Overview
This is a fully immersive journey, not a longer version of the 3-day trip — it adds Chilika's Bird Sanctuary at Barkul (separate from the Day 3 dolphin excursion), and closes with a day most Puri packages skip entirely: Gopalpur-on-Sea and the Olive Ridley turtle nesting site at Rushikulya.
Package & Pricing
Per person on twin-sharing (2 travelers). Includes private AC transport, hotel stays, daily breakfast, and GST.
| Package |
Day/Night |
Price |
| Grand Odisha Discovery |
7 Days/6 Nights |
₹16,700 |
| Odisha Heritage & Coastal Escape |
7 Days/6 Nights |
₹24,900 |
| Odisha Explorer (Premium) |
7 Days/6 Nights |
₹38,000 |
7 Days Puri & Odisha Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & The Sacred Corridor
Dhauli Peace Pagoda en route to Puri, then Jagannath Temple, Narendra Tank, Gundicha Temple, and a sunset walk at Blue Flag Beach.
Day 2: Konark Architectural Marvel & Arts
Sudarshan Craft Museum, Konark Sun Temple, Konark Museum, Chandrabhaga Beach, and Ramachandi Temple.
Day 3: Chilika Lagoon & Dolphin Sanctuary
Full-day Satapada excursion — boat ride to spot Irrawaddy Dolphins and the Sea Mouth, then Alarnath and Ommkareswar Temples on the return leg.
Day 4: Heritage Villages & Mystic Temples
Raghurajpur Heritage Craft Village, Sakhi Gopinath Temple (Sakhigopal), Hirapur Chausathiyogini Temple, and Dhauligiri Peace Pagoda before transferring to Bhubaneswar.
Day 5: The City of Temples & Wildlife
Lingaraj Temple, Mukteswar Temple, Udaygiri & Khandagiri caves, and Nandankanan Zoological Park.
Day 6: Chilika Bird Sanctuary & Barkul
Barkul, Nalabans Bird Sanctuary (seasonal migratory birds), and the Narayani Temple — a distinct, quieter side of Chilika from Day 3's Satapada visit.
Day 7: Coastal Wonders & Departure
Gopalpur-on-Sea, Rushikulya Muhana (the world-famous Olive Ridley turtle mass-nesting site), and Taratarini Temple hills before departure transfer.
💡 Local Expert Insight: Cell phones and leather items are prohibited inside the temple throughout this trip — most hotels provide safe lockers, which avoid the long queues at the temple's public cloakrooms.
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
- Hotel stay per chosen tier
- Private AC transport for all 7 days
- Daily breakfast
- Airport/railway transfers
- GST
What's Excluded
- Airfare or train fare
- Monument entry tickets
- Personal Panda/priest charges
- Lunches/dinners
Popular Sightseeing Places Covered in 6 Night 7 Days Odisha Tour
Our 6 Night 7 Days Odisha Tour includes the following popular sightseeing places.
Gopalpur-on-Sea
A quieter colonial-era beach town — Day 7, rarely covered by shorter packages.
Rushikulya Muhana (Olive Ridley Site)
World-famous mass nesting site for Olive Ridley sea turtles — Day 7.
Nalabans Bird Sanctuary, Barkul
Seasonal migratory bird viewing on Chilika's quieter northern side — Day 6.
Taratarini Temple
Hilltop shrine with a panoramic coastal view — Day 7.
Shree Jagannath Temple
The 12th-century sanctum at the heart of the pilgrimage — Day 1 evening Darshan.
Golden Beach, Puri
A relaxed evening stretch of coastline, right where Day 1 winds down.
Konark Sun Temple
UNESCO World Heritage 13th-century stone chariot temple — Day 2 highlight.
Dhauligiri Peace Pagoda
The Buddhist stupa where Emperor Ashoka renounced violence — Day 2 en route. Free entry.
Raghurajpur Heritage Craft Village
Live Pattachitra art demonstrations — Day 4 morning.
Chilika Lake Dolphin Sanctuary
Boat safari to spot Irrawaddy Dolphins — Day 3, best 6:00–10:00 AM.
Hirapur Chausathiyogini Temple
A unique 64-yogini circular shrine — Day 4.
Nandankanan Zoo
Famous for white tigers — Day 5 closing stop.
Verified Customer Reviews
★★★★★
"Abhinash was exceptionally professional in crafting a travel plan tailored to our needs. He meticulously organized every aspect of our tour, including the sacred Shri Jagannath ji Darshan in Puri and visits to nearby attractions."
— Yogesh Bhat, Google Review
★★★★★
"My Puri tour agency has well organised my tour during visit to Puri, Konark and Bhubaneswar."
— Gopal Singh, Google Review
Frequently Asked Questions
What destinations and experiences are covered in the 6 Nights / 7 Days Puri tour package?
This week-long grand tour provides a complete exploration of Odisha’s spiritual, coastal, and wildlife highlights. The itinerary covers sacred Jagannath Temple Darshan and Golden Beach in Puri, the UNESCO World Heritage Konark Sun Temple, an Irrawaddy dolphin boat safari at Chilika Lake (Satapada), and heritage art at Raghurajpur Craft Village. It also incorporates Bhubaneswar’s ancient temples (Lingaraj, Mukteswar), Dhauli Peace Pagoda, Udayagiri-Khandagiri Caves, Nandankanan Zoo, and options for outer excursions to Gopalpur-on-Sea or Bhitarkanika National Park without rushing daily schedules.
What makes the 7-day tour different from the 5-day tour?
It adds a separate Chilika Bird Sanctuary day at Barkul (distinct from the Day 3 dolphin excursion at Satapada) and closes with Gopalpur-on-Sea and the Olive Ridley turtle nesting site — destinations not included in shorter itineraries.
Is a 7-day Odisha package physically demanding for senior citizens or young children?
No, the 7-day timeline is explicitly structured to reduce travel fatigue by spreading out long-distance drives across multiple days. Elderly pilgrims benefit from arranged battery-operated cart transport at Jagannath Temple entrance gates, verified sea-facing or city-center hotels featuring working elevators and western washrooms, and dedicated ground support for comfortable, unhurried meal and rest stops.
What insider tips will help us navigate temple visits across a 7-day trip smoothly?
Based on daily ground operations, visit Jagannath Temple between 1:00 PM and 3:30 PM to avoid long morning lines, or schedule early morning Darshan around 6:00 AM. Wear thick cotton socks to protect your feet from scorching stone courtyards at Konark and Jagannath Temple during midday visits. At Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar, keep mobile phones and electronic items inside your private tour vehicle, as photography is strictly forbidden on temple grounds.
What food should I try during a 7-day Odisha trip?
Temple Mahaprasad at Anand Bazaar, Dalma and Pakhala (Odia staples), fresh Puri seafood, and Chhena Poda for dessert — pure vegetarian/Sattvic options are widely available too.
Is it safe to use guides found near the beach or station?
We'd recommend against unofficial guides — for a secure journey, rely on a verified agency for local support rather than someone approaching you on the street.
What local rules and restrictions apply to temples throughout this week-long journey?
Devotees entering active shrines like Jagannath Temple in Puri and Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar must wear traditional Indian attire such as dhotis or kurta-pyjamas for men, and sarees or salwar suits for women. Western clothing like shorts, sleeveless tops, and ripped jeans is prohibited. Mobile phones, cameras, smartwatches, and all leather accessories (belts, wallets, bags) are strictly banned inside Jagannath Temple and can be safely left in your private vehicle or free gate lockers.