Vellore & Yelagiri Tour Package: Fort, Temple and Hill Station in One Trip
A 16th-century fort with a temple inside it, then up 14 hairpin bends to the cool orchards and lake of Yelagiri.
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- Bus, car or Tempo Traveller
- Families & groups
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Why visit Vellore & Yelagiri
Vellore Fort was built around 1566 by Chinna Bommi Nayak and Thimma Reddy Nayak, chieftains under the Vijayanagara Empire. Its granite walls and wide moat are still almost complete, and inside them stands the Jalakandeswarar Temple, famous for its carved mandapam.
After the fort we head up to Yelagiri, a small hill station at about 1,410 m, surrounded by orchards, rose gardens and green valleys. It is quieter than Ooty or Kodaikanal — perfect for a short, easy break.
Choose how you travel
| Vehicle | Fare per person | Group size |
|---|---|---|
| Bus | ₹390 | Minimum 20 people (only when a group is formed) |
| Car | ₹750 | Minimum 4 people |
| Qualis / Tavera | ₹690 | Minimum 8 people |
Fares are per person. Entry tickets, special darshan and meals are not included unless stated.
Places covered on the Vellore & Yelagiri tour
Vellore Fort
A 16th-century Vijayanagara fort with a moat and museum.
Jalakandeswarar Temple
A Shiva temple inside the fort, with a superb carved mandapam.
Yelagiri Lake (Punganoor)
Boating, a park for kids and a musical fountain.
Yelagiri Hills
Orchards, viewpoints, paragliding and the Swamimalai trek.
Tips for a smooth temple trip
Start early
Temples are calmer and cooler in the morning, and most close for a few hours after noon.
Dress modestly
Traditional clothes are best. Some temples do not allow shorts or sleeveless tops.
Travel light
Leave valuables at home. Footwear is left outside temples, so wear easy slip-ons.
Vellore & Yelagiri tour: FAQs
How much does the Vellore & Yelagiri tour cost?
From ₹390 per person by bus (minimum 20, only when a group is formed), ₹690 per person by Qualis/Tavera (minimum 8) and ₹750 per person by car (minimum 4).
What is covered on this tour?
Vellore Fort and its museum, the Jalakandeswarar Temple, Yelagiri Lake and the Yelagiri hill viewpoints. The Sripuram Golden Temple can be added.
Can we add the Sripuram Golden Temple?
Yes. It is about 8 km from Vellore Fort. Mobile phones and cameras are not allowed inside.
What is there to do in Yelagiri?
Boating at Punganoor Lake, the nature park and musical fountain, the Swamimalai trek, orchards and seasonal paragliding.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes. The fort, the lake and the parks at Yelagiri are great for families with kids.
Can we stay overnight at Yelagiri?
Yes. Make it a 2-day trip with a night at a Yelagiri resort. Ask us for options.
Book the Vellore & Yelagiri tour
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