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Kolkata – Bhubaneswar(Odisha)Tribal trip

15 Days / 14 Nights (Tour Code: PI-01240)
Kolkata-Bhubaneshwar-Dhenkanal-Konark-Puri-Gopalpur-Rayagada-Jeypore-Rayagada-Bhubaneshwar-Kolkata

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Kolkota – Bhubaneswar - Lalitgiri - Ratnagiri - Langudi - Dhenkanal - Nuapatna - Sadeibereni - Joranda - Dhenkanal - Konark - Puri - Chilka Lake – Gopalpur - Padmanavapur - Taptapani - Rayagada – Jeypore –Onukadeli market - Jeypore – Kunduli market - Rayagada - Bhubaneswar – Kolkata

Day 1: Kolkata

The intellectual and cultural capital of India, vibrant and quirky Kolkata bursts with life; explore the cities proud colonial heritage by tram, drop into esteemed art galleries, wander through traditional Bengali markets and take in the breathtaking view from Kolkata's famous Hoogly Bridge.

Day 2: Kolkata

Full-day tour to Ganga Sagar from Kolkata with an expert guide. Enjoy a scenic boat ride along the Ganges River toward Sagar Island. Visit Kapil Muni Temple, where many Hindus pay their respects to Hindu sage Kapil Muni. Learn about the humanitarian work of Hindu organizations with visits to the ashrams (missions) of Bharat Sevashram Sangha, Ramakrishna Mission and Omkarnath.

Day 3: Kolkata

Enjoy a full day excursion to Vishnupur. You will come to see many terracotta temples built during Malla dynasty. The terracotta temples at Bishnupur were built by Malla Dynasty starting from 17th century and believe to be the oldest brick temple. There are detailed terracotta carvings and remarkable motif works on temple walls and ceilings. After visit drive back to Kolkata

Day 4: Bhubaneshwar

The lively capital of Orissa since the anceint Kalinga empire boasts settlement stretching back 2000 years. Explore medieval temples and broad tree lined avenues to unearth the spirit of the city. Bhubaneswars impressive skyline: the towering spire of <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A2F','BBI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">The Lingaraj temple</a>, Parasuramasvara temple, the magnificent Japanese Peace Pagoda of <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A2A','BBI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Dhauli</a> hills and the remarkable temple of Mahavir Jain on Khandagiri hills exemplifies the arrival and evolution of Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainsim during different periods of Orissas long spiritual journey. Overnight at Hotel Bhubaneswar.

Day 5: Dhenkanal

Full day Excursion to Lalitigiri, (Archeological site of a Buddhist Monastery from 4th to 8th Century AD) with Monastery parts and many votive Stupa, all different Buddhist sculptors with Chaita hall and a Huge stupa from where caskets of Budhas relic is available, Ratnagiri, the Largest Buddhist monastery we have till know, flourished from 4th to 14th century AD with most of sculptors of Vajrayanic sect, hundred of Votive Stupa & brick Stupa and huge monastery also visit Dhauli Famous for Asokan Rock Edicts and Place where battle of Kalinga was Fought which made a great change of Ashok mind so that he became Buddhist. Also Visit Peace Pagada. Later visit Udaygiri, Another huge Buddhist monastery which still under excavation, Full day visit Kayam Hill Buddhist cave and Langudi Giri which one of recent excavation with ruins of Monastery, Stupas and lot of Mahayanic sculptors, Five Dhyani Buddhas back to dhenkanal. Overnight at Palace Dhenkanal.

Day 6: Dhenkanal

Morning after breakfast drive to visit Nupatana ( the weaving villae ) & Sadeibaraini ( the Dhokra craft village ). On arrival at Dhenkanal visit to Joranda Gadi. The temple was built in early 20th century,but the shrine existed from early 14th century.It is the Samadhi Peetha of Mahima goswami,who spread the Mahima Dharma.The principles of the sect includes doctrines of Jainism.They think Bhagavata Purana as very sacred too.They respect all Gods.The sect belongs to a group of ascetics.As the ascetics of this sect are not supposed to spend more than two consecutive nights in one village,by staying at the meeting point one can change the position to other corner of Temple.It is a Rekha deula having some sub shrine and dedicated to Surya as Ananta,NirgunaBrahman.No image worship is done inside.Currently ascetics belonging to this sect saty here.Every year Maagha melaattracts lots of ascetics.It is located just 30 km North of Dhenkanal town. its give spiritual concentration to all the visitors.Jai mahima alekh. Then check in to the Palace & Overnight stay at Dhenkanal.

Day 7: Konark

After breakfast drive to Konark, the place of iconic <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'SNT','KNK','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Sun Temple</a>. En route visit Ashokan Rock Edicts belongs to 2nd century B.C. The appalling loss of life in Kalinga war made emperor Ashoka convert to Buddhism. He expressed his remorse and his new principles were engraved in a series of rock-cut edicts through-out his vast kingdom. After visit continue drive to Konark. Arrive Konark and visit the UNESCO World Heritage <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'SNT','KNK','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Sun Temple</a>. The <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'SNT','KNK','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Sun Temple</a> at Konark was built by king Narasimhadeva around 1250. The temple was built in the shape of a gigantic chariot with detailed carved stone wheels and horses. The main temple was destroyed and the architecture splendor of present structure takes visitors into surprise. After visit drive to your resort. Enjoy a sunset on the lonely beach of Konark. Night at hotel in Konark.

Day 8: Puri

After breakfast drive to Puri, on arrival check-in at hotel. Later sightseeing tour of Jagannath Temple and Grand Road of Puri. Puri is the home to temple of lord Jagannath and has great religious importance. It is also famous for the annual Chariot Festival. The architecture of 12th century Lord Jagannath temple is worth a visit. On the road visit village Pipli. Afternoon free to visit Puri Beach. Overnight at hotel in Puri.

Day 9: Gopalpur

Asias largest brackish water lagoon with water spread ranging from 1165 sq km m the rainy season to 906 sq km in the dry season is nestled in the heart of the coastal Odisha (Orissa). It extends from Bhusandpur in Puri district in the North to Rambha-Malud in Ganjan district in the South, separated from the Bay of Bengal by a 60 km long narrow strip of marshy islands and sand-flats.

Some of the prominent islands like Nalabana, Kalijal, Somolo, Honeymoon, Break-fast, Birds and Rajahansa inhabited by small subsistence fishermen families, are popular destinations for daily boat trips. Night at hotel in GopalPur.

Day 10: Rayagada

After breakfast proceed to padmanavapur Textile village then Taptapani of the pleasant health resort with a. hot sulphur spring having medicinal properties.The water of the spring is channelized to the bathtubs of panthanivas for steam bath. Hotel in Rayagada.

Day 11: Jeypore

Visit Maa Majhighariani Temple, famous in Southern Division of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh.

Visit Hatipathar is only 3 km from the district headquarters. It is a place of great scenic beauty with two waterfalls on the course of river Nagavali

Bumble along country roads, pass teak plantations and forested hillocks alongside idyllic villages and local markets. Today we enter tribal territory! Visit Dakum market, village Jhigidi – Dokra art. Roll through the hilly regions of the Eastern Ghats. Rub shoulders with the largest weekly gathering of indigenous peoples, the vibrant Chatikona market. Chatikona is located about 48 km from Rayagada surrounded by a series of valleys and wooded hills of varying colours and the place is a center of pilgrimage for the temple of Mahadev. It offers picnickers gorgeous view of the waterfall. The Siva temple is the focus of hectic activities on Siva Ratri. The Dongaria Kondha of Chatikona represent the primitive section of the tribe. Hotel in Jeypore.

Day 12: Rayagada

Keep this day for the Paraja Tribes at the biggest market at Kundli. Reach the hotel at night and rest properly.Join Dongria Kondh girls with their countless hairpins, earrings and nose rings fawn over fancy items. Let the most extraordinary and ordinary confound you at Onukadeli; the weekly market of India's most primitive indigenous peoples. Be dazzled by the kaleidoscope of beads adorning traditional Bondatribeswomen. Enjoy a picnic lunch under a waterfall and follow the footsteps of the Gaddava and Paroja tribes. Overnight stay in Rayaguda.

Day 13: Rayagada

Morning proceed to witness the biggest tribal weekly market of sana paraja & mali tribes in kunduli.It is a very colourful market. Overnight in Rayagada.