Temples of Odisha (Orissa) gets an special identity in the archaeological map of India which attract millions of devotees, pilgrimages, architects, scholars, and tourists across the globe.
Orissan ancient temple history begin from 6th century AD – Lakhaneswar temple at Bhubaneswar and the artistic form developed in time being and Finished at 13th century AD – Sun temple at Konark. But there is lot and lot of character in the ancient temples which show their mighty back ground history of orissan prosperous art and architect and the language of stone which defeated the language of human.
Day 01 Arrive Bhubaneshwar (By Flight)
On arrival at Bhubaneswar airport or railway station, our representative will meet & greet you, then transfer you to your pre-booked hotel. You can spend the evening at Ekamra Hat while doing some shopping for yourself or your family.
Overnight at your hotel.
Day 02 Bhubaneshwar
After having a delicious breakfast at your hotel, you will be taken to Raghurajpur Heritage village which is popular for Folk art & crafts. The artisans here have developed the techniques of how to draw art & craft on palm leaves and canvas. Here you will also get a chance to witness Gotipua Dance form ? the first form of Odissi dance. While returning to your hotel in Bhubaneswar stop at Dhauli Peace Pagoda.
Overnight accommodation at hotel.
Day 03 Bhubaneshwar – Puri (By Road) (64 Kms. / 1H 30M appx.)
Following an early morning breakfast, you will be guided to Puri. Millions of devotees across the globe come to Puri every year to see the world-famous Rath Yatra. Explore Old Library roof to witness Jagannath Temple. Stroll around the widespread road of Puri across several Ashrams where devotees reside. In the evening you will be driven to Swargdwaar, where the final rituals of Hindus are done.
Overnight at a Puri hotel.
Day 04 Puri – Konark – Puri (By Road) (38 Kms. / 1H 10M – One Way)
After having breakfast in your hotel, you will be guided for a city tour. Your morning visit will start with a trip to the popular Sun temple Konark. It?s a thirteenth century temple built by King Narshimdeva. Konark temple is renowned for its beautiful architecture & carvings on stone. After exploring the Konark Museum you will be headed towards fisherman villages close to the sea.
Overnight at your Puri hotel
Day 05 Puri – Ratnagiri (By Road) (152 Kms. / 3H 30M appx.)
Following breakfast you will be driven to Ratnagiri to explore the Buddhist excavated sites. Here you will also get to see two large Buddhist monasteries, a massive stupa and a large number of votive stupas that have been unearthed.
Overnight at Ratnagiri.
Day 06 Ratnagiri
After breakfast at your hotel, continue on a full-day Lalitgiri, Udayagir and Ratnagiri excavated site exploration. Overnight at Ratnagiri.
Day 07 Ratnagiri – Keonjhar (By Road) (170 Kms. / 3H 50M appx.)
Following breakfast at your hotel drive to Keonjhar to explore the famous Ghatagaon Tarini Temple. Overnight in a Keonjhar hotel.
Day 08 Keonjhar – Baripada (By Road) (164 Kms. / 4H 50M appx.)
After a fulfilling breakfast at your hotel drive to Khiching to witness the well-known Khichakeswari Temple. Then proceed to Baripada to see the Bhimakunda, Jwalamukhi Temple and Maa Ambika Temple among others.
Overnight in a Baripada hotel.
Day 09 Baripada – Balasore (By Road) (60 Kms. / 1H 30M appx.)
Following an early morning breakfast you will proceed to explore the famous Chandipur Beach, Panchalingeswar temple, Khirachora Gopinath Shrine and Jhareswar temple among others.
Overnight in a Balasore hotel.
Day 10 Balasore – Dhenkanal (By Road) (205 Kms. / 4H 50M appx.)
After your breakfast you will be given a ride to Dhenkanal through Jajpur. En route we will stop at Maa Biraja temple in Jajpur. Then proceed to Dhenkanal. Check into the pre-booked hotel once you arrive in Dhenkanal.
Overnight at a Dhenkanal hotel.
Day 11 Dhenkanal – Bhubaneshwar (By Road) (61 Kms. / 2H 10M appx.)
Following your breakfast, you will proceed to Joranda monastery to witness some never-seen rituals, after drive to Bhubaneswar enroute Nuapatna textile villages & Sadeibareni craft village.
Overnight in a Bhubaneswar hotel.
Day 12 Bhubaneshwar – Berhampur (By Road) (172 Kms. / 3H 20M appx.)
After breakfast in your hotel you will depart for Berhampur to see one of the Shaktipeeth Taratarini temple. Then continue to Bhairavi temple.
Overnight at a Berhampur hotel.
Day 13 Berhampur – Bhubaneshwar (By Road) (172 Kms. / 3H 20M appx.)
After an early morning breakfast at your hotel you will be driven back to Bhubaneswar for a full-day tour of ancient shrines in Bhubaneswar including rajarani, Lingaraj, parshurameswar, brahmeswar, 64 yogini tantric temples. If time permits a trip to the state museum can be arranged.
Overnight at your Bhubaneswar hotel.
Day 14 Depart Bhubaneshwar (By Flight)
Departure transfer to Bhubaneshwar airport for flight to onward destination.
| City | Night (s) | 5* Hotels / Guest House |
| Bhubaneshwar | 02 | Mayfair Lagoon |
| Puri | 02 | Mayfair Heritage |
| Ratnagiri | 02 | Toshali Ratnagiri |
| Keonjhar | 01 | The Sans |
| Baripada | 01 | Guest House |
| Balasore | 01 | Camp |
| Dhenkanal | 01 | Dhenkanal Palace |
| Bhubaneshwar | 01 | Mayfair Lagoon |
| Berhampur | 01 | Mayfair Palm Beach |
| Bhubaneshwar | 01 | Mayfair Lagoon |
– Welcome on arrival with fresh flower garlands.
– Meet assist at airports / hotels by our office representative.
– 13 Nights hotel accommodation.
– Daily breakfast, Lunch and Dinners.
– Entrance fees to monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide during the sightseeing.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions as per the program by private vehicle.
– All taxes.
– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.