best value 2-day mountain trip in the catalogue.
03Fare Estimate
Chennai to Yercaud — all five variants
Estimates at minimum billing. Final quote in writing before you pay.
| Urbania variant | Seats | Rate | Billed kms* | Estimated fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Urbania | 12 / 14 / 16 Seater | ₹38/km | 730 km | ₹27,740 |
| Premium Urbania | 12 / 15 Seater | ₹45/km | 730 km | ₹32,850 |
| Luxury Urbania | 9 / 10 Seater | ₹55/km | 730 km | ₹40,150 |
| Luxury Urbania — Massage Seats | 9 / 10 Seater | ₹60/km | 730 km | ₹43,800 |
| Ultra Luxury Urbania | 8 / 9 Seater | ₹65/km | 730 km | ₹47,450 |
*Billed kilometres = actual round-trip distance or 300 km × 2 days, whichever is higher (≈730 km round trip). Driver bata, toll, parking and permits extra at actuals. Final quote shared in writing before booking.
04Nearby Routes