Day Trip to Puri-Konark
Overview
Odisha – Odisha is Situated in a north eastern part of India and surrounded by the bay to Bengal to the east, West Bengal and Jharkhand to the North, Chhattisgarh to the West, and Telangana and Andhra Pradesh to the South. Odisha formerly known Orissa as the name of the state was officially changed from Orissa to Odisha in late 2011. Orissa is famous for its ancient and heritage Hindu temples, tribal cultures, Wildlife and Beaches. Orissa is widely recognized for its decorative work, pottery and exquisite silver filigree ornamentation. Orissa has a wide variety of dances specially in tribal area. Odissi dance is one of the classical dances of Orissa.
Bhubaneswar is a capital of the State which is a home to hundreds of heritage Hindu Temples, notably the intricately-carved Mukteshvara Temple. The 11th century’s Lingaraj Temple complex is set around sacred Bindusagar Lake. The Odisha State Museum is focused on the area’s history and environment.
Tour Highlights: Explore the Temples of Puri & Konark
Itinerary
Day 1: Bhubaneswar – Konark – Puri (175 km/5-6 hour’s drive)
Pick-up the guests from Bhubaneswar airport/ Railway Station in the morning. Meet & greet with our Company representative and drive to Puri. On arrival visit to world famous Jagannath Temple (The 12th century Temple is considered as one of the four Dhams of Hindus especially in those of the Vaishnava traditions. Many great Vaishnava saints, such as Madhvacharya, Ramanujacharya, Nimbarkacharya, Vallabhacharya and Ramananda were closely associated with the temple. Only Hindus are allowed inside the premises of Jagannath temple). Later drive to Konark. On arrival visit to Konark Sun Temple (Dedicated to the Hindu Sun God Surya, what remains of the temple complex has the appearance of a 100 ft (30 m) high chariot with immense wheels and horses, all carved from stone. It was built by King Narasimha Deva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty in the 13th century, it is counted among the 7 wonders of India, famous for world heritage site & also known as “Black Pagoda”). After visiting Sun Temple drive back to Bhubaneswar. On the way visit Pipili village (This village is known as the handicraft village and also famous for Appliqué work). After that continue to Bhubaneswar. On arrival transfer the guests to Bhubaneswar Airport/Railway Station to board the flight/train for onward journey and tour terminates here but sweet memories remain forever...
End of the Tour
Price Includes
- Airport/hotel transfers by air-conditioned vehicle.
- Air-conditioned vehicle for land travel.
- All interstate taxes, gasoline, parking, toll taxes and driver allowances.
- All luxury taxes and value added taxes.
Price Excludes
- Any International/ Domestic Air/Train fare.
- Any Monument/activity/guide fee, extra meals & expenses.
- Tips and gratitude to drivers, representatives, guides etc.
- Applicable Government taxes (GST).
Tour Conditions
- Minimum of 02 persons required.
- All rates & bookings will be subject to availability.
- Tour confirmation only on receipt of 50% advance payment.
- Balance payment to be deposited 01 month prior to travel date.
- Ashoka India Tours carries no insurance whatsoever for the tour participants. Hence it is advisable to get travel insurance by your own.
- Mentioned special package rates are valid till 31st October 2021.
