Odisha Tour
Odisha Tour Packages
The city of Lord Jagannath - Puri.
What do you think, which state are we talking about on this page?
Odisha it's!
Yes, you guessed that right. Odisha, the prominent state of India located on the eastern coast is known for its rich heritage and traditional cultures. There are n numbers of tribal people who reside in the state of Odisha and have kept the Odia folk cultures and traditional practices alive till date. It's known worldwide for the recognition of being a pilgrimage destination on the influence of which the sacred Rath Yatra of Puri has originated and celebrated across the globe. The cosmopolitans of Odisha have become one of the key regions to introduce eastern Indian culture to the world. Apart from this, the cultural folk dance, music, traditional festivities, arts, crafts, and more has been an inseparable part of Odisha that has provided a new insight of India to the world.
More often Odisha is known for being the land of temples and other serene destinations that you must visit in your lifetime. Apart from that you can also sample your taste buds with Odia cuisines for better escaping from the bustle of the usual day.
We've curated especially the list of Odisha tour packages and when we say this, Xenium Holidays has a wide range of tour packages of Odisha that gives you a chance of looking into a multi dimensional Odisha tourism and learn more about the cultural and traditional perspectives of this state. Additionally if you want to visit on a solo trip to Odisha we have a package for you. If you want to spend some quality time with your family or friends, we have specially curated family tour packages of Odisha, long vacations in Odisha tour package, and so on.
This is not yet done. Because we've something for history enthusiasts, wildlife photography enthusiasts, environmental studies guys, gipsies, and much more.
You can book your Odisha travel package, Odisha wildlife package, Golden triangle with Odisha tour package, Buddhist tour package to Odisha, temple tour package to Odisha, honeymoon tour package to Odisha, wildlife and jungle safari tour package to Orissa, spiritual or religious tour package of Odisha, and whatnot. All these Odisha tour packages are customisable so that you can choose hotels of your choice, your favourite places to visit or duration of the tour etc.
List of Places You Should Visit in Orissa
- Puri
- Bhubaneswar
- Pipli
- Sambalpur
- Chandipur
- Lingaraja Temple
- Chilika Lake
- Konark
- Atri
- Baripada
- Gopalpur
- Berhampur
- Daringbadi
- Talasari Beach
- Bargarh
- Jeypore
- Barbil
- Paradip
- Dhauli
- Simlipal National Park
- Hirakud Dam
- Khandagiri Caves
- Satkosia Tiger Reserve
- Roopark Village
- Tikarpada Wildlife Sanctuary
- Rayagada
- Shree Jagannath Temple
- Cuttack
- Taptapani
- Rourkela
Highly Recommended Places To Visit in Odisha
Odisha has several beautiful tourist destinations to unfold for its visitors and if you are confused where to visit while travelling to Odisha, we have given you some of the major tourist destinations to travel at least once in a lifetime for an unparalleled experience. Here are top recommendations of places to visit in Odisha:-
1 . Puri
Puri is done to be the abode of Lord Jagannath and his siblings due to which the Odisha Government and people celebrate Rath Yatra every year with zeal. Only 2 hours away from Bhubaneswar the capital city of Odisha, Puri is a pilgrimage site for Hindus that visit temples like Lord Jagannath temple, Konark temple, Dhabaleswar Temple, Gundicha mata temple, and so on.
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Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar translates as the abode of The Lord of the universe, and is the capital of Odisha. Bhubaneswar is one of the most ancient cities of India that has a fascinating historical tapestry to tell the world. It was once also non for being the cultural educational and traditional hub of our country which seems to be a pride right? Then what are you waiting for? Book your Bhubaneswar tour package with us right away and get that spot right.
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Konark
Konark is one of the most visited and adorned by the visitors of Odisha which is known for its historical tapestry and the mesmerising Konark Sun temple. The Sun temple of Konark is listed as one of UNESCO's World Heritage sites and one of the iconic landmarks of our country. You can experience the restric charm of ancient Odisha far away from the hustling and bustling cities.
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Rourkela
Rourkela houses several heavenly temples, rural marketplaces, and the alluring metropolis of Odisha. Rourkela in the Sundargarh district of Odisha is almost 400 km from Bhubaneswar and situated on the Western side of the state. Rourkela is covered in greens and dense forest areas that is home to tribal diversity and is known for generous mining sites.
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Cuttack
Cuttack is an example of history and modern blend that has led Odisha to get commercialised in no time. If you plan a trip to Odisha, Cuttack must be your go to place to shop souvenirs like traditionally crafted handicrafts, and antique pieces.
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Balasore
Balasore is another gym of Odisha that attracts devotees and pilgrims from different parts of the world and the country to visit ancient temples and its mesmerising crystal clear beaches. You can visit the enchanting spot of Chandipur beach and marvel at the Panchalingeshwara temple's architectural masterpiece. It's a gateway to wake up your senses and juvenient throughout your vacation in Odisha.
What is the Best Time to Visit Odisha?
If you ask about the best time to visit Odisha, autumn season and winters are considered to be apt. However if you want to visit in other seasons, here is when you should plan a trip to Odisha to get a lifetime experience:-
October to February
Temperature: (16°C to 28°C)
Attractions: This is the coolest and dearest weather to travel to Odisha when the whole lot of localites celebrate Durga Puja, Konark Dance Festival, and other adventure activities with zeal. It is the peak season to visit Odisha, prices may hike up by a high percentage.
March to May
Temperature: (25°C to 36°C)
Attractions: The scorching heat makes it a little uncomfortable for the tourists to move from one place to the others, but if you plan your Odisha tour in this season, travelling in cabs or cars, or AC vehicle is preferable.
June to September
Temperature: (25°C to 32°C)
Attractions: Tropical weather and drizzling makes it possible to celebrate and get into the Raja Parba in monsoons of Odisha.
How do I reach Odisha?
We have given you multiple ways through which you can navigate your Odisha tour without any hassle:-
By Air
The major International Airport of Odisha lies in Bhubaneswar that connects International as well as domestic flights if you want to visit the counterparts of Odisha. Biju Patnaik International Airport, the only airport in Odisha that calls passengers from almost every part of the world. You can take off with several airlines like IndiGo, Vistara, SpiceJet, AirIndia, AirAsia that operate from different parts of the country and the world. Fact to know that Biju Patnaik International Airport is located almost 6 km far from the city centre.
By Train
Odisha has multiple railway stations that operate trains from different parts of the country and connect the major States of India with Odisha. Bhubaneswar railway station is the major and most common among all that is well connected to multiple Indian states and ply trains to different routes of Odisha by rajdhani express, Coromandel express, Konark express, and much more. If you want to visit Puri then Puri has its railway station as well.
By Road
Odisha is the eastern part of India that connects several National highways and state highways that connect to the eastern parts itself but roadways connectivity from north south or west is directly not possible. Better that you travel to the counterparts of Odisha by government or public transportation systems like bus cab or book personal vehicles from good and reliable travel agencies like Xenium Holidays.
Traditional Cuisines of Odisha You Should Try Once in Your Lifetime
Odisha is not only known for its cultural or historical or architectural masterpieces but it is also known for its diversity and the Heritage of exquisite traditional Odia cuisine. There are numerous food items that involve ancient or mediaeval techniques of cooking making the Odia cuisine a tapestry of indigenous culinary arts.
There are some staple food items of Odisha that resonate with other states called sister states in North East and the Odia cuisines are somehow influenced by the culinary melanges of Bengal, Assam, and North India. Like other states of North East, Odia cuisines are infused with mustard oil, cooked rice and dairy products to make it distinctive and heavenly influenced by the environment of the coastal region as it is situated by the backwaters.
In case you are visiting Odisha for your vacations, here we have listed some of the brilliant examples of Odia cuisine that you should definitely give a try. Altho there are thousands of food items in Odisha that you should taste at least once in a lifetime, here are top of those dishes that feels like all heaven in one place. Have a look:-
- Khichede
- Chungdi Malai
- Macha Ghanta
- Rasabali
- Kanika
- Pilaf
- Santula
- Chaatu Rai
- Aloo Potala Rasa
- Kadali Manja Rai
- Dalma
- Pakhala Bhata
- Gupchup
- Dahi vada- Aloo Dum
- Chhena Poda
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