Jagannath Puri – Bhubaneshwar – Gopalpur - 5 Days

Jagannath Puri(2) – Bhubaneshwar(1) – Gopalpur(1)

Duration: 04 Nights / 05 Days

Day 1 : Puri (Arrival)
Arrival at Puri Railqay Station Receive and transfer to hotel. After freshen up visit the world famous Lord Jagannath temple.The majestic Jagannath Temple in Puri is a major pilgrimage destination for Hindus and is a part of the “Char Dham” pilgrimages. Jagannatha is not the only deity worshipped in the temple, though it is known as the ‘Jagannatha Temple’. The deities of the Puri temple are generally known as the Trimurti (trinity) and also as Chaturdhamurti.
The temple was originally built by the Kalinga ruler Anantavarman Chodaganga(1078 – 1148 CE). Much of the present structure was built by King Ananga Bhima Deva in the year 1174 CE. It took 14 years to complete and was consecrated in 1198 CE.
Continue to drive towards Konark the Chariot of the Sun God temple, built by Laqngula Narasingh Deva in 13 th century A.D.. The Sun temple is known for its exquisite and intricate architecture and sculptures. An UNSECO World Heritge List of monument. The word ‘Konark’ is a combination of two words ‘Kona’ and ‘Arka’. ‘Kona’ means ‘Corner’ and ‘Arka’ means ‘Sun’, so when combines it becomes ‘Sun of the Corner’, dedicated to Sun God. Konark is also known as Arka khetra. There are three different sides of the temple, positioned in proper direction to catch the rays of the sun at morning, noon and evening.King Narasimhadeva the great ruler of the Ganga dynasty had built this temple, with the help of 1200 artisans within a period of 12 years (1243-1255 A.D.). Since the ruler used to worship the Sun, the temple was considered as a chariot for the Sun God. Konark Temple was designed in the form of a gorgeously decorated chariot mounted on 24 wheels , each about 10 feet in diameter, and drawn by 7 mighty horses. It is really difficult to understand, how this huge temple, every inch-space of which was so wonderfully carved, could have been completed within such a short time. Whatever that might be, the konark temple even in its present ruined state, still a wonder to the whole world. Great poet Rabindranath Tagore wrote of Konark: “here the slanguage of stone surpasses the language of man.” Drive through marine drive to Puri, on the way visit Chandrabhaga beach, Ramachandi temple. Overnight Stay At Hotel Puri.

Day 2 : Puri
After freshen up in hotel visit Gundicha temple, the abode of Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra for 9 days in-between Rath Yatra festival to Bahuda Yatra.
Then visit Raghurajpur is 12Km from Puri- the artisans’ village, is a living museum itself. Every household has a painter and can show you lavishly painted, the age-old tradition paintings on canvas, skil (tassar) and other varieties like Pattachitra, papiermache, masks, stone idols, sculptures, wooden idils and toys and many more.The recently drawn mural paintings on the house walls are a step forward to make impression about survival of the past glory. One can contact any house in this village for the painting. The village ambience is also heart touching. This is a Heritage Craft Village of Odisha.
Then visit Sakhigopal also known as Sakhigopal Satyabadi-is famous for the shrine of Lord Krishna. Although the Sakhigopal temple was built during the 19th century, the legend has it that the Krishna image was brought here by King Prataprudra Deva after his victory over Kanchi (South India).The life-size image is standing with flute and Radha is standing on the left side. The images are very beautiful and impressive. Back to Puri. Free at beach for beach activities. Back to Hotel. Overnight Stay At Hotel Puri.

Day 3 : Puri – Bhubaneswar ( 60Kms / 02 Hrs )
After breakfast drive to Bhubaneswar Airoprt/ Railway Station Transfer to hotel. Bhubaneswar Known as the “Temple City”,founded during the Kalinga empire over 3,000 years ago, Bhubaneswar today boasts of a cluster of magnificent temples, which once boasted of more than 2000 temples. still preserves over 500 of India’s finest temples. On the way visit If time permits visit Sightseeing.
Enroute Pipli the artist village where locals produce appliqué art- a process of cutting coloured cloth into shapes of animals, birds, flowers, leaves , gods, goddesses and other decorative motifs and stiching them over a piece of cloth. These creations are fabricated into lampshades, handbags, cushion covers, or even garden umbrellas.
Continue with Dhauli where a modern peace pagoda and ancient rock edictsmark the emperor Ashoka’s conversion to Buddhism. Dhauli , a sacred Buddhist site on the banks of then river Daya, where the great Kalingan war was taken place. Revered by Buddhists as the place where ancient Indian emperor Ashoka renounced violence and embraced Budddddhism, the site pagoda , and see two of the rock-carved edicts declaring Ashoka’s new religious principles that date from 260 BC. Then view some rock-cut caves, medieval Hindu temples, and the renovated Shiva temple near Pagoda.
Lingaraj Temple Constructed in 650 A.D. this temple is a unique specimen of Oriyan style of architecture. The most special feature of this temple is the presence of one thousand lingas in the north-west corner of the complex.. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as the name suggests, the temple was built sometime in the 7th century by the King Jajati Keshari. The Lingraj Temple houses a Shivalingam that rises to a massive height of 8 inches above the floor level and is about 8 feet in diameter as well. Lingaraj Temple is a spectacular specimen of Orissa style of temples with a hint of Kalinga style of architecture, covering a vast area of 2,50,000 sq ft., stand tall 180 ft.As many as 150 smaller shrines dot the temple complex. Non Hindus are not allowed inside the temple.
Then visit Rajarani temple A popular 11th-century the Raja Rani Temple is locally known as the ‘love temple’ because it contains some sensuous carvings of women and couples. No images can be found inside the sanctum, and hence the temple is not associated with any particular sect of Hinduism. This is perhaps exactly where the charm of the temple comes from: the temple belongs to no specific sect and is open to all people irrespective of the deity that they worship and admire. However, the figures of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati carved on the walls strongly indicate that the temple has certain associations with Shaivism.
Brahmeshwar Temple was built during 11th century A.D in honor of the presiding deity Brahmeshwar, who is a form of Lord Shiva. The 60-feet tall temple was the first to exhibit iron beams in construction and splendid iconography of dancers and musicians on the walls. The porch features carved ceiling with lotus, while the walls have motifs of lion head in abundance.
Mukteshwar Temple is one of the most compact and smallest temples in Bhubaneswar, but is renowned for its imposing ceiling that is adorned with eight-petal lotus in the porch, and astounding stone archway. It was for the first time that carved images appeared in temple architecture, exhibiting beautiful lion-head motifs. “Mukteshwar” means “Lord who gives freedom through Yoga.”
Parshurameswar temple The small but luxuriantly designed temple was built during 7th century and is one of the oldest in Bhubaneswar. The temple exhibits marvelous architectural artwork.
Afte lunch visit khandagiri and Udaygiri caves and explore the age-old caves of Khandagiri and Udaygiri, carved by jain Monks in the 1st century BC, and were usssed as dwellings aaand meditation quarters, were built under King Khaarvela of the Mahameghavahan dynasty. Overnight Stay At Hotel Bhubaneswar.
( If not interested for temple tour can visit state museum, tribal museum, Nanadan kanan zoo)

Day 4 : Puri To Bakul (Chhilka Lake ) Satpada – Gopalpur (90 Kms / 05 hrs)
After breakfast checkout from hotel drive to Barkul Chilka. Take a boat ride (on direct payment). Enjoy some points by boat like Nalbaan – is a big island in the center of lake. The island completely submerge in monsoon. It is a treat for bird watchers in winter season. Mangalajodi – is a village located on northern banks of Chilika lake. The bird’s paradise hosts more than 3,00,000 birds in its marshy waters. Bird island – watch birds in their natural habitat. Kalijai Island – its a temple of Goddesses kalijai.
After lunch drive to Gopalpur. Gopalpur beach is famous for most picturesque seashores and gusty cool breeze all the time. The calmness of the beach is contagious that it soothes the senses. People comes to beach for improvement of health. Evening relax at beach. Overnight Stay At Hotel Gopalpur. Also visit old lighthouse situated on the beach made by Britishers provides a 360 degree view of Gopalpur. Can also visit the fisherman village nearby. Can visit hilltop temple Taratarini, which is a beautiful place of pilgrimage with amidst scenic surrounds. Overnight Stay At Hotel Gopalpur.

Day 5 : Bhubaneswar(Departure)
On time pick up from hotel. Provide departure transfer at Railway Station OR Bhubaneswar Airport to board your Flight / Train for back Home. Taking lots of sweet memories With Ahmedabadi Tours And Travels.

Tour Requirement

• ADULT: Adhar card/ Driving License/ Voter ID / Passport
• CHILD 5 – 11: Adhar card/ School ID / Passport
• CHILD 2 – 4: School Id/ Birth Certificate/ Passport
• INFANT: Birth Certificate/ Passport

WHAT TO CARRY!

• Four Pair of Clothes
• Sun-glass, Cap
• Sunscreen Cream
• Water bottle
• Mask And Sanitizer

VEHICLE : –

• For 2 to 3 Pax AC Swift Dezire.
• For 4 to 6 Pax AC Innova
• For 7 to 13 Pax 13 Sater AC Tempo Traveler

Note:-

• The above package is only an offer and not a confirmation. We shall proceed with the booking only after we receive confirmation your end.
• In case of non-availability of rooms at the hotels mentioned, we shall provide you alternate hotels of similar category.
• Check-in time at the hotel is 14.00 hrs.Check-out time is 11.00 hrs
• Booking confirmation is subject to availability.
• The above rates are valid for the mentioned period only.

Per person price.

• Accommodation Deluxe / Standard in double rooms on twin sharing basis.
• All Transfers, Sightseeing & Excursion by A/C Vehicle as specified in the itinerary
• Only Breakfast
• Pick up & Drop Ex – Bhubaneswar
• All Permit fees and Hotel Taxes ( As Itinerary.)

1. Air Fare/Train Fare.
2. All Sight seen Entry Ticket, Local Guide at any place during the Tour.
3. Items of personal nature like tips, laundry, Telephone, beverages etc.
4. Additional Sight seen or Extra usage of vehicle other than Mentioned in The Itinerary.
5. Extra Nights in Hotel Due to hill health, flight cancellation or any other reason.
6. Any Cost Arising Due to Natural Calamities Like, Political Disturbances, etc(to be borne by the Client, Which is Directly Payable On The Spot).
7. Anything Which is Not Include in The Inclusion.
8. Early Check in and Late Check-out is Subject to Availability.
9. GST Extra

Hotel Detail :-

Note :-

• Please note: these rates are not valid during Durga Puja & Holi, Ratha Yatra, New Year time, Christmas time, Independence & Republic day, Medical or other Conference time.
• There may be changes in Hotel name.
• The above is only a quote, Rooms are subject to availability.
• Check in Time 12:00 pm And Check out Time 09:00 am

Payment Terms :-

Advance Booking Fee for Normal Period

• 30 days or more before departure:25% of total cost.
• 29-16 days before departure:50% of total cost.
• Less than 15 days before departure:100% of total cost.

Advance Booking Fee for peak period and long weekends (Pls check with us)

• At the time of booking/confirmation: 50 % of total cost.
• After 05 – 07 days of booking/confirmation:50% of total cost.
• Less than 15 days before departure:100% of total cost.

Cancellation Policy :-

Package can be cancelled with written mail from the person making the booking. The cancellation charges per person applicable are as per the published cancellation policy mentioned below:

Minimum Cancellation (Processing Fees) is Rs. 1500.00 per head Per Tour.

1. 45 -20 Days prior to Tour Start Date 25% of full tour cost.
2. 19 -10 Days prior to Tour Start Date 50% of full tour cost.
3. 09 -06 Days prior to Tour Start Date 75% of full tour cost.
4. 05- 00 Days / No show 100% of full tour cost.

Except for Peak season and long weekends (Pls check with us)

Minimum Cancellation (Processing Fees) is Rs. 2000.00 Per head Per Tour.

1. 45 – 30 Days prior to Tour Start Date 50% of full tour cost.
2. 29 – 10 Days prior to Tour Start Date 75% of full tour cost.
3. 09 – 00 Days / No show 100% of full tour cost.