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Updated: June 2026 · 2 min read

Navagraha Temples Near Bangalore — Temple Circuit Guide

Plan a Navagraha temple tour from Bangalore. Visit the nine planet temples across Tamil Nadu. Multi-day cab packages available with comfortable sedan or SUV options.

About the Navagraha Temples

The Navagraha temples are nine ancient temples in the Kaveri delta region of Tamil Nadu, each dedicated to a celestial body (graha) in Hindu astrology.

Each temple has unique Chola-era architecture. The temples are spread across towns near Kumbakonam and Tiruvaiyaru. A complete tour takes 3-4 days from Bangalore at a comfortable pace. For more temple options, see our Temples Near Bangalore guide.

The Nine Temples

  • Surya (Sun) — Suryanar Kovil
  • Chandra (Moon) — Kailasanathar Temple, Thingalur
  • Angaraka (Mars) — Vaitheeswaran Kovil
  • Budha (Mercury) — Tiruvenkadu
  • Brihaspati (Jupiter) — Alangudi
  • Shukra (Venus) — Kanjanur
  • Shani (Saturn) — Tirunallaru
  • Rahu — Tirunageswaram
  • Ketu — Keezhperumpallam

Planning Your Navagraha Temple Tour

1

Day 1: Drive to Kumbakonam

Start from Bangalore early (~5.5 hrs drive). Visit 3-4 temples in the afternoon. Overnight in Kumbakonam.

2

Day 2: Temple Circuit

Visit 3-4 more temples around Kumbakonam and Tiruvaiyaru. Explore the local market in the evening.

3

Day 3: Return to Bangalore

Visit remaining temples in the morning. Drive back to Bangalore, arriving in the evening.

Planning a Temple Circuit?

Book a multi-day cab package. Same driver throughout.

Cab Options for the Temple Circuit

  • Innova — Most comfortable for long drives. Space for 5-6 passengers.
  • SUV — Good ground clearance for rural roads. Comfortable for 4-5 passengers.
  • Sedan — Suitable for smaller groups (2-3 people) on a budget.

Multi-day fares include driver allowance. See our packages page or contact us for a custom quote.

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