WELCOME TO EAST INDIA- ODISHA

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1 WELCOME TO EAST INDIA- ODISHA TRAVEL GUIDE Travel to Odisha (Orissa) - A preferred destination for tourists from across the globe, Odisha (Orissa) is a place where one finds an astute amalgamation of spirituality, religion, culture, art and nature. Tourists flocking Odisha (Orissa) get really enthralled having visited Konark -a masterpiece of ancient and medieval architecture, Puri- a land of pristine sea beaches and nature at her beautiful best. With a number of festivals and fairs also taking place round the year, Odisha (Orissa) stands as a true land of festivities where the tourists can never get bored of. With the spirit of Buddhism still haunting the very air of the state, Odisha (Orissa) is a place where the language of stone defeats human language. Traveling throughout Odisha (Orissa) is vivid and full of surprises. The destinations are easily accessible and well connected. The road network, though patchy in the deep remote stretches, is generally good with reasonable facilities. Bhubaneswar is the ideal gateway with air, rail and road links connecting it to major parts of India and also the important centers of the State.

2 Index Bhitarkanika Bhitarkanika is the second largest mangrove ecosystem in India after Sundabans. Currently it enjoys the status of being a National Park and it may soon b e designated as a bio-sphere reserve. Already in 2002 it has been declared as Ramsar site (wetland of international importance). It is habitat to more than 215 bird species including migrant birds, during winter, from central-asia and Europe. It is also the home for King Cobra, saltwater Crocodiles, Indian Python and water Monitor Lizard. Bhitarkanika is known for being a perfect place for eco-tourism. The floral diversity of Bhitarkanika wetland is considered to be the largest in India and the second largest after Papua New Guinea on the world map. Dangmal, Chandbali, Habalikhati, Dhamara, Gupti and Ekakula are some of the places here worth making a visit. Chandipur : Chandipur is one of the known tourist spots in Orissa. It is a sea resort on the eastern coast of India. It is famous for its beaches which are probably the shallowest beaches in the country. It might sound amusing but you can actually bike deep into the sea for approximately a mile. This is the unique feature of the beach. Beside, the tides come to the shore only four times day, that too at fixed intervals. The beach due to its unique attribute supports huge bio diversity. Horse shoe crab is found on the beach towards Mirzapur. There is also a flourishing fishing market and community nearby, at the confluence of the river Budhabalanga Bhubaneswar Bhubaneswar, the capital of Orissa, is also popularly known as the "Temple City of India". Being the seat of Tribhubaneswar or 'Lord Lingaraj', Bhubaneswar is an importan t Hindu pilgrimage centre. Hundreds of temples dot the landscape of the Old Town, which once boasted of more than 2000 temples. Bhubaneswar is the place where temple building activities of Orissan style flowered from its very inception to its fullest culmination extending over a period of over one thousand years. The new Bhubaneswar with its modern buildings and extensive infrastructure perfectly complements its historic surroundings. With facilities to cater to every type of visitor, Bhubaneswar makes an ideal tourist destination. Some of the important temples of Bhubaneswar are: the temples of Laxmaneswar, Satrughaneswar and Bharateswar (c. 6th century A.D.), Parsurameswar and Swarnajaleswar (c. 7th century A.D.), Vaital (c. 8th century A.D.), Mukteswar (c. 10th century A.D.), Brahmeswar, Rajarani and Lingaraj (c. 11th century A.D.) and Ananta Vasudeva (c. 13th century A.D.). Orissa state Museum, Tribal Museum & Handicrafts House.The other attractions of the city include Orissa State Museum, Tribal Research Museum on CRP Square and Kalanagar at Gandanumda ; Ekamra Kanan housing the biggest Rose Garden of Asia ; Pathani Samanta Planetarium and BDA Nicco Park.

3 Puri Puri is located on the eastern side of India in the province of Orissa. Lying on the coastal strip in the Puri district, the destination is 60 kilometre from the city of Bhubaneswar. This coastal city lies on the golden triangle of Orissa, connecting with Konark and Bhuba neswar. The city of Puri is known for its historic immemorial, sanctorum, architectural magnificence, balanced climate and divine significance. Counted among the most sacred pilgrim centres for Hindus in India, the destination is a seat of Lord of Universe, Jagannath, as per testimony of Skanda Purana. Honoured with the famous Jagannath shrine, the spiritual city is also known as Jagannath Puri. Positioned along the coast of Bay of Bengal, the city is one of the frequented tourist destinations in India. Gopalpur Gopalpur, also known as Gopalpur-on-sea, is situat ed in the Ganjam district of Orissa. Gopalpur is a beautiful and quiet beach destination situated in the Bay of Bengal in the State of Orissa, at a distance of about 16 km from Berhampur (Brahmapur), on the Howrah-Chennai main line. Gopalpur, situated at a distance of 170 km from Bhubaneswar, is mostly famous for its beach which is fringed by palms, casuarinas and plantations of coconut and cashew nut. Gopalpur has become a popular beach destination in Orissa famous for its sunrise views. *****************************************************************************************************

4 INDEX TOUR CODE PACAKGE NAME NIGHTS CITY COVERED CTGHDEO1 UNIQUE KALINGA 03 Bhubaneswar Puri CTGHDEO2 PURI SPECIAL 03 Puri CTGHDEO3 EAST INDIA GOLDEN TRIANGLE TOUR 04 Puri CTGHDEO4 ODISHA ADVENTURE TOUR 08 Bhubaneswar - Satkosia, Bhitarkanika Puri CTGHDEO5 BEST OF ODISHA TOUR 06 Bhubaneswar Gopalpur - Puri CTGHDEO6 BUDDHIST TOUR 06 Bhubaneswar CTGHDEO7 GOLDEN TRIANGLE TOUR 03 Bhubaneswar, Puri CTGHDEO8 GOLDEN TRIANGLE & CHILIKA LAKE 04 Bhubaneswar Puri TOUR CTGHDEO9 ODISHA TEMPLES & TRIBES TOUR 11 Puri Bhubaneshwar - Chilka Lake - Tapta Pani Gopalpur Jeypore Rayagada - Onukudelli CTGHDEO10 EXOTIC ODISHA 07 Bhubaneswar, Puri Sambalpur UNIQUE KALINGA - TOUR CODE: CTGHDEO1 Duration: 3 Nights / 4 Days Destination Covered: Bhubaneshwar 1Night+ Puri 2Night Day 01: Bhubaneswar Rly. Station / Airport Puri Meet & greet on arrival at BhubaneshwarAirport / Railway Station & transfer to Puri. On arrival check in to hotel.rest of the day free for own activities. Overnight stay will be at Puri. Day 02: Puri KonarkSightseeing In the morning visit the LordJagannathTemple built in 15th Century AD and crowned with Vishnu s wheel & flag dominate the landscape at Puri and also visit the famous SunTemple at Konark and enjoy the serenity of Chandrabhaga beach nearby. In the afternoon you can enjoy long stretch of golden beach, shallow enough to walk out a long distance, with superb surf. Evening free for shopping at Sea side where you can get some unique ornaments & showpieces made by Shell. Overnight stay will be at Puri. Day 03: Puri - Bhubaneswar (Enroute sightseeing) (65 kms / 2 hrs) After Breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to Bhubaneswar enroute visiting Sakhigopal temple, Pipli (the eplique village), Dhauli, Lingaraj Temple. On arrival check in to hotel. As per time visit &Nandankanan Zoo and caves.overnight stay will be at Bhubaneswar. Day 04: Bhubaneswar Hotel Bhubaneswar Rly. Station / Airport (65 kms / 2 hrs) After breakfast check out from hotel, transfer to BhubaneswarAirport / Railway Station for your onwards journey.

5 Package cost: par pax in INR ( CPAI) TYPE Extra Bed Extra Bed STANDARD 7,999 5,499 5,499 2,599 1,999 DELUXE 9,499 6,999 6,999 3,499 2,999 LUXURY 13,499 10,999 10,999 7,999 3,999 PURI SPECIAL ( TOUR CODE: CTGHDEO2) Duration: 3 Nights / 4 Days Destination Covered: Puri 3Night Day 01: Bhubaneswar Rly. Station / Airport Puri Meet & Greet on arrival at Bhubaneswar Airport / Railway Station,As per time visit Udaygiri&Khandagiri caves in Bhubneshwar& then drive to Puri. In the evening visit the Lord Jagannath Temple built in 15th Century AD and crowned with Vishnu s wheel & flag dominate the landscape at Puri. Overnight stay will be at Puri. Day 02: Puri KonarkSightseeing After Breakfast visit Pipili (the eplique village), Chandra Bhaga Beach, Konark Sun Temple.Evening free for shopping at Sea side where you can get some unique ornaments & showpieces made by Shell. Overnight stay will be at Puri. Day 03: Excursion to Chilika Lake (50 kms / 2 hrs) After breakfast start for day excursion to ChilikaLake (Place called Satpada). It s famous for Irrawaddy Dolphins. One can enjoy boating at Satpada (at own cost) and visit the lagoon where the lake meets with into Bay of Bengal. Evening back to Puri. Overnight stay will be at Puri. Day 04: Puri Bhubaneswar Rly. Station / Airport After breakfast transfer to Bhubaneswar Airport / Railway Station via Lingraj Temple (BBS) for your onwards journey. Package cost: par pax in INR (CPAI- Breakfast Basis Only) TYPE Extra Bed Extra Bed STANDARD 7,999 5,499 5,499 2,499 2,999 DELUXE 8,999 6,499 6,499 3,499 3,999 LUXURY 14,499 11,499 11,499 8,999 4,999 ***************************************************************************************************** EAST INDIA GOLDEN TRIANGLE TOUR - TOUR CODE: CTGHDEO3 Tour Duration : (04 Nights/05 Days)

6 Destinations Covered : Bhubaneswar - Puri - Konark - Chilka Lake- Bhubaneswar. Day 01 : Arrive Bhubaneshwar / Puri You will be picked up from Bhubaneshwar Airport/ Puri Railway station on arrival and transferred to Puri at your hotel for check in with a warm wlcome. Evening will be at leisure. Enjoy sunset at Puri/Balighai Beach. Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel. Day 02 : Visit to Chilka Lake from Puri Early morning you can enjoy the sunrise at the Puri/Balighai beach. After Break fast depart for Satpada one of the tourist points of Chilka Lake. Enjoy the boating (on own). Sighting of dolphins may be possible here. Evening back to your hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel. Day 03 : In Puri (Local Sightseeing) Today morning you will proceed for a visit to the world famous Jagannath Puri Temple for Morning Puja. Return to the hotel for break fast & proceed to visit the famous Sun Temple of Konark & Chandrabhaga Beach. In the after noon visit Artisans village of Raghurajpur. The village is famous for Patta Chitra work (paintings on Palm Leaves). Late in the afternoon free for shopping in the market of Purl famous for its Sambhaipuri Saris & Sea Shell handicrafts. Evening will be at your leisure. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel. Day 04 : Puri - Pipli - Bhubaneshwar - Nandankanan - Dhauli Puri Morning after breakfast proceed for a full day sight seeing to Pipli - Bhubaneshwar - Nandankanan. Enroute we visit the village of Pipli famous for its appliqué work. One can buy various handicrafts at Pipli Village.Proceed To Bubneswar and Visit The famous Lingaraj Temple and after Darshan you will visit the Mukteshwar Temple, Iskon Temple & and Raja Rani Temple.Post Lunch you will Visit The open air Zoo and sanctuary Nandan Kanan one of its only kind in East India. Later visit Khandagiri, Udaygiri caves and While returning to Puri we will halt at The famous Japanese Temple Of Dhauli. Return to Puri. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel. Day 05 : Departure in Bhubaneshwar Morning Checkout after Breakfast. Later you will be transferred to the Bhubaneshwar airport/ Puri Railway station for your journey to onward / Home destination. Package cost: par pax in INR ( CPAI) TYPE Extra Bed Extra Bed STANDARD 10,499 6,999 6,999 3,499 2,999 DELUXE 11,499 7,999 7,999 4,999 3,999 LUXURY 18,999 15,499 15,499 11,999 5,999 ***************************************************************************************************** ODISHA ADVENTURE TOUR TOUR CODE: CTGHDEO4 Tour Duration: (08 Nights / 09 Days)

7 Destinations Covered : Bhubaneswar - Anugul Satkosia - Bhitarkanika Puri - Hirapur - Pipli - Dhauli. Day 01 : Arrival at Bhubaneswar On arrival at Bhubaneswar airport met by our representative & transfer to hotel.later if time permit half day sightseeing of tribal museum ( closed on Monday ), Khandagiri & Udaigiri Jain caves ( oldest rock cut caves ). Overnight at Bhubaneswar Day 02 : Bhubaneswar - Anugul Satkosia Morning after breakfast drive to Satkosia via Anugul. On arrival check in to the tented accommodation. Afternoon short boat cruse to witness the crocodiles basking on river bank. Overnight in the Tent Day 03 : In Satkosia Morning take the boat cruise in Satkosia Gorge. And you can come across plenty of Mugger & Gharial basking along the sand banks. Afternoon trekking along the natures trail. Overnight in the Tent Day 04 : Satkosia Bhitarkanika Morning after breakfast drive to Rajnagar and take the boat cruise to Dangamal-hub of the sanctuary (45 minutes scenic cruise from Khola-entry point). Enjoying the Mangrove forest & crocodiles by boat cruise. Arrival at Dangmal and Check in at the Forest cottage. Overnight at Forest cottage. Day 05 : In Bhitarkanika Morning cruise to the Bird Sanctuary & trekking into the Hunting tower of the ancient King of kanika. (Trekk will be of 3/4 hrs) Back to resort. Later visit to Crocodile museum & Interpretation centre. Dinner & Overnight at Forest cottage. Day 06 : Bhitarkanika Puri After morning breakfast cruise back to Khola ( the exit point ) to have last look to natures paradise. Then drive back to Puri enroute visit Lalitgiri. Check in to the hotel. Then relax on the golden beach. Overnight at Puri Day 07 : Puri - Konark Puri Morning drive to konark to visit the Sun temple ( one of the world famous heritage site, also known as black pagoda ). Enroute visit Ramchandi temple & Chandrabhaga beach. Also visit to the Fishermens village. Return back to Puri. Evening visit of Lord Jagannath Temple (Non Hindus are not allowed) / Relax on the golden beach of Puri. Overnight at Puri. Day 08 : Puri - Hirapur - Pipli - Dhauli Bhubaneswar Morning drive back to Bhubaneswar enroute visit Pipli ( appliquã village ), Hirapur ( hypaethral temple of sixty four yoginis) & Dhauli ( the peace pagoda ). On arrival at Bhubaneswar check in to the hotel. Then visit to famous city temples including Parsurameswar, Mukteswar, Brahmeswar & Lingaraj. Overnight at Bhubaneswar Day 09 : Departure from Bhubaneswar Morning transfer from hotel to airport for onwards journey. Package cost: par pax in INR ( CPAI)

8 TYPE Extra Bed Extra Bed STANDARD 23,499 17,499 17,499 10,599 5,999 DELUXE 25,999 19,999 19,999 12,999 7,999 LUXURY 35,999 29,999 29,999 22,999 9,999 BEST OF ODISHA TOUR CTGHDEO5 Tour Duration : (06 Nights / 07 Days) Destinations Covered : Bhubaneswar - Dhauli - Pipli - Raghurajpur Puri - Konark - Chilika Gopalpur. Day 01 : Arrival at Bhubaneswar On arrival at Bhubaneswar airport met by our representative.then transfer to hotel.later half day sightseeing 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. Overnight at Bhubaneswar. Day 02 : Excursion to Diamond Triangle After breakfast drive to the diamond triangle of Odisha (Orissa) - Ratnagiri ( has a rich concentration of Buddhist antiquities ), Lalitgiri ( oldest Buddhist center of Odisha (Orissa) ) & Udaigiri ( largest Buddhist complexes in Odisha (Orissa) ). Return back to Bhubaneswar. Overnight at Bhubaneswar. Day 03 : Bhubaneswar - Dhauli - Pipli - Raghurajpur Puri Morning after breakfast drive to Puri enroute visit Dhauli ( the peace pagoda ), Pipli ( the applique work village ) & Raghurajpur ( artisan village ). On arrival at Puri check in to the hotel. Later visit to Jagannath temple ( non hindus are not allowed ) / Relax on the golden beach of Puri. Overnight at Puri. Day 04 : Puri - Konark Puri Morning after breakfast drive to Konark to visit the Sun temple ( one of the world famous heritage site ). Enroute visit to Ramchandi temple & Chandrabhaga beach. Return back to Puri. Evening visit to beach market. Overnight at Puri. Day 05 : Puri - Chilika Gopalpur Morning drive to Chilika lake at Barkul ( the largest Ramsar site of Asia and famous for its migratory birds coming from distance places ). Take the boat cruise to visit the birds island & temple island. Then proceed to Gopalpur and check in to the hotel. Overnight at Gopalpur Day 06 : Gopalpur Bhubaneswar Morning visit to Sonpur beach. Then drive back to Bhubaneswar and visit to Khandagiri & Udaigiri Jain caves ( oldest rock cut caves ). Overnight at Bhubaneswar. Day 07 : Departure from Bhubaneswar Morning check out from the hotel and transfer to airport for onwards journey. Package cost: par pax in INR ( CPAI)

9 TYPE Extra Bed Extra Bed STANDARD 15,999 11,499 10,999 6,499 3,999 DELUXE 18,499 13,999 13,499 8,999 4,999 LUXURY 25,499 20,999 20,499 15,999 6,999 BUDDHIST TOUR - Tour Code: CTGHDEO6 Tour Duration : (05 Nights / 06 Days) Destinations Covered : Bhubaneswar. Day 01 : Bhubaneshwar Upon Arrival at Bhubaneswar our Representative/ Tour Manager will Welcome you and Transfer to Hotel. Rest of the day free for own activities. Overnight. Day 02 : In Bhubaneshwar Full day city tour of Bhubaneswar Temples famous for beautiful architecture (One of the Most Important Temple, Mukteswar Temple, influenced by Buddhism) Later Odisha (Orissa) State Museum with lot of Buddhist Sculptors collected from different Budhist archeological sites of Odisha (Orissa) and Khandagiri & Udaygiri Jain Caves of 2nd Century B C. Overnight at hotel. Day 03 : In Bhubaneshwar Visit Dhauli Famous for Asokan Rock Edicts and Place where battle of Kalinga was Fought which made a great change of Ashok mind so that he became Buddhist. Also Visit Peace Pagada. Later visit Pipili appliqu? works and World heritage site Sun Temple of Konark (Watch the Buddhist influence on this temple) & Famous Jagannath Temple and Back to Bhubaneswar. Overnight at Hotel. Day 04 : In Bhubaneshwar Full day Excursion to Lalitigiri (Archeological site of a Buddhist Monastery from 4th to 8th Century AD) with Monastery parts and many votive Stupa, all different Buddhist sculptors with Chaita hall and a Huge stupa from where caskets of Budha's relic is available,ratnagiri,the Largest Buddhist monastery we have till know, flourished from 4th to 14th century AD with most of sculptors of Vajrayanic sect,hundred of Votive Stupa & brick Stupa and huge monastery. Later visit Udaygiri, Another huge Buddhist monastery which still under excavation, back to Bhubaneswar. Overnight at Hotel. Day 05 : In Bhubaneshwar Full day visit Kayam Hill Buddhist cave and Langudi Giri which one of recent excavation with ruins of Monastery, Stupas and lot of Mahayanic sculptors, Five Dhyani Buddhas. Back to Bhubaneswar. Overnight at Hotel Day 06 : In Bhubaneshwar Breakfast at hotel. Our Representative /Tour manager will give you departure transfer to Bhubaneswar airport/railway station for onwards journey. Package cost: par pax in INR ( CPAI)

10 TYPE Extra Bed Extra Bed STANDARD 12,499 8,499 8,499 4,499 1,999 DELUXE 16,999 12,999 12,999 8,999 3,999 LUXURY 18,499 14,499 14,499 9,499 4,999 GOLDEN TRIANGLE TOUR Tour Code: CTGHDEO7 Tour Duration : (03 Nights / 04 Days) Destinations Covered : BHUBANESWAR - KONARK PURI. Day 01 : ARRIVAL AT BHUBANESWAR On arrival at Bhubaneswar airport 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 : IN 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 Odisha (Orissa) 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 - KONARK 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 - RAGHURAJPUR - BHUBANESWAR & DEPARTURE Drive back to bhubaneswar enroute visit Raghurajpur ( Artisan village ).Then proceed to Bhubaneswar and transfer to airport to board the flight for onwards journey Package cost: par pax in INR ( CPAI) TYPE Extra Bed Extra Bed STANDARD 7,999 5,499 5,499 2,499 1,999 DELUXE 9,999 7,499 7,499 4,999 2,999 LUXURY 12,499 9,999 9,999 6,999 4,999 ***************************************************************************************************** GOLDEN TRIANGLE & CHILIKA LAKE TOUR- Tour Code: CTGHDEO8 Tour Duration : (04 Nights / 05 Days) Destinations Covered : Bhubaneswar - Konark Puri - Chilika - Raghurajpur.

11 Day 01 : Arrival at Bhubaneswar On arrival at Bhubaneswar airport 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 : In Bhubaneswar Morning after breakfast visit to famous city temples including Lingaraj, Parsurameswar, Mukteswar ( Mukteswar temple, one of the most beautiful 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 - Konark 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 - Chilika 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 - Raghurajpur - Bhubaneswar & Departure Drive back 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 to board the flight for onwards journey. Package cost: par pax in INR ( CPAI) TYPE Extra Bed Extra Bed STANDARD 10,499 6,999 6,999 3,499 1,999 DELUXE 12,999 9,499 9,499 5,999 2,999 LUXURY 16,999 13,599 13,499 9,999 4,999 *****************************************************************************************************

12 ODISHA TEMPLES & TRIBES TOUR- Tour Code: CTGHDEO9 Tour Duration : (11 Nights / 12 Days) Destinations Covered : Bhubaneshwar - Dhauli - Konark Puri - Chilka Lake Gopalpur - Taptapani Rayagada. Day 01 : Arrive Bhubaneshwar Arrive Bhubaneshwar; garland welcome; assistance and transfer to Hotel. Bhubaneshwar is the capital of the ancient kingdom of Odisha (Orissa), and is famous as the temple city of India. Travel through Odisha (Orissa) is a melange of art, architecture and long-established customs. City tour of Bhubaneswar, which has some stunning temples clustered around the Bindusagar Tank. Of the original 7000 only 500 remain dating from the 7th century to the 11th century AD. Of these the most outstanding is the 11th century Lingaraja Temple, which celebrates the zenith of Odisha (Orissa) art; and the late 10th century beautifully decorated Muktesvara Temple, which marks the end of the phase of temple building in Odisha (Orissa). Outside the city limits are the Udayagiri and Khandgiri caves, harking back to the time of Jain and Buddhist occupation of this region in the 2nd century BC. The Jain caves are among the earliest in India and all the caves were built or excavated during the 150 years before Christ. In contrast to the stark decor of the Jain caves, the Buddhist caves are decorated with excellent friezes and sculptures. O/n hotel Day 02 : Bhubaneshwar - Dhauli - Konark Puri On the drive to Konark (75km), we will stop at Dhauli where the Mauryan Emperor Ashoka renounced violence and embraced the teachings of Buddha. We visit the Peace Pagoda known as Shanti Stupa built in early 1970s by the Japanese. We also stop at two ancient rock edicts, today eclipsed by the presence of the Pagoda. Dating from 260BC they outline Ashoka's detailed instructions to his administrators to rule with gentleness and fairness. Our next stop is the colourful village of Pipili where we can see Orissan handicrafts, the speciality being the famous applique work. Visit to the Chariot of the Sun God temple, built by King Langula Narasimha Deva in the 13th century AD during the golden era of Orissan art. This temple, among the crowning works of Orissan architecture and sculpture, is sheer poetry in stone. Everyday the Sun God rises from the horizon, across the shimmering blue waters of the Bay of Bengal, and casts the warmth and luminosity of his revitalising rays on the sanctum sanctorum, circling the temple during the course of the day, illuminating the three brilliant images of the sun - in the morning, at mid-day and in the evening, as day makes way for the night. As you approach the water, you will see rising from the golden sandy beach, one of the country's most vivid archaeological treasures - the Surya Mandir (Sun Temple). For a millennium, this temple served as a beacon to the ancient and medieval mariners. Despite the fact that the Black Pagoda, as it was referred to by European soldiers who wanted to distinguish Konark from the whitewashed Jagannath Temple in Puri, lies in ruins, the structure is magnificent. Afternoon drive to Puri takes about 2hrs. O/n hotel. Day 03 : In Puri Puri is one of the four principal holy abodes in India, as well as a popular beach resort. It offers the rare experience of watching both the sunset and sunrise from the same beach. Pre- Dravidian and pre-aryan history relates that a tooth of Buddha was temporarily enshrined in Puri before being moved to Sri Lanka. Supporting the theory that Buddhism prevailed in this area, the Jagannath Temple, dedicated to the Lord of the Universe, and the main attraction in Puri, was believed to have originally been a stupa (pagoda). The extraordinary form, Jagannath takes in this temple, is said to be the unfinished work of the craftsman god, Vishvakarma. Angry at

13 Vishnu, he left his interpretation of the 'Lord of the Universe' incomplete. O/n hotel. Day 04 : Puri - Chilka Lake The drive to Chilka Lake takes us through picturesque countryside and charming villages. Chilka lies in the heart of coastal Odisha (Orissa). Spread over 1,100 sq km, this is the country's largest lake. Dotted with islands, Chilka has a rich variety of aquatic life and is a bird watcher's paradise, particularly when migratory birds arrive in winter. Sunset and sunrise are memorable experiences here. O/n Guest House Day 05 : Chilka Lake Gopalpur Rising early we visit the lake to view the avian life and the Kalijai Temple, abode of the presiding deity of the lake, located on a tiny island. In winter the lake attracts migratory bird from Iran, Central Asia, and as far as Siberia. We will also be able to watch the fishermen at work, who come here in search of prawns, mackerel and crabs. After breakfast we drive to Gopalpur-on- Sea, an ancient seaport not often visited by tourists. Sand dunes, groves of coconut palm and casuarinas separate the small town from the beach. O/n resort Day 06 : Gopalpur Taptapani Morning, relax at the hotel; afternoon drive to Taptapani (150km). Luxuriate in the small hot springs in this peaceful village: water from the hot sulphur springs, discovered here in a forest setting, is channelled to a pool for bathing. There is a shrine of goddess Kandhi inside the original pool, which is believed to cure infertility. You may also like to visit Chandragiri, 36km away, where a community of Tibetan refugees resides, and supports itself by weaving carpets. O/n Inspection Bungalow Day 07 : Taptapani Rayagada Odisha (Orissa) has the third highest concentration of tribes in India, and because of the remoteness of the area where they live these tribes are untouched by modern ways of life. Each has a distinct language and pattern of social and religious customs. Though economically challenged and a very low rate of literacy, the tribal groups have highly developed artistic skills as seen in their body paintings, ornaments, weaving and wall paintings. Music and dance also are an integral part of their ceremonies and seasonal festivals. During the next few days we will be visiting some of these tribal settlements. On the 220km drive today we will stop at the villages of the Saoras, a major tribe who live in hilly areas. In contrast to other tribes who live in clans, the Saoras live in extended families descended from a common ancestor. The village is administered by a headman assisted by a religious leader and village shamans (medicine men), who are able to communicate with deceased ancestors. The walls of the mud houses are decorated with remarkable paintings and traditional designs. Monday is the market day for this tribe so we will have time to wander through the tribal market. O/n hotel. Day 08 : Rayagada - Kothgarh Rayagada The excursion today takes us to the Kothgarh tribal area (180km). The inhabitants speak Kuvi - a language derived from the Dravidian strain of Southern India. Human sacrifice has now been replaced with animal sacrifice, offering sacrificial blood to their supreme goddess, represented by a piece of wood or stone, to ensure fertility of the soil. The members of this tribe still use bows and arrows to protect themselves from wild animals. Tuesday is the market day. Return to Rayagada. O/n hotel. Day 09 : Rayagada Jeypore Drive to Jeypore (250km/7hrs) through Chatikona, visiting a few Dongariya Kondh villages en route. O/n hotel. Day 10 : Jeypore Onukudelli The area we visit today is the home of the approximately 6000 members of fierce Bondas (naked people) of Tibetan-Burmese origin. They live in remote hills and keep themselves isolated. Bondas grow rice by shifting cultivation and domesticate cows and goats and can only be seen when they come to trade at the local market. Therefore, we must time our visit to coincide with the weekly market-day on Thursday. The Bonda women are conspicuous with their bead necklaces,

14 striking brass and silver necklets, and their shaved heads decorated with plaits of Palmyra leaves. We will also visit the colourful Gadabas, a Munda tribe who speak in an Austro-Asiatic dialect. O/n at Inspection Bungalow in Machkund near Onukudelli. Day 11 : Onukudelli - Gupteswar Jeypore A day excursion to Gupteswar (140km) to visit the caves, which are believed to have been the refuge of Lord Rama during his fourteen years of exile, and the place where he worshiped Shiva. On the way we will visit a few Dhuruba villages. Return to Jeypore. O/n hotel. Day 12 : Jeypore - Vishakhapatnam Today we leave hotel early in the morning at 0600hr and drive to Vishakhapatnam (210km/4hrs.) and straightaway transfer to airport for flight to Delhi. Late night transfer to the International airport Package Price on Request basis EXOTIC ODISHA Tour Code: CTGHDEO10 Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days Destination Covered: Bhubaneshwar 1N, Puri 2N, Bhitarkanika 2Nt, Chandipur 2Nt Day 01: Arrival at Bhubaneswar On arrival at Bhubaneswar Airport /Railway station transfer to hotel.if time permits visit to Tribal museum ( closed on Monday ), Udaigiri & Khandagiri caves meant for jaina monastics dated to 1st Century BC. Back to hotel. Overnight in Bhubaneswar. Day 02: Bhubaneswar Puri Drive to Puri.Enroute visit to Dhauli famous for its (Peace Pagoda & Asokan rock edict),pipli for its ( applique village), Raghurajpur ( Artisans Village ).On arrival at Puri check into the hotel.in the evening visit to Golden Beach for relaxa tion.back to hotel. Overnight in Puri. Day 03: Puri- Chilika lake at Satpada - Puri Early morning visit to Lord Jagannath Temple to pay homage to lord of universe ( Non Hindus are not allowed inside the temple premises ). later on drive to Chilika lake at Satpada famous for its largest brackish water lake in Asia.Take a boat cruise to get a glimpse of beautiful Irrawaddy dolphins ( Pay there directly).back to Puri.Overnight in Puri. Day 04: Puri- Sun Temple at Konark- Bhubaneswar Drive to Konark famous for its Sun Temple which is now a World Heritage monument, Konark Museum (closed on Friday). Enroute visit to Ramchandi Temple. Visit to Chandrabhaga Beach for relaxation. Later drive down to Bhubaneswar and connect the train to Sambalpur. Overnight train. (20:20 Boarding time) Day 05: In & around Sambalpur It is the place famous for Sambalpuri Sarri (Ikat design) and Samaleswari Temple. Arrival transfer to the hotel. After refreshment can be visited weavers family to buy and witness traditional weaving family and their various design work. In the afternoon you can visit Hirakud Dam and enjoy the beautiful scenic panoramic from the top. In the evening you can visit the city and Handlooms society. Overnight. Day 06: Sambalpur- Leaning Temple Huma-Sambalpur In the morning must visit Mata Samaleswari Temple at the river bank of Mahanadi. Having breakfast proceed to visit most interesting temple at Huma, Known as Leaning Temple. Overnight stay at Sambalpur. Day 07: Sambalpur-Bhubaneswar (08:40 Boarding time in the morning) After breakfast assistance on departure transfer to the Railway station for Bhubaneswar. Overnight Day 08: Departure Transfer for onward journey.

15 Assistance for departure transfer to Bhubaneswar airport for onward journey. Package cost: par pax in INR ( CPAI) TYPE Extra Bed Extra Bed STANDARD 18,499 12,999 12,999 7,499 4,999 DELUXE 21,499 15,999 15,999 10,999 6,999 LUXURY 25,999 20,499 20,499 15,499 8,999 Hotel list of all location DESTINATION LUXURY DELUXE STANDARD PURI Mayfair or Golden Sands Resort or Reba Beach Resort or BHUBANESHWAR Swosti Premium or Hotel Hindustan Hotel Presidency or International or Smilar CHILKA LAKE TAPTA PANI GUEST HOUSE GOPALPUR Mayfair Palm Beach Swosti Palm Resort or Swosti Palm Resort or Resort or JEYPORE RAYAGADA ONUKUDELLI BHITARAKANIKA Empires Paradip or Golden Anchor or Golden Anchor or SATKOSIA Luxury Tent or Deluxe Tent or Standard Tent or SAMBALPUR Niiki Resorts Niiki Resorts Niiki Resorts INLCUSION / EXCLUSION SERVICE INCLUDE All accommodation as per hotels mentioned. in base category rooms Daily Buffet/ fixed Menu Breakfast in all Package. Air-conditioned car ( Indica /Indigo for 2-4 Pax Ertiga or Tavera for 5-6 Pax With Child SERVICE EXCLUDE Air fare / train fare. Any meals other then those specified in Cost Includes. Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls,laundry, liquor etc. Any other item not specified in cost includes % Government service tax.

16 For Sightseeing as per the tour itinerary only. Guide & Entrance fees during sightseeing Jeep safari & Elephant Ride ( Depends on Park Note: All above package price valid till Jun 2018 & subject to availability at the time of confirmation!!! ***Peak season surcharge applicable during Rath Yatra festivel in Odisha Booking/Payment procedure We request you to send us the booking through with the following details. 1. Itinerary name & number 2. Number of guest with breakup of number of rooms DBL/TRPL Child With Bed (CWB), & Child No Bed (CNB) 3. Arrival & Departure date with flight/train details Once we received the booking. We will send you the confirmation with dead line of payment which is 50 % of Total tour cost to reconfirm the booking and final payment has to be settled 7 days prior to arrival date. in case the arrival date is within 7 days full payment required to re confirm the booking. Payment Mode: Payment can be remitted through any of the following modes and subject to realization. a) Demand Draft in favor of Leisure Travels payable at Odisha b) At per cheque: issue in the name of Leisure Travels and may deposit in your nearest Bank Branch. c) Bank Transfer ( NEFT/RTGS) d) On request by digital invoice to make payment through Debit/Credit Card. Note: in case any remittance/ Card fee, that has to bear by you. Amendment: Amendment of booked tour will be treated as Cancellation. However, minor amendments can be made on the payment of a communication charge of INR OR actual raised by the providers, which will vary from case to case. Amendment in number of Guest: In case of reduction in the number of passengers, the cost will be increased as per our tariff and the supplement for the same has to be added along with the final payment. In such cases, please note that the advance deposit for the passengers not traveling cannot be adjusted or redeemed Cancellation: After the receipt of advance payments, if the tour is cancelled for the reasons attributable to the inconveniences of the tourists, payments will be refunded to the extent as follows: 7 days or less before the tour commencement date: No refund 7 days to 30 days: 25% of the paid amount 31 days to 60 days: 50% of the amount 61 days to 90 days: 75% of the amount Refund: Refund against Amendment and Cancellations will be paid directly to the source through whom the client is booked. It would take at least 15 days to process such Refund. However, there is NO REFUND for any unutilized services example meals, entrance fee, optional, hotel, sightseeing, transportation (surface / air). All refund made will be in INR (Indian Rupees).