Overview
‘Rustic Tour of Orissa’ is well designed package, which gives you the chance to explore the tribal life of Orissa, apart from this you will also get an opportunity to explore the some of the renowned temple of the region along with that you will also explore 11th-century Jagannath Temple which is the holiest pilgrim site for Hindus, explore Konark Sun Temple World Heritage Site, which was built in the 13th century, now mostly in ruins. The collection of its sculptures is housed in the Sun Temple Museum. This museum is managed by Archaeological Survey of India. Apart from this you also get the chance to understand the tribal life of the region while visiting the various tribal villages along with the significant tribal markets. During this tour you will alsoget an opportunity to visitVisakhapatnam or Vizag, it is the second largest city in Andhra Pradesh. Located on the Eastern Ghats, it overlooks the Bay of Bangal, and bound by hills. Its harbour became a port after it was colonised by the Dutch and later the British. It is the major commercial city, which is the home to the oldest shipyard and the only natural harbour on the east coast of India. The city is also the headquarters for Eastern Naval Command of the Indian Navy. The duration of the tour is 10 nights and 11 days, covering the places such as Bhubaneswar, Puri, Gopalpur on Sea, Rayagada, Jeypore and Visakhapatnam.
Itinerary
Day 1: Bhubaneswar Sightseeing
On your arrival at Bhubaneswar Airport/Railway Station, meet our representative and transferred to the hotel. Popularly known as the "Temple City of India", this city is the Holy land of almost 500 temples. Bhubaneswar is the capital of Orissa. It is one of the most historical city of India, the history of the town is dated back to the over 3,000 years. It is the home of various ancient temples along with many historical architectures and sites.
Check in to your pre booked hotel. After freshen up, proceed to visit the temples including Champakesvara Siva Temple, Aisanyesvara Siva Temple, Rajarani Temple, BharatiMatha, VaitalDeula, Gopal TirthaMatha, Suka Temple, Ladu Baba Temple, etc. Return to your hotel, have your dinner and stay overnight.
Day 2: Bhubaneswar Sightseeing
Today after breakfast, proceed to visit the Lalitgiri and Ratnagiri, which are the Buddhists excavation sites, these three sites are called as Diamond Tringle. The existence of these sites dates back to 1st century A.D.
At Lalitgiri, there is a complex of Buddhist huge sculptures, engraved Stupas, and monasteries. Ratnagiri, houses the various Buddhist sculptures, made with multi-coloured stones, are found here. Udaygiri, here is a large compound found with arranged veranda around a courtyard of 18 cells. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Bhubaneswar - Joranda- Bhubaneswar (By Road-95 Kilometres)
Post breakfast, drive to Joranda. This site is a religious place as it houses the samadhi of the propounded-preacher of the Mahima Cult, MahimaGosain. Visit the monasteries here
Apart from this you some of the major temples as well such asDhuniMandira, GadiMandira and SunyaMandira. After visiting these places, return to your hotel in Bhubaneswar for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Bhubaneswar –Puri (By Road-63 Kilometres)
After having an early breakfast, proceed to visit Jain Cave, which is located on the twin hills of Khandagiri and Udayagiri. This cave was built in 2nd century BC - 1st century AD during the Chedi dynasty.
After visiting the Jain cave, drive to Puri. It is one of the most historical city of Orissa, which is located on the Bay of Bengal. It is also known as JagannathPuri, which is named after the 11th-century Jagannath Temple. It is the holiest pilgrim site for Hindus, which comes under Char Dham. Apart from this this town is also offers the various historic antiquities, architectural grandeur and stunning beauty of the beaches.
On arrival at Puri, check in to your pre booked hotel. Rest day is free at leisure, you may explore surroundings along with the nearby markets and enjoy the mouth-watering street food. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 5: Puri Sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed to Konark Sun Temple, which is located at the distance of about 35 kilometres from Puri.It is a World Heritage Site, which was built in the 13th century, now mostly in ruins. The collection of its sculptures is housed in the Sun Temple Museum. This museum is managed by Archaeological Survey of India.
After visiting the sun temple, proceed to visit Jagannath temple. This is a very popular temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath. Also visit the sunny beach at Puri. This beach is considered as one of the finest in the world. Later, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 6: Puri - Gopalpur on Sea (By Road-176 Kilometres)
Post breakfast, drive to Gopalpur on Sea and Chilka Lake. This is the one of the beautiful beaches of Orissa. Later, visit Chilka Lake, which is divided into an outer channel with a narrow neck. This channel leads into the sea and on the other hand, the main body of the lake has a muddy bottom plentiful in organic matter.
Upon arrival at Gopalpur on Sea. Check in to your pre- booked hotel. After freshen up, explore the beautiful surroundings, enjoying street food and interact with the locals, so that you can understand the culture and traditions of the region. Return to your hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 7:Gopalpur on Sea –Rayagada(By Road- 253 Kilometres)
After breakfast, drive to Rayagada. It is one the most beautiful place, which offers the meadows, forests, waterfalls and terraced valleys. It is also the home of various primitive tribal groups.
On reaching Rayagada, check in your hotel. Take a rest for a while, then proceed to visit some major temples of the place such asLaxminarayan temple, MaaMarkama Temple, then proceed to visit Chatikona andDesiaKondh villages where you may witness the tribal culture. Understand their customs and traditions, and enjoy the hospitality offers by the villagers. Later, return to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 8: Rayagada–Jeypore (By Road- 135 Kilometres)
Today after breakfast, proceed to visit the ChhatikonaDongariyaKondh market, explore the traditional artefacts and purchase them as souvenirs.
Later proceed to Jeypore. Jeypore is the perfect destination for the nature lovers to explore. It is the largest town after Bramhapur of south Odisha. This commercial hub of Koraput district, which offers the various attractions such as waterfalls, thick forest and exotic wildlife.
Upon arrival check in at your pre booked hotel. Take rest for a while. Rest day is free at leisure, you may explore the nearby places, enjoy the local foods etc. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 9: Jeypore Sightseeing
Post breakfast, drive to Onukudelli. Explore the trial markets and life of Orissa. Here is you will visit some of the interesting markets such as Bonda, Gadaba and Didayee. These are the popular for the handmade items, made by the local tribes, purchase the handicrafts as souvenirs.
In the evening,drive back to the hotel, on the way visit the OllarGadaba village which is the tribal village. Later, proceed to the hotel, have dinner and halt for an overnight stay.
Day 10: Jeypore– Vishakhapatnam (By Road-231 Kilometres)
After having an early breakfast, proceed to Visakhapatnam by road. Visakhapatnam, is also known as Vizag, it is the second largest city in Andhra Pradesh. Located on the Eastern Ghats, it overlooks the Bay of Bangal, and bound by hills. Its harbour became a port after it was colonised by the Dutch and later the British. It is the major commercial city, which is the home to the oldest shipyard and the only natural harbour on the east coast of India. The city is also the headquarters for Eastern Naval Command of the Indian Navy.
Arrive in Vishakapatnam by evening and check in at the hotel. Take a rest and stroll around the beach in the evening. By evening, return back to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 11: Visakhapatnam (Departure)
In the morning, take a short trip to Vishakhapatnam. Later, you will be transferred to the airport to board flight for onward destination. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.