Navagraha Temples Tour Package from Bangalore – 3 Days / 2 Nights

We plan this Navagraha pilgrimage from Bangalore as a 3 Days / 2 Nights tour. Day 1 is mainly for travelling from Bangalore to Kumbakonam, Day 2 covers five Navagraha temples, and Day 3 covers the remaining four temples before the return journey to Bangalore. This provides a more practical schedule than trying to combine all nine temples with both long-distance journeys in 2 Days / 1 Night.

The tour covers Suryanar Kovil for Surya, Thingalur Kailasanathar Temple for Chandra, Vaitheeswaran Koil for Angaraka or Sevvai, Swetharanyeswarar Temple at Thiruvenkadu for Budha, Apatsahayesvarar Temple at Alangudi for Guru, Agneeswarar Temple at Kanjanur for Shukra, Dharbaranyeswarar Temple at Thirunallar for Shani, Naganathaswamy Temple at Thirunageswaram for Rahu and Naganathaswamy Temple at Keezhperumpallam for Ketu.

Attempting all nine temples in a single day can make the pilgrimage extremely rushed because the shrines are spread across different towns and many temples have separate morning and evening darshan sessions. Our itinerary divides the circuit across two temple-visiting days so there is more practical time for road travel, darshan and possible queues.

A 2 Days / 1 Night plan would require combining the long Bangalore journey with a substantial portion of the temple circuit and completing the remaining temples before another long return drive. It can become very rushed and is vulnerable to temple closures, traffic and darshan queues. For this package, 3 Days / 2 Nights provides a more practical schedule.

Kumbakonam is used as the base for both nights because of its convenient location for the Navagraha temple circuit. The exact hotel, room category and meal plan depend on the package selected. Accommodation is included only when specifically mentioned in your confirmed quotation.

The planned Day 2 circuit covers Thingalur for Chandra, Alangudi for Guru, Thirunageswaram for Rahu, Suryanar Kovil for Surya and Kanjanur for Shukra before returning to Kumbakonam. The exact sequence can be adjusted according to current temple timings, queues, special poojas and road conditions.

Day 3 is planned around Vaitheeswaran Koil for Angaraka or Mars, Thiruvenkadu for Budha or Mercury, Keezhperumpallam for Ketu and Thirunallar for Shani or Saturn. After completing the temple circuit, the journey continues back to Bangalore. This is the longest day of the itinerary.

Suryanar Kovil is the Navagraha temple associated with Surya, the Sun. It is distinctive within the circuit because Surya Narayana is worshipped prominently here along with shrines connected with the other planetary deities. Devotees traditionally visit for prayers associated with health, vitality, confidence and overall well-being.

Kailasanathar Temple at Thingalur is traditionally associated with Chandra, the Moon. Lord Shiva is worshipped as Kailasanathar, while Chandra has special significance within the temple tradition. Devotees commonly associate worship here with peace of mind, emotional balance and family well-being.

Vaitheeswaran Koil is associated with Angaraka, also known as Sevvai or Mangala, representing Mars. The principal deity is Lord Shiva as Vaidyanathaswamy, the divine healer. The temple therefore has significance both as the Mars sthalam of the Navagraha circuit and as an important Shiva pilgrimage centre.

Swetharanyeswarar Temple at Thiruvenkadu is traditionally associated with Budha, representing Mercury. Lord Shiva is worshipped as Swetharanyeswarar, while Budha receives special worship within the temple complex. Mercury is traditionally associated with learning, communication, intelligence and analytical ability.

Apatsahayesvarar Temple at Alangudi is the Guru Sthalam associated with Jupiter. Lord Shiva is worshipped as Apatsahayesvarar, while Dakshinamurthy has particular importance in the temple's Guru tradition. Devotees traditionally visit for prayers connected with wisdom, education, prosperity, marriage and spiritual guidance.

Agneeswarar Temple at Kanjanur is traditionally associated with Shukra or Sukran, representing Venus. Shukra is traditionally understood to be represented through the presiding Shiva lingam rather than through a separate prominent planetary shrine. Devotees associate Venus with marriage, relationships, prosperity, comforts and artistic qualities.

Dharbaranyeswarar Temple at Thirunallar is the Navagraha pilgrimage site traditionally associated with Shani Bhagavan or Saturn. Lord Shiva is the principal deity, while the Shani shrine attracts large numbers of devotees. Saturdays and important religious occasions can be particularly busy, so additional time may be required for darshan.

Naganathaswamy Temple at Thirunageswaram is traditionally associated with Rahu. The temple is dedicated principally to Lord Shiva as Naganathaswamy, while Rahu receives special worship within the complex. It is particularly known for Rahu-related rituals and is conveniently located near Kumbakonam.

Naganathaswamy Temple at Keezhperumpallam is traditionally associated with Ketu. Lord Shiva is worshipped as Naganathaswamy, with Ketu having a dedicated place in the temple's worship tradition. The temple is conveniently combined with Thiruvenkadu and the other eastern Navagraha shrines.

Many temples in the circuit operate separate morning and evening darshan sessions and may close for several hours around midday. Timings can vary between temples and can change on festival days or special occasions. For this reason, the route should remain flexible and current temple timings should be reconfirmed before travel.

Travellers may encounter different religious traditions and preferences regarding the order in which the Navagraha temples should be visited. From a tour-planning perspective, our route groups the temples geographically to reduce unnecessary driving and work around available darshan hours. If your family or priest follows a particular religious sequence, tell us before booking so the route can be reviewed accordingly.

Some pilgrims prefer to begin the Navagraha circuit with Suryanar Kovil, while other traditions may follow a different sequence. Our standard itinerary is designed around geography, temple timings and travel efficiency rather than presenting one sequence as compulsory. Travellers following a specific religious custom can request a suitable route before the trip.

No, unless they are specifically listed in your confirmed package. Special poojas, archana, abhishekam, special darshan and other temple rituals are controlled by the respective temples and may have separate timings, procedures and charges. Inform us before booking if you want to allow additional time for a particular ritual.

Travellers who specifically want to attend a Rahu-related abhishekam or pooja at Thirunageswaram should mention this before the trip. Ritual timings, tickets and waiting periods are determined by the temple and can affect the sequence of the other Navagraha visits planned for that day.

Saturdays and important religious occasions associated with Shani can attract significantly larger numbers of devotees to Thirunallar. Longer queues and additional traffic are possible, so the Day 3 schedule may need more flexibility when the pilgrimage falls on a busy date.

No. This itinerary is intentionally focused on completing the nine Navagraha temples rather than adding general Kumbakonam sightseeing. This keeps the route practical and gives the Navagraha pilgrimage sufficient time. Additional temples or sightseeing can be discussed separately if you want a customised or extended itinerary.

No. Chidambaram is not part of the standard 3 Days / 2 Nights Navagraha itinerary. The package focuses specifically on the nine traditional Navagraha temples around the wider Kumbakonam region so that the pilgrimage remains manageable within the available time.

It can be suitable for many senior travellers, but the pilgrimage involves long road journeys, repeated temple entry and exit, walking through temple complexes and standing in darshan queues. Travellers with mobility limitations should mention their requirements while enquiring so a suitable pace and additional rest time can be considered.

Yes, families can undertake the pilgrimage, but parents should consider the long driving distances and repeated temple visits when travelling with young children. Carry water, snacks, essential medicines and anything children may need during extended periods on the road.

Wear modest clothing appropriate for Hindu temple visits and follow the dress requirements of each temple. Comfortable clothing is useful because the tour involves long driving hours and multiple temple visits. Footwear that is easy to remove and wear again is particularly convenient.

Photography rules vary between temples and may also differ between outer temple areas and sanctum interiors. Photography of deities, rituals or restricted areas may not be permitted. Always follow the signs and instructions provided by the respective temple authorities.

Meals are included only when specifically mentioned in your confirmed quotation. Meal stops are planned around the temple route, but breakfast and lunch timings may need to change according to darshan hours and midday temple closures.

Accommodation is included only when specifically stated in your confirmed package. If accommodation is requested, the hotel category, room type, occupancy and meal plan will be discussed while preparing the quotation. The standard route uses Kumbakonam as the base for both nights.

Special darshan tickets, pooja charges, abhishekam charges, offerings and other temple-related expenses are included only when specifically mentioned in the final package. These services and their charges are determined by the respective temples and can change.

A suitable private AC vehicle is selected according to the number of travellers, luggage and comfort requirements. The vehicle category will be confirmed when you share your travel date and group size.

The final cost depends on the number of travellers, vehicle category, travel date, accommodation requirements, room configuration and any additional services or special arrangements requested. Share your travel date and group size to receive a customised quotation.

Yes. Reasonable changes can be discussed based on temple timings, your family's religious preferences, accommodation requirements and available travel time. If you want to add other temples or sightseeing places, extending the duration may be more practical than adding too many stops to the standard 3 Days / 2 Nights route.

Carry temple-appropriate clothing, comfortable easy-to-remove footwear, drinking water, personal medicines, identification, a power bank and some cash for temple-related or local expenses. Light refreshments can also be useful because meal times may need to fit around temple darshan schedules.

Temple timings, special poojas, festival arrangements, crowds, traffic and local conditions can occasionally affect the planned schedule. When possible, the visiting order will be adjusted to complete the nine-temple circuit. Current temple timings and any important operational changes should be reconfirmed close to the travel date.

Share your preferred travel date, number of travellers, accommodation requirements and any special pooja or pilgrimage preferences with One Short Trip. We can then confirm the suitable vehicle, package details and final quotation. Pickup points will be discussed and confirmed 2 days prior to the trip date.