2 Day Itinerary For Bhadrak To Rourkela Tour

Morning Travel: Bhadrak to Rourkela Distance: ~350–370 km Travel Time: ~7–9 hours by road/train Travel Options: Train: Take Tapaswini Express or Bhadrak–Rourkela Passenger By Road: Via NH49, best by hired cab or intercity bus (OSRTC/Sleepers available) Arrival in Rourkela (Late Morning or Noon) Check-in at your hotel. Recommended options: Hotel Mayfair Rourkela (4-star, best in the city) Hotel Radhika Regency Hotel Anurag (budget-friendly) Lunch: Try local food at: The Chillout Zone (for Indian & tandoori dishes) Hotel Mayfair restaurant (premium Odia and continental menu) Afternoon: Start Exploring Rourkela Hanuman Vatika A beautifully maintained garden with a 75-ft tall Hanuman statue and multiple temples within the complex. Peaceful for spiritual travelers and families. IGH Bridge View (optional quick stop) Small photo stop with city and steel plant views. Evening: Vedvyas (Holy Site at River Confluence) ~13 km from city center Sacred spot at the confluence of Koel, Sankh, and Saraswati rivers, believed to be the place where Ved Vyasa wrote the Mahabharata. Visit the peaceful Vedvyas Temple complex. Great for spiritual seekers and nature lovers alike. Dinner: Try “Ambrosia” or “Little Italy” for a good dinner, or go local with Chhapan Bhog for Odia-style meals. Overnight in Rourkela

Activities : Sightseeing

Early Morning: Khandadhar Waterfall (Day Trip – Optional Adventure) Distance: ~104 km from Rourkela (~2.5–3 hrs one way) Odisha’s 2nd highest waterfall (801 ft) amidst dense forest. Stunning natural beauty. Great for photography, picnic, or light hiking. Leave by 6–7 AM and return by 3 PM if doing a round trip Pack breakfast and light snacks Afternoon (If skipping Khandadhar or back early): Mandira Dam ~28 km from Rourkela Scenic picnic spot on the Sankh river. Boating may be available depending on the season. Great for a relaxing afternoon in nature. OR Rourkela Steel Plant (Exterior View & Museum) RSP is one of India’s largest integrated steel plants. While inside access is restricted, you can visit the RSP Museum (if open) to learn about Odisha’s industrial journey. Cultural Stop: Tribal Museum (Optional) Small museum showcasing the art, lifestyle, and culture of tribal groups in Sundargarh. Good add-on if you love ethnographic collections. Dinner: Wrap up your trip with a farewell dinner at: Hotel Radhika’s rooftop Hotel Mayfair – Tiffany’s restaurant

Activities : Museums