Rath Yatra Experience and Coastal Culture: Three-Day Tour from Puri to Bhubaneswar, Konark, and Chilika Lake

Day 1: Rath Yatra Festival

Puri, India on June 27, 2025

6:00am

Early Breakfast at Pelican Restaurant

Start your special day with a hearty breakfast at Pelican, offering both Indian and continental options, open from 6am to 10am.
INR350, 45m

7:00am

Attend Rath Yatra Festival

Experience the grand Rath Yatra festival at Jagannath Temple, witnessing the majestic chariot processions and vibrant celebrations. Expect large crowds; arrive early for good viewing spots. The event runs most of the day.
Free, 4h

11:30am

Relax and Light Lunch at Wildgrass Restaurant

After the festivities, recharge with light dishes and refreshments at Wildgrass, open from 7am to 9pm, offering calm and delicious meals.
INR400, 1h

1:00pm

Visit Puri Beach

Unwind with a peaceful stroll along Puri Beach, enjoying the coastal breeze and local vendors, open all day.
Free, 1h30m

3:00pm

Explore Puri Market

Browse local handicrafts and souvenirs in Puri’s vibrant market area, ideal for picking up Rath Yatra memorabilia and local art.
Free entry, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Bhojanalaya

Enjoy a traditional Oriya vegetarian meal at Bhojanalaya, a simple yet popular spot open till 10pm, perfect to reflect on the day's cultural immersion.
INR250, 1h
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Day 2: Bhubaneswar Temples

Bhubaneswar, India on June 28, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel or Dalma

Fuel up with a traditional Oriya breakfast at Dalma or at your hotel before heading to Bhubaneswar, open from 8am to 10:30pm.
INR250, 45m

8:30am

Drive to Bhubaneswar

Travel to Bhubaneswar from Puri, a 1.5-hour journey covering 60 km by taxi or private car.
INR1000 approx taxi fare, 1h30m

10:00am

Visit Lingaraja Temple

Explore the iconic Lingaraja Temple, a magnificent 11th-century temple and a prime example of Kalinga architecture, open from 6am to 9pm.
INR0, 1h30m

11:45am

Visit Mukteshwar Temple

Next, visit Mukteshwar Temple, known for its exquisite stone carvings and gateway, open 6am to 8pm.
INR0, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Truptee

Enjoy a traditional Odia thali that incorporates local flavours and fresh ingredients at Truptee, open 11am - 10pm.
INR300, 1h

2:30pm

Odisha State Museum

Discover the rich cultural heritage of Odisha through artefacts at the State Museum, open 10am to 5pm.
INR20, 1h30m

4:15pm

Ekamra Haat for handicrafts

Browse and purchase handicrafts at Ekamra Haat, an ideal place to see Oriya artisanship, open until 9pm.
Free entry, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Mayfair Lagoon’s Dalma

Dine on authentic Oriya dishes in the elegant setting of Mayfair Lagoon’s Dalma restaurant, open until 10:30pm.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 3: Konark and Chilika Lake

Konark and Chilika Lake, India on June 29, 2025

6:30am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a wholesome breakfast at your Bhubaneswar hotel before departing for Konark, ready for a full day tour.
Included in hotel, 30m

7:00am

Drive to Konark

Travel to Konark from Bhubaneswar by taxi or private car, about 65 km taking 1.5 hours.
INR1500 approx taxi fare, 1h30m

8:45am

Visit Sun Temple

Explore the renowned Sun Temple, a UNESCO Heritage site celebrated for intricate stone carvings and historical importance, open 6am to 6pm.
INR40 for Indians, INR600 for foreigners, 2h

11:00am

Chandrabhaga Beach

Spend some time relaxing at Chandrabhaga Beach, close to Konark, enjoying the picturesque coastline.
Free, 1h

12:15pm

Lunch at Ocean Spray Beach Resort

Dine on fresh local seafood and coastal cuisine at Ocean Spray Beach Resort’s restaurant, known for its ambience and views, open 12pm to 9pm.
INR500 approx, 1h

1:30pm

Drive to Chilika Lake (Satapada)

Continue your journey towards Chilika Lake at Satapada, approximately 32 km from Konark, about 1-hour drive.
INR1000 approx taxi fare, 1h

2:30pm

Boat Tour of Chilika Lake

Take a guided boat tour to see the famous Irrawaddy dolphins, migratory birds, and beautiful wetlands. Tours operate until late afternoon.
INR400 per person, 2h

4:45pm

Return to Puri

Drive back to Puri (approximately 65 km, 1.5-hour drive) and relax.
INR1500 approx taxi fare, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Wildgrass Restaurant

End your trip with dinner at Wildgrass in Puri, where you can enjoy a mix of continental and Indian cuisine in a relaxed garden setting, open till 9pm.
INR400, 1h
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