12 Nights /
13 Days
Assistance on arrival-transfer to the hotel. Later visit Bhubaneswar -famous as the Temple City where at present there are about 700 ancients temples. The most important temples of Bhubaneswar are Parasurameswar Temple (7th Cenutry AD), Mukteswar Temple (10th Century AD), Rajarani Temple (11th Century AD ) and Lingaraj Temple (11th Century AD). (Non Hindus are not allowed to enter the premises of Lingaraj Temple). Overnight at hotel in Bhubaneswar.
(260 Kms 06hrs day excursion) Ratnagiri-L alitgiri & Udayagiri- ancient Buddhist ruins)
Drive to Puri, en route visiting Dhauli (Buddhist Shanti stupa), Pipili (patch-work craft village) & Raghurajpur (artisan village). Overnight at Puri.
Day excursion to visit Sun Temple at Konark and a fishing village. Overnight at hotel in Puri.
Drive to Gopalpur, en route visit typical Odishan villages, Boat cruise at the lagoon to explore migratory birds on the island, later drive to Gopalpur-on-Sea.
Drive to Rayagada, en route visit Taptapani, hot sulpheric spring, and Saura tribal villages.Overnight at hotel in Rayagada.
Drive to Bisamkatak 55km to visit weekly market of Desia Kondh tribe at Dukum, later visit traditional craft village, after lunch soft walk on Niyamgiri hills to visit the original Dongaria Kondh hamlets on special permit. Overnight at Rayagada. (Weekly market only on Tuesdays).
Wednesday morning drive to Chhatikona, the weekly, colourful Dongaria Kondh market. Dongari's come down with their forest produce to sell/ barter with non-tribals, an interesting event to watch. Drive to Jeypore and check-in to the hotel. (Weekly markets only on Wednesdays).
Thursday drive to Onkudelli, the most interesting market of Bondos / Gadabas /Didayees, later visit Ollar Gadaba tribal villages & back to hotel. Overnight at hotel in Jeypore. (Weekly markets). only on Thursdays).
After breakfast drive to Kanger Valley National Park in Bastar (Chhattisgarh). Bastar is blessed with green forests, mountains and valleys, rivers, waterfalls, caves and rich, diverse wildlife and unique tribal population. Each tribe has its own distinct dress, culture and way of life: they are easily differentiated by their specific costumes, jewellery, etc. Explore the natural surroundings and visit the tribal people. The National Park is full of wildlife and beautiful, scenic surroundings. Explore the limestone caves, known for stalagmite and stalactite formations. Also visit the Tirathgarh Fall. On way back back visit the Tokapal weekly market. Overnight at hotel.
Morning check out from hotel and drive to Kanker. Today’s sightseeing includes visit to thick woods of Keshkal Ghat bordering Bastar. On the way visit Kondagaon that is home to Bastar’s exquisite handicrafts, its excellent craft work in bell metal, wood, wrought iron and bamboo. The major attraction is the Kanker Palace. Built in the first quarter of the 20th Century, set in a beautifully landscaped garden, it was earlier known as Radhanivas Bagicha. It served as the residence of the political agent during the British period. With its colonial architecture, part of the palace is home to the erstwhile royal family and the right wing has been developed to host Guests.Overnight at Kanker Palace.
Morning, after breakfast, drive to to visit a Muria tribe village. Spend time in the village walking ,meeting people etc. Picnic lunch at the village. Return to Kanker Palace after enjoying a local tribal market. Overnight at Palace.
After breakfast proceed to Raipore Airport for onward journey.