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One of the four holy cities of Hindus, Puri is one of the significant cities of Char Dham pilgrimage circuit. The city holds one of the most celebrated abodes of Lord Jagannath, the famous Sun Temple. Apart from being a highly religious city, Puri also has a cheerful side to it for it owns one of the best beaches for swimming in India. The unique location of Puri makes it worth visiting mainly during sunset and sunrise when these beaches look most attractive. This tour to spectacular Puri will enchant you with its cultural splendor and natural bliss.
Day-By-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Bhubaneswar- Puri Arrive at Bhubaneswar Railway Station/Airport then drive to Puri. Transfer to hotel, later visit Lord Jagannath Temple- Sun Temple and Chandrabhaga Beach. Return to Puri and in the evening visit Golden Beach.
Day 2: Puri Drive to Satapada, to see confluence of Chilika Lake and Bay of Bengal and visit Irawadi Dolphin Sanctuary. Enjoy boat ride in Chilika Lagoon with the Dolphins. Return to Puri; rest of the day is free for shopping and leisure activities. .
Day 3: Puri- Bhubaneswar- Departure Visit National Craft Village Raghurajpur and also go for Bhubaneswar local sightseeing (depends on flight / train time). Later drive to Bhubaneswar for Bhubaneswar Airport or Railway station for journey back home.
Tour Highlights:
Lord Jagannath Temple whose famous Rath Yatra or chariot festival attracts thousands of devotees each year
Visit a famous tourist spot known for Irawadi Dolphin Sanctuary to spot dolphins
Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site- Sun Temple
Day 1: Arrival at Bhubaneswar- Puri
Upon your arrival at the airport/ railway station, meet our representative awaiting you outside. Later you will be driven to Puri where you will check-in at a hotel for overnight stay. At the hotel our representative will brief you about tour itinerary for fabulous Puri tour.
The rest of the day in Puri will bring a visit to Lord Jagannath Temple whose famous Rath Yatra or chariot festival attracts thousands of devotees each year and its religious fervor makes it one of the must visit holy shrines for every Hindu. Also visit Chandrabhaga confluence of river Chandrabhaga to enjoy glimpses of beauteous panorama spread around. Evening at Puri brings visit to golden beach of Puri where a leisurely stroll will be therapeutic and rejuvenating. Thereafter return to your hotel in Puri for overnight stay.
Day 2: Puri
Today’s fun filled drive from Puri will take you to Satapada, the confluence of Chilika Lake and Bay of Bengal. The region is a famous tourist spot known for Irawadi Dolphin Sanctuary and scenic views. Explore the region and enjoy a boat ride in Chilika Lagoon to follow beautiful Dolphins. The day will conclude with a drive back to Puri where rest of the day will be free for your recreational activities at the hotel or can head for a shopping spree.
Day 3: Puri- Bhubaneswar- Departure
On this day commence a visit to National Craft Village- Raghurajpur to learn about rich tribal craft culture in Orissa. Later proceed towards Bhubaneswar where you can enjoy optional local sightseeing if time permits. A soulful and rejuvenating journey to temple towns and beauteous beaches of Orissa will end today when you will be directed back to Bhubaneswar Airport/ Railway Station for your flight/train back home.
