Day trip to Puri from Bhubaneswar: Temples and beaches

Ten hours: two temples, two beaches, local snacks and a guide who knows the stories

A 10-hour guided day trip from Bhubaneswar to Puri includes pickup from your hotel, airport or train station, visits to the Shri Jagannath Temple and Gundicha temple, time at Golden Beach and Swargadwar Sea Beach, and a personal guide fluent in English and Hindi. The itinerary is customized to your interests, and the tour includes bottled water, local snacks and great local tips. Entrance fees to historical sites are separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day trip exploring Puri city

• Pickup from Bhubaneswar location
• Travel to Puri city
• Visit Shri Jagannath Temple
• Explore Gundicha temple
• See local architecture and sculptures
• Visit Golden Beach and Swargadwar Sea Beach
• Return to Bhubaneswar

The experience

The day starts with pickup from wherever you're staying in Bhubaneswar (your hotel, the airport or the train station), and heads toward Puri in an air-conditioned car. The 10-hour experience is built around the two temples that define the city: the Shri Jagannath Temple, dedicated to Jagannath, a form of Vishnu, and the Gundicha temple, both known for their architecture and sculpture. Your guide speaks English and Hindi and shapes the stops around what interests you most.

Between the temples, you'll reach Golden Beach and Swargadwar Sea Beach, two natural beaches where the day opens up. The tour weaves through Puri's layout (the streets, the temple grounds, the shoreline), and your guide offers local recommendations and tips as you move through the city. Bottled water and snacks are included throughout the day.

You can book either a sedan or an SUV depending on your group size and comfort preference. The sedan works for smaller groups. The SUV gives more space and is better for families or anyone who prefers extra room. Both come with the same guide, the same route and the same inclusions.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned sedan or SUV with pickup from your Bhubaneswar hotel, airport or train station.
• a personal guide fluent in English and Hindi.
• bottled water and snacks throughout the day.
• local tips and recommendations from your guide.

Options for this experience

2 options

Sedan Car Sightseeing TourUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English or Hindi · 08:00, 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00Budget city sightseeing, lasting 8 hours, with snacks and a water bottle, in a sedan car; pickup is included

SUV Car Sightseeing TourUp to 5 per booking · Guide in English or Hindi · 08:00, 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00Premium sightseeing tour lasting 8 hours, with a water bottle and snacks, in an MUV or SUV; pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00, 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00

Book up to6h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Hindi

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Yo Tours Goa

Is this one for you?Choose the sedan if you're traveling as a couple or small group and want a nimble car for navigating Puri's streets. Pick the SUV if you're a family or larger party and prefer extra space and comfort for the full 10 hours.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Hindi.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Shri Jagannath Temple like, and how much time do we spend there?

The Shri Jagannath Temple is Puri's most significant religious site, dedicated to Jagannath, a form of Vishnu. The temple is known for its distinctive architecture and intricate sculpture. Your guide will walk you through the temple grounds and explain its history and significance. The amount of time you spend there is flexible and can be adjusted based on your interest.

Do we get to swim or spend time on the beaches, or is it just a quick stop?

Golden Beach and Swargadwar Sea Beach are both included as stops on the tour. How long you spend at each beach depends on what you want to do. Your guide can customize the timing so you have enough time to walk, photograph or simply sit by the water.

What's the difference between booking the sedan and the SUV?

The sedan suits smaller groups or couples. The SUV offers more space and is better for families, larger groups or anyone who prefers extra legroom. Both vehicles are air-conditioned and come with the same guide, route and inclusions.

Are meals included, or do we need to arrange lunch ourselves?

Bottled water and snacks are included throughout the day. Lunch is at your own expense, so you can choose where and what to eat, or ask your guide for local restaurant recommendations.

Can the guide recommend good places to eat local food in Puri?

Yes. Your guide is trained to give great local tips and recommendations, including where to find authentic local delicacies and restaurants that suit different tastes and budgets.

Are entrance fees to the temples included in the tour price?

Entrance fees to historical sites like the temples are not included and are paid separately. Your guide will let you know the costs before you enter so there are no surprises.