Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu Divine Temple Yatra
A comprehensive 12-day pilgrimage through Tamil Nadu’s most sacred temples — from Kanchipuram’s temple city to Rameswaram’s coastal shrine, taking in the complete Navagraha circuit and a cultural stop in Chettinad along the way.
Tour Highlights
- Surutupally Pallikondeswara Temple
- Kanchipuram Temples: Kamakshi Amman Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, Varadaraja Perumal Temple
- Arunachaleswarar Temple, Tiruvannamalai
- Chidambaram Nataraja Temple
- Vaitheeswaran Koil
- Kumbakonam Temple Circuit (3 Nights)
- Papanasam Temple (Must Visit)
- Tirumiyachur Temple (Must Visit – Lalitha Sahasranamam significance)
- Complete Navagraha Temple Yatra
- Thanjavur Brihadeeswarar Temple
- Srirangam Temple
- Jambukeswarar Temple
- Chettinad Heritage Experience
- Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameswaram
- Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai
- Palani Murugan Temple
Travel Arrangements
- Vehicle
- Deluxe Force Urbania throughout the journey.
- Group
- 10 Pax
- Water
- Mineral water bottles provided throughout the journey.
- Breakfast
- At hotel / packed breakfast on early departure days.
- Lunch
- At clean restaurants planned considering temple timings.
- Dinner
- At hotels only.
Chettinad Heritage Experience
Chettinad is included as a relaxing cultural stop between temple visits. It is known for grand heritage mansions, traditional architecture, antique décor, and unique local culture. September last week is generally a comfortable period to visit with less tourist rush compared to major temple destinations.
Darshan / Local Assistance
- Arunachaleswarar Temple, Tiruvannamalai
- Srirangam Temple, Trichy
- Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameswaram
- Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai
Charges: Extra as applicable at actuals.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 · 18 SeptemberChennai Arrival – Surutupally – Kanchipuram+
Arrival: Chennai Airport – 08:00 AM
Route
Chennai Airport → Surutupally
Distance: Approx. 75 km
Travel Time: 1 hr 45 mins
Surutupally → Kanchipuram
Distance: Approx. 95 km
Travel Time: 2 hrs
Total Distance: Approx. 170 km
Total Driving Time: Approx. 4 hrs
Program
- Arrival at Chennai Airport
- Proceed to Surutupally
Temple Visit: Sri Pallikondeswara Swamy Temple
- Lunch en route
Proceed to Kanchipuram.
Evening Darshan
- Kamakshi Amman Temple
- Ekambareswarar Temple
- Varadaraja Perumal Temple
Overnight Stay: Kanchipuram
Day 2 · 19 SeptemberKanchipuram – Tiruvannamalai+
Route: Kanchipuram → Tiruvannamalai
Distance: Approx. 120 km
Travel Time: 2.5–3 hrs
Program
- Breakfast at hotel
- Proceed to Tiruvannamalai
Temple Visit: Arunachaleswarar Temple
Darshan planned according to temple timings.
- Lunch
- Evening temple time / rest
Optional: Darshan Assistance available (charges extra as applicable)
Overnight Stay: Tiruvannamalai
Day 3 · 20 SeptemberTiruvannamalai – Chidambaram – Vaitheeswaran Koil – Kumbakonam+
Route
Tiruvannamalai → Chidambaram — Approx. 150 km, 3–3.5 hrs
Chidambaram → Vaitheeswaran Koil — Approx. 25 km, 35–45 mins
Vaitheeswaran Koil → Kumbakonam — Approx. 55 km, 1–1.25 hrs
Total Distance: Approx. 230 km — Approx. 5–5.5 hrs driving
Program
- Breakfast at hotel
- Proceed to Chidambaram
Temple Visit: Sri Nataraja Temple, Chidambaram
- Lunch
Temple Visit: Vaitheeswaran Koil (Navagraha temple associated with Angaraka / Mars)
Proceed to Kumbakonam. Evening check-in.
If time permits: Adi Kumbeswarar Temple
Overnight Stay: Kumbakonam
Day 4 · 21 SeptemberKumbakonam Temple Circuit+
Program
- Breakfast at hotel
- Proceed for nearby temple visits
Must Visit Temples
- Papanasam Temple (Important Shiva temple – Must Visit)
- Tirumiyachur Temple (Associated with Lalitha Sahasranamam – Must Visit)
Other Important Temples
- Swamimalai Murugan Temple
- Tirumanancheri Sri Kalyana Sundareswarar Temple (Marriage blessings)
- Tiruneelakudi Temple (Long life blessings)
- Lunch en route
Return to Kumbakonam.
Overnight Stay: Kumbakonam
Day 5 · 22 SeptemberComplete Navagraha Temple Yatra+
Early Start Recommended: 06:00 AM
Total Distance: Approx. 250–280 km — Driving Time: Approx. 5–6 hrs
Total Duration including Darshan & Breaks: Approx. 11–12 hrs
Navagraha Temples Covered
- Suriyanar Koil – Surya (Sun)
- Kanjanur – Shukra (Venus)
- Thirunageswaram – Rahu
- Alangudi – Guru (Jupiter)
- Thingalur – Chandra (Moon)
- Thiruvenkadu – Budha (Mercury)
- Keezhaperumpallam – Ketu
- Thirunallar – Shani (Saturn)
(Vaitheeswaran Koil already covered on Day 3)
Suggested Schedule
06:00 AM – Start from hotel
Breakfast: Packed breakfast / early breakfast
Lunch: Around 1:00 PM en route
06:30–07:00 PM – Return to Kumbakonam
Overnight Stay: Kumbakonam
Day 6 · 23 SeptemberKumbakonam – Thanjavur – Srirangam – Jambukeswarar – Trichy+
Route
Kumbakonam → Thanjavur — Approx. 40 km, 1 hr
Thanjavur → Srirangam — Approx. 60 km, 1.5 hrs
Srirangam → Jambukeswarar Temple — Approx. 5 km, 15 mins
Total Distance: Approx. 110 km
Temple Visits
- Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur
- Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam
- Jambukeswarar Temple, Thiruvanaikaval
Darshan assistance available if required.
Overnight Stay: Tiruchirapalli
Day 7 · 24 SeptemberTiruchirapalli – Chettinad+
Distance: Approx. 90 km — Travel Time: 2 hrs
Program
- Breakfast at hotel
- Proceed to Chettinad
Chettinad Heritage Experience
- Heritage mansions
- Traditional Chettinad architecture
- Antique décor
- Rich local culture
Evening
- Relaxed heritage surroundings
- Local shopping (optional)
Overnight Stay: Chettinad
Day 8 · 25 SeptemberChettinad – Rameswaram+
Distance: Approx. 180 km — Travel Time: 4–4.5 hrs
Program
- Breakfast at hotel
- Proceed to Rameswaram
Temple Visit: Ramanathaswamy Temple
Optional
- Dhanushkodi visit (if time permits)
Overnight Stay: Rameswaram
Day 9 · 26 SeptemberRameswaram Temple Darshan+
Program
- Breakfast at hotel
Temple Visit: Ramanathaswamy Temple
Important Experiences
- Main Shiva Lingam Darshan
- 22 Theertham bathing (optional)
- Temple corridors and architecture
Note: Local assistance can be arranged for 22 Theertham if required.
Optional
- Dhanushkodi
- Ram Setu viewpoint
Overnight Stay: Rameswaram
Day 10 · 27 SeptemberRameswaram – Madurai+
Distance: Approx. 170 km — Travel Time: 3.5–4 hrs
Program
- Breakfast at hotel
- Proceed to Madurai
Evening Temple Visit: Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai
Darshan assistance available if required.
Overnight Stay: Madurai
Day 11 · 28 SeptemberMadurai – Palani – Coimbatore+
Route
Madurai → Palani — Approx. 125 km, 3 hrs
Palani → Coimbatore — Approx. 110 km, 2.5–3 hrs
Temple Visit: Palani Murugan Temple
Darshan through
- Winch
- Rope Car
- Steps
(As preferred and available)
Proceed to Coimbatore.
Overnight Stay: Coimbatore
Day 12 · 29 SeptemberDeparture from Coimbatore+
- Breakfast at hotel
Proceed to Coimbatore Airport as per flight timing.
Tour Ends
Important Notes
- Temple timings and darshan procedures are subject to change as per temple authorities.
- Sequence may be adjusted slightly based on temple timings, local traffic and darshan conditions.
- Special Darshan / Assistance charges will be extra as applicable.
- The itinerary is planned with comfortable travel time and proper temple visit priority.