Overview
‘Eastern India Golden Triangle’ will give you the chance to explore the amazing Odisha. Situated on the east coast of India, Odisha is renowned for its rich tribal cultures and many ancient Hindu temples, amazing beaches, wildlife sanctuaries, and natural landscape. During the tour you will get the chance to explore Bhubaneshwar, Puri and Konark. These three destinations of Odisha forms the "Golden Triangle", which is one of the most visited tourist circuit of Eastern India. Bhubaneswar is the capital of Odisha, which is laso known as the 'city of temples'. The history of the city is very rich that is dated back over 2000 years.
Located at 60 kilometres south of the state capital of Bhubaneswar, Puri is one of the most popular pilgrim destination for Hindus. The city is also known as Jagannath Puri as Jagannath Temple located in the city. It is one of the original Char Dham pilgrimage sites for Hindus. Konark is one of the most historical town of Odisha, which is the home of of the 13th-century Sun Temple. It is is a World Heritage Site, which is also known as the Black Pagoda. The temple was established during the reign of Narasimhadeva-I. It mostly in ruins and most of the sculptures, which was found here are kept in the Sun Temple Museum, which is run by the Archaeological Survey of India.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Bhubaneshwar
Upon arrive at Bhubaneshwar, meet our representative, after welcome, and proceed to the hotel. Relax for a while and then start your city sightseeing. You will visit Parasurameswara Temple, complex of Dhauli, containing rock edits of King Asoka. Then visit Lingraj Temple, which was built in 11th century A.D.
Overnight stay in Bhubaneshwar.
Day 2: Bhubaneshwar
Today after having an early breakfast, proceed to visit the Buddhist triangle which is located at the distance of about 90 kilometres, here you will explore Udaigiri, Ratnagiri and Lalitgiri.
Overnight stay in Bhubaneshwar
Day 3: Bhubaneshwar - Puri (By Road-60 Kilometres)
After breakfast, you will get transferred to one of the most important religious towns of India, Puri. Upon arrival, check- into the hotel. Post lunch, relax by the beach or enjoy the exploration of the town. Overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 4: Puri
Post breakfast, proceed for sightseeing of the city, first is the visit to Jagannath temple, a renowned temple of India. Later
visit the Loknath Temple and the 150 Mathas, located in narrow lanes.
Overnight stay in Puri.
Day 5: Puri - Konark – Puri (By Road- 35 Kilometres)
Today after breakfast, proceed to visit to Konark, for having Darshan at the Sun Temple, a very well-known religious site. After visit return back to Puri. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Puri.
Day 6: Puri - Bhubaneshwar (By Road- 60 Kilometres)
After breakfast, drive to Bhubaneshwar. On arrival, check- in at the hotel. After freshen up, enjoy in shopping at the markets which are popular for handicrafts. Rest day is free at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: Departure
Today is the last day of the tour. Have an early breakfast and get transferred to the railway station or the airport to board a flight or a train for your home destination.