Towards the East
Trip Name: Towards the East
Duration: 09 days
Destinations Covered: Kolkata- Basanti- Sajnekali- Kolkata- Puri- Konarak- Puri- Chilka Lake- Bhubaneshor- Kolkata
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Kolkata
Arrive Kolkata Hotel check-in is at 12.00 noon. Met on arrival by the our representative and transfer to your hotel.
Day 02: Kolkata
Early this morning we visit the Flower Market and later collect our permits from the Forest Department to visit the Delta Land of the Sunderbans. Visit the Victoria Memorial and the House of Mother Theresa, founder of the Creed of the Sisters of Charity.
Day 03: Kolkata/Basanti/Sajnekali
South of Kolkata are the Sunderbans, "beautiful forests" in Bangla, formed by the delta of the rivers Ganga and Bhramapurtra. It extends across the entire northern shore of the Bay of Bengal sea. They are the largest estuarine forests in the world. This morning we leave for Basanti from where we take a motor-launch over the delta waters to Sajnekali (2 hours), all the while looking out at the plethora of wildlife that abounds in these rich waters. On arrival check-in at the Tourist Lodge. Overnight at the Lodge.
Day 04: Sajnekali/Kolkata/Puri
The morning begins with a boat ride through the various creeks to experience the Sunderbans in all their pristine glory. In the afternoon you return to Kolkata in time to board your overnight train to Puri.
Day 05: Puri/Konarak/Puri
On arrival in Puri, transfer to your hotel. Later in the day we take an excursion to Konark. Konarak was once a center of Orissan Buddhism, but is now more famous for its Sun Temple erected in the 13th century. Leisure on the beach.
Day 06: Puri
This morning we visit Puri, one of the biggest pilgrimage centers in India. The afternoon is at
leisure on the beach.
Day 07: Puri/Chilka Lake/Bhubaneshwar
Early this morning we leave for the Chilka lake, a 1100 sq. km shallow inland sea, spreading 75 kms from north to south. Enjoy a boat cruise on the lake. Later continue back to Bhubaneshwar.
Day 08: Bhubaneshwar/Kolkata
This morning we visit Bhubaneshwar city of over a 1000 temples. Hotel checkout is 12.00 noon. The afternoon is free for independent shopping. In the late evening we transfer to the railway station in time for the overnight train to Kolkata.
Day 09: Kolkata/Departure
Assistance on arrival and transfer for your onward flight to depart India
Cost Includes & Excludes
Cost Includes
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis with daily buffet breakfast.
- Transportation by Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Sightseeing as per package details.
- Entrances Fees at Monuments (Except in the museum visit and camera fee)
- Service of Local English Speaking Guide
- All Applicable Taxes including 4.08 % Service Tax
Cost Excludes
- Meals at hotels except those listed in above inclusions.
- Entrance fees to the museums and camera fee.
- Expenses of personal nature such as tipping, porters, laundry, telephones, etc.
- Inland / International flights any
- All other than those listed in above inclusions
- Price excludes any supplement for Christmas & New Year Eve
Note: Hotels are subject to availability, please note that due to peak season starting from Oct onwards, most of hotels in 4- 5category are already fully booked for many dates starting from october, Once you finalise the booking, we shall start booking the hotels. It may be possible that we may have to go for a higher / lower category of hotels/ rooms in any place & we shall advice you of any supplement / reduction in the price.
