Odisha Tours

Odisha (formerly Orissa), an eastern Indian state on the Bay of Bengal, is known for its tribal cultures and its many ancient Hindu temples. Kond is one of the largest tribe in Odisha who worship hills, nature, and streams. Sauras. Sauras is one of the ancient tribes in India that also find their mention in the Hindu epics of Mahabharata and Ramayana. Bonda. Santhals. Gonds. Bhumias.

Odisha has a rich cultural and artistic heritage. Due to the reign of many different rulers in the past, arts and crafts in Odisha underwent many changes giving an artistic diversity today in the forms of traditional handicrafts, painting and carving, dance and music.

Major handicrafts in Odisha include applique work, brass and bell metal, silver filigree and stone carving. Other forms include Lacquer, Papier Mache, and tribal combs, handlooms and wood and traditional stone carving.

12N/13D Odisha Rural Tour

This tour presents a unique opportunity to visit the tribal villages of the artisans, farmers & tribals in Odisha. These artisans have preserved their craft for hundreds of years through the generations. It is amazing to see them work in the same way as their ancestors would have ages back and produce amazing works or art in a minimalist setting. Our tribal tour of Odisha is a must for western artists and craftmen who would like to explore ancient art forms.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Bhubaneshwar. Transfer to hotel.

Day 02: City tour of Bhubaneshwar, covering Temples & Caves. Overnight at Bhubaneshwar.

Day 03: After breakfast we will start our excursion to Nuapatna (Weaving Village), Sadeibareni ( Dokra Metal work village) & Padmakesharpur(Snake Charmers Village).

Overnight at Bhubaneshwar.

Day 04: Drive to Puri enroute visiting 64yogini village with Bell Metal work village, Pipli Applique work village & Raghurajpur Artisan’s village.

Overnight at Puri.

Day 05: Early morning visit of Potters’ village.

Excursion to Konark enroute visiting Stone Carvers village & Fishermen’ village.

Overnight at Puri.

Day 06: City tour of Puri & drive to Bhubaneshwar.

Overnight at Bhubaneshwar.

Day 07: Drive to Baliguda. Overnight at Baliguda.

Day 08: Visit of Kutia Kondh village & drive to Rayagada.

Overnight at Rayagada.

Day 09: Visit of Dongria Kondh village & drive to Jeypore.

Overnight at Jeypore.

Day 10: Visit of Bonda & Gadaba villages.

Overnight at Jeypore.

Day 11: Visit of Paraja village & market.

Overnight at Jeypore.

Day 12: Visit of Dhruba villages & their market. Drive to Vishakhapatnam.

Day 13: Departure transfer to the airport for the onward connection.

End of Tour

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Odisha (formerly Orissa), an eastern Indian state on the Bay of Bengal, is known for its tribal cultures and its many ancient Hindu temples. Our tour of Odisha from Bhubaneswar is an enchanting journey which explores Odisha’s unique past, the art forms and a visit to the Bhitarkanika National Park. If you like history, ancient temples, mysterious manuscripts and wildlife, then this tour is for you. It is also a treat for photographers and nature lovers!

Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

Places: Bhubaneswar > Puri > Raghurajpur > Pipili > Bhubaneswar > Ratnagiri > Udaygiri > Lalitagiri > Ratnagiri > Bhubaneswar

Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive Bhubaneswar

Arrival at Bhubaneswar Airport. On arrival meet & assist at the airport followed by transfer to puri.

Over Nights stay at Hotel.

Day 02: Konark Tour (35 km from Puri)

After breakfast, visit to Konark temple (Sun Temple).

Konark temple is a 13th century sun temple (also known as black pagoda). It was constructed by oxidized & weathered sandstone. It is one of the seventh wonder of India.

Back to Puri. Leisure time to spend at golden beach of puri (One of the finest beach of India).

Over Night stay at Puri.

Day 03 : Puri – Raghurajpur – Pipili – Bhubaneswar (75 km)

After breakfast check out from Hotel.

Proceed towards Raghurajpur (Patachitra village), 12 km from Puri. After that proceed towards color village of Pipili. It is famous for designing beautiful appliqué handicrafts. It is a town of artisans famous for their colorful fabrics. After that proceed towards Bhubaneswar. Check in to hotel. Over night stay at Bhubaneswar.

Day 04: Bhubaneswar Sightseeing

After Breakfast proceed towards Dhauli where Emperor Ashoka after the bloody battle & his victory over the kingdom of kalinga renounced warfare & embraced the teaching of Buddha.

Also visit the Peace Pagoda or Shanti Stupa built in the early 1970 & the two ancient rock edict dating from 260 BC which outline Ashokas detained instructions to his administrators to rule with gentleness & fairness.

After that proceed towards Khandagiri & udaygiri, the caves of Udayagiri (Hill of Sunrise) and Khandagiri (Broken Hills) command a unique position in the filed of history, rock-cut architecture, art and religion. Back to Hotel. Dinner at hotel. Over night stay at Bhubaneswar.

Day 05 : Ratnagiri – Udaygiri – Lalitagiri (110 km from Bhubaneswar)

After a relaxed morning drive towards Ratnagiri. Check in to hotels.

Post lunch proceed towards Ratnagiri, Udayagiri, Lalitgiri ( Buddhist Monasteries, stupas and museums) also Known as diamond triangle of Buddhist heritage. Also visit at the Campus of Pushpagiri University at Lalitgiri.

Back to Hotel. Overnight at Ratnagiri.

Day 06 : Bhitarkanika National Park (110 km distance from Ratnagiri)

After breakfast proceed towards Bhitarkanika . It is famous for Salt Water crocodile, Indian Python, deer.

Bhitarkanika is a hot-spot of biodiversity. It’s home to largest population of giant salt water crocodile in India.

Also home to more than 215 species of birds including amazing eight variety of Kingfishers. It is the second largest viable Mangrove Eco-System in India Harbors more than 70 species of Mangrove and its associates.

Gahirmatha is known to be one of the largest rookery for Olive Ridley Sea Turtles.

Back to Hotel. Overnight at Ratnagiri.

Day 07 : Airport Drop

Post breakfast check out from hotel. Proceed towards Bhubaneswar by NH- 5. Drop to the Airport for further journey back home.

End of Tour

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