Take a direct or single-change train from Kanpur Central (CNB) to Puri (PURI). Book AC 3-tier (3A) for comfort; trains typically depart in the evening for overnight travel.
Try a calm, well-reviewed spot like Wildgrass Café (vegetarian & seafood options) or a trusted local seafood restaurant to sample fresh local fish and prawn dishes.
Attend early-morning darshan / aarti at Jagannath Temple. Note: inner sanctum access has rules (non-Hindus may have restricted access); timings are generally early morning to noon and evening — confirm exact hours locally.
Enjoy a local breakfast: khicede or traditional Odia breakfast and sweets (try chhena-based sweets) at your hotel or nearby eatery. Many places open from 7am.
Explore the 13th-century Sun Temple complex — UNESCO-listed, famed stone carvings and the chariot architecture. Site generally open ~6:00am–6:00pm (confirm locally).
Leave early for Chilika (approx 1–1.5 hours) for a morning boat trip to spot Irrawaddy dolphins and migratory birds; boat services usually operate early morning to mid-afternoon, confirm local timings.
Take a 1–2 hour boat trip (satapada) to see dolphins and birdlife; early morning is best for sightings. Boat schedules: typically start around 6–7am and run till early afternoon.
Visit Raghurajpur (famous Pattachitra & mask-making artisans) — shops and artist workshops typically open from mid-morning to evening; great for buying authentic souvenirs.
Catch your reserved train back to Kanpur. Train travel time is ~18–24 hours depending on train; this day is counted as your return/travel day — confirm exact departure and arrival times when you book.