Overview
Highlights
Itinerary
Upon arrival in Bhubaneswar, transfer to the hotel for freshening up. Later, begin a guided city tour with a professional photographer. Explore the heritage sites and local life. Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar.
After breakfast, head to Konark enroute visiting Pipili, known for its patchwork handicrafts. Explore the Konark Sun Temple, a marvel of architecture. Later, visit a nearby fishermen’s village before proceeding to Puri. Overnight stay in Puri.
Post breakfast, explore the local markets and the traditional Raghurajpur artist village, where you will enjoy an Odissi Gotipua dance performance. Capture authentic cultural moments. Overnight stay in Puri.
After breakfast, depart for Gopalpur. Enroute, enjoy a scenic boat cruise in Chilika Lake, visiting its islands and temples. Continue to Gopalpur. Overnight stay in Gopalpur.
After breakfast, drive to Rayagada. Enroute, stop by Saora tribal villages and the Malwa Kondh tribal hamlets, located deep inside the forest along riversides. Overnight in Rayagada.
In the morning, head to Chatikona for the vibrant Dongria Kondh tribal market held every Wednesday. Enjoy photographing the tribal people in their vivid traditional attire and jewelry. Post lunch, travel to Jeypore, stopping at tribal settlements along the way. Overnight stay in Jeypore.
Today, visit Onukudelli to witness the indigenous Bonda and Didayi tribes. Spend time exploring and capturing their distinct lifestyle and traditions. Return and stay overnight in Jeypore.
Start your day with a visit to Kunduli market, attended by Paraja and Sona tribes (Fridays). Explore Koraput’s Jagannath Temple, continue to Kotpad textile village, and then to Lohandiguda market where the Gond tribes gather. Arrive Jagdalpur in the evening. Overnight stay.
Post breakfast, visit Jagdalpur Palace and the majestic Chitrakoot waterfall. Later, explore the Mardoom tribal market, home to Maria, Halba, Bhatra, and Raja Maria tribes. Overnight in Jagdalpur.
Visit Kiwai Balenga Muria village, known for its dormitory dance rituals. Later, explore Narayanpur market of the Hill Abhujmaria tribe, a rare photography opportunity. Return to Jagdalpur. Overnight stay.
Head to Dandami Maria village to witness the unique Bison Horn Dance. In the afternoon, photograph the Gond tribes in Tokapal market. Overnight stay in Jagdalpur.
Morning visit to the enchanting Tirathgarh waterfall. Proceed to Pakhnar tribal market, observing the Dhruwa and Gond tribes. Later, visit a Gond tribal village and its traditional Gudi temple. Overnight in Jagdalpur.
Drive to Raipur, stopping enroute to explore the exquisite Rajim group of temples, dating back to the 10th century. Arrive Raipur and check into the hotel. Overnight stay.
Today is free for leisure. You can relax at the hotel or enjoy street photography in Raipur, capturing local flavors and life. Overnight stay in Raipur.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Delhi. On arrival, remain in transit for your onward journey.
