6 Day Odisha Temple & Chilika Lake Tour – Jagannath Puri, Konark Sun Temple & Dolphin Safari

Arrival – Puri

Arrive at Puri railway station or airport and transfer to your hotel for check-in. After lunch, visit the sacred Gundicha Temple and the famous Lokanath Temple, both important pilgrimage sites in Puri. In the evening, relax at Puri Beach, enjoying the sea breeze and sunset views along the Bay of Bengal. Overnight stay in Puri.

• Visit Gundicha Temple and Lokanath Temple.

Puri – Chilika Lake Dolphin Tour

After breakfast, visit the revered Jagannath Temple (entry for Hindus only), one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites in India. Later, drive to Satapada at Chilika Lake, Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon. Enjoy a boat cruise to spot rare Irrawaddy Dolphins, visit the Sea Mouth, and explore Red Crab Island (approx. 3 hours). Return to Puri in the evening. Overnight stay in Puri.

• Visit Jagannath Temple (for Hindus only).
• Drive to Chilika Lake at Satapada.
• Boat cruise to see Irrawaddy Dolphins, Sea Mouth, and Red Crab Island (approx. 3 hours).

Konark Sun Temple & Chandrabhaga Beach Excursion

After breakfast, proceed to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Konark Sun Temple (Black Pagoda), famous for its magnificent stone carvings and chariot-shaped architecture. En route, visit Ramchandi Temple and relax at the scenic Chandrabhaga Beach, known for its clean shoreline and sunrise views. Return to Puri. Overnight stay in Puri.

• Visit Konark Sun Temple (Black Pagoda).
• Stop at Ramchandi Temple and Chandrabhaga Beach.

Puri to Bhubaneswar – Temple City Tour

After breakfast, check out and drive to Bhubaneswar, known as the “Temple City of India.” Visit Dhauli Peace Pagoda, followed by the sacred Lingaraj Temple, the beautifully carved Mukteshwar Temple, and the elegant Rajarani Temple. Explore the local museum to learn about Odisha’s heritage. Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar.

• Visit Dhauli (Peace Pagoda), Lingaraj Temple, Mukteshwar Temple, Rajarani Temple, and Mesume.

Bhubaneswar – Local Sightseeing

After breakfast, visit Nandankanan Zoological Park and Botanical Garden (closed on Monday), famous for its white tigers and safari experience. Later, explore the ancient Khandagiri and Udayagiri Caves, which date back to the Jain era. In the evening, enjoy shopping at Bhubaneswar’s local markets. Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar.

• Visit Nandankanan Zoological Park (closed on Monday) and Botanical Garden.
• Explore Khandagiri & Udayagiri Caves.

Departure

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Puri railway station or airport for your onward journey. Your Odisha temple and nature tour concludes with spiritual experiences, wildlife encounters, and beautiful coastal memories.