Things to do in Odisha, India: The Best Cultural Tours

Know about the interesting mythological and cultural stories of ancient India through the temple architecture of the city. Each temple has its unique aura depicting the lives and lively emotions of the world.

Inclusions: English Speaking Local Guide, Hotel Pick-up and drop-off, All Transportation included in Air-conditioned Car, All Applicable Govt. Taxes, Toll Taxes, Car Parking Charges, Road Tax e.t.c, Water Bottle Inside the Car

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

Puri is a vibrant and enticing part of India. Important to Hindus, it is a historical and spiritual place. Get to know the stories of Puri on this full day excursion. View the temples for which the city is famous and enjoy Puri's beach location at the Bay of Bengal.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Round-trip shared transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, 02 bottles of mineral water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Bhubaneswar City tour is a great way to experience the cultural highlights of the city in one day.  The tour starts at Dhauli where in 260 BC Emperor Ashoka gave up War and became Buddhist after which we visit the grand Sun Temple at Konark with its mesmerizing Sundials in the form of wheels of the Chariot. We visit the exquisite carvings at Buddhist caves of Khandagiri and Udayagiri  before winding up the day at the Erotically carved Raja Rani Temple.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Car

Exclusions: Drinks

On this tour, get a chance to explore two of most visited Bhubaneshwar’s most visited destinations. In Konark, explore the 13th century ruins of the famous Konark Sun Temple (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) that is built from stone in the form of a giant ornamented chariot. Also, bask under the sun at Chandrabhaga beach, which is a popular venue for many cultural activities, and is known for its clean and green environment. In Puri, pay a visit to the sacred Puri Jagannath temple and Gundicha temple.

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

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

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

We have the best people from the tourism industry to guide or escort your journey and more than 90% of our guests come back because of the special travelling experience with the guide and drivers.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Breakfast - Light snacks at a local food shop

Exclusions: Lunch, Boating/ other activities, Camera fee

Bhubaneshwar is an ancient city in India’s eastern state of Odisha, formerly Orissa. It is the largest city in Odisha and is a center of economic and religious importance in Eastern India. Visitors come to Bhubaneswar for the sandstone temples dotted around the Bindu Sagar Lake in the old city. Our tour visit several of these ancient temples. Highlights • Mukteshwara Deula, The Mukteswar Temple  • Rajarani Temple • Brahmeshwara Temple • Parashurameswar Temple • Siddheshwar Temple

Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Located on the shores of the Bay of Bengal, Konark, also known as the Sun Temple, is a 13th century architectural marvel.  The temple at Konark is a monumental representation of the sun god Surya's chariot; its 24 wheels are decorated with symbolic designs and it is led by a team of seven horses. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of India's most famous Brahman sanctuaries. Highlights •     UNESCO World Heritage •     24 intricately carved chariot wheels - serving as accurate sundials •     Seven might stone horses •     Three images of the Sun God Surya

Inclusions: Services of English Speaking Local Guide, Air Conditioned Cab from Hotel at Bhubaneshwar to Konark Temple and back, Bottle of mineral water & refreshments

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Bhubaneswar is the capital of the East Indian state of Odisha, until recently known as Orissa. About 50 miles from Bhubaneswar lie the ancient Buddhist Centers of Lalitagiri and Ratnagiri, which together with the site of Udaygiri form what is known as the ‘Diamond Triangle of Odisha’. On this day-excursion from Bhubaneswar visit the ancient Buddhist sites of Lalitagiri and Ratnagiri that date from the 1st century B.C. to the 12th century A.D. Highlights • Stone casket containing the relics of the Buddha, Lalitagiri • Standing statues of the Buddha • Sculptures of the Gandhara School of Architecture

Inclusions: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Local English speaking guide, 02 bottles of mineral water per person

Exclusions: Food or drink, unless specified, Gratuities

Bhubaneswar is the capital of the East Indian state of Odisha, until recently known as Orissa. About 50 miles from Bhubaneswar lie the ancient Buddhist Centers of Lalitagiri and Ratnagiri, which together with the site of Udaygiri form what is known as the ‘Diamond Triangle of Odisha’. On this day-excursion from Bhubaneswar visit the ancient Buddhist sites of Lalitagiri and Ratnagiri that date from the 1st century B.C. to the 12th century A.D. Highlights • Stone casket containing the relics of the Buddha, Lalitagiri • Standing statues of the Buddha • Sculptures of the Gandhara School of Architecture

Inclusions: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Local English speaking guide, Lunch (beverage excluded), 02 bottles of mineral water per person

Exclusions: Food or drink, unless specified, Gratuities