Bhubaneswar to Vizag Tribal Villages & Market Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Bhubaneswar

Upon arrival at Bhubaneswar Airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, begin exploring the City of Temples with visits to Parasurameshwar Temple, Mukteshwar Temple, Rajarani Temple, and the magnificent Lingaraj Temple (outer view for non-Hindu visitors). Continue to the ancient Jain caves of Khandagiri and Udayagiri before visiting the peaceful Dhauli Peace Pagoda, a historic site associated with Emperor Ashoka's transformation after the Kalinga War. Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar.

Day 2: Bhubaneswar – Baliguda

Drive: Approx. 300 km | 7–8 hrs

After breakfast, drive through the scenic countryside of Odisha towards Baliguda, passing traditional villages, forests, and rolling hills. Along the route, observe rural life, agricultural communities, and local handicrafts while enjoying the picturesque landscapes. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel before exploring the local market, where villagers gather to trade regional products, providing your first introduction to Odisha's vibrant marketplace culture. Overnight stay in Baliguda.

3: Baliguda – Barkhama – Rayagada

Drive: Approx. 180 km | 5 hrs

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Following breakfast, drive towards Rayagada through forested tribal regions. En route, visit Barkhama Village to meet the fascinating Kutia Khond tribe, renowned for their distinctive facial tattoos, traditional customs, and deep connection with nature. Interact respectfully with the local community to learn about their lifestyle, rituals, and agricultural traditions before continuing to Rayagada for check-in and an evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Rayagada.

Day 4: Rayagada – Chatikona – Koraput – Jeypore

Drive: Approx. 200 km | 6 hrs

After an early breakfast, drive to Chatikona to experience the colorful weekly market of the Dongaria Kondh tribe (held on specific days), where tribal communities gather wearing traditional attire and ornaments while trading forest produce and handicrafts. Continue to Koraput and visit the Tribal Museum, showcasing fascinating exhibits of tribal costumes, tools, musical instruments, and cultural artifacts. Later, continue to Jeypore and check in to your hotel. Overnight stay in Jeypore.

Day 5: Jeypore – Onukadelli – Lamtaput – Jeypore

Drive: Approx. 150 km | Full-Day Excursion

After breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion to Onukadelli to witness the famous Bonda tribal market (held on Thursdays), where one of India's oldest tribal communities gathers in traditional dress and distinctive bead ornaments. Continue to Lamtaput to visit the Gadaba tribe, known for their colorful attire, weaving traditions, music, and dance. Interact with local villagers and gain insight into their unique customs before returning to Jeypore in the evening. Overnight stay in Jeypore.

Day 6: Jeypore – Kunduli – Nandapur – Jeypore

Drive: Approx. 120 km | Full-Day Excursion

After breakfast, visit the bustling Kunduli tribal market (held on Fridays), one of the largest tribal markets in Odisha, where Paraja, Mali, and other indigenous communities gather to trade spices, vegetables, textiles, jewelry, and forest produce. Later, continue to the historic town of Nandapur, the ancient capital of the Jeypore Kingdom, where you will explore temples, archaeological remains, and the famous Throne of Thirty-Two Steps before returning to Jeypore. Overnight stay in Jeypore.

Day 7: Jeypore – Araku Valley – Borra Caves – Visakhapatnam

Drive: Approx. 220 km | 6–7 hrs

After breakfast, travel through the spectacular Eastern Ghats towards Visakhapatnam. En route, admire the lush coffee plantations, tribal villages, and panoramic viewpoints of Araku Valley before exploring the impressive Borra Caves, famous for their magnificent limestone stalactites and stalagmites. Continue through the scenic mountain roads to Visakhapatnam, where you will check in to your hotel. Overnight stay in Visakhapatnam.

Day 8: Visakhapatnam Sightseeing – Departure

After breakfast, explore the highlights of Visakhapatnam with visits to the fascinating Submarine Museum, scenic Kailasagiri Hill Park, and the historic Simhachalam Temple, renowned for its beautiful architecture and religious importance. Later, relax at the picturesque Rishikonda Beach before enjoying free time for shopping or leisure, depending on your flight schedule. You will then be transferred to Visakhapatnam Airport for your onward journey, concluding your memorable tribal and cultural exploration of Eastern India.