Odisha (formerly Orissa), an eastern Indian state on the Bay of Bengal, is known for its tribal cultures and its many ancient Hindu temples. The capital, Bhubaneswar, is home to hundreds of temples, notably the intricately-carved Mukteshvara. The Lingaraj Temple complex, dating to the 11th century, is set around sacred Bindusagar Lake. The Odisha State Museum is focused on the area’s history and environment.
Odisha 5 nights / 6 Days
The Golden Triangle: The state is home to the majestic 12th-century Jagannath Temple in Puri and the iconic 13th-century Sun Temple at Konark, a masterpiece of Kalinga architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The capital city, Bhubaneswar, is famously known as the "Temple City of India
Pickup from Bhubaneswar airport Proceed to the Puri. En-route visit Dhauli( the peace pagoda), Lingaraj Temple, Chausath (64) Yogini temple. After reaching Puri check into the hotel in the evening and enjoy at Puri beach. Overnight at Puri.
After morning breakfast, Darshan at Sri Jagannath Temple (Non Hindus are not allowed),Gundicha Temple (MausimaTemple), Bedi Hanuman Temple,Then drive to Konark on marine drive, visit Chandrabhaga beach &Ramchandi temple. Then visit the famous Sun Temple called black Pagoda, The 12th century temple richly decorated with stone carving. In the evening enjoy light & sound show in Konark (by own cost). Evening return to Puri, in the evening enjoy and relax at golden beach, free time shopping at Puri local market. Overnight at Puri.
After Breakfast Check Out From the Hotel. Proceed to Barkul ( Chilika) to Visit Asia's largest sweet wdriveater lake. Visit the Kalijai Temple in the middle of the lake. Check in the Resort. Then drive to Gopalpur, check in hotel. Overnight at Gopalpur.
After Breakfast Chandragiri to visit the Buddhist Monastery( Approx. 80Km Drive), later Proceed to Taptapani to take a bath at Hot Water Spring. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure as you can spend the free time the way you want. After Visit Back to Gopalpur. Evening Leisure at Beach. Overnight at Gopalpur.
After breakfast drive to Bhubanehswar and visit local Bhubaneshwar and visit Rajarani temple, Mukteshwar temple, Parshurameshwaram Temple, Khandagiri, Udaygirijain caves, overnight at Bhubaneswar.
After breakfast check out from the hotel and visit Nandankanan Zoo (This zoo is famous for variety wild life sanctuary & also famous for white Tiger & Lion Safari (Closed On Monday), Tribal museum (Closed On Monday) then transfer to the airport/railway station to catch the flight/ train for onward Journey with a bag full of memories.