Odisha Odyssey

Jagannath Temple
Chilika Lake
Sun Temple
Konark Dance Festival

Scenic, Serene & Sublime

Odisha, previously known as Orissa, is one of the best destinations in India to experience the beauty of nature. Besides its natural beauty, the state is known for its heritage sites, beaches, tribal cultures, natural parks, foods, culture and many ancient Hindu temples. Chilika Lake is the largest brackish water lagoon in Asia and second largest coastal lagoon in the world. Chilika Lake is the largest wintering ground for migratory birds. Visit the Khandagiri & Udayagiri Jain Caves of 2nd century BC. The twin hills of Khandagiri and Udaygiri, also known as Kumargiri and Kumarigiri, are renowned for their rock-cut caves. Enjoy the traditional Gotipua Dance. Visit the Jagannath Temple. It is an important Hindu temple dedicated to Jagannath, a form of Vishnu – one of the trinity of supreme divinity in Hinduism. Enjoy the Sand Art Competition & Konark Dance Festival. Conclude your trip with the capital city of Odisha, Bhubaneswar. Join WOW on a divine trip to Odisha which is also filled with a lot of experience.

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The Plan

Day 1 Best of Beginnings
Day 2 Dhenkanal-Nuapatna-Dhenkanal
Day 3 Dhenkanal - Chilika Lake
Day 4 Day at leisure
Day 5 Chilika Lake-Mangalajodi-Puri
Day 6 Jagannath Temple & Konark
Day 7 Puri - Bhubaneswar
Day 8 Departure

Day 1
Best of Beginnings

Arrive at Bhubaneswar Airport and transfer to Dhenkanal Palace (2.5 hrs approx). On the way, visit Maritime museum and Subhash Chandra Bose museum in Cuttack. Check-in to the hotel and rest. In the evening, gather for the welcome dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Dhenkanal Palace or similar
Day 2
Dhenkanal-Nuapatna-Dhenkanal

Post breakfast at the hotel, proceed to the Silk Ikkat weaving village at Nuapatna (45 min approx). Nuapatna is a village in Cuttack district of Orissa, famous for silk and cotton single-ikat (weft-ikat) textiles. The weavers here produce a striking range of sarees with a brilliance, glaze and texture that is unmatched. Post lunch (at your own expense) visit to Monks of Mahima cult and see their Monasteries and rituals (1h 45m approx). Return to the hotel. Enjoy the cultural programme. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Dhenkanal Palace or similar
Day 3
Dhenkanal - Chilika Lake

After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Chilika Lake (4hrs approx). The Chilka lake is one of the biggest brackish water lagoons and is the visiting ground of several species of migratory birds. The lake also supports various other flora and fauna such as the dolphins, turtles, birds and fishes. It is located in the state of Orissa or Odisha and is famous for flamingos. On the way we will visit the Anthropological Museum & Khandagiri and Udayagiri Caves of 2nd century BC. It is believed that the founder of Jain faith, Mahavir had visited Udayagiri and khandagiri in the 6th Century B.C. Later check-in to the hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at the resort.

Swosti Chilika Resort or similar (4*)
Day 4
Day at leisure

Have leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Today is your free day. You can visit different islands by boat or Kalijai Island temple by boat (at your own expense). Or simply decide to explore the property. Dinner & overnight stay at the resort.

Swosti Chilika Resort or similar (4*)
Day 5
Chilika Lake-Mangalajodi-Puri

After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Puri (3 hrs approx). On the way we will visit chilika lake at Mangalajodi. This village on the banks of Chilika Lake renders an eye-catching scenic beauty and attracts visitors for its vast wetlands with many migrating birds. Its wetlands now host more than 1.5 lakhs of birds. Enjoy the non-motorized boat ride on Chilika Lake. Later visit artisan village at Raghurajpur and enjoy the traditional Gotipua Dance. Gotipua is one of the oldest dance forms in the Indian State of Odisha. Later proceed to Puri & check-in to the hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel.

Mayfair Waves or similar (5*)
Day 6
Jagannath Temple & Konark

After breakfast, proceed to Jagannath Temple. The Jagannath Temple dedicated to Jagannath, a form of Vishnu – one of the trinity of supreme divinity in Hinduism. This temple is one of the holiest Vaishnava Hindu Char Dham (four divine sites) sites. After darshan, drive to Konark (1 hr approx). Visit the famous Sun Temple. Enjoy the Sand Art Competition in beach and Fishermen Village. Later proceed for Konark Dance Festival. The Konark Dance Festival showcases the best of the traditional and classical dance forms of India, besides offering interesting insights into the rich cultural and dance heritage of the country like no one else. After the show transfer back to the hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel. Note: Only Hindus are permitted inside the temple.

Mayfair Waves or similar (5*)
Day 7
Puri - Bhubaneswar

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and proceed to Bhubaneswar (1hr 30m approx). Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha, is called the Temple City of India because it is home to over 500 temples! The city has a rich cultural heritage and is believed to have temples that date back to the 6th and 11th centuries. On the way we will visit Ashokan Rock Edict at Dhauli, and 64 Yogini Temple. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel. In the afternoon, visit the Temples of Bhubaneswar. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Hotel Fortune Park Sishmo or similar (4*)
Day 8
Departure

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for your flight back home.

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Inclusions

Accommodation on a double sharing basis in hotels mentioned in the itinerary
Meals as per the itinerary: Breakfast – 7 & Dinner - 7
Sightseeing and entry fees as per the itinerary
English speaking guide
Transfers by coach
Cultural Dance in Dhenkanal Palace
Traditional Gotipua Dance in Raghurajpur Heritage village
One non-motorized boat ride in Chilika Lake
Abhada with Khira ( Rabidi). THIS IS THE PRASAD OF JAGANNATH PURI
Tuk Tuk services at Puri for visiting Lord Jagannath Temple
Auto Rickshaw (one way) for Raghurajpur artisan village
Airport Transfers (Group transfers only)
Inclusive of 5% GST
Insurance upto 69 yrs of age
Tips for guide and driver

Exclusions

Airfare
Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as roadblocks, accidents & any medical evacuations. Any flight/train delays or re-scheduling etc.
Any item not mentioned in the inclusions
Optional excursions and activities
Additional transfer required due to any emergency situation or arriving by flight that does not match with the majority of the group
Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals and beverages ordered, camera/video camera fee at monuments, laundry, phone calls and medical expenses

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