Chidambaram & Navagraha Temples Tour Package from Bangalore – 4 Days / 3 Nights

This itinerary is planned for 4 Days / 3 Nights. The duration allows time for the long road journey from Bangalore, important places around Chidambaram, all nine Navagraha temples and the return journey without trying to fit the complete pilgrimage into an overly compressed schedule.

The 12 core places are Chidambaram Nataraja Temple, Thillai Kali Amman Temple, Bhuvanagiri, Suryanar Kovil, Thingalur Kailasanathar Temple, Vaitheeswaran Koil, Swetharanyeswarar Temple at Thiruvenkadu, Apatsahayesvarar Temple at Alangudi, Agneeswarar Temple at Kanjanur, Dharbaranyeswarar Temple at Thirunallar, Naganathaswamy Temple at Thirunageswaram and Naganathaswamy Temple at Keezhperumpallam.

Yes. The core itinerary covers the complete nine-temple Navagraha circuit associated with Surya, Chandra, Angaraka or Sevvai, Budha, Guru, Shukra, Shani, Rahu and Ketu.

Suryanar Kovil, also known as Suriyanar Temple, is the Navagraha pilgrimage temple associated with Surya or the Sun. It is included in the Day 3 temple circuit.

Kailasanathar Temple at Thingalur is traditionally associated with Chandra or the Moon. It is one of the nine Navagraha temples covered during this pilgrimage.

Vaitheeswaran Koil is traditionally associated with Angaraka or Sevvai, representing Mars. It is included in the eastern Navagraha circuit on Day 2.

Swetharanyeswarar Temple at Thiruvenkadu is traditionally associated with Budha or Mercury. The temple is covered along with Vaitheeswaran Koil, Keezhperumpallam and Thirunallar on the planned Day 2 route.

Apatsahayesvarar Temple at Alangudi is traditionally regarded as the Guru Sthalam associated with Jupiter and forms part of the Day 3 Navagraha circuit.

Agneeswarar Temple at Kanjanur is traditionally associated with Shukra or Venus. It is visited along with the other temples in the Day 3 circuit.

Dharbaranyeswarar Temple at Thirunallar is the important pilgrimage centre traditionally associated with Shani or Saturn. It can become particularly busy on Saturdays, festival dates and other important religious occasions.

Naganathaswamy Temple at Thirunageswaram is traditionally associated with Rahu and is one of the most visited temples on the Navagraha circuit.

Naganathaswamy Temple at Keezhperumpallam is traditionally associated with Ketu. It is included in the Day 2 temple circuit.

This itinerary is designed as a combined Chidambaram and Navagraha pilgrimage rather than only a nine-temple circuit. Chidambaram Nataraja Temple forms the principal Chidambaram pilgrimage stop before the journey continues through the Navagraha temple region.

Chidambaram Nataraja Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva in the form of Nataraja, the cosmic dancer. The temple is one of Tamil Nadu's major Shaivite pilgrimage centres and is traditionally revered as the Akasha, or space, shrine among the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams.

Yes. Thillai Kali Amman Temple is one of the core Chidambaram stops. The shrine is dedicated to Goddess Kali and is closely associated with the religious traditions and legends of the ancient Thillai region.

Yes. Bhuvanagiri is included as part of the Chidambaram-area circuit, subject to the actual arrival time, temple schedule and travel conditions on Day 1.

Pichavaram Mangrove Boating is optional and is not guaranteed as part of the 12-place core itinerary. It can be considered when sufficient time is available and boating services, weather, local access and operating conditions permit. The Chidambaram and complete Navagraha temple circuit remains the priority.

The route is planned with an overnight stay in or around Chidambaram followed by stays around Kumbakonam, which provides a practical base for the Navagraha temple circuit. The exact hotel and room category depend on the package selected and should be confirmed before booking.

Accommodation is included only when specifically mentioned in your confirmed quotation. Hotel category, room type, number of rooms and meal arrangements can be selected according to your requirements and package.

Day 2 is planned around Vaitheeswaran Koil for Mars, Thiruvenkadu for Mercury, Keezhperumpallam for Ketu and Thirunallar for Saturn. Day 3 covers Suryanar Kovil for the Sun, Kanjanur for Venus, Thirunageswaram for Rahu, Alangudi for Jupiter and Thingalur for the Moon. The sequence may be adjusted according to temple timings and local conditions.

Several temples may close for part of the afternoon before reopening later in the day. Opening and darshan hours can also change on festival dates and special occasions. For this reason, the itinerary includes flexibility for meal breaks, waiting time and changes to the visiting sequence.

Pilgrims may follow different traditional practices regarding the order of Navagraha worship. This tour uses a practical geographically grouped route to reduce unnecessary driving. If your family follows a particular religious sequence, discuss it before booking so the route can be reviewed for feasibility.

No, unless specifically mentioned in your confirmed package. Poojas, archanas, abhishekams, offerings, special darshan tickets and other temple-specific religious services are generally paid directly according to the procedures and charges of each temple.

Travellers may choose to perform available temple-specific poojas or religious services during the pilgrimage. These are subject to each temple's procedures, timings, availability and charges. If a particular ritual is important to your trip, mention it while enquiring so sufficient time can be considered when planning the route.

The trip can be suitable for many senior travellers, but it involves long-distance road travel, repeated walking through temple complexes, removing footwear and periods of standing in darshan queues. Travellers with limited mobility or specific requirements should mention them before booking so the pace can be discussed.

Yes. Families can undertake the tour, but parents should consider the long road journey from Bangalore and the number of temple visits on Days 2 and 3. Carry water, snacks, necessary medication and allow children adequate rest between temple visits.

Modest, temple-appropriate clothing is recommended throughout the pilgrimage. Individual temples may have their own rules regarding clothing and entry into particular areas, so travellers should follow the instructions displayed at each temple.

Photography and mobile-phone use may be restricted inside sanctums and certain parts of individual temple complexes. Rules differ between temples and can change, so check the instructions at each entrance before taking photographs or recording video.

Meals are included only when specifically mentioned in your confirmed package. The itinerary allows suitable meal and refreshment breaks around temple opening hours and the road route.

Special darshan tickets, pooja charges, archana or abhishekam fees, offerings, donations and other temple-specific expenses are included only when explicitly stated in the confirmed quotation.

A private AC vehicle is selected according to the number of travellers, luggage requirements and vehicle availability. The vehicle is used for the Bangalore–Chidambaram journey, the planned Navagraha temple circuit and the return to Bangalore.

The final package price depends on your travel date, number of travellers, vehicle category, accommodation requirements, room selection and any additional services requested. Share your preferred travel date and group size with One Short Trip for a customised quotation.

Yes. Reasonable changes can be discussed according to your pilgrimage priorities, available time and route feasibility. Adding temples, special poojas, Pichavaram or other sightseeing may require additional time and can affect the final package price.

Yes. Travellers who want only the nine planetary temples can choose a dedicated Navagraha pilgrimage instead. This 4 Days / 3 Nights itinerary is specifically designed for travellers who want to combine Chidambaram with the complete Navagraha temple circuit.

Carry comfortable temple-appropriate clothing, easy-to-remove footwear, drinking water, essential medicines, personal identification, a power bank and some cash for temple-related expenses. A small day bag is useful because the itinerary involves entering several temple complexes each day.

Temple opening hours, midday closures, special poojas, festival crowds, traffic, weather and local road conditions can affect the planned schedule. When necessary, the visiting sequence may be adjusted to keep the pilgrimage practical while prioritising the core Chidambaram and nine Navagraha temple visits.

Share your preferred travel date, number of travellers and accommodation requirements with One Short Trip on WhatsApp or by phone at +91 70197 59537. The vehicle, package details, final itinerary, inclusions and quotation can then be confirmed before booking.