01/02/2026
Perfect 2 day itinerary for Bhubaneswar and Puri
Day 1: Bhubaneswar —> Puri
Visit Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar.
Go early to beat the crowd.
No mobile 📱 allowed inside.
Locker facilities are available.
Allocate ~2 hours
Late morning/afternoon
Travel to Puri( approx 1.5-2hours drive depending on where your hotel is)
Have lunch.
Evening:
Enjoy a traditional Odissi dance performance, often performed by boys dressed as girls — unique cultural experience.
Witness the Samudra Arti at the beach.
Call it a day and rest at the hotel.
Day 2: Puri —> Konark
Morning:
Head to Shree Jagannath Temple.
Best to go early; temple gets very crowded.
Hire a Panda (priest) to guide you—enhances the experience.
Visit the kitchen (Rasoi) where bhog is prepared.
Explore Anand Bazaar for prasad.
Allocate 3–4 hours for the temple visit.
Late morning/Afternoon:
Lunch in Puri.
Afternoon:
Drive to Sun Temple, Konark (~1 hour).
Recommended to hire a guide to fully appreciate the history and architecture.
Allocate ~2 hours for sightseeing.
Evening:
Return to Puri, Have dinner and Call off the day.
Day 3: Puri
Early Morning:
Wake up early to enjoy sunrise at beach.
Relax on the beach or take a morning walk.
Morning:
Check out from the hotel.
Depart for your onward journey/home.
✅ Tips:
Best time to visit : October to February
Pleasant weather and less humid.
Don’t forget to pack Sunscreen.
Keep light clothing and comfortable shoes, especially for temple visits.
Carry cash (change) for prasad, tips, and small purchases.
Respect local customs in temples (cover shoulders, remove shoes, etc.).
Stay hydrated—Odisha can get hot, even in winters.
