Bhubaneswar ('The Lord of the Universe') is the capital of Orissa. In Bhubaneswar, Shiva is known as Tribuhuvaneswara or " Lord of the Three Worlds", from which the city derives its name. Beside being the capital of ancient Kalinga, Bhubaneswar is known as Temple Town and Cathedral City on account of its many temples in the extravagant oriyas style.
Day 01 : Arrival At Bhubaneswar
On arrival at Bhubaneswar Airport/Railway station met by our representative. Then transfer to hotel.Later half day sightseeing of tribal museum (closed on Monday ), Khandagiri & Udaigiri Jain caves ( oldest rock cut caves, the caves are reminiscent of influence of Buddhism and Jainism in Odisha (Orissa) ). Overnight at Bhubaneswar.
Day 02 : Sightseeing Of Bhubaneswar
Morning after breakfast visit to famous city temples including Lingaraj, Parsurameswar, Mukteswar ( Mukteswar temple, one of the most prominent temples of Bhubaneswar, has been constructed in the style that is quite similar to the one used in the Kalinga School of Temple Architecture and know as the ‘gem of Orissan architecture’ ), Rajarani temple. After lunch break visit to Nandankanan Zoo ( closed on Monday ). This Zoo is famous for the white tiger safari and Botanical garden. Overnight at Bhubaneswar.
Day 03 : Bhubaneswar To Konark To Puri
Morning after breakfast drive to Puri enroute visit Dhauli (Budhist stupa/ peace pagoda ), Pipli ( the applique work village ) and Konark Sun Temple ( famously known as black pagoda ). Then proceed to Puri and check in to the hotel. Evening visit of Lord Jagannath Temple (Non Hindus are not allowed) / Relax on the golden beach of puri. Overnight at Puri.
Day 04 : Puri To Chilika To Puri
Morning drive to Chilika lake at Satpada (the largest Ramsar site of Asia and famous for its migratory birds coming from distance places ). Take the boat cruise to visit the Irrawaddy Dolphins & Rajhans Island. Return back to Puri. Evening visit to beach market. Overnight at Puri.
Day 05 : Puri To Raghurajpur & Departure From Bhubaneswar
After morning breakfast drive to bhubaneswar enroute visit Raghurajpur ( Artisan village, the most famous attraction here is the Pattachitra, paintings on pieces of fabric. ). Then proceed to Bhubaneswar and transfer to Airport/Railway station to board the flight /train for onwards journey.