Day 01 : Chennai – Kumbakonam
Upon arrival at Chennai Airport or Railway Station, you will be received and begin your scenic drive to Kumbakonam, one of South India’s most sacred temple towns known for its rich spiritual heritage and ancient shrines. En route, enjoy the changing landscapes of Tamil Nadu’s countryside dotted with lush fields and traditional villages. On arrival at Kumbakonam, proceed for darshan at the revered Swamimalai Murugan Temple, one of the six sacred abodes of Lord Murugan (Arupadai Veedu). This temple is especially significant as the place where Lord Murugan is believed to have explained the meaning of the sacred “Om” to Lord Shiva. After the darshan, check in to your hotel and relax. Overnight stay at Kumbakonam.
Day 02 : Kumbakonam
After breakfast, begin your pilgrimage covering some of the important Navagraha temples around Kumbakonam. Start with darshan at Thingaloor Chandran Temple, dedicated to Chandra (Moon), where devotees seek blessings for peace of mind and emotional well-being. Continue to Alangudi Guru Temple, the sacred temple of Guru (Jupiter), believed to bless devotees with wisdom, prosperity, and success in education and career. Later visit Thirunageswaram Naganathaswamy Temple, associated with Rahu, where the unique milk abhishekam to Rahu is believed to turn blue, drawing many devotees seeking relief from planetary doshas. Proceed to the famous Suryanar Kovil, the temple dedicated to the Sun God, where all the nine planetary deities are worshipped together. Conclude the day with darshan at Kanjanoor Sukran Temple, dedicated to Sukran (Venus), known for granting prosperity, marital harmony, and artistic success. After completing the temple visits, return to your hotel and relax.
Overnight stay at Kumbakonam.
Day 03 : Kumbakonam
After breakfast, continue your Navagraha pilgrimage with a visit to Vaitheeswaran Koil, the temple dedicated to Angaraka (Mars). The presiding deity Lord Shiva is worshipped here as Vaidyanathar, the divine healer, and devotees believe prayers here help cure illnesses and remove planetary afflictions. Next proceed to Thiruvenkadu Swetharanyeswarar Temple, associated with Budhan (Mercury), an ancient temple renowned for granting knowledge, intelligence, and success in education. Later visit Keezhaperumpallam Ketu Temple, the temple dedicated to Ketu, where devotees seek relief from karmic obstacles and spiritual growth. Conclude the day with darshan at the famous Thirunallar Saniswaran Temple, dedicated to Lord Shani (Saturn). This temple is one of the most significant shrines for those seeking relief from the effects of Saturn and is visited by thousands of devotees every year. After completing the spiritual circuit, return to your hotel in Kumbakonam.Overnight stay at Kumbakonam.
Day 04 : Kumbakonam
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin your return journey to Chennai. Enjoy the comfortable drive as you pass through scenic rural landscapes and temple towns of Tamil Nadu. On arrival in Chennai, you will be dropped at the Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey, carrying with you the spiritual blessings and memorable experiences of this sacred Navagraha pilgrimage.