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3 days in Puri & Konark

The Jagannath temple, the Sun Temple of Konark and Asia's largest lagoon.

Best time: Oct – Mar
Ideal length: 3 days
A day, mid-range: ₹4,000 per person
Trip for two: about ₹24,000

Planning a 3-day trip to Puri & Konark? Here's a day-by-day Puri & Konark itinerary with what it costs, where to stay and how to get there, ready to follow or make your own.

Why go now

Winter is the season: the Konark Dance Festival is held in early December and migratory birds crowd Chilika from November to February.

Puri is one of Hinduism's holiest towns, home to the Jagannath Temple and a long sandy beach. Combine it with the Konark Sun Temple, the painter village of Raghurajpur and Chilika Lake for a rich three-day loop.

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October to March: 18–30°C, sunny and pleasant.

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Don't miss

Best things to do in Puri & Konark

01
Jagannath Temple
One of the four Char Dham shrines (Hindus only inside).
02
Konark Sun Temple
A 13th-century stone chariot with 24 carved wheels (UNESCO).
03
Chilika Lake
Irrawaddy dolphins at Satapada and flamingos in winter.
04
Raghurajpur
A village where every house is a pattachitra painter's studio.

Day by day

Puri & Konark itinerary for 3 days

D1
Day 1: Jagannath and the beach
Morning
Visit Jagannath Temple early (Hindus only inside; others can view from the Raghunandan Library roof).
Afternoon
Lunch of mahaprasad at Ananda Bazaar, then rest.
Evening
Evening on Swargadwar beach with street food.
Leave phones and leather outside the temple.
D2
Day 2: Konark and Raghurajpur
Morning
Drive 35 km to Konark Sun Temple at sunrise; hire an ASI guide.
Afternoon
Chandrabhaga beach, then Raghurajpur, where every house paints pattachitra.
Evening
Back to Puri for dinner.
Konark is best before 9 AM for light and cool.
D3
Day 3: Chilika Lake
Morning
Drive to Satapada on Chilika Lake for a boat trip to see Irrawaddy dolphins.
Afternoon
Lunch of fresh crab or prawns by the lake.
Evening
Leave via Bhubaneswar.
Migratory birds peak from November to February.

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Shorter or longer

Puri & Konark in 2, 3 or 5 days

2 days in Puri & Konark

Follow days 1 to 2 above and leave out “Chilika Lake”. Start early each day and book the main sights ahead.

5 days in Puri & Konark

Slow down with a free day for a spa, a cooking class or simply wandering, then add 1 day in Mahabalipuram.

Puri & Konark trip from your city

From Kolkata:Overnight train

What it costs

Puri & Konark trip budget

Style	Per person, a day	3 days for two
Budget	₹1,500	₹9,000
Mid-range	₹4,000	₹24,000
Luxury	₹12,000+	₹72,000

Stay, food, local transport and entry fees; travel to Puri & Konark is extra. Rough guides from recent prices, so check before you book.

Where to stay

Best hotels in Puri & Konark for every budget

Budget
Guesthouses on Chakratirtha Road
Puri
Quieter end of the beach, popular with backpackers.
from ₹1,200 /night
Prices
Mid-range
Sea-facing hotels
Marine Drive
Balconies over the Bay of Bengal.
from ₹5,000 /night
Prices
Luxury
Mayfair Heritage
Chakratirtha Road
A beach resort with a pool and gardens.
from ₹14,000 /night
Prices

What to eat

Food to try in Puri & Konark

Mahaprasad
Temple food from Ananda Bazaar.
Chhena poda
Odisha's baked cheese dessert.
Dalma
Lentils cooked with vegetables.

Getting there

How to reach Puri & Konark

Travel: Bhubaneswar airport is about 60 km; Puri has direct trains from Kolkata, Delhi and Chennai.
Getting around: Autos and taxis; hire a car for the Konark and Chilika day trips.

Non-Hindus can view the Jagannath temple from the Raghunandan Library rooftop.
Try the temple's mahaprasad at Ananda Bazaar.

Before you go

What to pack for Puri & Konark

Power bank and charging cables
ID (Aadhaar or licence)
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Swimwear and flip-flops
Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for temples

Good questions

Puri & Konark trip FAQs

How many days are enough for Puri & Konark?

3 days are enough to see the highlights: Jagannath Temple, Konark Sun Temple, Chilika Lake. Add a day or two if you like a slower pace.

How much does a 3-day Puri & Konark trip cost?

Roughly ₹1,500 a day per person on a budget, ₹4,000 mid-range and ₹12,000+ for luxury, not counting travel to get there. For two people mid-range, that's about ₹24,000 for 3 days.

What is the best time to visit Puri & Konark?

Oct – Mar. Winter is the season: the Konark Dance Festival is held in early December and migratory birds crowd Chilika from November to February.

Where should I stay in Puri & Konark?

Budget: Guesthouses on Chakratirtha Road (Puri), from about ₹1,200 a night. Mid-range: Sea-facing hotels (Marine Drive), from about ₹5,000 a night. Luxury: Mayfair Heritage (Chakratirtha Road), from about ₹14,000 a night.

How do I reach Puri & Konark?

Bhubaneswar airport is about 60 km; Puri has direct trains from Kolkata, Delhi and Chennai.

Is 2 days enough for Puri & Konark?

Yes, if you focus: follow days 1 to 2 of the itinerary above and skip "Chilika Lake". 3 days is the comfortable length.

How do I plan a trip to Puri & Konark from Kolkata?

Overnight train. Then follow the 3-day itinerary above; budget from about ₹1,500 a day per person plus travel.

What is the weather like in Puri & Konark?

October to March: 18–30°C, sunny and pleasant.

What food should I try in Puri & Konark?

Mahaprasad: Temple food from Ananda Bazaar. Chhena poda: Odisha's baked cheese dessert. Dalma: Lentils cooked with vegetables.

How do I get around Puri & Konark?

Autos and taxis; hire a car for the Konark and Chilika day trips.

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