Odisha

Odisha ₹11,700.00/3 Days 2 Nights

State Overview
Located along India’s eastern coast on the Bay of Bengal, Odisha (formerly Orissa) is renowned for its ancient Kalinga-style temple architecture, rich tribal heritage, serene wildlife sanctuaries, and long sandy beaches.

Primary Hub: Bhubaneswar (Capital City & major transit hub).

Best Time to Visit: October to March (mild and pleasant climate for sightseeing).

Connectivity: Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) and Bhubaneswar Railway Station (BBS) connect directly to all major Indian cities.

Cuisine Highlights: Dalma (lentils cooked with raw vegetables), Pakhala Bhata (fermented rice), Chhena Poda (baked cheese dessert), Fresh Coastal Seafood (Prawn & Crab Curry), and Khaja (crispy sweet pastry from Puri).

3-Day / 2-Night Itinerary (Golden Triangle Circuit)

Day 1: Arrival in Bhubaneswar & Drive to Puri
Morning:

Arrive in Bhubaneswar.

Visit the ancient 11th-century Lingaraj Temple (non-Hindus can view it from the viewing platform) and the 10th-century Mukteswar Temple, famous for its exquisite stone carvings.

Afternoon:

Drive to Puri (approx. 60 km / 1.5 hours). En route, stop at Dhauli Giri (Peace Pagoda), the historic site of the Kalinga War where Emperor Ashoka embraced Buddhism.

Evening:

Check into your hotel in Puri.

Visit the world-famous Jagannath Temple for Darshan (Note: Leather items, electronic devices, and photography are strictly prohibited inside).

Spend the late evening unwinding at Puri Beach and sample local street food.

Overnight: Stay in Puri.

Day 2: Konark Sun Temple & Marine Drive
Morning:

Take a scenic drive along the Puri-Konark Marine Drive to Konark (approx. 35 km / 1 hour).

Explore the Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site designed as a colossal 24-wheeled chariot pulled by seven horses.

Afternoon:

Relax at Chandrabhaga Beach, located right near Konark, known for its clean shores and calm atmosphere.

Visit the nearby ASI Museum at Konark to see preserved stone sculptures and artifacts.

Evening:

Return to Puri. Spend the evening browsing local markets near the temple road for Pattachitra paintings, stone carvings, and traditional handicrafts.

Overnight: Stay in Puri.

Day 3: Chilika Lake (Satapada) & Departure from Bhubaneswar
Morning:

Early morning drive to Satapada on Chilika Lake (approx. 50 km / 1.5 hours), Asia's largest brackish water lagoon.

Take a 2-hour boat ride to spot the rare Irrawaddy Dolphins and visit the Sea Mouth island point where the lake meets the Bay of Bengal.

Afternoon:

Drive back toward Bhubaneswar. Stop at Raghurajpur Heritage Crafts Village, famous for artisan families specializing in traditional Pattachitra scroll paintings and palm-leaf engravings.

Evening:

Head to Bhubaneswar Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey home.