Overview
Embark on a spiritual journey through Tamil Nadu with this 4-day itinerary, exploring the renowned Navagraha temples. Begin at Trichy and visit the Kailasanathar Temple in Thingaloor. In Kumbakonam, explore Suryanar Kovil and Sukran Temple. Day two includes the Guru Temple in Alangudi, the Saneeswara Temple in Thirunallaru, and the Kethu Temple in Keezhaperumpallam. Day three covers the Raghu Temple at Thirunageswaram, Sevvai Temple in Vaitheeswarankoil, and Budhan Temple in Thiruvenkadu. Conclude your pilgrimage with a transfer back to Trichy
Covered Destination:
Tanjore : Kailasanathar Temple (Chandran Temple)
Kumbakonam : Suryanar Kovil (Sun Temple), Agneeswar Temple (Sukra temple), Thirunageswararm (Raghu Temple), Apatsahayesvarar Temple (Guru Temple)
Thirunallaru : Dharbaranyeswarar Temple (Sani Temple)
Keezhaperumpallam : Naganathasway Temple (Kethu Temple)
Thiruvenkadu : Suweathaaranyeshwarar Temple (Bhutan Temple)
Vaitheeswarankoil : Vaithyanathaswamy Temple (Sevvai Temple, Mars)
Detailed Itineary
Day 1: Arrive – Trichy – Kumbakonam
Arrive at Trichy Airport. Our representative would receive you and introduce our driver to you. Further proceed with your drive to Thingaloor to visit Chandran temple (The Moon). The presiding deity is the Moon, however, the main god is Lord Shiva in the name of Kailasanathar. Evening you can visit Suryanar Temple dedicated to Sun God. It is the only temple in Tamilnadu that has all 9 shrines of Navagraha.
Later, visit Sukran Temple at Kanjanoor which is dedicated to Lord Sukran or planet Venus. Lord Sukran is believed to resolve problems related to love, marriage, beauty, and comforts and is mostly worshipped by men for the well-being of their wives.
Day 2: Kumbakonam – Thirunallaru – Kumbakonam
After breakfast, proceed to visit Aalangudi Apatsahayesvarar Temple or Guru Temple, dedicated to the planet Jupiter or Brihaspati who is known for his excellence in wisdom, education, and fine arts.
Next visit Saneeswara Temple (The Saturn) at Thirunallar. The presiding deity is Lord Shiva but the temple is known for Lord Saneeswaran [Saturn] who is the doorkeeper here for Shiva. It is believed you can only see Lord Shiva after seeking blessings from Saneeswaran. In this temple, you can see Saneeswaran posing his hands as Abhayahastha, which means he offers blessings to his devotees.
Afternoon visit Kethu temple at Keezhaperumpallam. Lord Shiva is the main god in this temple, Lord Kethu is present in the form of human body and serpent head and is specially offered with offerings like Lilly flowers, horse gram (Kollu), and multi-colored cloths. Drive back to Kumbakonam for overnight stay.
Day 3: Kumbakonam – Vaitheeswarankoil – Kumbakonam
Morning drive to Vaitheeswaran koil, visit Sevvai temple (The Mars). The temple is well-known for Angarakan. To offer him with red-colored clothes, fruits, and lentils is believed to rescue the devotees from the ill effects of all planetary transitions.
Afternoon visit Budhan temple (The Mercury) at Thiruvenkadu. Budhan bestows wisdom and intellect among Nine Planets. Offering puja to Bhudan on Wednesdays rectifies Bhuda Dhosham. People get relief from puthira dosham, difficulties in studies, mental instability, and nervous disorders by visiting the temple. Knowledge, music, medicine, and language skills are the beneficial aspects of Bhudan. Return to Kumbakonam for overnight stay.
Day 4: Kumbakonam to Trichy airport
Post breakfast at the hotel, based on your departure flight schedule, you will be transferred to Trichy airport.