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8 Days of Adventure in Bhubaneswar!

SUPROTIM MUKHERJEE

SUPROTIM MUKHERJEE

17 Jan 2024

Embark on an exciting journey through the ancient marvels and cultural treasures of Bhubaneswar. From majestic temples to fascinating museums, this itinerary is packed with thrilling experiences that will leave you spellbound. Get ready for 8 days of adventure in the heart of Odisha!

Trip to Bhubaneswar

Day 1Roaming with Wildlife at Nandankanan Zoological Park
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$12

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$ 4

Swosti Grand - Best Hotel near Bhubaneswar Railway Station and Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

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Directions

Nandankanan Zoological Park
Zoo with 1,500+ animals, including white tigers & pangolins, plus a botanical garden & scenic lake.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$11
Day 2Unleashing the Scientist Within at Regional Science Centre Bhubaneswar and Thrilling Rides at BDA City Centre
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$4

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$ 4

Swosti Grand - Best Hotel near Bhubaneswar Railway Station and Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Regional Science Centre Bhubaneswar (Science Park)
Unassuming science museum showcasing interactive displays, plus a garden area with ducks.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$2
13 - 20 min

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BDA City Centre (Nicco Park)
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$2
Day 3Journey through History and Innovation at Kalinga Rail Museum, Light Hub, and Odisha State Museum
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$8

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$ 6

Swosti Grand - Best Hotel near Bhubaneswar Railway Station and Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Kalinga Rail Museum
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$2
21 - 26 min

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Light Hub
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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$2
16 - 23 min

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Odisha State Museum
Large museum with many historical artefacts, natural history exhibits, art & a library.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$4
Day 4Exploring Ancient Caves and Immersing in Art at Ganesha Gumpha, Gallery OIC, and State Tribal Museum
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$8

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$ 8

Swosti Grand - Best Hotel near Bhubaneswar Railway Station and Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Directions

Ganesha gumpha
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
12 - 15 min

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Gallery OIC
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$2
19 - 23 min

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State Tribal Museum
Museum displaying tribal costumes, jewelry, art, household objects, musical instruments & more.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$4
Day 5Unveiling the Mysteries of Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves
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$4

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$ 4

Swosti Grand - Best Hotel near Bhubaneswar Railway Station and Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Directions

Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves
Elaborately carved cave dwellings dating to the 1st c. BCE, topped by an 18th-c. CE Jain temple.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$4
Day 6Marveling at Architectural Wonders and Artistic Delights at Mukteswara Temple, ASHOKAN ROCK EDICT, Baitala Temple, Dakota Aircraft, and Orissa Modern Art Gallery
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$10

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$ 10

Swosti Grand - Best Hotel near Bhubaneswar Railway Station and Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Mukteswara Temple
Buddhist temple constructed in the 10th century, known for its highly ornamental arched gateway.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$2
17 - 21 min

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Directions

ASHOKAN ROCK EDICT
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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$2
17 - 21 min

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Directions

Baitala Temple
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$2
12 - 15 min

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Dakota Aircraft (Biju Patnaik's)
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$2
10 - 15 min

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Orissa Modern Art Gallery
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$2
Day 7Seeking Blessings at Chausathi Yogini Temple, Hirapur, Experiencing Serenity at Dhauli Hills, and Admiring the Beauty of Parsurameswara Temple
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$6

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$ 8

Swosti Grand - Best Hotel near Bhubaneswar Railway Station and Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Directions

Chausathi Yogini Temple, Hirapur
Roofless, round 9th-century temple with over 50 carvings of goddess-like figures known as yoginis.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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$2
23 - 28 min

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Directions

Dhauli Hills in Odisha
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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$2
19 - 23 min

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Parsurameswara Temple
This Orissan Hindu temple from the Shailodbhava period is dedicated to Shiva & features carvings.
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
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$2
Day 8Discovering the Spiritual Grandeur of Lingaraj Temple and Finding Peace at Dhauli Shanti Stupa
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$6

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$ 6

Swosti Grand - Best Hotel near Bhubaneswar Railway Station and Airport

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Lingaraj Temple
Ancient Hindu temple compound featuring carved stone towers, courtyards & numerous shrines.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$4
20 - 24 min

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Directions

Dhauli Shanti Stupa
Striking white peace pagoda & Buddhist shrine constructed atop Dhauli Hill in 1972.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$2

Budget breakdown: $101 In total

Activities & Food:$55
Transport:$46