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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