Arrival in Bhubaneswar
Upon arrival at Bhubaneswar Airport or Railway Station, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel. Bhubaneswar, known as the Temple City, was founded during the Kalinga Empire over 3,000 years ago and is home to more than 500 historic temples.
Begin sightseeing with visits to Lingaraj Temple, Rajarani Temple, Brahmeshwar Temple, Mukteshwar Temple, and Parshurameswar Temple.
After breakfast, proceed towards Puri with a stop at Dhauli, the Buddhist site where Emperor Ashoka embraced Buddhism. Continue to Hirapur to visit the ancient Chausath Yogini Temple dedicated to 64 forms of Goddess Shakti.
Post lunch, explore the historic Khandagiri and Udaygiri Caves, carved by Jain monks in the 1st century BC during the reign of King Kharavela.
Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar.
Meals: Not Included
Accommodation: Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar – Konark – Puri (100 km)
After breakfast, depart for Puri with another visit to Dhauli’s Peace Pagoda.
En route, stop at Pipli, a colorful artisan village famous for traditional appliqué handicrafts.
Continue to the magnificent Konark Sun Temple, a 13th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site built by King Langula Narasingha Deva, renowned for its intricate stone carvings and chariot-shaped architecture.
Later, proceed to Puri and check in at your hotel for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Puri
Puri – Satpada – Puri
After freshening up, visit the sacred Jagannath Temple, one of the four Char Dham pilgrimage sites, built in the 12th century and known for its grand Kalinga-style architecture.
Later, drive to Satpada at Chilka Lake, India’s largest brackish water lagoon.
Optional motorboat ride (direct payment) to spot the rare Irrawaddy Dolphins near the lake’s sea-mouth.
Return to Puri for an overnight stay.
Meals: Not Included
Accommodation: Puri
Puri – Gopalpur (175 km / approx. 5 hrs)
After breakfast, proceed to Gopalpur, a charming coastal town known for its peaceful beaches and old-world charm.
Enjoy the scenic shoreline, gentle sea breeze, historic lighthouse views, and nearby fishermen villages.
Overnight stay in Gopalpur.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Gopalpur
Gopalpur – Day at Leisure
Spend the day at leisure or opt for nearby excursions.
You may explore Berhampur Market, visit Rambha at Chilka Lake, or head to the scenic hilltop Taratarini Temple, a revered pilgrimage site surrounded by lush greenery.
Overnight stay in Gopalpur.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Gopalpur
Departure from Bhubaneswar
After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
Transfer to Bhubaneswar Railway Station for your onward journey with wonderful memories of Odisha.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Not Applicable