Culture of Odisha Tour

Arrive Bhubaneswar, the Capital city of the modern State and the ancient kingdom of Kalinga. You will be met upon arrival & transferred to your hotel. This afternoon you will proceed for the city sightseeing tour of Bhubaneswar, visit Lingaraj Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva built in the 11th century, proceed to Mukteswara temple built in the 10th century known for its sculpted tales from the Panchatantra carved on it, the temple is a magnificent example of Orissan architecture continue to The Rajarani temple set in picturesque surrounding is noted for its intricate carvings of floral, animal and human figures built in the 11th century. Rest of the evening is at leisure for individual activities, overnight at the hotel.

This morning you will visit Nandankanan Bilogical Park, The picturesque Nandankanan, or the Garden of the Gods, is a beautiful biological park, 20 kms from Bhubaneshwar, established in 1960. The park houses the very first captive gharial breeding centre of the country. The zoo at Nandakanan is world-renowned for its white tigers, enjoy an optional aerial ropeway and cable car on own. Also visit the Jain Caves; Khandagiri & Udayagiri. Overnight at the hotel.

Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

Today you will proceed to Puri, enroute you will visit, Dhauli-The battleground of Kalinga war during 3rd century BC, which transformed Emperor Ashoka into Dharmashoka.Later you will visit Konarak- world heritage site -The temple chariot of the Sun God on the sands of Bay of Bengal is a 13th century architectural marvel. It is designed as a celestial chariot of Sun God, complete with twelve pairs of wheel and seven horses. This legendary temple has sculptures of great beauty covering all aspects of life. It is most famous for its erotic art. Later drive to Puri and proceed to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Activities : Heritage

Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

This morning you will visit Puri-the city by the sea- is a major pilgrim center in India, founded by .Adi Shankaracharya and is one of the peethas here. You can witness Mangala Arati at the Jagannath Temple in the early morning. Puri is also famous for its Golden beach ideal for swimming and surfing. But the fame of Puri emanates most from the Jagannath Temple, which contributed the word Jurrernaut to the English language. The 12th century temple is known for its annual Car Festival. This afternoon you visit Raghurajpur pattachitra painting village. Raghurajpur- half hour drive from Puri. Overnight at the hotel.

Activities : Heritage

Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

In the morning, you will leave for Dangamal Island in Bhitarkanika. Enroute visit Cuttack to witness the Subhaschandra Bose Museum and the city is famous for Filgri work. Enroute also visit Lalitgiri the site for Kalachakra Tantra in Buddhisim. Then you will be landed at River mouth and you will take a motorboat cruise to reach the island. After arriving at Dangamal, you will check in at the forest rest house and stay overnight. In the evening hundreds of spotted deer and wild boars very friendly roaming around your forest lodge.

Activities : Boat Cruise

Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

Morning cruise to the Bird Sanctuary & trekking into the Hunting tower of the ancient King of kanika. Later visit to Crocodile museum & Interpretation centre. Dinner & Overnight at Forest cottage
After breakfast cruise back to the Chandabali and later drive to Chandipur known as Vanishing Sea. After check in you can visit Fishing Jetty and relaxing at the beach. Overnight at the Beach.

Activities : Trekking

Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

Early morning you can walk along 05 Kms when the sea water is receding it is called Vanishing sea. After breakfast you can visit Panchalingeswar on the scenic mountain Nilagiri. Very calm & quiet surrounding will give you the peace of mind at the waterfall and witness the Pncha Lingam on the hilltop. Later visit Khirachura Gopinath at Remuna (Lord Krishna Temple) and have Prasad along with famous Rabidi made of mailk. Overnight stay at Balasore

Activities : Trekking

Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

After breakfast check out from your hotel & transfer to Bhubaneswar for board flight/train for your return journey with sweet memories.

Activities : Trekking

Meals & Drinks : Breakfast