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Temples, beaches and the Chilika lagoon
Sun Temple, Konark · Photo: Debendra Das / Pexels
Odisha holidays from Mumbai
Odisha holidays from Mumbai take in the Jagannath Temple at Puri, the Sun Temple at Konark, the temple city of Bhubaneswar with Lingaraj and the Jain caves, the dolphins and birds of Chilika Lake, the quiet beach at Gopalpur and the mangroves and crocodiles of Bhitarkanika. We have 10 private holidays of 2 to 7 nights, each in five hotel levels, from simple hotels to 4-star. Prices start from ₹20,000 per person on twin sharing, with breakfast and GST. Best from October to March.
Why go
- The Jagannath Temple at Puri and the Sun Temple at Konark
- Bhubaneswar, the temple city, and the Jain caves
- Irrawaddy dolphins and winter birds on Chilika Lake
- A short flight from Mumbai
Designed by Prafull Pitale · Updated 15 October 2026
- Fly into
- Bhubaneswar (BBI), direct from Mumbai, or by train
- Visa
- None needed; carry photo ID
- Getting around
- Private car or van with driver
- Temples
- Jagannath and Lingaraj admit Hindus only
- Best time
- October to March
Choose your journey
Ten ways to see Odisha
All private, all changeable. Prices are per person on twin sharing, in Value hotels.
Puri breaks
The Jagannath Temple, Konark and the beach from one hotel, 2 to 3 nights
2 nightsShort breakGolden Beach
- The Jagannath Temple in Puri
- The Sun Temple at Konark
- Chandrabhaga beach
3 nightsWith ChilikaThe Golden Chariot
- The Jagannath Temple in Puri
- The Sun Temple at Konark
- Irrawaddy dolphins on Chilika Lake
Puri and Bhubaneswar
Temples, crafts and Chilika Lake, 3 to 5 nights
3 nightsMost popularEntire Kalinga
- The Jagannath Temple and Konark
- Pipli, the appliqué village
- Dhauli and its peace pagoda
4 nightsUnhurriedThe Pride of Odisha
- Irrawaddy dolphins on Chilika Lake
- The Sun Temple at Konark
- Lingaraj and the Jain caves of Udayagiri
4 nightsWith ChilikaUnique Odisha
- The Sun Temple at Konark
- Irrawaddy dolphins on Chilika Lake
- Pipli and Dhauli
5 nightsCompleteEnchanting Odisha
- The Jagannath Temple and Konark
- Irrawaddy dolphins on Chilika Lake
- The 64 Yoginis of Hirapur
Down the coast to Gopalpur
Chilika, Gopalpur beach and the Tibetan hills, 5 to 7 nights
5 nightsWith GopalpurSea Shore of Odisha
- The Jagannath Temple and Konark
- Chilika, Nalabana and Kalijai island
- Two nights on Gopalpur beach
6 nightsCrafts and coastExotic Odisha
- Raghurajpur, the pattachitra village
- Chilika's birds and Kalijai island
- Two nights on Gopalpur beach
7 nightsGrand tourEssence of Odisha
- The Jagannath Temple and Konark
- A night on Chilika Lake
- Gopalpur, Taratarini and Taptapani
Mangroves and the Diamond Triangle
Bhitarkanika's crocodiles and Odisha's Buddhist sites, 6 nights
In pictures
Odisha, in pictures
When to go
Best time to visit Odisha
October to March. Cool, dry and sunny on the coast, with migratory birds on Chilika from about November to February. April to June is hot and humid, and the monsoon brings heavy rain from June to September.
Our favourite months
Prafull's notes
- Only Hindus may enter the Jagannath Temple in Puri and the Lingaraj temple in Bhubaneswar. Phones, cameras and leather are not allowed inside the Jagannath Temple.
- Our rates don't apply over Dussehra, Diwali, Christmas and New Year, or Holi; ask us for those dates.
- Puri hotels often check out early, at 8 am.
- Gopalpur, Chilika and Bhitarkanika have simple hotels and few restaurants.
Good to know
Odisha questions
How many days do you need for Odisha?
Two or three nights covers Puri and Konark. Four or five nights adds Bhubaneswar's temples and a day on Chilika Lake. With six or seven nights you can add Gopalpur or Bhitarkanika.
How do we get to Odisha from Mumbai?
Fly to Bhubaneswar, or take a train to Bhubaneswar or Puri. Our packages start and end at Bhubaneswar airport or railway station.
Is GST included in the price?
Yes. Our Odisha prices are per person on twin sharing and include breakfast, a private car and GST.
Can non-Hindus visit the Jagannath Temple?
Only Hindus may enter the Jagannath Temple in Puri and the Lingaraj temple in Bhubaneswar. Everyone can visit Konark, the Jain caves, Dhauli and the other temples of Bhubaneswar.
Which hotels are included?
Every package comes in five hotel levels: Value, 3-star, 3-star Deluxe, 4-star Comfort and 4-star (Empire Luxe or Fortune Beach Front in Puri). Taj, Trident, Mayfair and ITC hotels can be arranged on request.
Will we see dolphins at Chilika?
Irrawaddy dolphins live near Satpada at the mouth of the lagoon and are often seen from the boats, but sightings are never guaranteed.
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