Kumbakonam Tour Package from Salem (2 Days)
2-day Kumbakonam tour from Salem: Kumbakonam. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing by AC cab. From ₹4,540 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
24° – 31°C
October in Kumbakonam
Description
2-day Kumbakonam tour from Salem: Kumbakonam. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing by AC cab. From ₹4,540 per person.
This 2 days 1 night itinerary covers 7 handpicked stops, including Adi Kumbeswarar Temple, Sarangapani Temple, Mahamaham Tank and more. October–March is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 1-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
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 21°C – 36°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Salem to Kumbakonam
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Salem in the morning. Drive from Salem to Kumbakonam (about 204 km, 4 hrs). Check in at your hotel in Kumbakonam. Kumbakonam, on the Kaveri, is a town of temples. Visit the Adi Kumbeswarar temple, the Sarangapani temple with its chariot-shaped sanctum, and the Mahamaham tank, where pilgrims gather every twelve years. Drive out to Swamimalai, one of the six abodes of Murugan and home of bronze-casting families, and to Darasuram, where the 12th-century Airavatesvara temple has some of the finest Chola carving. Overnight stay in Kumbakonam.
- 1
Adi Kumbeswarar Temple
The main Shiva temple of Kumbakonam.
- 2
Sarangapani Temple
A large Vishnu temple with a sanctum shaped like a chariot.
- 3
Mahamaham Tank
The sacred tank of Kumbakonam, ringed by small shrines.
- 4
Airavatesvara Temple, Darasuram
A 12th-century Chola temple, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- 5
Swamimalai
One of the six abodes of Murugan, and a village of bronze casters.
Thirunageswaram, Uppiliappan and back
Visit Thirunageswaram, the Navagraha temple of Rahu, where milk poured over the deity is said to turn blue, and the nearby Uppiliappan temple of Vishnu, where offerings are made without salt. Then drive back. Drive from Kumbakonam to Salem (about 203 km, 4 hrs), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Salem. The tour ends here.
- 1
Thirunageswaram
The Navagraha temple of Rahu.
- 2
Uppiliappan Temple
A Vishnu temple where food offerings are made without salt.
Tour Overview
Kumbakonam, the temple town of the Kaveri delta: its great temples and the Mahamaham tank, the Chola temple of Darasuram, Swamimalai, and the Navagraha temples of the nine planets around it.
This 2-day, 1-night package starts and ends in Salem. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast, an AC cab for the whole trip and all sightseeing.
Highlights of the Kumbakonam Tour from Salem
- Adi Kumbeswarar Temple
- Sarangapani Temple
- Mahamaham Tank
- Airavatesvara Temple, Darasuram
- Swamimalai
- Thirunageswaram
- Uppiliappan Temple
Inclusions in the Kumbakonam Tour Package
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Salem for the whole trip: 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 Kumbakonam 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
Online booking: pay just ₹99 to reserve your tour. The ₹99 is 100 percent refundable if you cancel at any time, and it is adjusted in your final payment.
50 percent of the tour cost: 3 days before the tour starts, after you receive your tour voucher.
Remaining balance: on the tour day.
Cancellation Policy
The ₹99 online booking amount is refunded in full whenever you cancel, for any reason.
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 Kumbakonam Tour
Best time to visit: October–March
Before you go: Temples in Tamil Nadu expect modest dress; at some, men remove their shirts before entering the sanctum. Darshan timings change on festival days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Kumbakonam, or similar.
Trip Cost Breakdown
Per-person pricing by group size
Route Map
Top Attractions
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.
Sarangapani Temple
Sarangapani Temple is a major Vishnu temple and one of the 108 Divya Desams, the holiest Vaishnavite shrines, and is the tallest temple in Kumbakonam with a striking 11-tier gopuram. The temple's sanctum is uniquely shaped like a chariot, and the deity is depicted in a reclining posture. It is a masterpiece of later Chola and Nayak architecture, with exquisite sculptures and a vast courtyard.
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.
Airavatesvara Temple, Darasuram
Airavatesvara Temple, located about 4 kilometers from Kumbakonam in Darasuram, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the 'Great Living Chola Temples'. Built by Rajaraja Chola II in the 12th century, it is renowned for its intricate stone carvings, including the famous chariot-wheel steps that produce musical notes when walked upon. The temple's sculptural friezes depict scenes from the epics and daily life, making it a highlight of Chola artistry.
Swamimalai
One of the six abodes of Murugan, and a village of bronze casters.
Thirunageswaram
The Navagraha temple of Rahu.
Uppiliappan Temple
A Vishnu temple where food offerings are made without salt.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–March is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Salem for the whole trip: 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: October–March
Before you go: Temples in Tamil Nadu expect modest dress; at some, men remove their shirts before entering the sanctum. Darshan timings change on festival days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Kumbakonam, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
2 days and 1 night. It starts from Salem on day 1 and you are back in Salem on day 2.
For 2 persons it is ₹8,590 per person; for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹4,540 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast, an AC cab for the whole trip and all sightseeing.
October–March.
Temples in Tamil Nadu expect modest dress; at some, men remove their shirts before entering the sanctum. Darshan timings change on festival days.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
Explore the places this package takes you to