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Bhubaneswar & Puri Temples & Beach Tour

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Duration

5 Nights / 6 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English

Overview

On this 6-day private Bhubaneswar & Puri Temples & Beach Tour explores many Hindu temples like Rajarani, Lingaraj, Lord Jagannath Temple and Konark, The Sun Temple a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the shape of a Chariot. The temple stands tall in the midst of a beautiful scenic landscape and showcases the cultural heritage of the state. Buddhist structures like Dhaulgiri Temple and Udaygiri, Khandagiri, Ratnagiri, Lalitagiri caves are also part of this itinerary. While staying on the beach hotels in Puri you will do the excursion visit to Chilika Lake, the paradise for migratory birds, the boat ride may provide the opportunity to sight dolphins.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • This is a private tour/activity only for your group.
  • Enhanced cleaning/ traveler safety.
  • In-depth cultural experience.
  • Flexible sightseeing & stopover.
  • Most travelers can participate.

Bulk discount (by amount)

Bulk diccount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 Discount on 2-person group 2 2 1284
2 Discount on 3-person group 3 3 1991
3 Discount on 4-person group 4 4 3071
4 Discount on 5-person group 5 5 3863
5 Discount on 6-person group 6 6 4997
6 Discount on 7-person group 7 7 5789
7 Discount on 8-person group 8 8 7073
8 Discount on 9-person group 9 9 7957
9 Discount on 10-person group 10 10 8841

Itinerary

Day 1: Bhubaneswar
On arrival at Bhubaneswar airport transfer to hotel. Later visit Lingaraja Temple, the 11th century temple described as fusion of dream & reality, a rare masterpiece, and one of the finest examples of purely Hindu temple. Every inch of the 55 m-high Lingaraja temple is covered with elaborate carvings. Sculpture & architecture fused elegantly to create a perfect harmony. Mukteshwara Temple, build in 7th-8th century AD, one of the most ornate temples in Bhubaneswar. The intricate carvings of the deities stand testimony to the influence of Hindu, Buddha & Jain style of architecture. The carvings on the roof are specially striking. Parashurameshwara Temple, a small but richly decorated shrine of Shiva that was built in the 7th century. It is one of the best examples of the Orissa style of temple architecture.
Also visit Dhauli, where Mauryan Emperor Ashoka the Great renounced bloody warfare & embraced the teachings of Buddha after victory over kingdom of Kalinga. Visit Peace Pagoda known as Shanti Stupa built in early 1970 by Japanese. Also visit two ancient rock edicts, today eclipsed by the presence of the Pagoda dating from 260 BC they outline Ashoka`s detailed instructions to his administrators to rule with gentleness & fairness. Udaigiri & Khandgiri caves, largest Buddhist Complex in Orissa. These hills provide some solid examples of Jain & Buddhist art of the 2nd Century BC. There are monasteries, Chaitya & Stupas that represent a vibrant culture that flourished in these hills. Overnight at hotel.
Day 2: Bhubaneswar
Breakfast at hotels full day excursion to visit Ratnagiri, Lalitagiri & Udayagiri Buddhist sites. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3: Bhubaneswar - Puri (65kms)
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Puri, enroute visit Pipili the applique work village & Raghurajpur artisan village. Further proceed to visit The Konark Sun Temple, a 13th century Temple in the form of the chariot with 24 wheels, heavily decorated with symbolic stone carvings and led by a team of six horses. It was constructed from oxidizing weathered ferruginous-coloured sandstone by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty. The temple is one of the most renowned temples in India and is a World Heritage Site as a cultural property under categories (i). Ramchandi temple & Chandrabhaga beach.
Arrive and check in at hotel. Evening visit lord Jagannath temple (only Hindu can enter temple sanctum). Overnight at hotel.
Day 4: Puri
Breakfast at hotel. Full day to relax on golden sandy beach. Overnight at hotel.
Day 5: Puri
Breakfast at hotel. Excursion to visit Chilika Lake is the second largest brackish water lagoon in the world after the New Caledonian barrier reef. It is the largest wintering ground for migratory birds on the Indian sub-continent & home to a number of threatened species of plants and animals. A pleasant boat ride amidst the colorful migratory birds and the quaint water. Drive back to Puri & rest time free for personal activities. Overnight at hotel.
Day 6: Puri - Bhubaneshwar
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Bhubaneshwar airport and drop off to airport to board flight for onward destination.

Included/Excluded

  • Assistance on arrival at airport.
  • 5 Nights' accommodation in 4-star hotels.
  • Daily breakfast and meal as per day plan.
  • Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
  • Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in car.
  • Government taxes.
  • Any flight tickets.
  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
  • Gratuities & optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

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FAQs

Can travelers upgrade the accommodation to 5-star hotels?
Yes, travelers can upgrade the accommodation to 5-star hotels by paying the supplement. Please send inquiry for same from the booking page to get the price quote.

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