- 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Places Covered: Bhubaneshwar, Puri via Dhauli, Pipli and Konark
- Holiday Type : Tailormade Tour
- Country: India
Itinerary Highlights
Welcome to your 'Odisha - The Golden Triangle' Tour! Arrive at Airport / Railway station in Bhubaneshwar, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, proceed on a half day tour visiting the Lingaraj temple, Parsurameswar temple, the Mukteshwar temple and the Raja Rani temple. Overnight in Bhubaneshwar - None (Meals on your Own)
After a relaxed morning, drive through the lush green countryside to Puri. En route visit Dhauli where Emperor Ashoka after the bloody battle and his victory over the Kingdom of Kalinga renounced warfare and embraced the teachings of Buddha. Also visit the Peace Pagoda or Shanti Stupa built in the early 1970 and the two ancient rock edicts dating from 260 BC which outline Ashoka's detailed instructions to his administrators to rule with gentleness and fairness. Thereafter, visit the colorful village of Pipli where you can purchase local handicrafts and the famous applique work. Drive to Konark that houses a colossal temple dedicated to the Sun God. Even in its ruined state its magnificence reflects the genius of its architects who envisioned and built it. Continue driving to Puri and on arrival check-in to your hotel.The rest of the evening is at leisure.Overnight in Puri (B)
In the morning, visit the famous Jagannath temple, the pulsating pilgrimage centre of the city. Enjoy a stroll through the bustling bazaar and visit the main temple complex. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax or explore the Puri beach.Overnight in Puri (B)
Today, proceed on a half-day excursion to the south of Puri where the sea mixes with the 1100 sq km inland Chilka Lake to create a brackish water lake. This lake is home to over 160 varieties of fish and in the winter season it is home to hundreds of thousands of migratory birds, dotted with a host of islands with romantic names, a cruise in Chilka is recommended (on direct payment basis). The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Puri (B)
Today, bid farewell to your 'Odisha - The Golden Triangle' tour as you get transferred to Airport / Railway station in Bhubaneshwar for your onward journey. (B)
Inclusions
- Travel by comfortable A/c or Non A/c coach / Vehicle as per the tour itinerary
- Entrance fees of all sightseeing places to be visited from inside
- Accommodation in comfortable and convenient Deluxe hotels
- All Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (set menu) as mentioned in the itinerary
- All Tips – Guide, Driver and Restaurants
- 1 Lt. Water Bottle per person per day
- Travel Insurance
Exclusions
- Service Tax 3.50% Extra.
- Any meals other than those mentioned above.
- Any airfare / train fare.
- Entrance fees to Amusement parks & Boating charges.
- Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature .
- Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
- Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances etc.