Puri Bhubneshwar chilika 4N 5D
Day 1: Arrival in Bhubaneswar – Local Sightseeing
- Morning: Arrive in Bhubaneswar and check into your hotel.
- Local Sightseeing:
- Lingaraj Temple: Visit this prominent Shiva temple known for its exquisite Kalinga architecture.
- Mukteswara Temple: Explore this ancient temple famous for its detailed carvings and sculptures.
- Rajarani Temple: Visit this temple known for its unique architectural style and ornate carvings.
- Afternoon:
- Odisha State Museum: Discover the diverse exhibits ranging from ancient artifacts to tribal arts.
- Evening: Relax or explore local markets.
- Overnight: Bhubaneswar.
Day 2: Bhubaneswar – Puri
- Morning: After breakfast, drive to Puri (approx. 1.5 hours).
- Local Sightseeing:
- Jagannath Temple: Visit this famous temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath, one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites.
- Puri Beach: Relax at the beach and enjoy the scenic views of the Bay of Bengal.
- Afternoon:
- Konark Sun Temple: (Optional) Visit the Sun Temple at Konark (approx. 1 hour from Puri), a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its stunning architecture and intricate carvings.
- Evening: Explore local markets or relax at your hotel.
- Overnight: Puri.
Day 3: Puri – Chilika Lake
- Morning: After breakfast, drive to Chilika Lake (approx. 2 hours).
- Boat Ride: Take a boat ride on the lake to enjoy the scenic beauty and spot migratory birds (especially if visiting during the winter months).
- Bird Sanctuary: Visit the Nalabana Bird Sanctuary located within Chilika Lake.
- Afternoon:
- Kalijai Temple: Visit the temple located on an island in the lake, accessible by boat.
- Satapada: Explore this area known for its scenic beauty and dolphin watching (if time permits).
- Evening: Return to Puri.
- Overnight: Puri.
Day 4: Puri – Local Sightseeing
- Morning: After breakfast, explore more of Puri:
- Sudarshan Crafts Museum: Visit this museum to see a variety of traditional crafts and artwork from Odisha.
- Raghurajpur Artisan Village: Explore this village known for its traditional Pattachitra paintings and other local crafts.
- Afternoon: Relax at Puri Beach or visit any remaining local attractions.
- Evening: Enjoy a traditional Odia meal.
- Overnight: Puri.
Day 5: Departure from Puri/Bhubaneswar
- Morning: After breakfast, check out from your hotel.
- Transfer: Drive back to Bhubaneswar (if your departure is from Bhubaneswar) or head to the nearest airport/railway station for your onward journey.
