Kumbakonam Navagraha Temple Winter Tour Package (3 Days)
3-day Navagraha Temples tour from Kumbakonam: Vaitheeswaran Koil, Kumbakonam and Thirunallar. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab. From ₹7,650 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
24° – 31°C
October in Kumbakonam Navagraha Temple Winter
Description
3-day Navagraha Temples tour from Kumbakonam: Vaitheeswaran Koil, Kumbakonam and Thirunallar. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab. From ₹7,650 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 11 handpicked stops, including Thirunageswaram (Rahu), Adi Kumbeswarar Temple, Mahamaham Tank and more. November–February is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 2-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Kumbakonam. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Kumbakonam Navagraha Temple Winter
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 21°C – 36°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Kumbakonam temples and Thirunageswaram (Rahu)
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Kumbakonam in the morning. Check in at your hotel in Kumbakonam. Rest after the journey. In the afternoon, after 4 pm, visit the Thirunageswaram temple, the shrine of Rahu, where the milk poured over the idol during the Rahu kalam abhishekam is said to turn blue. Back in town, see the Adi Kumbeswarar and Sarangapani temples and the Mahamaham tank. Overnight stay in Kumbakonam.
- 1
Thirunageswaram (Rahu)
The Naganathaswamy temple, the Navagraha shrine of Rahu, about 7 km from Kumbakonam.
- 2
Adi Kumbeswarar Temple
The main Shiva temple of Kumbakonam, linked to the legend of the pot (kumbam) that gave the town its name.
- 3
Mahamaham Tank
The great temple tank where the Mahamaham festival is held once in twelve years.
Suriyanar Kovil, Kanjanur, Vaitheeswaran Koil, Thiruvenkadu, Keezhaperumpallam
Today's travel: from Kumbakonam to Vaitheeswaran Koil (about 49 km, 1 hr) and from Vaitheeswaran Koil to Kumbakonam (about 49 km, 1 hr). Leave at 6 am. Tradition is to begin with Suriyanar Kovil, the temple of the Sun, then Kanjanur for Venus (Sukran) close by. Drive north-east to Vaitheeswaran Koil for Mars (Angarakan) before the noon closing. After lunch and rest, visit Thiruvenkadu for Mercury (Budhan) and Keezhaperumpallam for Ketu, both near Poompuhar, and return to Kumbakonam. Overnight stay in Kumbakonam.
- 1
Suriyanar Kovil (Sun)
The only Navagraha temple where the Sun is the main deity, with shrines to the other eight planets around it.
- 2
Kanjanur (Venus)
The Agniswarar temple, where Shiva is worshipped as Sukran.
- 3
Vaitheeswaran Koil (Mars)
A large Shiva temple known for healing, and the shrine of Angarakan.
- 4
Thiruvenkadu (Mercury)
The Swetharanyeswarar temple, with the shrine of Budhan.
- 5
Keezhaperumpallam (Ketu)
The Naganathaswamy temple near Poompuhar, the shrine of Ketu.
Thirunallar (Saturn), Alangudi (Jupiter) and Thingalur (Moon)
Leave early for Thirunallar near Karaikal, the shrine of Saturn (Saneeswaran), where pilgrims bathe in the Nala theertham before darshan; Saturdays are very crowded. Drive back past Kumbakonam to Alangudi for Jupiter (Guru) before the noon closing. After the afternoon break, finish at Thingalur near Thiruvaiyaru, the temple of the Moon, and return to Kumbakonam. Drive from Kumbakonam to Thirunallar (about 53 km, 1 hr) and from Thirunallar to Kumbakonam (about 53 km, 1 hr), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Kumbakonam. The tour ends here.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Kumbakonam to Thirunallar
53 km · ~1h 4m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kumbakonam
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
53 km · 1h 4m drive from previous stop
Arrive in ThirunallarThirunallar, Puducherry
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Kumbakonam to Thirunallar
53 km · ~1h 11m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Kumbakonam
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kumbakonam. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kumbakonam → Thirunallar
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~53 km
~1h 11m|Tentative fare ₹60–₹200
- Arrive in Thirunallar
Thirunallar, Puducherry
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Kumbakonam to Thirunallar
Nearest railway stations: Kumbakonam for Kumbakonam, Nagore for Thirunallar.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 5h 25m in total
Change trains at Alakkudi — about 1h 6m wait
1 change · 5h 45m in total
Change trains at Alakkudi — about 1h 29m wait
1 change · 5h 45m in total
Change trains at Mariammankovil — about 1h 38m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Thirunallar to Kumbakonam
53 km · ~1h 4m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Thirunallar
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
53 km · 1h 4m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KumbakonamKumbakonam, Tamil Nadu
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Thirunallar to Kumbakonam
53 km · ~1h 11m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Thirunallar
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Thirunallar. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Thirunallar → Kumbakonam
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~53 km
~1h 11m|Tentative fare ₹60–₹200
- Arrive in Kumbakonam
Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Thirunallar to Kumbakonam
Nearest railway stations: Nagore for Thirunallar, Kumbakonam for Kumbakonam.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 3h 14m in total
Change trains at Thanjavur — about 52m wait
1 change · 3h 19m in total
Change trains at Titte — about 41m wait
1 change · 5h 14m in total
Change trains at Thanjavur — about 2h 47m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Thirunallar (Saturn)
The Dharbaranyeswarar temple near Karaikal, the most visited of the nine, with the shrine of Saneeswaran.
- 2
Alangudi (Jupiter)
The Apatsahayeswarar temple, the shrine of Guru.
- 3
Thingalur (Moon)
The Kailasanathar temple near Thiruvaiyaru, the shrine of Chandran.
Tour Overview
Around Kumbakonam in the Kaveri delta stand the nine Navagraha temples, one for each of the nine planets of Hindu astrology, all within about 60 km. Pilgrims visit them in one round, often to ease the effects of a planet in their horoscope.
Winter Tour: Dec 2026 – Feb 2027
December to February is the comfortable season in the Thanjavur delta, after the northeast monsoon and before the summer heat, which matters on a trip of early starts and many temple visits. The paddy fields are green or being harvested, and in mid-January the villages celebrate Pongal.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Kumbakonam. The route runs Kumbakonam → Vaitheeswaran Koil → Kumbakonam → Thirunallar → Kumbakonam, about 204 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Navagraha Temples Tour from Kumbakonam
- Thirunageswaram (Rahu)
- Adi Kumbeswarar Temple
- Mahamaham Tank
- Suriyanar Kovil (Sun)
- Kanjanur (Venus)
- Vaitheeswaran Koil (Mars)
- Thiruvenkadu (Mercury)
- Keezhaperumpallam (Ketu)
Inclusions in the Navagraha Temples Tour Package
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Kumbakonam for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Navagraha Temples Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Navagraha Temples Tour
Best time to visit: November–February
Travel window: Dec 2026 – Feb 2027
Route: Kumbakonam → Vaitheeswaran Koil → Kumbakonam → Thirunallar → Kumbakonam (about 204 km in all)
Before you go: Most of these temples close from about 12:30 pm to 4 pm, so the days start early and the afternoon is a rest. Men may be asked to remove their shirts in some shrines; dress conservatively.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Kumbakonam, or similar.
Package Price: Cab
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Kumbakonam. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab |
|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹13,660 |
| 33 Persons | ₹11,030 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹9,810 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹9,020 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹7,650 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
The trip starts from Kumbakonam, which is itself the railway station for this route, so no train is needed.
Route Map
Top Attractions
Thirunageswaram (Rahu)
The Naganathaswamy temple, the Navagraha shrine of Rahu, about 7 km from Kumbakonam.
Adi Kumbeswarar Temple
Adi Kumbeswarar Temple is one of the largest and most revered Shiva temples in Kumbakonam, located in the heart of the town. According to local legend, the town itself derives its name from the kumbam (pot) of nectar that was created here during the churning of the cosmic ocean, and the deity is worshipped as the one who broke that pot. The temple features a towering rajagopuram, intricate carvings, and a sacred tank, making it a key stop for pilgrims exploring the temple town.
Mahamaham Tank
Mahamaham Tank is a massive sacred water tank in the center of Kumbakonam, surrounded by 16 small mandapams and numerous shrines. Once every 12 years, the Mahamaham festival draws millions of pilgrims to bathe in the tank, which is believed to cleanse sins accumulated over the cycle—an event often called the South Indian Kumbh Mela. On ordinary days, the tank serves as a tranquil spot for reflection and ritual bathing.
Suriyanar Kovil (Sun)
The only Navagraha temple where the Sun is the main deity, with shrines to the other eight planets around it.
Kanjanur (Venus)
The Agniswarar temple, where Shiva is worshipped as Sukran.
Vaitheeswaran Koil (Mars)
A large Shiva temple known for healing, and the shrine of Angarakan.
Thiruvenkadu (Mercury)
The Swetharanyeswarar temple, with the shrine of Budhan.
Keezhaperumpallam (Ketu)
The Naganathaswamy temple near Poompuhar, the shrine of Ketu.
Thirunallar (Saturn)
The Dharbaranyeswarar temple near Karaikal, the most visited of the nine, with the shrine of Saneeswaran.
Alangudi (Jupiter)
The Apatsahayeswarar temple, the shrine of Guru.
Thingalur (Moon)
The Kailasanathar temple near Thiruvaiyaru, the shrine of Chandran.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
November–February is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Kumbakonam for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: November–February
Travel window: Dec 2026 – Feb 2027
Route: Kumbakonam → Vaitheeswaran Koil → Kumbakonam → Thirunallar → Kumbakonam (about 204 km in all)
Before you go: Most of these temples close from about 12:30 pm to 4 pm, so the days start early and the afternoon is a rest. Men may be asked to remove their shirts in some shrines; dress conservatively.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Kumbakonam, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
3 days and 2 nights. It starts from Kumbakonam on day 1 and you are back in Kumbakonam on day 3.
Kumbakonam → Vaitheeswaran Koil → Kumbakonam → Thirunallar → Kumbakonam. That is about 204 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹13,660 per person (cab); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹7,650 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Kumbakonam and back. The price table shows each option for your group size.
This package is planned for Dec 2026 – Feb 2027. Book early: hotels fill up fast in this season.
Most of these temples close from about 12:30 pm to 4 pm, so the days start early and the afternoon is a rest. Men may be asked to remove their shirts in some shrines; dress conservatively.
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