As you come out of your dream world and the fresh morning breeze promises you another wonderful day, head for a day excursion of beautiful Bhubaneshwar -'the city of temples'. Admire the Kalinga Architecture wonders - Lingaraj, Raja Rani, Mukteshwar and Parsurameshwar Temples. Lingaraj Temple is believed to be the oldest and largest temple of Bhubaneshwar and was built by the ruler Yayati Kesari in the 7th century who shifted his capital from Jaipur to Bhubaneshwar.

We shall visit Mukteshwar temple which is one of the most prominent temples of Bhubaneshwar, famous for splendid Torana - an ornamental arched gateway. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Parsurameswar temple was constructed around 650 AD, in Nagara style. Post lunch, admire the astonishing rock-cut caves of Udayagiri (Hill of Sunrise) and Khandagiri (Broken Hills) which command an unique position in the field of history, architecture and religion.

There are 33 rock cut caves - 18 are in Udayagiri whereas 15 are in Khandagiri, famous for stupendous carvings. In Udaygiri, the largest caves are the Rani Gumpha or the Queen’s Cave and Elephant Cave or the Hathi Gumpha, where you can find the amazing statues of elephants installed on the gate.

Today post breakfast, we shall proceed to Puri, the abode of Sri Jagannath. On the way we shall stop at Dhauli.

Check in to a beautiful sea facing hotel by Bay of Bengal.

In the evening go for a darshan of Sri Jagannath Temple in Puri - one of the Char Dham pilgrimage. Built in the 12th century by King Chodangana Deva to commemorate the shifting of his capital from South to Central Odisha, the temple is dedicated to Lord Jagannath (Lord Krishna). It is said that King Indradyumna, the ruler of the territory, saw Lord Jagannath in his dreams and following Lord's wishes, he constructed Jagannath Puri Temple . The temple walls are embellished with exquisite carvings and the pillars are adorned with pictures depicting the life of Lord Krishna.

Wake up hearing the sound of waves crashing on the seashore. Post breakfast, we shall drive to Chilka Lake - Asia's largest brackish water lake and home to thousands of migratory birds. Ruffs, Godwits, Lapwings, Whiskered Terns, Plovers, Sandpipers, Bailon's crakes and many more flocks of birds fly from the far far land of Siberia, Mongolia, Iran, Caspian Sea and Baikal Lake in winter. The hills ringing the lake are inhabited by wild animals like the blackbucks, cheetahs and porcupines. Islands dot the vast lake, the best visited ones being Nalbana, Kalijal Satapada, Parikud, Malud and Brahmapura.

We will take a delightful boat excursion to all these islands to discover the aquatic life of fisherman. We will also spot the Irrawady and bottlenose dolphins jumping and playing in the blue lagoon.

As your smile grows wider with the morning rays of the sun, enjoy leisure time by the sea side. Post breakfast, we shall proceed to Konark.

Rabindranath Tagore, referred Konark as Poetry in Stone and wrote: 'here the language of stone surpasses the language of man.' The name of Konark temple is an amalgamation of two words- Kona meaning corner and Arka meaning the Sun, together which means 'Sun of the Corner'. Post lunch, we shall visit Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built in 13th century by King Narasimhadeva, the temple is designed in the shape of a colossal chariot with seven horses and twelve wheels, carrying the sun god, Surya, across heavens.

We shall visit Pipli, the center of Odishan craft industry. Explore work of artisans who are descendants of professional Pipli applique tailors, known as darjis. Usually, female members of the family are the designers while male family members cut and shape the fabrics to create motifs. Applique artisans from Pipli and their creations became the most exquisite through historical patronization by royalty and nobility, leading to its association with religion.

Relish your breakfast and post checkout proceed towards the airport to fly back home carrying memories of architecture masterpieces, prestine beach and wild life in your heart.