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Comprehensive Temple Circuit from Kumbakonam with Return to Kelambakkam, Chennai

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Day 1: Travel to Kumbakonam

Kelambakkam to Kumbakonam on July 27, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Aarohi Kitchen, Kelambakkam

Enjoy a fresh South Indian breakfast such as idli and vada at Aarohi Kitchen to kick off your travel day, which opens from 6:30am.
INR150, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive from Kelambakkam to Kumbakonam

Embark on approximately a 4-hour drive south towards Kumbakonam, the hub for your temple tour.
INR0, 4h0m

12:00pm

Check-in and Lunch at Hotel in Kumbakonam

Check-in at a comfortable hotel like Hotel Heritage Kumbakonam followed by lunch at the hotel restaurant serving local dishes.
INR1500 for stay, INR300 for lunch, 1h30m

1:30pm

Visit Adi Kumbeswarar Temple

Explore this iconic Shiva temple located in the heart of Kumbakonam, known for its grand architecture and spirituality; open until 8pm.
INR0, 1h0m

2:30pm

Relax and explore local markets

Spend your afternoon at leisure exploring Kumbakonam markets famous for brassware and local sweets.
Varies, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant

Enjoy authentic vegetarian South Indian food at Sangeetha, open until 10pm.
INR300, 1h
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Day 2: Temple Tour Part 1

Kumbakonam surroundings on July 28, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty South Indian breakfast at your hotel before visiting temples.
Included, 1h

7:30am

Visit Thirunarayur Temple

Drive 40 minutes to this tranquil Shiva temple, revered for its ancient carvings and calm atmosphere; open 6am-12pm and 4pm-8pm.
INR0, 1h

8:30am

Drive to Thiruvidaimaruthur

Short 30-minute drive to visit the Mahalingeswarar Temple, a key Shaivaite site noted for its architecture.
INR0, 0h30m

9:00am

Visit Thiruvidaimaruthur Mahalingeswarar Temple

Explore this large, impressive temple complex; open 6am to 8:30pm daily.
INR0, 1h

10:00am

Drive to Thirumazhapadi Temple

Drive about 40 minutes to this historic temple known for intricate carvings and spiritual importance.
INR0, 0h40m

10:40am

Visit Thirumazhapadi Temple

Spend time walking the temple grounds and appreciating the architecture; open until 8pm.
INR0, 1h

11:40am

Return to Kumbakonam

Head back to Kumbakonam for lunch and rest.
INR0, 1h

12:40pm

Lunch in Kumbakonam - Hotel Mahalakshmi

Enjoy a tasty vegetarian meal with local flavors, open till 3pm.
INR250, 1h

2:00pm

Rest and relax at hotel

Take some downtime to refresh for the evening.
INR0, 2h

4:00pm

Visit evening puja at Adi Kumbeswarar Temple

Attend or witness evening rituals at the temple open till 8pm for a peaceful spiritual experience.
INR0, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Saravana Bhavan, Kumbakonam

Relish an authentic South Indian meal at this popular restaurant, open until 10pm.
INR350, 1h
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Day 3: Temple Tour Part 2

Kumbakonam surrounds on July 29, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start early with a nourishing breakfast at your hotel.
Included, 1h

7:00am

Visit Thingalur Temple

A 20-minute drive to Thingalur, home to the Shani temple worshipped for planetary blessings, open from 6am-12pm and 4pm-8pm.
INR0, 1h

8:30am

Drive to Sooriyanar Koil

Drive 15 minutes to Sooriyanar Koil, the Sun God’s temple famed for its ritual significance and peaceful surroundings.
INR0, 0h15m

8:45am

Visit Sooriyanar Koil Temple

Spend time worshipping and appreciating the temple open from 6am-8pm.
INR0, 1h

9:45am

Drive to Budhan Temple

A 25-minute drive to Budhan Temple, dedicated to Mercury, part of the Navagraha circuit.
INR0, 0h25m

10:10am

Visit Budhan Temple

Explore the temple noted for its unique style and astrological importance, open mornings and evenings.
INR0, 45m

10:55am

Drive to Alangudi

Proceed to Alangudi Temple (about 20 minutes drive), another Navagraha temple dedicated to Guru (Jupiter).
INR0, 0h20m

11:15am

Visit Alangudi Temple

Tour the temple grounds and appreciate the spiritual ambiance, open 6am-12pm and 4pm-8pm.
INR0, 1h

12:15pm

Lunch at local restaurant in Alangudi

Savor local vegetarian cuisine in a nearby restaurant before returning to Kumbakonam.
INR250, 1h

1:15pm

Return to Kumbakonam & rest

Head back to Kumbakonam and take a rest or explore at your discretion.
INR0, 1h

3:00pm

Optional visit or free time

Use the afternoon to revisit favorite sites, pray, shop, or relax at the hotel.
Varies, 3h

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel or nearby restaurant

Enjoy farewell dinner with South Indian delicacies to close your temple pilgrimage.
INR300, 1h
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Day 4: Return to Kelambakkam

Kumbakonam to Kelambakkam, Chennai on July 30, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast and check-out

Have breakfast at your hotel and complete check-out preparations.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Drive back to Kelambakkam

Embark on the approximately 4-hour return drive to Kelambakkam, Chennai, concluding the spiritual journey.
INR0, 4h0m

12:00pm

Arrival in Kelambakkam

Reach Kelambakkam with memories of a fulfilling temple pilgrimage around Kumbakonam.
INR0, 0h0m
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