East India Golden Triangle Tour

Golden Triangle East India Tour - Bhubaneswar - Puri - Konark forms the 'Golden Triangle' of Orissa. These three are the most famous cities of Orissa and tourists flock here to the homage to the religious, cultural and natural wonders that abound in the state. These three destination also forms the famous golden triangle of east India.

Bhubaneswar - The 'Temple City of India', was once the capital of an ancient kingdom. Today this bustling centre of commerce and religion is Orissa's modern capital. It forms an integral link in the Golden Triangle that includes the holy cities of Puri and Konark. It is also the Gateway City of tourists who come here to experience the religious, cultural and natural wonders.

Puri - The holy city of Puri, 60 km from Bhubaneswar, is one of the four holiest points of pilgrimage for Hindus. The reigning deity of the city, Lord Jagannath, whose temple was built way back in the 12th century, is revered by thousands of pilgrims from all over the country. The other important feature of Puri is its beautiful beach, which has offered pleasure to both pilgrims and swimmers for centuries. It is one of the most delightful white beaches in the country.

Konark - The third link of Orissa's Golden Triangle, Konark, 35 km from Puri, has some of the most spectacular examples of religious architecture. The glorious 13th century Konark Temple, dedicated to the sun god (Surya), has been designated as an UNESCO World Heritage Monument. The temple, conceived as a massive chariot, hauling the sun god across the heavens by the might of seven splendidly carved horses, standing aloft on 24 chariot wheels intricately carved and symbolizing the march of time, lies in partial ruin at Konark beach.

East India Golden Triangle Tour Package Duration - 05 Days / 04 Nights

Day 01: Arrive Bhubaneshwar / PuriYou will be picked up from Bhubaneshwar Airport/ Puri Railway station on arrival and transferred to Puri at your hotel for check in with a warm wlcome. Evening will be at leisure. Enjoy sunset at Puri/Balighai Beach. Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02: Visit to Chilka Lake from Puri
Early morning you can enjoy the sunrise at the Puri/Balighai beach. After Break fast depart for Satpada one of the tourist points of Chilka Lake. Enjoy the boating (on own). Sighting of dolphins may be possible here. Evening back to your hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03: In Puri (Local Sight seen)
Today morning you will proceed for a visit to the world famous Jagannath Puri Temple for Morning Puja. Return to the hotel for break fast & proceed to visit the famous Sun Temple of Konark & Chandrabhaga Beach. In the after noon visit Artisans village of Raghurajpur. The village is famous for Patta Chitra work (paintings on Palm Leaves). Late in the afternoon free for shopping in the market of Purl famous for its Sambhaipuri Saris & Sea Shell handicrafts. Evening will be at your leisure. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04: Puri - Pipli - Bhubaneshwar - Nandankanan - Dhauli - Puri
Morning after break fast proceed for a full day sight seeing to Pipli - Bhubaneshwar - Nandankanan. Enroute we visit the village of Pipli famous for its appliqué work. One can buy various handicrafts at Pipli Village.Proceed To Bubneswar and Visit The famous Lingaraj Temple and after Darshan you will visit the Mukteshwar Temple, Iskon Temple & and Raja Rani Temple.Post Lunch you will Visit The open air Zoo and sanctuary Nandan Kanan one of its only kind in East India. Later visit Khandagiri, Udaygiri caves and While returning to Puri we will halt at The famous Japanese Temple Of Dhauli.
Return to Puri. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05:
Morning Checkout after Breakfast. Later you will be transferred to the Bhubaneshwar airport/ Puri Railway station for your journey to onward /Home destination.