Itinerary

1. 1st Day - Arrival in Bhubaneswar

   Upon arrival in Bhubaneswar, the group will be picked up by a bus and taken to Puri. After a small refreshment in Bhubaneswar, during the travel to Puri (approximately 60-70 km), the group will have the opportunity to observe roadside sightseeing and natural sceneries. They will also visit the famous Bata Mangala Temple, a renowned Sakti Pitha situated by the roadside. Finally, they will reach Puri and check in at the hotel.

2. 2nd Day - Puri Sightseeing

   The group will witness the serene beauty of the Bay of Bengal (Sea) early in the morning by visiting Neeladri Beach and Golden Beach. At 10:30 am, they will proceed for Lord Jagannatha's darshan (sacred viewing) and have Mahaprasad (lunch) by 1 p.m. Afterwards, they will return to the hotel for a small refreshment. At 3 p.m., they will visit the Sun Temple in Konark, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and watch the light show at 5 p.m. In the evening, they can optionally visit the sea beach again to enjoy the view of the golden beach in Puri.

3. 3rd Day - Chilika Lake Excursion

   The entire day will be dedicated to a full-day excursion starting in the morning (usually 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.). The group will proceed to Chilika, Satapada, Asia's largest brackish water lake and a renowned sanctuary for Irrawaddy dolphins and migratory birds. It is also a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site and a RAMSAR-declared site. Participants will have the opportunity to appreciate the natural beauty, habitat, and scenery and engage in unique boating experiences, dolphin watching, and savouring delicious local non-vegetarian cuisine, particularly famous for crabs and fishes. They will also learn, enjoy, and experience the marine culture and traditions of the local people, creating lasting memories through photography.

4. 4th Day - Bhubaneswar Exploration

   In the morning (usually around 8 a.m.), the group will proceed to Bhubaneswar. En route, they will visit Sakhigopal Temple, a highly sacred temple, and Raghurajpur village, renowned for its Patachitra (traditional cloth-based scroll painting) making. They will also visit Pipili, famous for its appliqué works, a traditional craft of the local people. Additionally, they will explore Dhauli Santi Stupa, a peace pagoda of Buddhist significance, before checking in at the hotel. In the afternoon, they will visit the Rajarani Temple, known for its unique architecture, the Mukteswar Temple, featuring exquisite architectural work, and the Lingaraj Temple, a famous Lord Shiva temple in eastern India with splendid architecture. If time permits, they may engage in some shopping in Bhubaneswar.

5. 5th Day - Bhubaneswar City Tour and Departure

   Early in the morning, the group will visit Khandagiri and Udayagiri, Jain caves dating back to the 2nd century BCE. They will also enjoy a white safari at Nandan Kanan, visit some of the finest shopping centres in the city, explore the rich handicrafts, and savour the delicious traditional Odishan cuisines. Finally, they will prepare for departure from the airport, cherishing the experiential memories, enjoyment, fun, and the guide's hospitality and the destination memories.