Explore Chola Nattu Divya Desams - 6 Nights / 7 Days

1N Trichy 1N Thanjavur 2N Kumbakonam 2N Chidambaram

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Overview

The Divya Desam temples are an integral part of Tamil Nadu’s spiritual heritage, composed in the 4000 Divya Prabandhams by the 12 Azhwars. Among these, the Chola Nadu region is home to 40 of these sacred sites, making it one of the most spiritually significant pilgrimage circuits in South India.

This tour takes you through Trichy, Thanjavur, Kumbakonam, Nagapattinam, and Chidambaram, allowing you to explore temples that not only represent the finest examples of Dravidian architecture but also hold significant spiritual importance. From the grandeur of Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple to rare and lesser-known shrines in Cuddalore and Sirkazhi, each stop offers a unique and intriguing experience of a Divya Desam pilgrimage.

Perfect for devotees and history enthusiasts alike, this itinerary not only blends temple visits but also offers a rich cultural exploration. With every visit, you’ll step into a living tradition of worship and architectural beauty, enriching your understanding of Tamil Nadu's rich cultural heritage.

Itinerary

This 7-day Divya Desam temple tour, a spiritually enriching Vaishnavite pilgrimage in Tamil Nadu, covers 12 major sacred sites across Chola Nadu, including Srirangam, Kumbakonam, Chidambaram, and Thirukovilur.

Day 1: Arrival in Trichy−

On arrival at Trichy railway station, after meet-and-greet formalities, transfer to your hotel and check in. Later, visit the Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple, the first and foremost of the 108 Divya Desams in India.

Located on the banks of the River Cauvery, this temple is one of the largest functioning Hindu temples in the world and a significant part of South India temple tour packages.

Then, visit Uraiyur Nachiyar Kovil, near Trichy Town Station, another Vaishnavite temple in Tamil Nadu with deep cultural and spiritual significance.

Overnight stay in Trichy.

Day 2: Trichy - Thanjavur (70 Km / 2 hrs)+

After breakfast, visit Purushothama Perumal Temple (Uthamar Kovil), a unique temple enshrining Trimurti -Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma.

This sacred spot is a highlight of any Chola Nadu temple tour. Continue to Thiruvellarai Pundarikakshan Temple and Anbil Vadivazhagiya Nambi Temple, both important Divya Desams near Trichy.

Post-lunch, explore Appakudathan Perumal Temple, Hara Saaba Vimochana Perumal Temple, and Neelamega Perumal Temple, popular stops in Tamil Nadu spiritual tourism circuits.

Later, transfer to Thanjavur and check into your hotel.

Overnight stay in Thanjavur.

Day 3: Thanjavur - Kumbakonam (50 Kms / 1.5 hrs)+

Begin your day with a visit to Aduthurai Perumal Temple and Kabisthalam Gajendra Varadhar Temple, both part of the Divya Desam temples in the Kumbakonam region.

Explore Bhoothangudi Vavvil Ramar Temple and Athanoor Aandu Alakkum Ayan Perumal Temple, rich in temple heritage and Dravidian architecture.

In the evening, check in at Kumbakonam and visit Kola Valvill Ramar Temple and the iconic Sarangapani Temple, one of the Pancharanga Kshetrams and a top site in Vaishnavism pilgrimage tours.

Overnight stay in Kumbakonam.

Day 4: Kumbakonam - Nagappatinam - Kumbakonam (150 Kms / 4 hrs)+

This day covers some of the most revered Divya Desams in Nagapattinam, like Sowriraja Perumal Temple, Soundararaja Perumal Temple, and Loganatha Perumal Temple.

Continue to Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple, Saranatha Perumal Temple, and Thirunarayur Nachiyar Kovil, each a treasure for devotees on a Divya Desam yatra package.

Overnight stay in Kumbakonam.

Day 5: Kumbakonam - Chidambaram (85 Kms / 3 hrs)+

On day 5, explore Nathan Kovil Jagannatha Perumal Temple (Oppiliappan) and Thiruvazhundur Devaadi Raja Perumal Temple, among the top South Indian Vishnu temples.

In the afternoon, explore Sirupuliyur Arulmaakadal Perumal Temple, Parimala Ranganathar Temple, and Thalachangadu Naanmadhiyam Perumal Temple, a must-see for those on a Divya Desam pilgrimage tour in Tamil Nadu.

On the way to Chidambaram, pause by at the Thadalan Trivikrama Perumal Temple in Sirkazhi, a part of many religious tour packages in Tamil Nadu.

Overnight stay in Chidambaram.

Day 6: Chidambaram - Thiruvankadu - Chidambaram+

This day includes multiple rare Divya Desam temples near Chidambaram, such as: Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple (Thiruvaali), Deiva Nayaga Perumal Temple, Annan Kovil Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Vaikuntha Natha Perumal Temple, Purushothama Perumal Temple, Per Arulalan Perumal Temple, Senganmal Ranganatha Perumal Temple, Kuda Maadu Koothan Perumal Temple, Manimaada Sri Narayana Perumal Temple.

The Afternoon visits are scheduled to Thirumanikoodam Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kavalambadi Gopala Krishna Perumal Temple, Parthanpalli Thamaraiyal Kelvan Perumal Temple.

These temples are essential sites on any Divya Desam pilgrimage itinerary.

Overnight stay in Chidambaram.

Day 7: Chidambaram - Cuddalore - Thirukovilur - Trichy+

Early morning visit to Govindaraja Perumal Temple inside the Nataraja Temple complex, one of the rare Divya Desams where Shaivism and Vaishnavism coexist. Next, visit Devanatha Perumal Temple in Cuddalore, the only South Indian temple featuring a Hayagriva shrine on a hill, making it a hidden gem for South India temple tour packages. Explore Trivikrama Temple in Thirukovilur, commemorating the divine footsteps of Ulagalantha Perumal, a key highlight in the Chola Nadu Divya Desam trail.

Return to Trichy for departure.