Explore the Living Heritage of Eastern & Central India

Embark on a 20-day unforgettable journey into the vibrant tribal heartlands of Odisha (Orissa) and CHATISHGARH TRIBAL TOUR, where ancient traditions, sacred rituals, natural beauty, and cultural richness await. This immersive tribal tour takes you through the mystical temples of Bhubaneswar and Puri, the serene backwaters of Bhitarkanika, and into the interiors where some of India’s most fascinating tribal communities dwell.

Meet the Bonda, Dongria Kondh, Paraja, Gadaba, Kutia Kondh, Muria, Maria, Baiga and other tribal groups in their own villages and bustling weekly markets. Along the way, explore Buddhist ruins, colonial palaces, and stunning waterfalls. Witness vibrant festivals like Parab, experience tribal dances, and enjoy royal hospitality in traditional palaces.

Tour Highlights

Ancient Temples & Buddhist Heritage:
Explore centuries-old temples in Bhubaneswar and Puri, and visit the Buddhist sites at Ratnagiri, Udaygiri & Lalitgiri.
Wildlife Encounters:
Enjoy a boat safari in Bhitarkanika National Park, famous for its crocodiles, migratory birds, and mangrove creeks.
Tribal Immersion in Odisha:
Visit vibrant weekly markets of Kunduli, Chatikona, and Baligaon to interact with Dhuruba, Paraja, Rana, Dongria Kondh, and Kutia Kondh tribes.
Cultural Festivals:
Celebrate the colorful Parab Festival in Koraput with tribal performances, crafts, and cultural exhibitions.
Textiles & Handicrafts:
Explore Kotpad, known for its natural-dye tribal textiles, and village communities engaged in traditional jewelry-making and painting.
Bastar Region of Chhattisgarh:
Discover tribal Chhattisgarh—home to Bison Horn Maria, Muria, and Gond tribes. Visit lively markets, villages, and sacred sites like Chitrakoot Falls and Bhoramdeo Temple.
Royal Hospitality:
Stay in heritage palaces of Dhenkanal and Kanker, offering a blend of comfort and cultural charm.
Nature & Spirituality:
Relax by Konark Beach, witness Gotipua dance, and visit the sacred Jagannath temples of Puri and Koraput.

Day 01 :- During morning visit local sightseeing tour of Bhubaneswar such as lingaraj temple ( from a platform), Vaital Temple, Mukteswar/Sidheswar, Parsurameswar temple, Rajarani and Brahmeswar temple ( All are 6-11^th century temples) . Post lunch visit Khandagiri/Udaygiri Jain caves, tribal Museum and Nandan Kanan zoo. Overnight stay at Bhubaneswar at hotel Kharvel.

Day 02:- During morning after breakfast drive to Joronda , Dhenkanal to see half naked Anam Sadhus famous for their austere life and their monastery and evening prayer. Overnight stay in King’s Palace. Enjoy the hospitality of King.

Day 03 During morning drive to Bhitarkanika national park enroute visit Lalitgii/Ratnagiri and Udaygiri the Budhist ruins. Arrival Bhitarkanika National park. Overnight stay in jungle resort.

Day 04 :- During morning take the motor boat to see the wild animas and birds and reptiles in different creeks of the mangrove forest. Boat back to the main land and further drive to Bhubaenswar for overnight stay at same hotel.

Day 5 – During morning drive to Puri enroute visit, Dhauli Budhist peace pagoda, 64 yogini temple, Pipli appliqué village, Raghurajpur painting village. If wish enjoy the GOTIPUA FOLK DANCE in the village. Arrival Puri and overnight stay in a beach side hotel in Puri at hotel Naren Palace.

Day 6 During morning after breakfast drive to Puri enroute visit Dhauli Budhist stupa, pipli appliqué village and during afternoon visit world heritage site Konark Sun temple. After few hours in the temple relax in the virgin beach of Konark. Back to Puri for overnight stay in same sea side hotel.

Day 7: – After breakfast drive to Kundli (75 Km and 1 & ½ hrs) to meet the MALLI, PARAJA & RANA TRIBES in their largest weekly market of Odisha. After few hours in the market drive to jeypore for overnight stay enroute visit Jagannath Temple. Overnight stay at same hotel in Jeypore .

Day 8: During morning visit Gupteswar ( 80KM and 2 hrs) caves famous for its Shiva shrine & during noon drive to Baligaon to meet the DHURUBA TRIBES in their weekly market. If possible tribal dance in the village. After few hours in the market drive to jeypore for over night stay at hotel Hello Jeypore.

Day 9:- During morning rest and afternoon drive to Rayagada (150 km and 3 hrs) areas enroute visit tribal villages. Overnight stay at Rayagada in Tejaswi International.

Day 10:- During morning after breakfast visit LANGIA SAURA TRIBES in their village and further drive to Baligudea areas for overnight stay at hotel Santosh Bhawan.

Day 11 During morning after breakfast drive to Kotagarh area to visit and meet Tatoo faced KUTIA KONDH TRIBES in their weekly maket and village. Further drive to Rayagada ( 150 km and 3 hrs) area for overnight stay at Tejasvi International

Day 12:- During early morning drive to Chatikona areas ( 40 KM and 1 hr ) to meet the primitive DUNGURIA KONDH TRIBES in their weekly market where they sale their horticulatural products and in exchange take kerosene and chicken etc. After few hous in the market, further visit jwellery making village and further drive to Jeypore. Enjoy PARAB FESTIVAL. Overnight stay in Jeypore at Hello Jeypore.

Day 13:- During morning visit Jagannath temple in Koraput and during evening PARAB FESTIVAL. Overnight stay at Jeypore at Hello Jeypore

Day 14:- During morning after breaksat drive to Jagdalpur ( 80 Km and 2 hrs) enroute visit Kotpad textile village, Nagahal tribal Market. Overnight stay at Jagadalpur at hotel Naman Bastar.

Day 15 : During morning drive to Jagdalpur areas to visit MADUM weekly market. After few hours in the market drive to Chitrakoot water fall. Back to hotel for overnight stay at Jagdalpur at same hotel Naman Bastar.

Day 16: During morning after breakfast visit BISON HORN MARIA TRIBES- and tribal village. Overnight in Jagdalpur at same hotel Naman Bastar.

Day 17 During morning after breakfast visit MURIA TRIBES in Narayanpur – Guptal , Nayanpur village- Kondagaon etc. Further drive to Kanker ( 160km and 4 hrs) Overnight in Kanker King’s Palace .

Day 18 : During morning after breakfast visit Rajim, Gond Tribal village. Overnight stay at bhoromdeo Jungle resort

Day 19 –During morning visit Bohramdeo Temple and afternoon visit Baiga tribes. Further drive to Raipur for Overnight stay at Raipur at hotel Le Roi.

Day 20: During morning check out hotel and drive to airport to board the flight for Mumbai