Chennai to Kumbakonam: A Cultural and Spiritual Journey via Vaitheswarankovil and Thirunallar Saneeswaran Kovil

Day 1: Spiritual Temple Tour

Chennai to Vaitheswarankovil, Tamil Nadu on April 28, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Karpagambal Mess, Chennai

Start your day with a traditional Tamil breakfast of idli, dosa, and filter coffee at this popular local eatery, known for its authentic flavours and early opening hours.
INR150, 1h

8:30am

Drive from Chennai to Vaitheswarankovil

Begin your journey towards Vaitheswarankovil, a revered temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, approximately 265 km southwest of Chennai. The drive takes roughly 5.5 hours depending on traffic.
INR0, 5h30m

2:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Saravana Bhavan, Vaitheswarankovil

Enjoy a delicious South Indian thali or dosas at this famous vegetarian chain that ensures consistency and taste, perfect to refresh after your journey.
INR250, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Vaitheswarankovil Temple

Explore this spiritual site dedicated to Lord Shiva as the divine healer. The temple is known for its intricate carvings and healing rituals using sacred ash. Open daily from 6:00am to 8:00pm.
INR0, 1h30m

4:30pm

Drive to Thirunallar Saneeswaran Kovil

Travel approximately 20 km from Vaitheswarankovil to Thirunallar, home to the famous Shani temple, important for devotees seeking relief from planetary afflictions.
INR0, 40m

5:15pm

Visit Thirunallar Saneeswaran Temple

Spend time at this unique temple dedicated to Lord Shani where one can perform rituals to ward off negative astrological influences. The temple is open until 7:00pm.
INR0, 1h30m

6:45pm

Drive to Kumbakonam

Proceed to Kumbakonam, a historic temple town about 20 km away, where you will stay overnight. The drive takes approximately 40 minutes.
INR0, 40m

7:30pm

Dinner at Sree Sabarees, Kumbakonam

Enjoy a variety of vegetarian delicacies, including the famous Kumbakonam degree coffee, and traditional dishes in a comfortable setting.
INR300, 1h
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