Odisha, known as the land of Lord Jagannath ("Lord of the Universe"), is home to the iconic Jagannath Temple in Puri. The temple is designed so that no shadow of the temple touches the ground at any time of the day, a remarkable architectural feat. Another distinctive aspect is the idols of the holy trinity, which are carved from wood instead of stone or metal. These idols are unique, as they are the only deities depicted with human-like attributes, symbolizing mortality. Built in the 12th century AD, the temple is the spiritual center of the Jagannath cult and attracts pilgrims from around the world year-round.
The Sun Temple at Konark is a masterpiece of Odisha’s temple architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in the 12th century by King Narasimha Deva I, it is dedicated to the Sun God and represents over 700 years of architectural evolution. Despite its current ruinous state, the temple’s grandeur in symmetry, structure, and detailed carvings continues to awe visitors. The temple was designed to resemble a chariot drawn by seven horses and featuring twenty-four intricately carved wheels. These wheels, known as the Konark Chakra, are not just decorative; their spokes can be used to tell the time based on the sun’s shadow. Additionally, the carvings represent daily life activities at different times of the day.
Package Tariff (Rates Per Person).
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Tour Period
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Category
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Single occupancy
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Twin sharing
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Triple sharing
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Child With Bed (5-11 yrs)
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Child Without Bed (5-11 yrs)
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Oct’26-Mar’27
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Comfort (3AC)
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₹ 23,180/-
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₹ 15,650/-
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₹ 14,420/-
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₹ 13,970/-
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₹ 11,070/-
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*All prices mentioned are 'Per Person'.
Circuit: Bengaluru-Puri-Konark- Bengaluru
Duration: (04 nights/05 days)
Day 1 (Tuesday): Departure from KSR Bengaluru Railway Station by Train No. 18464 (Prashanti Express) at 13:40 Hrs. Train Journey.
Day 2 (Wednesday): Arrival Khurda Road at 18.00 hrs. Pick up & transfer to Puri. Overnight stay at Puri.
Day 3 (Thursday): After breakfast, proceed to visit Puri Jagannath temple and reach back to hotel. Later in the afternoon proceed to Konark. Visit Chandra Bhaga Beach followed by Konark Sun temple. Return to Puri for overnight stay.
Day 4 (Friday): Morning visit Puri beach. Check out by 11 AM & drop at Puri railway station by 2 pm to board Train No. 22883 for return journey.
Day 5 (Saturday): Arrival to Yeshwantpur Junction Railway Station at 19.45hrs. Tour ends.
Package Inclusions:
- Confirmed Train Tickets in 3A class.
- Accommodation with breakfast for 2 nights at Puri.
- Transfers & sightseeing as per the itinerary on SIC basis by AC vehicle
- 01 litre PDW per person per day at Puri
- Travel insurance.
- Toll, parking and GST.
Package Exclusions:
- Any increase in Train fare.
- Any kind of expense for other mode of transfers apart from those mentioned in the inclusions.
- Lunch, Dinner and Onboard Meals
- Any portage at hotels, tips, mineral water, telephone charges, laundry and all items of personal nature
- Any services not mentioned in the above list of inclusions will be additional.
- Still / Video Camera fees, entrance fees and any activities other than specified in the itinerary.
- Any deviation from the above programme.
- Services of Tour guide.
- Any increase in taxes
Note:
- IRCTC will not be responsible for any kind of emergency such as train delays, landslide, strike, curfew, accidents, and injuries, delayed or cancelled train etc.
- Please reach the Railway Station atleast 30 mins before the departure of the Train. IRCTC will not responsible for missing of Trains by the tourist.
- Passengers are requested to check the latest schedule of both onward & return journey trains and board the train accordingly. IRCTC will not responsible for missing of Trains by the tourist due to change in Train schedules.
- Onboard meals in the train are chargeable.
- No berths/ seats/ bed will be provided to Infants/ Children below 5 years
- Please carry valid photo identity cards in original during your travel and for hotel check in formalities.
- It is mandatory to carry the age proof of children below 11 yrs)
- Room category of hotel are the base category rooms unless stated otherwise.
- Room allocation (Twin bed /Double bed) is at the discretion of the hotel. Check in time as per hotel policy.
- Tourist's cooperation is requested and appreciated in maintaining the check-out timings as per hotel policy.
- Early check in/late checkout is subject to the discretion of the hotel. For early check in and late check out, payment is to be settled directly to the hotel by the tourist.
- Maximum one extra person per room allowed. If extra bed required for child below 11yrs, extra adult charges are applicable.
- Final confirmation of rooms in the proposed hotel is subject to availability at the time of booking.
- Hotel has the right to claim any damages caused by the tourists during the stay at the hotel.
- Cost of additional services availed by the tourist, which are not part of the package, are to be settled directly to the hotel.
- Buffet meals will be provided at fixed venue decided by the hotel. Tourists are required to follow the standard buffet timings observed by the hotels. Tourists may check the buffet timings at the time of check in at the hotel.
- Tourists are advised to go through the website of the hotels and read the reviews before finalizing the tour.
- It is clearly understood that there shall be no refund or compensation whatsoever for unutilized services.
- Tourists are requested to take care of their personal belongings and avoid leaving them unattended.
- For any change in train timings/diversions/cancellation by the railway, IRCTC will not be responsible. If such changes further affects the sightseeing/Itinerary, tourists need to accommodate it accordingly.
- Sightseeing of all the places is subject to time availability.
- IRCTC has rights to change the itinerary & timings according to the feasibility of the package.
- Tariffs are subject to change.
- IRCTC will not be responsible for any inconvenience caused due to any natural or social calamities
- Cancellation charges as per company policy.
- Tourists should get full briefing about the tour package from IRCTC before/after the booking to avoid any confusion.
- Conditions apply.
Online tickets will be generated and issued 4 days prior to the departure. Berth preferences/changes shall not be entertained as the tickets generation is through centralized PRS. Tourists are requested to travel as per the berths allotment.
