6 days in Odisha Itinerary

A major pilgrimage center for both Hindus and Buddhists, Bhubaneswar boasts a dazzling number of holy sites, temples, and shrines.

Bhubaneswar is known for historic sites, zoos & aquariums, parks, nature, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: take in the spiritual surroundings of Ishtadevata Temple Service-Lingaraja Temple, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Nandankanan Zoological Park, explore the fascinating underground world of Udayagiri Caves, and admire the striking features of Shree Ram Mandir.

For other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Bhubaneswar trip planner.

Puri to Bhubaneswar is an approximately 1.5-hour train ride. You can also drive. In September, daytime highs in Bhubaneswar are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 29°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Wed) so you can catch the train to Puri.

An important place of Hindu pilgrimage, Puri features a wealth of holy and historic sites that draw in believers and tourists alike.

Change things up with these side-trips from Puri: Konark (Konark Sun Temple & Chandrabhaga Beach). There's still lots to do: kick back and relax at Puri Beach, explore the activities along Chilika Lake, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jagannath Temple, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Balighai Beach.

To see reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Puri driving holiday planner .

You can take a train from Bhubaneswar to Puri in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In October, daytime highs in Puri are 37°C, while nighttime lows are 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.