The Pride of Odisha

• One day excursion to Chilika Lake
• Visit to Chandra Bhaga Sea Beach,
• Visit to Konark Sun Temple,
• Visit to Pipili (the eplique village) & Dhauli.

Biju Patnaik airport at Bhubaneswar is nearly 5 km away from the heart of the city and is connected to major cities of India.

Bhubaneswar railway station is about 6 km away from the city center. This railhead is well-connected to the metro cities.

The New Bus Stand which is located at a distance of 6 km from the town center connects well to the major cities around Bhubaneswar.

• From Date of booking - 30 days only communication charges of INR 2000 per person.
• 30 -15 Days prior to departure - 25% of tour cost.
• 14-07 Days prior to departure - 50% of tour cost.
• 07- 03 Days prior to departure - 75% of tour cost.
• 02 Days / No show - 100% of tour cost.

• GST @ 5% will be applicable on the total bill.
• Prices quoted are in Indian Rupees (INR) unless otherwise stated.
• Check Ins at all hotels are – between 12noon & 2Pm & Check Out time is – between 10am & 12noon
• As per Govt norm you are required to present your photo ID Proof such as Aadhar Card, Passport, Voter ID or Driving License at the time of Check in at the hotel. Pan Card is not accepted as proof of Identity in Hotels. Children must also carry an Identity card for Check Ins formality.
• Our offer is based on usage of base category rooms at the mentioned hotels (unless specified otherwise) and if this category of rooms is not available we shall try to confirm accommodation in next available higher category of rooms and shall advise supplementary cost involved while conveying the status.
• Vehicle and Transportation will be as per itinerary only and not at disposal.
• Refund on cancellation depends upon adherence to the given cancellation policy & terms.
• Supplementary charges will apply for booking falling during Long weekends, Public Holidays and Festival time such as Diwali, Christmas & New Year period.
• The Seller Reserves the right to change/modify or terminate the offer any time at its own discretion and without any prior notice.

Imp Note

Holidaymine and its suppliers will assist you to the best of their ability with any Query, clarification, changes or customizations – prior to conforming the booking. Your confirmation of this package and included hotels indicate that you have read and understood the following

• Itinerary and holiday plan
• Holiday Inclusions & Exclusions
• Cancellation policy and Terms & Conditions
• Agree to the hotels offered and accepted their service quality. • In event of any changes done in Hotels or Room Categories or any Deviation is taken from the confirmed itinerary‚ By the Clients‛; Any expenses incurred from such changes will have to be paid in full by clients directly to local operators / Hotels / activity providers.

Limitations and Liability-

• We keep the guest comfort as our prime priority and work in all possible manner and resources towards that, there are at times things beyond our control; hence
• Holidaymine & Its representatives shall not be responsible for any change in the itinerary due to landslides, flight cancellations, weather conditions or any unforeseen circumstances. The additional cost incurred will have to be paid in full by clients directly & will be in addition to the confirmed package cost.
• Any additional charges arising due to Local strike, Medical Emergency or Govt regulation will be billed additionally and will have to be paid in full by clients directly.
• If there are any Hike in entrance fees of monuments / museums, Taxes, fuel cost or guide charges – by Govt of India, the same would be charged as extra.

Bhubaneswar - Bhubaneswar, the capital of Orissa, is also popularly known as the "Temple City of India.Bhubaneswar is the place where temple building activities of Orissan style flowered from its very inception to its fullest culmination extending over a period of over one thousand years.

Konark - Konark is one of the well known tourist attractions of Orissa. Konark houses a colossal temple dedicated to the Sun God.

Puri - One of the four celebrated religious centers of India, Puri is the abode of Lord Jagannath. It is a pilgrimage town and a major tourist destination with all its beautiful and pleasant beaches.

From the exquisite silver filigree work of Cuttack to the gaily colored wall hangings from Pipli, the intricate paintings from Raghurajpur to the glorious hand woven fabrics from Sambalpur, Odisha is literally a treasure trove when it comes to picking up mementos and souvenirs, to suit every taste and budget. The main shopping hub of Odisha is Bhubaneswar, where you can buy famous items such as Silver filigree work called Tarakasi, stone and woodcarving, Patta paintings, silk and cotton fabrics, tie and dye textiles, patchwork, bamboo basketry, brass and bell metal work, horn work, and many other famous local crafts of Orissa can be bought from the local dealers.

Money- The currency of India is Indian Rupees (INR). The currency exchange departments are present in almost every Indian city. You can also exchange your currency in 5 star and 4 star hotels, no other currency is valid except for Indian currency (INR).

Best time to Visit- The best time to visit Orissa is between November and May when all the festivals take place. Luckily this period also coincides with the coolest weather the year round.

Travel Kit- It is advisable that you take along lightweight cotton clothing. The sun is quite harsh and the temperature soars. So, make sure to carry sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, etc with you.

Language- Oriya is the main language spoken in this state, though the people also use Munda and Dravidian languages. In the bigger towns and cities, Hindi is understood and spoken as well as English.

Drugs- Heavy penalties including imprisonment for possession of narcotic drugs.

Temple Codes- It is advisable to dress conservatively in temples. Women can wear salwar kameez or sarees in temples whereas men are usually seen in dhotis during festive occasions. However men can wear trousers while visiting the temples in Orissa.

Smoking- Smoking is banned in public places.

Festivals and Fairs in Odisha- The greatest event in the state is the Rath Yatra at Puri. Other festivals of Orissa that draw crowds are the Dance Festival at Konark, the Puri Beach Festival, the Chariot Festival at Lingaraj Temple (Bhubaneshwar) on Ashokastami, Magha Saptami, the festival dedicated to Surya the Sun God in Konark and the Adivasi Mela, the Tribal Fair at Bhubaneshwar with dance and folk art performances as its highlights.