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Today morning assemble at Kochi International Airport. Meet your Tour Manager and Co Travellers. Later board the flight to Bhubaneshwar. Upon arrival at Bhubaneswar Airport after baggage collection transfer to Puri. Enroute 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 used as dwellings and meditation quarters, were built under King Kharvela of the Mahameghavahan dynasty. Then transfer to Hirapur 15 km southeast of Bhubaneswar, situated on the eastern bank of river Kuakhai, The Shrine Chausath Yogini Temple in the village of Hirapur is dedicated to 64 manifestations of the goddess Shakti. Post lunch visit Dhauli, where a modern peace pagoda and ancient rock edicts mark the emperor Ashoka’s conversion to Buddhism. Dhauli, a sacred Buddhist site on the banks of the river Daya, where the Great Kalingan war was taken place. Overnight stay at hotel in Puri.

Post breakfast proceed for sightseeing. 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 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. Later visit Konark The Chariot of the Sun God Temple, built by Langula Narasingh Deva in 13th century A.D. 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. The Sun temple is known for its exquisite and intricate architecture and sculptures. Later visit Chandrabhaga Beach & Ramchandi Beach. Evening return back to hotel and Overnight stay Puri.

Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Bhubaneswar enroute visit Pipli the artist village where locals produce applique art  a process of cutting coloured cloth into shapes of animals, birds, flowers, leaves, gods, goddesses and other decorative motifs and stitching them over a piece of cloth. Bhubaneswar is 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. Your Bhubaneswar sightseeing start with Lingaraj Temple, Rajarani Temple, Brahmeshwar Temple, Mukteshwar Temple, Parshurameswar Temple. Evening Visit Ekamra Haat situated in the heart of Bhubaneswar. Overnight stay at Bhubaneswar.

Morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and visit State Museum, are housed archaeological objects, art and craft objects, natural history objects, Epigraphy Gallery, handicraft, small paintings, collection of patta paintings, brassware, stone sculptures. Tribal Museum, known as Orissa Museum of Tribal Art and Artifacts, provides a detailed information about the tribal life and culture of Orissa. Later transfer to Bhubaneshwar Airport to board the flight back to hometown. Tour End with sweet memories.