Package

Tribal Tour of Orissa

Theme type: Heritage & Culture

About

Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, is a bustling metropolis with a rich cultural and historical heritage. Once the Gateway to India, its Victorian architecture and vibrant streets attract tourists from around the world. Explore iconic landmarks like the Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, and Dakshineswar Kali Temple. Situated on the Hooghly River, Kolkata also boasts the impressive Vidyasagar Setu bridge. A visit to Kolkata offers a unique blend of history, culture, and architectural beauty.

Unique Experiences

·     Immerse yourself in the colorful markets where ancient traditions and vibrant culture come alive

·         Marvel at the architectural wonder of the 13th-century Konark Sun Temple.

·         Relax in the natural hot sulphuric spring at Taptapani.

·         Experience the traditional Gadaba dance, a rare glimpse into tribal culture

·         Relax on the stunning beaches of Puri

Destinations

Kolkata Day 1-2
Visakhapatnam Day 2-3
Jeypore Day 3-7
Rayagada Day 7-9
Gopalpur Day 9-10
Bhubaneswar Day 10-13
Puri Day 13-15
Kolkata Day 15-17

The best time to visit

Kolkata October to March
Visakhapatnam October to March.
Bhubaneswar October to mid March
Puri October to February
Rayagada October to February
Gopalpur October to February
Jeypore October to February
Day 1
Day 01 || Arrive Kolkata

On your arrival to Kolkata, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your respective hotel. Stay for the night in that hotel.

Day 2
Day 02 || Kolkata / Vishakhapatnam || By Train – HWH YPR Express: Dep: 2035 Hrs / Arr: 1040 Hrs

The next morning you have to transfer to the railway station to catch a train to Vishakhapatnam. On your arrival at Vishakhapatnam station first transfer to a hotel.  Overnight on the Board.

Day 3
Day 03 || Vishakhapatnam / Jeypore || 260 Kms – 5.3 hrs

Upon arrival, directly drive to drive to Jeypore. Check in at the nearby hotel and spend the rest of the day in leisure related activities. Jeypore is the commercial nerve center of Koraput districts. It is blessed with waterfalls and forests. It also has a mix of colorful wild life. Jeypore has all the facilities that you need for a convenient stay. You can also visit the places of interest in and around the city. Stay in the hotel for the rest of the night.

Day 4
Day 04 || Jeypore

Take a morning excursion to Onkudeoli to visit the Bonda and Gadaba Tribal Market. This market is held only on Thursday. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 5
Day 05 || Jeypore

Keep this day for the Paraja Tribes at the biggest market at Kundli. Reach the hotel at night and rest properly.

Day 6
Day 06 || Jeypore

The 6th day of the tribal tour of Orissa should be planned in such a way so that you can go for a morning excursion in Jeypore that involves hiking to the Gadaba villages. Here, do not forget to enjoy the Gadaba dance. Overnight stay at hotel.


Day 7
Day 07 || Jeypore / Rayagada || 175 Kms – 4 Hrs

The next trip is to Rayagada. Take your breakfast and then drive to Rayagada. On the way visit the market of the Paraja people, Jagannath temple and tribal museum. Overnight stay at the hotel at Rayagada.

Day 8
Day 08 || Rayagada

The morning excursion in Rayagada involves a full day hiking in the Dongariya Kondh villages. In these villages, you will witness women wearing dresses of white cotton togas. They also dress themselves with a flashy array of hairpins, ornaments, ear and nose rings and geometric tattoos.

Day 9
Day 09 || Rayagada – Saura Tribal – Taptapani _ Gopalpur || 270 Kms – 7 Hrs

The next morning, drive to Gopalpur enroute visit Saura Tribal Villages & Taptapani – the hot sulphuric spring.  Upon arrival to Gopalpur, check into the hotel. Rest of the time free at leisure to explore Gopalpur beach. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10
Day 10 || Goaplpur – Chilka Lake – Bhubaneshwar || 180 Kms – 4.3 Hrs

After breakfast, check out & drive to Bhubneshwar enroute visit Chilka lake at Barkul. Boat ride at Chilka lake to vist temple island. Later drive is all that you have waited for. Bhubaneshwar is popularly known as the "temple metropolis of India''. Bhubaneshwar is the capital of Orissa. It is famous for homing the world renowned Lingaraja Temple. It is one of the most planned cities in India. Overnight stay and relax at your hotel.

Day 11
Day 11 || Bhubaneshwar

Keep the next morning for an excursion to the different sites of Bhubaneshwar. These tourist attractions include the 2nd century B.C. Jain monk caves at the twin hills of Khandagiri and Udaygiri, the tribal museum,etc. Overnight at Bhubaneswar.

Day 12
Day 12 || Bhubaneshwar

The next day after taking your breakfast, visit the metal village at Sadeibarini and also the textile weaving villages of Nuapatna and Dokhra. Dhokra casting is a type of metal casting. It is basically a folk craft and is practiced in a few villages of Orissa. Drive to Baliguda after breakfast. Baliguda is in the district of Phulbani. It is a beautiful countryside full of small mountains of Sal forest. It is one of the entry points to the tribal highland of Orissa. On the way you can visit weavers village at Itamati and some of the typical villages in Orissa. Arrive at the hotel in the evening. Overnight you can stay in Baliguda or stay at a hotel in Bhubaneswar

Day 13
Day 13 || Bhubaneswar / Puri || 70 Kms – 2 hrs

Drive to Puri the next morning, stopping at Heerapur, Pipli, Dhauli, and Konark. Dhauli, where Emperor Ashoka embraced Buddhism, features the Shanti Stupa and Asokan Rock Edicts. Explore Pipli’s vibrant handicrafts and the Konark Sun Temple, an architectural marvel built in the 13th century. Arrive at your hotel in Puri by night and stay overnight.

Day 14
Day 14 || Puri

Spend the next day in Puri again and visit some of the renowned locales. The best attraction of Puri are the sea beaches. The fine white sands of Puri beaches turn tourists spellbound. These beaches are the favorite spots even for pilgrims. They take their traditional purification dip over here. It is worth watching the spectacle of dazzling sunrise and sunset.

Day 15
Day 15 || Puri – Kolkata || By Train: Puri HWH Express (Dep: 2215 hrs Arr: 0705 hrs)

After breakfast, rest of the time free at leisure. Having the lifetime experience in your tribal tour of Orissa, the 15th day is the day of transfer to the railway station to catch an overnight train to Kolkata.

Day 16
Day 16 || Arrival Kolkata

On your arrival to Kolkata do transfer to your hotel. During this time you may keep half of the day for a city tour covering Victoria Memorial, BBD Bag, Birla Planetarium, Indian Museum, etc. Stay the night over in your hotel and get ready to leave the city the next day.


Day 17
Day 17 || Kolkata - Departure

After breakfast check out & transfer to the International Airport for your respective destination.

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