Olive Ridley Tour

  6 Days & 5 Nights


19100Starting price per person
19100
Starting price per person

Overview

Odisha is blessed with Nature tourism, for nature lover Odisha has many things to offer, it may be Beach, Wildlife or River Tourism. You will be surprised to know; Odisha is the preferred destination for 55% of the world's Olive Ridley Turtles for meting & lays eggs. The mouth of Rushikulya River is the second-largest preferred destination of Olive Ridley turtles in the world after Gahirmatha. Every year in the month of Oct to Nov (depending on Wind flow & temperature) lakhs of Olive Ridley comes the coast of Odisha for meting & nesting. The Tour focuses on Eco-tourism positional of Odisha & covers many sites which are very enriching in Eco tourism & sustainable tourism.

Inclusions

  • Breakfast
  • Airport/Railway Station Transfer
  • Accommodation
  • Parking/Toll/ Driver Bata/ Fuel cost
  • Transfer Cab GST/VAT/ Service Charges
  • Sightseeing & transfers by cab

Exclusions

  • Air/Train fare
  • All entry tickets
  • Early check-in & late checkout
  • Tips, laundry & Phone Call
  • Boating/ other activities
  • Camera fee
  • Alcoholic/Non-Alcoholic Beverages
  • Travel Insurance
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions

Itinerary Visit Guide

The Cultural Orissa tour starts with your arrival at Bhubaneswar airport. Avail the courtesy pick from the spot and drive to hotel. Check-in and get fresh. Today the sightseeing tour starts with Khandagiri Udaygiri caves. These caves are the earliest group of Jain rock cut shelters. The caves hold importance for its history, rock-cut architecture, art and religion. Once the dwelling retreats or cells of the Jain ascetics, here visitors can feel the wisdom of the learned. Then visit Nandankanan Zoo, famous for white tigers. Carved out of the Chandaka forest, animals here are kept in their natural habitat. Come up-close to white Royal Bengal Tigers, Gharial, and other species. Enjoy jungle safari.

The next sight you visit is The Lingaraj temple. The thousand year old spectacular specimen of Hindu architecture is awe-inspiring. It is one of the most revered places to visit. Pay respect to the Linga form of Lord Shiva. The Kedar Gouri temple and Sai Baba temple is a short way from the temple complex. The unique architecture, the peacefulness lingering in air spellbinds all visitors. Take the blessings of the divine.

Evening is free for leisure. Explore the city markets. Discover the intriguing shops hoarding some amazing bargains. Taste the delicious specialties Overnight stay.

The morning after breakfast check-out of the hotel and proceed to Konark. Visit the UNESCO heritage Konark sun temple and enjoy some time at Chandrabhaga beach. The temple is an architectural marvel dating back to the 13th century. The colossal chariot shaped temple is dedicated to the Sun God. Then visit Chandrabhaga beach. Enjoy the calm beach.

Afterward, proceed to Puri and check-in the hotel. Freshen up as you are scheduled to visit Puri Jagannath temple and Gundicha temple. The Puri Jagannath temple is one of the holy places in the Hindu religion. Mentioned as one of the divine Char Dhams, the temple is dedicated to the "Lord of the Universe' Jagannath. Pay your respects and move to the Gundicha temple. The evening is kept free.
Relax at the Golden sand beach of Puri. The views of the sunset are breathtaking. Enjoy long walks on the soft sands. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay at Puri.

Early morning check out from the hotel and depart for Satapada, Chilika. Asia's largest brackish water lagoon, Chilika is recognized as one of the most important wetlands in the world. It is known for the spotting of beautiful Irrawadi Dolphins. The lake is also home to a phenomenal variety of birds. Spectacular display of colourful avian charms in a thousand different hues presented by over 160 species awaits here. Spend the day exploring the pleasures of the wetland.

After a well-spent day in the natural beauty, drive to Bhubaneswar the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After morning breakfast, check-out of the hotel and drive to Gopalpur. Enroute visit Barkul Chilika. Have a boat ride to Kalijai Temple. Back to the Jetty. Then drive to Gopalpur. Upon arrival check-in, the hotel and relax for a while. The afternoon is scheduled to enjoy sightseeing of Maa Tara Tarini Temple and Rushikulya Turtle Island. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay at Gopalpur.

Start the day with a hearty breakfast. Later, proceed for sightseeing of Taptapani, the hot water spring,  Jirang and Khasada waterfall. After sightseeing, return back to Gopalpur. Evening free for leisure and relax at the beach. Overnight stay at Gopalpur.

After breakfast check-out of the hotel and drive to Bhubaneswar. Drop at Airport/Railway station. Trip concludes here, return home with wonderful memories.

Additional Info

  • Given prices are on Per person basis on Double Occupancy (two persons sharing a room)
  • Maximum 3 adults are allowed in a room at extra bed cost
  • All the rates and services are subject to availability and may be changed without any prior notice
  • All transfers and sightseeing are provided on SIC (Seat in Coach) basis unless private transportation is not mentioned in inclusions
  • There may be certain surcharges applicable at the time of booking of the tour packages
  • As of now, we are not holding confirmed airline tickets and hotel rooms
  • We generally provide indoor outdoor tickets on the same day, but for special occasions, we might give these tickets on different days (depend on the itinerary)
  • No Transfers are given for dinner unless pre-booked and paid above the holiday cost
  • For any complimentary in the package, no compensation will be given under any circumstances
  • Any delay or cancellation of program due to nature or other reasons will not provide any refund

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