Overview
Odisha (Orissa)
Tribal tour package is dedicated for an interesting exploration of the tribal
heritage of Orissa now named Odisha. The tour takes you through ancient sites,
modern cities and places with history, heritage and culture.
Our 13 Days
Orissa Tribal tours itinerary covers the major cities of Odisha, Start with
Bhubaneswar the capital city of the state. Lalitgiri, Ratnagiri and Udaygiri
are treasured sites of Buddhist heritage. Konark is your stop to marvel at the
magnificent Sun Temple. The beach city of Puri is one of the sites of the
Chardham pilgrimage, Jagannath Puri. Chilka is a natural wonder. The brackish
lake is inhabited by many heavenly birds. Gopalpur has numerous attractions.
The tribal treasures of Odisha lies in the Bisamkatak, Chatikona, Onkudeelli
and Dharua Gond Tribal Villages. Vishakhapatnam, the harbor city of Andhra
Pradesh is the last stop but certainly not less in terms of attractions. For
complete information, peruse the detailed itinerary.
Highlights
- Visit Bhubaneswar tourist attractions.
- Tour of Orissa State Museum and the Museum of Tribal Arts and Artifacts in Bhubaneswar.
- Excursion to Lalitgiri, Udaygiri and Ratnagiri.
- Visit the famous Konark Sun temple.
- Visit Chilka, the largest brackish lake in Asia.
- Guided tour to tourist attractions of Puri including holy visit to Jagannath Temple.
- Explore the major tourist attractions of Gopalpur.
- Explore the Rayagada tribal village famous for tribal craftsmanship.
- Excursion to weekly market of Bissamkatak.
- Explore the interesting weekly market of Chatikona.
- Sightseeing tour of Visakhapatnam.
Itinerary
Day 01: Bhubaneswar
Day 02: Bhubaneswar
Day 03: Bhubaneswar
– Lalitgiri – Ratnagiri – Udaygiri – Bhubaneswar
Day 04: Bhubaneswar
– Konark – Puri
Day 05: Puri
Day 06: Puri
– Chilka – Gopalpur
Day 07: Gopalpur
– Rayagada
Day 08: Rayagada
– Bisamkatak – Rayagada
Day 09: Rayagada
– Chatikona – Jeypore
Day 10: Jeypore
– Onkudelli – Jeypore
Day 11: Jeypore
– Gupteswar – Jeypore
Day 12: Jeypore
– Visakhapatnam
Day 13: Departure
Transfer
DAY
01: BHUBANESWAR
On arrival
at the Bhubaneswar airport, meet our representative to get assisted to your
pre-booked hotel. Check-in at the hotel and relax in your comfortable room.
Later in the day after lunch embark on a sightseeing tour of the city. Cover
the major tourist attractions of Bhubaneswar. Start with Rajarani temple,
Mukteswar temple, Lingraj temple and the Brahmeswar Bagh. Evening free at your
own. Overnight at hotel.
DAY
02: BHUBANESWAR
Start the
day with breakfast, after which you can visit Parashurameshvara Temple. The
exquisitely carved temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Intricate carvings of
elephant and horse processions, floral motifs and human figures adorn the
temple interiors. Next, visit the Orissa State Museum and the Museum of Tribal
Arts and Artifacts. Both museums feature a great collection of Dress,
ornaments, weapons, household implements and musical instruments used by the
tribals of Orissa. Return for night stay in the hotel.
DAY
03: BHUBANESWAR – LALITGIRI – RATNAGIRI – UDAYGIRI – BHUBANESWAR
Have an
early breakfast, after which you check out of your hotel and drive for an
excursion to Lalitgiri. This ancient scenic village is a holy destination for a
large number of Buddhist devotees. Visit the Chaitya hills where several
Buddhist stupas can be found on this hillside. Do not miss the brilliant piece
of Buddhist architecture found atop the Pushpagiri hill. Next, drive to
Udaygiri and Ratnagiri sites. These sites which are also enriched with Buddhist
monuments and ancient sculptures. In the evening, return to the hotel in
Bhubaneswar for a sumptuous dinner and overnight stay.
DAY
04: BHUBANESWAR – KONARK – PURI
Start the
day with breakfast, after which you can leave for Puri. Stop en-route at Konark
to visit the famous Sun temple. The marvelous temple is a testimony of the fine
art of sculptures. Though ravaged, the temple is a charming site to spend time
at.
Later,
resume your drive. Stop at Pipli, where Applique an age-old craft of Orissa is
practiced. Witness the art of applique, where brightly colored fabrics are
stitched over another base fabric in beautiful patterns. Shop for souvenirs. Re-start
your drive to Puri. On arrival, check-in at one of our listed hotels. Relax for
the day. In the evening leave for a leisurely walk on the Puri beach. Return to
the hotel for overnight stay.
DAY
05: PURI
Start the
day early with a quick bath for a visit to the Jagannath Temple. The Jagannath
Puri Temple is one of the Chardham destinations in India. The holy pilgrimage
site is visited by crowds from all over the world throughout the year. The
temple walls are embellished with exquisite carvings depicting the life of Lord
Krishna. Later in the day go for a sightseeing tour. Cover the major tourist
attractions like Swargadwar, Sakshi Gopal temple and the Gundicha temple. In
the evening, get to the Puri beach for a sunset stroll. There are numerous
stalls lined up around the beach. Look for street food, handicrafts and other
delights. Retire for the night in the hotel in Puri.
DAY
06: PURI – CHILKA – GOPALPUR
After an
early breakfast, drive to Gopalpur. Gopalpur is a beautiful and quiet beach
destination situated in the Bay of Bengal in the State of Orissa. On the way,
visit the Chilka Lake. Chilka is the largest brackish water lake in Asia
inhabited by innumerable species of birds. After the visit continue drive to
Gopalpur. The major tourist attractions include Taratarini, Jaugada, Ansupa
Lake, Hirakud Reservoir Taptapani, Mahuri Kalua, Patisonapur Beach, and
Chandragiri. Retire for the night at the hotel.
DAY
07: GOPALPUR – RAYAGADA
After
breakfast, drive to Rayagada. Rayagada is a tribal village famous for tribal
craftsmanship. Set in the middle of the lush green forests, beautiful meadows, stunning
waterfalls, terraced valleys, the rich tribal life and culture is preserved.
On arrival,
check-in at one of the listed hotels. After resting for a while drive to visit
Hatipathar. The area is blessed with great scenic beauty. Visit the two waterfalls
on the course of River Nagavali. Return to the hotel for staying the night.
DAY
08: RAYAGADA – BISAMKATAK – RAYAGADA
Have a quick
breakfast in the morning after which you drive to Bisamkatak. The Bisamkatak
village is famous for its tribal craftsmanship. Visit the weekly market. The
market is attended by thousands of foreign tourists. Donoria Kondha ornamental
and other handicraft products are the allure of the market. You can check out
the unique handicrafts. These make good remembrances of the tribal heritage.
Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
DAY
09: RAYAGADA – CHATIKONA – JEYPORE
Post
breakfast, drive straight to Chatikona. While you drive towards your
destination in the morning enjoy watch the Dongria kondhs men and women coming
down from the mountains. They bring different kinds of fruits and livestock for
the interesting weekly market. Here these tribals mix with other communities
and batter for various commodities. Enjoy exploring. Later drive to Jeypore,
trade hub of the Koraput district. On arrival check-in to your hotel.
DAY
10: JEYPORE – ONKUDELLI – JEYPORE
Next morning
start towards Onkudelli. Onkudelli is the house of famous Bonda tribes. These
nature worshippers gather on a weekly basis. Visit the colorful markets of
Bonda, Gadaba and Didayee. Post lunch, visit the traditional Boro-Gadaba
villages. Here you can enjoy the company of the colorful and friendly tribals
of Orissa. It is a unique opportunity to see such a colorful concentration of a
typical tribal at one place. Later drive back to Jeypore for overnight stay in
the hotel.
DAY
11: JEYPORE – GUPTESWAR – JEYPORE
Start the
day with breakfast after which you leave for excursion to Gupteswar. Gupteswar
is located at the top of a limestone hill situated at a height of 500 meters
above the sea level. Do not miss to visit the famous cave shrine dedicated to
Lord Shiva. Also visit the Dharua Gond tribal villages of Orissa. Later in the
day on your way back to Jeypore, stop at a pottery village. Return to your
hotel for the night.
DAY
12: JEYPORE – VISAKHAPATNAM
Next
morning, drive to Visakhapatnam. Visakhapatnam is a paradise for tourists of
all kinds. Whether it be natural lovers, wild animal enthusiasts, bird watchers
or environmental lovers, every visitor has lots to see and do. On arrival,
check-in at one of our listed hotels. After resting for a while, set off for a
sightseeing tour of Visakhapatnam. Start your tour with a stop at the Borra
Caves, War memorial, Dolphin's Nose, Gangavaram beach and Kailasa Giri. In the
evening, return to the hotel overnight stay.
DAY
13: DEPARTURE TRANSFER
Begin your
day leisurely. Have breakfast and pack your bags. Later in the day, transfer to
Visakhapatnam airport. Board a flight for your onward journey with fond
memories.
Note: This is just a suggested itinerary indicative of what could be possible. We tailor holidays for your specific needs. Contact us if you want modifications so that we could tailor a holiday to suit your need for an unforgettable India tour.
Inclusions/Exclusions
WHAT'S
INCLUDED:
- Accommodation on bed & breakfast basis based on double/twin occupancy.
- Excursions and touring as specified in itinerary, all on private basis.
- All airport and ground transportation on private basis.
- Driver allowance and all presently applicable taxes.
*Not included: gratuities, visas (if applicable), international or internal flights, meals and drinks not described, items of a personal nature.