Haridwar Tour Package from Odisha
Haridwar Tour Package from Odisha: Kalinga Utkal Route, Itinerary & Tehri Lake Add-On
Planned and reviewed by Govind Bisht, Operations, SnazzyTrips | Last updated: 28 October 2026
Few journeys in India connect two sacred places as directly as the Kalinga Utkal Express. It starts at Puri, home of Lord Jagannath, runs through Khurda Road, Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, and ends at Yog Nagari Rishikesh after stopping at Haridwar. For Odia families, it means you can board near home, sleep two nights on the train and wake up on the Ganga, with no change and no airport.
The train reaches Haridwar late in the evening and leaves Rishikesh very early in the morning on its way back. This package uses both timings. You spend your first night and full day in Haridwar, move to Rishikesh, then drive into the hills to Tehri Lake for a night by one of India’s largest reservoirs. You return via the Devprayag confluence, and your last night is in Rishikesh, a few minutes from the station for the dawn departure home.
SnazzyTrips is a local Uttarakhand-based DMC operating since 2003, with teams in Haldwani and Dehradun. Shorter Haridwar-only plans are listed among our Haridwar packages from across India.
🚆 Puri to the Ganga on One Train
How the Kalinga Utkal Express works for you
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Train | 18477 / 18478 Kalinga Utkal Express |
| Runs | Daily, both directions |
| Boarding points in Odisha | Puri, Khurda Road, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack and further stations on the route |
| Puri departure | About 8:45 PM |
| Haridwar arrival | About 9 PM on Day 3 |
| Return | Leaves Yog Nagari Rishikesh about 5:35 AM daily |
| Journey time | Roughly 46–49 hours from Puri |
| Classes | 2AC, 3AC, 3E, Sleeper |
Timings approximate; confirm departure times from your station on IRCTC.
✈️ Prefer to Fly?
The air option
IndiGo has operated a non-stop Bhubaneswar–Dehradun flight on selected days of the week, taking about two hours and landing in the morning. On other days, one-stop flights via Delhi take about 5–8 hours. Jolly Grant Airport is about 40 km from Haridwar. If you fly in, we start the same itinerary on the morning you land.
📋 Trip Card
Key details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5 Nights / 6 Days |
| Starting price | ₹22,999 per couple (Standard) |
| Night split | Haridwar 2, Rishikesh 1, Tehri Lake 1, Rishikesh 1 |
| Haridwar to Rishikesh | About 25 km, 45 minutes to 1 hour |
| Rishikesh to Tehri Lake | About 85 km via Chamba, about 3 hours |
| Tehri to Devprayag to Rishikesh | About 145 km, 5 hours with stops |
| Haridwar altitude | About 300 m (plains) |
| Not included | Train or flight tickets |
🗓️ The Six Days
Plan at a glance
| Day | Plan | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kalinga Utkal arrives Haridwar ~9 PM; transfer to hotel | Haridwar |
| 2 | Dawn snan at Har Ki Pauri; Mansa Devi, Chandi Devi; Kankhal; evening aarti | Haridwar |
| 3 | Move to Rishikesh; Ram Jhula, Beatles Ashram; Triveni Ghat aarti | Rishikesh |
| 4 | Drive to Tehri Lake via Chamba; boating; Tehri Dam viewpoint | Tehri Lake |
| 5 | Drive via the Devprayag confluence back to Rishikesh; early night | Rishikesh |
| 6 | Early transfer to Yog Nagari Rishikesh for the 5:35 AM train | – |
🧭 What Each Day Looks Like
⚖️ Two Dhams, Two Gateways: Haridwar and Puri
How the trips compare
| Factor | Haridwar | Puri |
|---|---|---|
| Main deity / focus | Ganga, with Shiva and Shakti temples | Lord Jagannath |
| Sacred water | Ganga at Har Ki Pauri | Bay of Bengal (Mahodadhi) |
| Biggest festival | Kumbh and Ardh Kumbh | Rath Yatra |
| Role in Char Dham | Gateway to Badrinath and Uttarakhand’s Char Dham | One of the four Char Dhams |
| Setting | Himalayan foothills | Coast |
| Nearby add-ons | Rishikesh, Tehri Lake, Devprayag | Konark, Chilika |
| Trip from Odisha | 5–6 days plus train | Local visit |
🚤 Tehri Lake at a Glance
Your Day 4 stop
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| What it is | Large reservoir formed by Tehri Dam, among the tallest dams in India |
| Distance from Rishikesh | About 85 km via Chamba, about 3 hours |
| Things to do | Boating, kayaking and jet-ski rides (when operating), lakeside walks, dam viewpoint |
| Stays | Lakeside resorts, cottages and some floating huts near Koti Colony |
| Best months | October to June; water activities depend on water level and weather |
| Good for | Families, couples, anyone wanting a quiet break from temple crowds |
Water-sport availability and safety rules vary; check locally.
🌤️ When to Travel from Odisha
Weather and your calendar
| Period | Haridwar & Rishikesh | Tehri Lake | Odisha Calendar Fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct – Nov | Pleasant | Clear, cool | Durga Puja; Kartik month and Kartik Purnima snan |
| Dec – Feb | Cool days, foggy mornings | Cold nights | Winter holidays |
| Mar – Apr | Warm | Pleasant | Spring breaks |
| May – Jun | Hot | Comfortable escape | Summer vacation; Raja festival in mid-June |
| Jul – Sep | Monsoon, Kanwar crowds | Landslide risk on roads | Avoid |
🚶 Effort and Comfort
How easy is this trip?
- Walking: Light, on ghats and town streets.
- Hill drive: Day 4 and Day 5 involve winding roads.
- Water activities: Optional; life jackets provided by operators.
- Altitude: Tehri is in the lower Himalaya; no altitude concerns for most people.
- River safety: Bathe only at ghats with chains.
- Suitable for: Families, couples and active seniors.
💰 Train or Flight: What Two People Spend
Total trip cost
| Travel Mode (2 people, return) | Package Tier | Approx. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Kalinga Utkal Sleeper (₹3,200) | Standard ₹22,999 | About ₹26,200 |
| Kalinga Utkal 3AC (₹8,400) | Standard ₹22,999 | About ₹31,400 |
| Kalinga Utkal 2AC (₹12,000) | Premium ₹31,499 | About ₹43,500 |
| Flight Bhubaneswar–Dehradun (₹18,000–48,000) | Standard ₹22,999 | About ₹41,000–71,000 |
| Flight (₹18,000–48,000) | Luxury ₹44,999 | About ₹63,000–93,000 |
Approximate; check IRCTC and airline fares. Excludes water sports, ropeway tickets and personal costs.
🤝 Package vs Planning It Yourself
Where a local team helps
| Factor | SnazzyTrips Package | On Your Own |
|---|---|---|
| Late-night arrival at Haridwar | ✔ Driver waiting at 9 PM | Search for an auto at night |
| Tehri Lake stay | ✔ Lakeside room pre-booked | Limited options, especially on weekends |
| Hill driving | ✔ Experienced driver | Unfamiliar winding roads |
| 5:35 AM departure | ✔ Hotel near the station, early drop | Arrange a pre-dawn taxi |
| Food | ✔ Rice-based vegetarian meals requested | Ask at every hotel |
| Support | ✔ 24x7 phone line | None |
⭐ With SnazzyTrips on the Ground
What to expect
- Stay: Checked hotels near the Haridwar ghats, close to Rishikesh station, and a lakeside stay at Tehri.
- Food: Breakfast and dinner daily. Haridwar and Rishikesh are vegetarian towns; rice, dal and vegetable curries are easy to arrange, and we request them in advance.
- Transport: One private car (or Tempo Traveller for groups) throughout.
- Support: Our Dehradun team tracks the Kalinga Utkal on arrival day and checks hill-road status before Tehri.
SnazzyTrips is a Leading Uttarakhand DMC operating since 2003, with teams in Haldwani and Dehradun, 50+ destinations, 150+ verified local partners and 20,000+ families hosted. Our average rating is 4.6/5 from verified traveller reviews.
🏨 Package Tiers
Choose your stay level
| Tier | Price (per couple) | Stay Type |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | ₹22,999 | Mid-range hotels; simple lakeside cottage at Tehri |
| Premium | ₹31,499 | River- or lake-view rooms where available |
| Luxury | ₹44,999 | Boutique properties and premium lakeside stay, candlelight dinner included |
👨👩👧 Is This the Right Trip?
Quick fit check
✅ Book it if you:
- Want a direct train from Odisha with no changes
- Would like Haridwar and Rishikesh plus a quieter lakeside night
- Want to see Devprayag, where the Ganga begins
- Prefer a relaxed 6-day pace
⚠️ Choose another plan if you:
- Have only 3–4 days (ask for our shorter Haridwar plan)
- Want snow (see Auli in the snow season)
- Prefer not to travel two nights by train and can’t fly
🎒 Packing List
What to bring from Odisha
- Cotton clothes plus a warm jacket and shawl for October–March (Tehri nights are cold)
- Modest clothes for temples
- Slip-on footwear for temples and ghats
- A change of clothes and towel for Ganga snan
- Light blanket and snacks for the two-night train
- Motion-sickness tablets for the Tehri drive
- A waterproof pouch for phones
- Personal medicines
- Aadhaar or another government ID
📝 Before You Travel
Quick preparation
- Trains: Book the 18477 outward and 18478 return together; check the exact time from your boarding station.
- Festivals: Kartik Purnima, major snan days, Kanwar Yatra and Kumbh periods bring big crowds.
- Health: Carry regular medicines; no altitude issues on this route.
- Lakshman Jhula: The old bridge in Rishikesh has been closed for safety; Ram Jhula is the usual crossing.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from Odisha travellers
1. How much does the Haridwar tour package from Odisha cost?
It starts at ₹22,999 per couple for 5N/6D (Standard tier). Premium is ₹31,499 and Luxury is ₹44,999 per couple; train or flight tickets are extra.
2. How many days are needed for Haridwar from Odisha?
The package is 5N/6D. With two nights on the train each way, plan about 10 days in total, or 6–7 days if you fly.
3. Is there a direct train from Odisha to Haridwar?
Yes. The daily 18477 Kalinga Utkal Express runs from Puri via Bhubaneswar and Cuttack to Haridwar and Yog Nagari Rishikesh.
4. What time does the Kalinga Utkal Express reach Haridwar?
Around 9 PM on the third day after leaving Puri. Delays are common, especially in winter fog.
5. Is there a direct flight from Bhubaneswar to Dehradun?
IndiGo has operated a non-stop flight on selected days, about 2 hours. Check current days; one-stop flights via Delhi run daily.
6. Which is the nearest airport to Haridwar?
Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, about 40 km away.
7. Why does the trip end in Rishikesh?
The return Kalinga Utkal Express starts from Yog Nagari Rishikesh around 5:35 AM, so staying there avoids a pre-dawn drive from Haridwar.
8. What is Tehri Lake?
A large reservoir created by Tehri Dam, about 85 km from Rishikesh, with boating, lakeside stays and dam views.
9. Should Odia families visit Haridwar if they’ve been to Puri?
Yes. Puri is a Char Dham by the sea; Haridwar adds the Ganga, the Himalayan foothills and the gateway to Badrinath.
10. What is the best time to visit Haridwar from Odisha?
October to March is most comfortable. Avoid July–September for monsoon rain and landslide risk on hill roads.
11. Is the trip suitable for seniors?
Yes, for most seniors. Walking is light, but the Tehri drive is on winding roads; carry motion-sickness tablets.
12. Is fish available in Haridwar?
No. Haridwar and Rishikesh are vegetarian towns. Rice, dal and vegetable dishes are easy to arrange.
13. What is included in the package?
Five nights’ stay, breakfast and dinner, station pickup and drop, and a private car for all sightseeing. Train tickets, water sports and ropeway tickets are not included.
14. Can we add Kausani or other hill stations?
Yes. Ask about adding Kausani’s Himalayan views in Kumaon for a longer trip.
15. Is Lakshman Jhula open?
The old Lakshman Jhula has been closed for safety. Check its current status; Ram Jhula is the usual crossing.
16. How do I book the Haridwar package from Odisha?
Call +91 79834 29120 or email care@snazzytrips.in with your train dates, boarding station and group size. We confirm the hotels and itinerary before payment.
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