Family holidays

Puri & Chilika Holiday

Puri's beach and temple, then Irrawaddy dolphins and island beaches on Chilika Lake.

Trip at a glance

Duration4 days / 3 nights
Starts inPuri
RoutePuri · Chilika Lake
Places2 destinations
StateOdisha, India
Ideal forFamily holidays, Beach holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-12DSWL

Best time to visit: October to March

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Puri Beach – Puri

Trip overview

Puri's beach and temple, then Irrawaddy dolphins and island beaches on Chilika Lake.

The route spends 2 nights in Puri and 1 night in Chilika Lake, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits family holidays and beach holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Jagannath TemplePuri BeachGundicha TempleNalabana Bird SanctuarySatapada dolphin pointKalijai Temple

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Puri

Arrive via Biju Patnaik International Airport and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Chilika Lake (Satapada): Dolphin-spotting boat rides

Day 2Puri: Beach sunrise and Jagannath Temple

Beach sunrise
Jagannath Temple: Twelfth-century temple (Hindus only)

Day 3Puri to Chilika Lake

Travel from Puri to Chilika Lake by private vehicle
Check in at your Chilika Lake hotel
Rajhans Island: Sandbar beach

Day 4Depart from Chilika Lake

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Daily drives kept short, with stops for children
Family rooms, connecting rooms or extra beds requested and confirmed in the quote
One active day followed by a slower morning
Child-friendly sights and meals noted for each stop
Beachfront or walk-to-beach hotels requested

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Puri: Visit Raghurajpur village to see pattachitra paintings made by families of artists.
Chilika Lake: Mangalajodi at dawn is one of India's best birding experiences.

At a glance

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
Route: Puri, Chilika Lake
Ideal for: Family holidays, Beach holidays
Best time: October to March; November to February
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-12DSWL

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 3 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Pick-up and drop at the arrival and departure point
Driver allowances, tolls, parking and fuel for the itinerary route
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

Flights or train tickets unless added to your quote
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Entry tickets, camera fees and optional activities unless stated
Personal expenses such as laundry, tips and shopping
Travel insurance
GST as applicable

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Puri: October to March. Chilika Lake: November to February.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Puri (Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar (BBI), about 60 km). We can add flights or train tickets from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.