{"id":160220,"date":"2026-04-28T15:51:29","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T10:21:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/?p=160220"},"modified":"2026-04-28T16:09:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T10:39:54","slug":"https-www-thomascook-in-blog-india-holidays-hill-stations-to-visit-in-south-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/default-category\/https-www-thomascook-in-blog-india-holidays-hill-stations-to-visit-in-south-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Hill stations in South India to visit in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"pld-like-dislike-wrap pld-template-1\">\r\n    <div class=\"pld-like-wrap  pld-common-wrap\">\r\n    <a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"pld-like-trigger pld-like-dislike-trigger  \" title=\"\" data-post-id=\"160220\" data-trigger-type=\"like\" data-restriction=\"cookie\" data-already-liked=\"0\">\r\n                        <i class=\"fas fa-thumbs-up\"><\/i>\r\n                <\/a>\r\n    <span class=\"pld-like-count-wrap pld-count-wrap\">0    <\/span>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"pld-dislike-wrap  pld-common-wrap\">\r\n    <a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"pld-dislike-trigger pld-like-dislike-trigger  \" title=\"\" data-post-id=\"160220\" data-trigger-type=\"dislike\" data-restriction=\"cookie\" data-already-liked=\"0\">\r\n                        <i class=\"fas fa-thumbs-down\"><\/i>\r\n                <\/a>\r\n    <span class=\"pld-dislike-count-wrap pld-count-wrap\">0<\/span>\r\n<\/div><\/div><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of India\u2019s most enchanting hill stations are located in the Southern parts of India. The striking feature about these hill stations is their mist-covered mountains, lush gardens, and a very cool climate that is ideal for all the tourists and even for the residents. The most famous <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hill stations in South India,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as Coorg, Ooty, Kodaikanal and Munnar, are nestled among the western and eastern Ghats. These hill stations are known for their tranquil beauty, serene landscape and pristine atmosphere. The hill stations of South India provide a blend of colonial charm and cultural biodiversity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section-1\"><b>List of Best <\/b><b>hill stations in South India\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If we talk about the most serene and picturesque destinations of the country, these are the hill stations of South India, which offer the perfect escape into nature and its beauty. Some of the best hill stations of South India are:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Munnar, Kerala<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-157093\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/3-4.jpg\" alt=\"Munnar\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/3-4.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/3-4-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this famous hill station located in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/holidays\/india-tour-packages\/kerala-tour-packages\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kerala<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is famous for its Misty mountain peaks and tea plantation. The tea plantation fields are so beautiful that it appears as if a wide and broad green carpet is stretched along thousands of kilometres. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/holidays\/india-tour-packages\/munnar-tour-packages\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Munnar<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Kerala is home to a very famous national Park called Eravikulam, and is the best romantic getaway during the winter season.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Coorg, Karnataka<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-157131\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2-7.jpg\" alt=\"Coorg\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2-7.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2-7-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">because of its broad, stretched, lush green mountain peaks, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/holidays\/india-tour-packages\/coorg-tour-packages\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coorg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Karnataka is also known as the \u201cScotland of India\u201d. The city of Coorg is famous for its coffee plantation and cosy, homestay options available at an affordable and budgeted price. This hill station is a perfect blend of nature, culture, Tranquility, adventure, and peace.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Ooty, Tamil Nadu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-157555\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Ooty-Lake.jpg\" alt=\"Ooty Lake\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Ooty-Lake.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Ooty-Lake-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> another famous hill station of South India, with a colonial charm, is located in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/holidays\/india-tour-packages\/ooty-tour-packages\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ooty<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Tamil Nadu. This hill station is very famous for its toy trains and cable rides. The famous botanical Garden of Ooty in Tamil Nadu is a perfect getaway for families and even for honeymoon couples. The pristine rivers, the lush green forest, and the beautiful Riverside cafes make it a perfect Hill Station destination for visitors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Wayanad, Kerala<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-157140\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/11-1.jpg\" alt=\"Wayanad\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/11-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/11-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a hill station in South India, which is famous for its wildlife, waterfalls and beautiful dense forest, is in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/holidays\/india-tour-packages\/wayanad-tour-packages\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wayanad<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Kerala. People adore this hill station for its ancient carvings on the caves. This hill station is mostly loved by offbeat travellers and nature lovers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-157135\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/6-7.jpg\" alt=\"Kodaikanal\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/6-7.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/6-7-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this is a very famous hill station of South India and is also known as the princess of Hill stations. This hill station is famous for its school climate and scenic Lakeside views.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section-2\"><b>Popular Hill Station In South India not to miss<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The lush greenery, the scenic landscapes, and the beautiful cafes together make The Hill stations of South India very famous amongst the people of our country. These are the perfect escape from the heat and hustle and bustle of city life. The hill stations of South India are very famous, from the popular Munnar and Ooty to quieter Coonoor and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/holidays\/india-tour-packages\/yercaud-tour-packages\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yercaud<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The Hill stations of South India have in store for all kinds of travellers &#8211; weather, romance, adventure for the one seeking Tranquility. Some of the popular<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> hill stations in South India <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are given below. There are many factors why these hill stations are listed as <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">popular hill station in south india<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. Coonoor <\/strong>&#8211;<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-160156\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Coonoor.jpg\" alt=\"Coonoor\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Coonoor.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Coonoor-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/holidays\/india-tour-packages\/coonoor-tour-packages\">Coonoor<\/a> \u00a0in Tamil Nadu is a less crowded and quieter hill station than Ooty and Coorg. This is a very <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">popular hill station in South India<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This hill station is best for travellers who wish to have a peaceful escape and want to enjoy the serene landscape and the tea plantation views.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>2.<\/strong> <strong>Yercaud<\/strong> &#8211;<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-160158\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Yercaud.jpg\" alt=\"Yercaud\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Yercaud.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Yercaud-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Yercaud in Tamil Nadu is another very <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">popular hill station in South India, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">known as the budget hill station of South India. The sales station is very famous for its coffee, plantations, orange fruit, and pleasant weather. If you are looking forward to having a short and peaceful trip to a hill station, Yercaud in Tamil Nadu is a perfect choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>3. Chikmagalur<\/strong>&#8211;<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-155955\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Chikmagalur.jpg\" alt=\"Chikmagalur\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Chikmagalur.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Chikmagalur-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Chikmagalur in Karnataka is most commonly referred to as the birthplace of coffee in India and is amongst the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best hill station in South India <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This Hill station is for trekking lovers, and you can enjoy the beautiful panoramic views of lush Green Forest and the windy peaks. For all the adventure lovers and nature seekers, Chikmagalur and Karnataka are a must-visit destination.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>0 0 Some of India\u2019s most enchanting hill stations are located in the Southern parts of India. 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