Tribal Odisha

Fly from the UK to Kolkata.  

Meet and assist on arrival and transfer to your hotel. Reminder of the day at leisure. 

Tour of the city starts with visiting the vibrant flower market and a boat ride in the Hooghly River. Afternoon sightseeing tour includes visit to the Victoria Memorial, Indian Museum, St. Paul's Cathedral, and the Jain Temple. 

Fly to Bhubaneswar, capital of the Eastern state of the Odisha, dotted with medieval temples. Afternoon tour includes visit to the ancient temples including 11th-century Lingaraja Temple. 

Excursion to the impressive rock-cut cave complex and Buddhist archaeological sites of Udaigiri, Ratnagiri and Lalitgiri, known for their carvings and majestic pagodas. 

Morning drive to the coastal pilgrimage town of Puri for a two-night stay, visiting enroute Peace Pagoda at Dhauli, constructed by Ashoka in 272-231 BC. Continue on to visit Pipli and Raghurajpur, the heritage villages of Odisha. 

In the morning visit the Sun Temple of Konark. Also known as Black Pagoda, this is a world heritage site and is dedicated to the Sun God. Afternoon enjoy the religious atmosphere around magnificent Jagannath Temple and the beaches of Puri. 

After breakfast drive to Barkul. Situated on the banks of Chikala and known as breeding ground for flamingos. 

Morning boat cruise on the Chilka lake then drive to beautiful and isolated Rayagada for an overnight stay.  

Visit the local market (Haat) visited by Dongariya Kondh tribe and other local communities. Later drive deep into the remote tribal heartland to Jayapore for a two-night stay.  

Day to visit the markets and villages belonging to the Bonda, Gadhaba Didayee tribes.  

Drive to the coastal city of Vishakhapatnamand take a short flight to Hyderabad for two nights stay.  

Today you will explore the historic city of Hyderabad known for its culture, architecture & shopping. Visit the historical monument of Charminar and the Falaknuma Palace, former residence building, and bustling bazaars and streets. LAAD bazaar is famous for souvenirs & antiques and ‘attar’ (fragrant essential oil).  

Return flight to the UK.