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2-Day Cultural and Coastal Tour: Bhubaneswar - Puri - Konark

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Day 1: Temple & Beach Exploration

Puri, India on July 13, 2025

7:00am

Travel Bhubaneswar to Puri

Start early from Bhubaneswar to Puri, a roughly 1.5-hour drive covering about 60 km on NH316.
INR500, 1h30m

8:45am

Breakfast at New Lighthouse Restaurant

Enjoy traditional Odia breakfast with options like chhena poda and aloo dum near Puri beach.
INR200, 1h

9:45am

Visit Jagannath Temple

Explore the famous 12th-century Jagannath Temple, a key pilgrimage site and architectural marvel. Note non-Hindus cannot enter the main sanctum but can visit the premises.
Free, 1h30m

11:30am

Visit Gundicha Temple

Located 2 km away from Jagannath Temple, this temple is integral to Rath Yatra and worth visiting for its spiritual significance and architecture.
Free, 30m

12:15pm

Lunch at Wild Grass Restaurant

Savour fresh seafood and Odia cuisine in a cozy setting near Puri Beach. Recommended dishes include prawn malai curry and fish fry.
INR400, 1h

1:30pm

Relax at Puri Beach

Spend the afternoon soaking in the sun and sea at the famous Puri Beach, perfect for a stroll, local shopping, and enjoying beach snacks.
Free, 2h

3:30pm

Visit Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary (Nalabana Bird Sanctuary)

Drive roughly 1 hour to Chilika Lake’s Nalabana Bird Sanctuary, spotting migratory birds and beautiful lake views. Open until 5pm.
INR200, 1h30m

5:15pm

Check-in at Hotel Mahodadhi Palace

Relax and refresh at the beachfront hotel with excellent amenities and sea views.
INR4000, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Mahodadhi Palace Restaurant

Enjoy an elegant dinner featuring multi-cuisine dishes or traditional Odia thali, perfect to end a busy day.
INR600, 1h
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Day 2: Heritage & Return

Konark & Bhubaneswar, India on July 14, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Start the day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel, featuring local and continental options.
Included, 1h

8:45am

Travel Puri to Konark

Take the approximately 1-hour drive (35 km) to Konark to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sun Temple.
INR300, 1h

9:45am

Visit Konark Sun Temple

Explore the spectacular 13th-century Sun Temple, famed for its intricate stone chariot architecture and sculptures. Open from 9am to 5:30pm.
INR40, 2h

11:45am

Visit Konark Beach

Relax and enjoy the scenic beach near the Sun Temple, known for its peaceful environment and natural beauty.
Free, 1h

12:45pm

Lunch at Alaap Restaurant

Savor authentic Odia cuisine with specialties like machha tarkari (fish curry) and dalma in a serene ambiance near Konark.
INR350, 1h

1:45pm

Visit Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary (Optional)

If time permits, consider a short visit to Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary, famous for mangroves and saltwater crocodiles, located around 2.5 hours from Konark (may require early planning, else skip).
INR100, 2h

2:00pm

Travel Konark to Bhubaneswar

Begin the return journey to Bhubaneswar, approximately 65 km taking about 1.5 hours.
INR300, 1h30m

3:30pm

Option: Visit Dhauli Peace Pagoda (if time permits)

Located on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar, Dhauli is a historic site with ancient rock edicts and a beautiful peace pagoda.
Free, 1h

4:45pm

Arrival and Departure

Conclude the itinerary in Bhubaneswar with time to relax or proceed to your onward travel plans.
Varies, N/A
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