7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Purulia

1. Day 1: Bisarjan Ghat
   10 minutes (2.5 km) from Purulia Railway Station

   Observe the serene beauty of Subarnarekha river and participate in an evening aarti - a traditional Hindu ritual.

2. Day 2: Pakhi Pahad
   30 minutes (15 km) from Bisarjan Ghat

   Hiking through the hill to be offered with a scenic view of the city and opulent nature.

3. Day 3: Joychandi Pahar
   30 minutes (17 km) from Pakhi Pahad

   Venture into the historical remains of a fort atop a hill with an enthralling hill-top view.

4. Day 4: Matha Kopai Dam
   10 minutes (5 km) from Joychandi Pahar

   Boating in the dam with a stunning view while indulging in some refreshments at stalls.

5. Day 5: Charida Village
   45 minutes (25 km) from Matha Kopai Dam

   Learn the traditional style of tribal arts and crafts and get yourself a souvenir.

6. Day 6: Marble Lake
   1 hour (35 km) from Charida Village

   Expansive blue skies, placid lake, and colorful surrounding with facilities like boating and adventure activities.

7. Day 7: Duarsini Pass
   1.5 hour (40 km) from Marble Lake

   Sacrificing few hours of utmost comfort and resting to walk a few kilometers to experience nature in its core with waterfall, jungle, and a suspension bridge along the way.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Bisarjan Ghat (1 hour, Free)
• Pakhi Pahad (2 hours, Free)
• Joychandi Pahar (3 hours, Free)
• Matha Kopai Dam (2 hours, Boating: INR 200)
• Charida Village (2 hours, Free)
• Marble Lake (3 hours, Boating: INR 300 - 500, Adventure Activities: INR 200 - 300)
• Duarsini Pass (5 hours, Free)

Total Estimated Costs: INR 500 - 1100 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time:

• Visit PKDA (Panchakot Kshetra Development Authority) Park to experience nature, lake and picnic area. (Day 2)
• Take a trip to art and craft hub, Shilpa Gram to witness traditional handcrafted works. (Day 4)
• Visit iconic Ayodhya Hills and take the Mahul - Ranibandh trek. (Day 7)

If you have less time:

• Skip Charida Village (Day 5)
• Skip Marble Lake (Day 6)
• Visit PKDA park instead of hiking Pakhi Pahad. (Day 2)