4-Day Bhubaneswar Heritage Tour with Udayagiri, Khandagiri Caves and Buddhist Sites
Highlights
Bhubaneswar
cultural, photography, sightseeing
Private Tour
4 Days
Easy
English
Description
Discover Odisha’s ancient heritage on this immersive 4-day Bhubaneswar tour. Explore the remarkable Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, witness the architectural marvels of Bhubaneswar’s ancient temples, and journey through the region’s Buddhist triangle of Dhauligiri, Ratnagiri, Lalitgiri, and Udayagiri. Visit tribal museums to understand the unique cultures of Odisha’s indigenous communities. Enjoy heritage walks, temple rituals, cultural performances, and local crafts for a truly enriching cultural experience in Eastern India.
Itinerary
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Day 1. Arrival in Bhubaneswar and Heritage Walk
- Arrive at Bhubaneswar Railway Station or Airport.
Transfer to hotel and complete check-in formalities.
Afternoon heritage walk through Old Town Bhubaneswar.
Visit Mukteshwar Temple, Parsurameswar Temple, and Rajarani Temple.
Explore ancient sculptures, Kalinga architecture, and observe local lifestyle.
Optional visit to attend the evening Aarti at Lingaraj Temple.
Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar.
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Day 2. Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves Exploration
- Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves located approximately 8 kilometers from the city center.
Explore 2nd-century BCE Jain rock-cut caves built during King Kharavela’s reign.
Visit Rani Gumpha, Hathi Gumpha, Ganesh Gumpha, Ananta Gumpha, and others.
Learn about ancient Jain meditation practices, carvings, and inscriptions.
Afternoon visit to Odisha State Museum focusing on Jain and tribal galleries.
Evening options include attending an Odissi dance performance or visiting Ekamra Haat for handicrafts and textiles.
Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar.
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Day 3. Buddhist Triangle and Tribal Museum
- Breakfast at hotel.
Full-day excursion covering Odisha’s Buddhist heritage.
Visit Dhauligiri Shanti Stupa overlooking the River Daya.
Continue to Lalitgiri, Ratnagiri, and Udayagiri Buddhist Complex (approximately 75 kilometers, 2 hours one way).
Explore monastic ruins, stupas, terracotta seals, and archaeological museums.
Enjoy the scenic countryside and peaceful surroundings.
Evening visit to Odisha Tribal Museum showcasing over sixty tribal communities.
Optional local food trail or tribal-themed dinner on request.
Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar.
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Day 4. Temple Trail and Departure
- Breakfast at hotel.
Visit the Lingaraj Temple, an 11th-century shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva (view from outside for non-Hindus).
Walk around Bindu Sagar Lake and ritual bathing ghats.
Optional visit to Kapileswar Temple or Brahmeswar Temple nearby.
Souvenir shopping opportunities include Odisha Pattachitra paintings, silver filigree jewelry, palm-leaf manuscripts, and handwoven Sambalpuri textiles.
Transfer to Bhubaneswar Airport or Railway Station for departure in the late afternoon or evening.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 1 | /person |
| 2 to 2 | /person |
| 3 to 3 | /person |
| 4 to 15 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 15 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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