Puri Rath Yatra

Day 01 – Arrive Kolkata
Namaste! We are warmly welcomed the traditional Indian way with hands clapped together. After immigration and custom formalities, we are transferred to the hotel for overnight stay. 

Day 02 – Kolkata
Today morning after breakfast sightseeing tour of Kolkata including visit to Catholic church, National Museum, High court building, Victoria Memorial and Howrah Bridge.

Evening is free to explore the local market. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03 – Kolkata – Bhubaneswar (By Flight)        
Morning after breakfast, transfer to the airport to board the flight for Bhubaneswar. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel and relax amidst the comforts of your room.

Later, we will visit Jain Monk’s Caves of 2nd Century B.C. at the twin hills of Khandagiri – Udaygiri and Tribal Museum.

Evening is free for relaxation or independently explores the local bazaars. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 04 – Bhubaneswar  
Today morning after breakfast, we will go for Temple tour around Bhubaneswar visiting Lingaraj Temple, Brahmeshwar Temple, Rajarani Temple, Mukteshwara Temple and Yogini Temple.

Evening is free for relaxation. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 05 – Bhubaneswar – Konark – Puri   
Today morning after breakfast, drive to Puri (approx. 100kms / 02 ½ hours) enroute visiting Konark Sun Temple. The temple often called as the Black Pagoda, was constructed in 13th century by Raja Narasingha Deva-I of the Ganga Dynasty. The temple is in the form of a huge chariot drawn by seven spirited horses on 12 pairs of exquisitely decorated wheels- resembling the mythical seven horse chariot of Sun God. The temple of Konark is unique in its architecture and implementation.

Later, continue your drive to Puri. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel and relax on the Golden Beach of Puri. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 06 – Puri   
Today after breakfast, visit to pay our homage at the temple of Jagannath Puri. Shri Shri Jagannath Mahaprabhu lord of the Universe is the supreme solace and savior of countless devotees around the world. Jagannath Puri is one of the four major Dhamas of India. The temple is symbolizing one of the greatest spiritual and cultural heritages of the world.

Rest of the day is free for leisurely walk along the beach side. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 07 – Puri – Chilika Lake – Puri          
Today morning after breakfast, drive to Chilika Lake, the largest brackish water lake in Asia. In winter, lake is full with thousands of migratory birds as far as from Siberia.
This Lake is the largest area for migratory birds in the Indian subcontinent and now some part of the lake is protected as Chilika Lake Bird Sanctuary. Do boat ride in lake and visit a fisherman village at Chilika Lake and see their daily routine.

Late afternoon return to the Puri and explore local market famous for their Sculpture and workshops. Overnight stay.

Day 08 – Puri (Rath yatra festival)
Today after breakfast, witness famous Rath yatra festival and experience different activities involved in this. Watch the idols get transported by various devotees and atmosphere around it. Learn more about culture and history of Orissa people as you will witness their rituals and tradition.

Evening is free for relaxation. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 09 – Puri – Bhubaneswar – Kolkata (By Flight)        
Today after breakfast drive to Bhubaneswar airport (approx. 60Kms / 01 ½ hours) to board the flight for Kolkata.

Upon arrival, rest of the day is free to explore the city or for individual activities.
Late night transfer to the airport for your departure flight for onward destination.

**This tour can be change/ amend as per the client requirement or number of days in hand to witness this unique festival.