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Bhubaneswar City Sojourn: Temples & Culture

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Duration

2 Nights / 3 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English

Overview

Embark on the Bhubaneswar City Sojourn: Temples & Culture tour, a captivating journey through the cultural and spiritual heart of Odisha. Begin with a visit to the majestic Lingaraja Temple, an architectural marvel of the 11th century, renowned for its intricate carvings and grandeur. Explore the ornate Mukteshwara Temple, celebrated for its detailed carvings reflecting a blend of Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain styles. Discover the historical significance of Dhauli, where Emperor Ashoka embraced Buddhism, and admire the Shanti Stupa and ancient rock edicts. Marvel at the ancient Udaigiri & Khandgiri Caves, showcasing the rich Jain and Buddhist art of the 2nd century BC. This immersive tour offers a deep dive into Bhubaneswar’s spiritual and historical heritage.

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 Percent)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 Discount on 2-person group 2 2 45.4%
2 Discount on 3-person group 3 3 42.5%
3 Discount on 4-person group 4 4 49.4%
4 Discount on 5-person group 5 5 49.4%
5 Discount on 6-person group 6 6 54.3%
6 Discount on 7-person group 7 7 53.6%
7 Discount on 8-person group 8 8 58.2%

Itinerary

Day 1: Bhubaneswar

Arrival at Bhubaneswar airport with assistance and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Rest of the day is free for relaxation and personal activities. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Bhubaneswar

After breakfast at the hotel, visit Lingaraja Temple, an 11th-century masterpiece with elaborate carvings, showcasing a harmonious blend of sculpture and architecture. Explore Mukteshwara Temple, built in the 7th-8th century AD, known for its ornate carvings reflecting Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain architectural styles. Visit Parashurameshwara Temple, a richly decorated 7th-century shrine dedicated to Shiva, exemplifying Orissa's temple architecture. Proceed to Dhauli, where Emperor Ashoka embraced Buddhism after the Kalinga War, featuring the Shanti Stupa and ancient rock edicts from 260 BC. Explore Udaigiri & Khandgiri Caves, the largest Buddhist complex in Orissa with 2nd-century BC Jain and Buddhist art, including monasteries, Chaityas, and Stupas. Overnight at the hotel.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 3: Bhubaneswar

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Bhubaneswar airport according to flight schedule for onward destination.

Included/Excluded

  • Assistance on arrival at airport.
  • 2 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.

Tour's Location

FAQs

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Hotels used or similar for 2 nights accommodation

4 Star Hotels
Bhubaneswar x 2 nights: Fortune Park Sishmo/ Lemon Tree Premier

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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