Bhubaneswar Trip Overview
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.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Bhubaneswar, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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.
Itinerary
Day 1: Bhubaneswar Arrival
Pass By: Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
On arrival at Bhubaneshwar airport assistance and transfer to hotel.
Stop At: Rajarani Temple, Tankapani Rd, Bhubaneswar 751002 India
Later city tour visiting famous temples Parasurameshwar, Mukteshwar, Rajarani & Lingaraj temple (non-Hindus are not allowed to enter inside the main temple sanctum). Also excursion to visit Khandgiri, Udayagiri Jain caves and Dhauli Rock Edicts. Evening enjoy Dhauli light & sound show at Dhauli (Closed on Monday).
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.
Day 2: Bhubaneswar – Bhitarakanika National Park
Stop At: Bhitarkanika, Odisha 754248, India
Breakfast at hotel drive to Bhitarakanika, check in at hotel. On the way, both side of the road you will find magnificent scenery & typical Villages. On arrival check in at the resort.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Gahirmatha Turtle Sanctuary, Near Bhitar Kanika Sanctuary, Bhitarkanika National Park India
Bhitarkanika is an adventurist’s paradise and a breeding ground for Olive Ridley turtles. The second largest mangrove forest of the country, it was declared a sanctuary in 1975, in order to protect the estuarine crocodile and the turtles in their rare mangrove habitat. Other residents of the sanctuary include water monitor lizards and king cobras.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Jungle Cottage/ Tent.
Day 3: Bhitarakanika National Park
Stop At: Bhitarkanika National Park, Bhitarkanika National Park, Kendrapara District, Odisha
After breakfast ready to explore the land of crocodiles in their own Mangrove habitat. Full day boat safari to Mangrove forest, enjoy the serpentine creeks, watch out for birds, particularly different varieties of Kingfisher. Keep looking for estuarine crocodiles basking in the sun. Also visit Bagagahan Bird Sanctuary, climb to watch tower, look for Pelican & different varieties of Storks. Visit Crocodile museum at Dangamal.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Jungle Cottage/ Tent.
Day 4: Bhitarakanika National Park – Bhubaneswar
Stop At: Ratnagiri Buddhist Excavation, Post Office Ratnagiri Ratnagiri, Odisha, Bhubaneswar 751003 India
Breakfast at hotel drive to Bhubaneswar enroute you can visit Ratnagiri, Udaigiri & Lalitgiri Excavated Buddhist Sites complex made in 1st century. Lalitgiri and Ratnagiri Orissa together with Udayagiri constitute Puspagiri University that is an abode to numerous marvelous sculptures like major stupas and monasteries of that age.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
Continue drive to Bhubaneshwar and drop off to Airport or at your hotel.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
