Theni to Kumbakonam Navagraha Temple Tour (2 Nights / 3 Days)
This itinerary outlines a comfortable and premium spiritual pilgrimage from Theni to the famous Navagraha Temples circuit near Kumbakonam, designed for a small group or family using a Maruti XL6 vehicle.
The tour is specifically structured to leverage the comfort of the Maruti XL6, a premium 6-seater MPV, for the long drive (approx. 264 – 276 km) from Theni to the Kumbakonam region.
💺 Vehicle & Tour Summary
| Detail | Information | Source |
| Vehicle Type | Maruti XL6 (AC Premium MPV) | |
| Seating Capacity | 6+1 Seater (Ideal for up to 6 passengers with Captain Seats) | |
| Key Features | Premium Captain Seats, Automatic Climate Control, smooth ride quality, professional chauffeur, and good fuel efficiency for long trips. | |
| Duration | 2 Nights / 3 Days | |
| Accommodation | 2 Nights Stay in/near Kumbakonam (AC accommodation recommended) |
🗓️ Detailed Pilgrimage Itinerary
The itinerary is optimized to efficiently cover all nine Navagraha temples and safely handle the long return journey on the final day.
Day 1: Theni to Kumbakonam & First Temple Visit (Sun & Moon)
| Time | Activity | Description & Highlights |
| 07:00 AM | Luxury XL6 Pickup from Theni | Begin the premium highway drive from Theni towards Kumbakonam (Approx. 5 – 5.5 hours drive). |
| 10:00 AM | Comfort Stop & Refreshments | Stop for a planned break and refreshments on the main highway route. |
| 12:30 PM | Check-in to Kumbakonam Hotel | Arrive, check in to the pre-booked AC accommodation, and take a quick lunch break. |
| 03:00 PM | Temple 1: Thingalur (Moon – Chandran) | Drive to the Kailasanathar Temple, dedicated to Lord Chandran (Moon). |
| 05:00 PM | Temple 2: Sooriyanar Koil (Sun – Surya) | Visit the dedicated temple for Surya Bhagavan (Sun), which uniquely houses all nine planetary deities. |
| 07:30 PM | Dinner & Leisure | Return to the hotel, enjoy dinner, and rest overnight in Kumbakonam. |
Day 2: Navagraha Circuit (Jupiter, Rahu, Mars, Venus)
This day covers four major planetary temples in the eastern/southern circuit.
| Time | Activity | Description & Highlights |
| 07:30 AM | Breakfast & Departure | Start the day early with breakfast at the hotel. |
| 09:00 AM | Temple 3: Alangudi (Jupiter – Guru) | Visit the Apatsahayesvarar Temple (Guru Bhagavan), the stalam for Jupiter, the planet of wisdom. |
| 11:00 AM | Temple 4: Thirunageswaram (Rahu) | Visit the Naganathar Temple, the dedicated stalam for Rahu Bhagavan. Optional: Visit the nearby Uppiliappan Temple (Divya Desam). |
| 01:30 PM | Lunch Break | Stop for lunch near Mayiladuthurai or a convenient point on the circuit. |
| 03:30 PM | Temple 5: Vaitheeswaran Koil (Mars – Sevvai) | Visit the Vaitheeswaran Koil, a divine healing temple associated with Angaarakan (Mars). |
| 05:30 PM | Temple 6: Kanjanur (Venus – Sukran) | Visit the Agniswarar Temple, the dedicated stalam for Sukra Bhagavan (Venus). |
| 07:30 PM | Dinner & Overnight Stay | Return to the Kumbakonam area for dinner and overnight stay. |
Day 3: Final Temples & Return to Theni (Saturn, Mercury, Ketu)
| Time | Activity | Description & Highlights |
| 07:00 AM | Early Check-out & Drive | Check out from the hotel and drive directly to the Thirunallar region. |
| 08:30 AM | Temple 7: Thirunallar (Saturn – Saneeswaran) | Perform poojas at the Dharbaranyeswarar Temple, the highly significant stalam for Shani (Saturn). |
| 11:00 AM | Temple 8: Thiruvenkadu (Mercury – Budhan) | Visit the Swetharanyeswarar Temple, the stalam for Budhan (Mercury). |
| 12:30 PM | Temple 9: Keezhaperumpallam (Ketu) | Visit the Nagannathaswamy Temple, the final Navagraha stalam for Ketu. |
| 01:30 PM | Lunch & Commence Return | Have a quick lunch and begin the long return journey towards Theni (Approx. 5.5 hours drive). |
| 07:00 PM | Drop-off at Theni | Arrive back in Theni and be dropped off at your location, concluding the pilgrimage. |
📞 Booking and Contact Information
To receive the official package price for the Maruti XL6 (6+1), including hotel and specific inclusions, please contact Rengha Holidays & Tourism Private Limited directly.
| Detail | Information | Source |
| Theni Contact Number | +91 944 300 41 41 | |
| Customer Service | +91 770 889 41 41 |
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