Navagraha Temple Tour from Trichy
The nine Navagraha temples around Kumbakonam, one for each celestial body, are among the most sought-after pilgrimages in Tamil Nadu. From Trichy we cover all nine in a planned route timed around temple hours. Choose a packed single day, or a relaxed two days with a night in Kumbakonam.
Temples on this tour
Suriyanar Kovil
Near Aduthurai. Surya (Sun). The only one dedicated mainly to the planet, with shrines to all nine.
Thingalur Kailasanathar
Near Thiruvaiyaru. Chandra (Moon).
Vaitheeswaran Kovil
Near Sirkazhi. Angaraka (Mars). Also famous for nadi astrology.
Thiruvenkadu Swetharanyeswarar
Near Poompuhar. Budha (Mercury).
Alangudi Apatsahayesvarar
Near Needamangalam. Guru (Jupiter).
Kanjanur Agniswarar
Near Aduthurai. Sukra (Venus).
Thirunallar Dharbaranyeswarar
Karaikal (Puducherry). Shani (Saturn). The busiest on Saturdays.
Thirunageswaram Naganathar
Near Kumbakonam. Rahu. Milk abhishekam turns blue.
Keezhperumpallam Naganathar
Near Poompuhar. Ketu.
Day by day plan, timed around darshan hours.
Leave Trichy at 4:30 AM. Visit Suriyanar Kovil, Kanjanur, Thingalur and Alangudi, then Thirunageswaram in the evening. Night halt in Kumbakonam.
Visit Vaitheeswaran Kovil, Thiruvenkadu, Keezhperumpallam and Thirunallar, then return to Trichy by 9 PM.
Temples close around 12:30-4 PM. We use the afternoon for lunch and the drive between Karaikal and Poompuhar.
Vehicles for this tour
Navagraha Temple Tour: common questions
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How many days does the Navagraha Temple Tour take?
We recommend 1-2 days, covering about ≈ 380 km. We can compress or stretch it to suit your group.
What does the Navagraha Temple Tour cost by Urbania?
The Urbania is ₹37/km with a 300 km/day minimum plus ₹700 bata per day. For a Tempo Traveller, ask us on WhatsApp and we send the fare.
Which vehicle is best for a temple circuit?
For families of 8-17, a Force Urbania is the most comfortable for long temple days: recliners, individual AC and an easy step for elders. For smaller groups, choose an Innova Crysta.
Do your drivers know the temple timings?
Yes. Our drivers plan the order of temples around opening hours, puja times and afternoon closures.
Can you arrange stays along the way?
We can suggest clean, pilgrim-friendly lodges at the halt towns. Booking is up to you, and we’ll plan the timings around it.
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