The 8 Best Archaeology Tours in Bhubaneswar, Odisha

It is a heritage walk combines mythology, history and cultural stories to weave a narrative around the temples of Bhubaneswar and how romance has been depicted through the sculptures in various places. Unlike other walks which focus on just the archaeology or architecture and give surface level information, our trails take a more story led approach. The research behind the stories are done by archaeologists and anthropologists and the stories have been carefully curated.

Inclusions: Light snacks at a local food shop will be provided as a part of the trip.

Exclusions: Please carry or buy your own water

Our half day tour, get a chance to discover the ancient Khandagiri and Udayagiri caves and Tribal Museum. Learn about the history of these partly natural and artificial caves, which hold great archaeological, historical and religious significance.  Also, explore the amazing collection kept at display at the Tribal Museum.

Inclusions: English Speaking Guide, Monument fees, AC Transport, Water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

On this 6 day private Odisha Temple & Beach tour explore many Hindu temples like Rajarani, Lingaraj, Lord Jagannath Temple and Konark, The Sun Temple an UNESCO Wold Heritage Site built in the shape of a Chariot. The temple stands tall in midst of a beautiful scenic landscape and show cases the cultural heritage of the state. Buddhist structures like Dhaulgiri Temple and Udaygiri, Khandagiri, Ratnagiri, Lalitagiri caves are also part of this itinerary. While staying on the beach hotels in Puri you will do the excursion visit to Chilika Lake the paradise for migratory bird, the boat ride may provide the opportunity to sight dolphins.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Garland welcome and assistance on arrival at airport, 5 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle from arrival till departure as per tour program, Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., Boat ride on Chilika Lake, English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Applicable GST (government taxes).

Exclusions: Any flight ticket, Meals other than mentioned in inclusions., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Camera charges at any monuments., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

As the name suggest this tour is a wonderful introduction to history, culture and grand architecture. Begin from Bangalore and visit Gommateshwara the tallest free–standing monolithic statue in the world. Halebedu & Belur temple an excellent example of Hoysala architecture developed under the rule of the Hoysala Empire between the 11th and 14th centuries. Explore Hampi an UNESCO world Heritage site dotted with numerous ruined temple complexes from the Vijayanagara Empire and Hyderabad historic sites including Golconda Fort, a former diamond-trading center that was once the Qutb Shahi dynastic capital. At the end of tour unwind on the beach and visit few active temples of Odisha along with Konark Sun Temple an UNESCO Wold Heritage Site built in the shape of a Chariot.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Garland welcome and assistance of our office representative at airport, 9 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Bottled drinking water in car , Private English speaking guide in each cities on sightseeing days., Private Chauffeur driven air-conditioned deluxe car for transfers, sightseeing & excursion. , Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., Government taxes.

Exclusions: Hampi - Hyderabad - Bhubaneshwar - Bangalore flight fare approx INR 12000 per person., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

India is more than the Hindu Culture. These hill sites will introduce with the other two very significant cultures following in India, Jainism, and Buddhism. Dhaula Hills leading to Dhauligiri Peace Pagoda and Udayagiri-Khandagiri for the caving tour.

Inclusions: Includes Hotel Pick up and drop-off, English speaking professional local guide, Entrance fee to the Monuments, Transport in an air-conditioned car

Exclusions: Any Items of Personal Nature, Any Meals during the trip, Gratuities

The 4 days tour include visit to magnificent Hindu Temples, Buddhist Monasteries & Bhitarkanika Mangrove Forest the world's largest and most relevant nesting ground for the endangered Olive Ridley Turtles. Bhitarkanika is home to over 55 species of mangroves, 170 species of birds and a large population of saltwater crocodiles, hawks-bill and leather-back turtles, Bibron's soft shelled turtle, endangered king cobra and the Indian rock python. Accommodation with all meals, transport by private car, guide and boat safari are well included in this tour.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Garland welcome and assistance on arrival at airport, 3-nights / 4-days accommodation in offered hotels or similar (standard room), Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle with English speaking chauffeur as per tour program., Monuments Entrances of sightseeing places mentioned in the itinerary, Full day boat safari in Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary, English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Applicable GST (government taxes).

Exclusions: Any flight ticket, Camera charges, Expenses of personal nature of personal nature like laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Or anything not mentioned above.

The 3 days tour include visit to Bhitarkanika Mangrove Forest the world's largest and most relevant nesting ground for the endangered Olive Ridley Turtles. Bhitarkanika is home to over 55 species of mangroves, 170 species of birds and a large population of saltwater crocodiles, hawks-bill and leather-back turtles, Bibron's soft shelled turtle, endangered king cobra and the Indian rock python. Accommodation with all meals, transport by private car, guide and boat safari are well included in this tour.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Garland welcome and assistance on arrival at airport, 2-nights accommodation in offered hotels or similar (standard room), Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle with English speaking chauffeur as per tour program, Boat safari in Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary, English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Applicable GST (government taxes).

Exclusions: Any flight ticket, Camera charges, Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned above.

Discover the spectacular caves of Udayagiri and Khandagiri , considered to be an marvel of stone masonry. They command a unique position in rock-cut architecture, art and religion. The two hills rise abruptly from the coastal plain. You will visit this multi-storied ancient apartment residence for Jain monks. Believed to have been constructed by Orissan ruler, King Kharavela, and probably in the first century BC. Kharavela was a king of the Mahameghavahana dynasty, who is known for expansion of the Kalinga Empire and his installation of public improvements, such as canal systems. His better-half was quite a patron of the arts, and probably was the guiding principal behind the impressive sculptural decoration and maestic architecture of the caves. We highly suggest to hire a guide from Bhubaneswar itself so that you do not get lost into the mysterious complex of caves.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Meals, Monument entrances, local guide