ODISHA TRAVEL BAZAAR OCT 5-7, 2018 BHUBANESWAR, ODISHA PRE - EVENT FAM TOUR 02 04, October 2018 ITINERARIES
FAM Tour Itinerary for Odisha Travel Bazaar 2018 Government of Odisha in association with FICCI is organizing the Second Odisha Travel Bazaar (OTB) on October 05-07, 2018 at Bhubaneswar, Odisha. ODISHA TRAVEL BAZAAR OCT 5-7, 2018 BHUBANESWAR, ODISHA Odisha Travel Bazaar 2018 will be organised to discuss and showcase the true potential of Odisha as a tourist destination. The USP of the Summit would be the exclusive focus on the business of inbound and Domestic tourism, Prefixed, Structured, Organized Buyer Seller Meet spread over two days - transacting and capitalizing on business opportunities between International, Domestic buyers and Sellers of Odisha Tourism Products at the booths of the Sellers. There will be 60 foreign Tour Operators and 10 leading Domestic Tour Operators from across India participating as Hosted Buyers along with 10 leading investors from various sectors from across India. The Tourism fraternity of Odisha comprising of Hotels and Tour Operators will be promoting the Tourism products of Odisha as Sellers. This year an exclusive pre event Familiarization (FAM) Trip is being organized for the participating Hosted Buyers to enable them to gain a first-hand experience and increase their product and destination knowledge.
FAM 1 - Buddhist Sites and Golden Triangle 2 Nights 3 Days BHUBANESWAR PURI KONARK LALITGIRI- RATNAGIRI-BHITARKANIKA The FAM Tour I starts from Bhubaneswar will cover Buddhist Sites and Golden Triangle. Covering Dhauli (Shanti Stupa) a historical place associated with famous Kalinga War and Peace (3 rd century BC); Raghurajpur famous for Pattachitra paintings and a Heritage Village; Jagannath Temple, Konark Sun Temple is a world heritage monument known worldwide for its grandeur and artistic excellence. Lalitgiri, Ratnagiri & Udayagiri a major Buddhist complex in the Indian state of Odisha comprising major stupas, esoteric Buddha images, and monasteries, one of the oldest sites in the region followed by Boat ride and National Park visit. Day 1 October 2, 2018 (Tuesday) 0800 Hrs Leave Bhubaneswar Dhauli Dhauli is a historical place associated with famous Kalinga War and Peace (3 rd century BC).The great Mauryan King Asoka had written here in his Edicts, about the people of Kalinga with an elephant figure atop. In the year 1972 a Shatni Stupa -the reminiscence of Buddhism is constructed here to spread the message of peace and brotherhood. 0900 Hrs Leave Dhauli for Raghurajpur, Enroute visit Pipili Raghurajpur is famous for Pattachitra paintings and a Heritage Village 1200 Hrs Break Noon for Puri Puri-the holy city famous for the shrine of Lord Jagannath and pristine Beach Visit some properties on beach front Beach, Temple Visit and Lunch 1500 Hrs Leave for Konark
1615 Hrs - 1815 Hrs Sun Temple Visit The 13th century Konark Sun Temple is a world heritage monument known worldwide for its grandeur and artistic excellence. The nearby lonely virgin Beach Chandrabhaga is another attraction. Light & Sound show at Konark & Halt* Day 2 October 3, 2018 (Wednesday) 0800 Hrs Leave for Lalitgiri (Buddhist Sites ) Lalitgiri is a major Buddhist complex in the Indian state of Odisha comprising major stupas, esoteric Buddha images, and monasteries, one of the oldest sites in the region 1030 Hrs 1100 Hrs - 1230 Hrs 1330 Hrs 1500 Hrs - 1600 Hrs 1600 Hrs - 1800 Hrs 1830 Hrs. Tea at Pathrajpur Visit Lalitgiri Site The Ruins of Earliest Buddhist Site of India (3 rd century B.C to 13 th century A.D.) having number of Buddhist monuments Relic Caskets found here from the Mahastupa. Arrive at Ratnagiri for Lunch Ratnagiri Site Visit A famous Buddhist site having Mahastupa, Monasteries, museum and Vajrayana pantheons amidst picturesque hilltop Udayagiri Site Visit A unique Buddhist Site that tells the story of rise and fall of Buddhism from 2nd century BC to 13th century A.D. Number of Stupas and Monasteries are there to know the leaf of culture and civilization in picturesque Valley. Back to Pathrajpur for Night Stay
Day 3 October 4, 2018 (Thursday) 0800 Hrs Leave for Bhitarkanika Arrive at Dangamal and visit to hotels. 1000 Hrs - 1500 Hrs Arrive & Board the Boat at Dangamal Jetty. Nature Camp, Orientation Centre and FRH. Lunch at Hotel. Bhitarkanika is famous for its Bio-diversity, one of the largest crocodile sanctuaries and Olive Ridley Turtles. The Boat ride itself is a thrilling experience. 1600 Hrs Leave Dangamal for Bhubaneswar 1900 Hrs. Arrive at Bhubaneswar
FAM 2 - Golden Triangle Chilika - Gopalpur 2 Nights 3 Days BHUBANESWAR KONARK PURI CHILIKA GOPALPUR - BHUBANESWAR This FAM tour will cover exclusively the Golden Triangle of Odisha which is an incredible travel destination of Odisha. The Golden triangle includes exquisite beaches, historical monuments and heritage, wonderful international level handicrafts and applique villages and beautiful sites for migratory bird watching. The tour starts from Bhubaneswar visiting Dhauli Shanti Stupa covering Puri, Konark, Chilika, Raghurajpur and Manglajodi and coming back to Bhubaneswar to see the Khandagiri and Udayagiri Caves. Day 1 October 2, 2018 (Tuesday) 0800 Hrs 0900 Hrs 1130 Hrs - 1300 Hrs 1330 Hrs - 1430 Hr 1500 Hrs Leave Bhubaneswar for Dhauli Dhauli is a historical place associated with famous Kalinga War and Peace (3 rd century BC). The 13 th century Rock Edict of King Asoka is found here which tells about the people of Kalinga with an elephant figure atop. In 1972 a Shatni Stupa -the reminiscence of Buddhism is constructed here to spread the message of peace and brotherhood among humanity. Leave Dhauli for Konark Konark is a small town in Puri district in the state of Odisha, India. It lies on the coast by the Bay of Bengal, 65 kilometers from the state capital of the state, Bhubaneswar. Enroute Visit Hirapur famous for 64 Yoginis. Sun Temple Visit The Sun Temple Konark is a 13th-century World Heritage Monument. It is a poetry in stone built by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty. Lunch at Konark Yatrinivas Leave for Puri Puri is a celebrated pilgrimage centre and one of the 4 holiest dhams in India. The city is famous for pristine beach on the Bay of Bengal, 60 kilometres south of the state capital of Bhubaneswar
1545 Hrs - 1815 Hrs Arrive at Puri Beach and Temple Visit. Also visit some of the important properties along the beach front Halt at Puri Day 2 October 3, 2018 (Wednesday) 0800 Hrs 0900 Hrs - 1000 Hrs 1000 Hrs 1200 Hrs. 1200 Hrs - 1600 Hrs Leave for Raghurajpur A Rural Tourism Hub (Craft Village) Raghurajpur is a heritage crafts village in Puri district, Odisha, known for its master Pattachitra painters, an art form which dates back to 5 BC and is the birth place of Goipua dance forms, the precursor to the Indian classical dance form of Odissi. 9 km from Puri Raghurajpur Craft Village Leave for Barkul via Rameswar Arrive at Barkul Swosti Chilika Resort Visit Chilika and Lunch Chilika lake is a brackish water lagoon, spread over 1100 sm.mtr area covering Puri, Khurda and Ganjam districts of Odisha on the east coast of India, famous for migratory birds and dolphins 1600 Hrs 1800 Hrs. Leave for Gopalpur Gopalpur is a beach, 16 kms from Berhampur on Bay of Bengal. Once a commercial port, it is now a famous sea beach and tourist destination famous for its serenity and tranquility Arrive at Gopalpur Visit Beach
Day 3 October 4, 2018 (Thursday) 0800 Hrs Leave for Mangalajodi Mangalajodi is a small village in between Tangi and Balugaon at Chilika. Scenic beauty of this village and its vast wetland attracts the visitors and migratory birds 1000 Hrs - 1100 Hrs. Visit Mangalajodi 1130 Hrs. Leave for Bhubaneswar 1300 Hrs. Arrive at Bhubaneswar 1330 Hrs. Lunch at Hotel 1630 Hrs. - 1800 Hrs. Visit to Khandagiri and Udayagiri Caves Udayagiri & Khandagiri Caves is one of the earliest groups of Jain rock-cut shelters, the caves of Udayagiri (Hill of Sunrise) and Khandagiri (Broken Hills) command a unique position in the field of history, rock-cut architecture, art and religion. Visit Tribal Museum at Bhubaneswar 1830 Hrs. Leave for Dhauli Light & Sound Show 1900 Hrs. Dhauli Light and Sound Show 1945 Hrs. Halt at Bhubaneswar
FAM 3 - TRIBAL TOUR 3 Nights 3 Days BHUBANESWAR RAYAGADA JEYPORE ONKADELI - BHUBANESWAR Of all the states of India, Orissa has the largest number of tribes, as many as 62. in terms of percentage they constitute an impressive 24 percent of the total population of the state. These tribes mainly inhabit the Eastern Ghats hill range, which runs in the north-south direction. The weekly markets or HAAT is also a life line for Tribes where they batter their weekly needs and it is a fantastic sit for the tourists also and are worth visit. This FAM trip revolves around these life and culture of Tribal Odisha and will try to bring the beauty of Tribal Odisha to the visitors. Day 1 October 2, 2018 (Tuesday) 1930 Hrs Leave Bhubaneswar for Rayagada (By Train: Hirakhand Express) Day 2 October 3, 2018 (Wednesday) 0510 Hrs Arrival at Raygada (Freshen up & breakfast) 0900 Hrs. Leave for Chatikona Area (Tribal Market - Dongria Kondh and Desia Kondh) covering 45 kms. 1000 Hrs. 1200 Hrs. Arrival at Chatikona Visit to the most interesting Chatikona tribal market where they come all the way to sale their home made traditional materials. In this market one can meet interesting Dongria & other tribal communities who come to this market to buy their weekly needs. Back to Raygada. 1300 Hrs. Lunch in the Hotel
1430 Hrs. Leave for Jeypore (125 Kms), 1700 Hrs Arrival Jeypore and Visit some properties Day 3 October 4, 2018 (Thursday) 0700 Hrs. Leave for Ankadeli (Tribal Village) (70Kms) 0900 Hrs. Arrival Ankadeli In the morning visit to the most interesting Bonda tribal market at Ankadeli where they come all the way from the hills to sale their home made traditional products. 1000 Hrs 1100 Hrs - Hi-Tea 1300 Hrs Arrive Simliguda & lunch 1430 Hrs Leave Simliguda Arrive Simiguda. Fresh up & Dinner at Rayagada 2200 Hrs. Leave Hotel to board the train (Hirakhand Express) at Rayagada and board the Train at 2230 Hrs. Day 4 October 5, 2018 (Friday) 0825 Hrs. Arrival at Bhubaneswar
TRAVEL BAZAAR SECRETARIAT Dr. R K Pattanayak Tourist Officer (HQ) Department of Tourism, Paryatan Bhawan, Government of Odisha, Bhubaneswar Odisha- 751012 Tel - 0674-2432597 Mob:9437482729 Email: oritour@gmail.com, rkp303@yahoo.com Website: www.odishatourism.gov.in Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry Phone: +91-11-23487490/23311720/23322539, 23487575 (New Delhi) +91-674-2540680 (Odisha) Email: rahul.chakravarty@ficci.com, manish.ahuja@ficci.com, Samanda.syiem@ficci.com, Anirban.chaterjee@ficci.com sanjeev.mohanty@ficci.com; pinky.poddar@ficci.com Web: www.odishatravelbazar.com