Konark Dance Festival [Dec 2011]

Konark Dance Festival

Day 01 / Arrival Delhi Arrive Delhi, meet assist at the airport & transfer to hotel. Night stay in Delhi.

Day 02 / DelhiAfter a leisurely breakfast sightseeing tour of New Delhi where ornate buildings recall the days when Indiawas the Jewel in the crown of the British empire. Visit the 11th century Qutab Minar, India Gate and the grand government buildings, the President’s House, Red fort, Mahatama Gandhi Memorial, Also visit Laxmi Narayan temple popularly known as Birla Temple. Night stay in Delhi.

Day 03 / Delhi - Bhubaneshwar ( By flight )Morning transfer to airport to board the flight to Bhubaneshwar. Arrive Bhubaneshwar, meet assist at the airport and transfer to hotel. In the afternoon proceed for city tour covering PARASURAMESWARA TEMPLE:The state’s oldest surviving temple, built in 650 A.D. , LINGRAJ TEMPLE This temple, of the 11th century A.D. is also a fine exponent of the architecture of this region. Night stay in Bhubaneshwar.

Day 04 / BhubaneshwarFull day excursion to Buddhist triangle of Udaigiri, Ratnagiri and Lalitgiri. Night stay in Bhubaneshwar.

Day 05 / Bhubaneshwar - Puri ( By road ) After breakfast drive to this pious Indian town. Enroute visitng DHAULI A complex which has Emperor Ashoka’s rock edicts, and dates back to 03rd sanctuary B.C. Arrive Puri and transfer to hotel. Rest of the afternoon free to relax at beach. The fine white sands of Puri beach and the roar of the breakers rolling in from the Bay of Bengal have fascinated visitors throughout the ages.. Night stay in Puri.

Day 06 / Puri - Konarak excursion for famous Konark Festival
( approx. 01hr. drive for one way ) Today we will see Famous temple of LORD JAGANNATH PURIThe -one of the four most famous holy pilgrimages of the Hindus, (MATHS Monasteries) here are around 150 MATHS, located in narrow lanes, also see LOKNATH TEMPLE. Late afternoon drive to Konark to visit the Konark Festival. The sun temple in Konark is famed as a world heritage site. The exquisite 'Natyamandir' or the 'dancing hall' of this 700-year old shrine is an architectural wonder with well-adorned sculptures in Odissi dance poses.

This is the venue of a joyous festival of classical dance and music which is held annually on December. A host of celebrated dancers from all over the country perform in the open air auditorium. The festival is a celebration of the much appreciated Odissi, Bharathnatyam, Manipuri, Kathak and Chau Dance - a lavish feast for the eyes and ears. The sound of Ghungroo bells, flute and Pakhauj gives it a festive mood. There is also a crafts mela, with a variety of handicrafts and tasty cuisine during the festival. Night stay in Puri.

Day 07 / Puri - Konarak excursion for famous Konark Festival
( approx. 01hr. drive for one way ) After breakfast day free to relax at beach. Late afternoon drive to Konark to visit the Konark Festival. Night stay in Puri.

Day 08 / Puri - Bhubaneshwar ( by road ) DepartureAfter breakfast drive to Bhubaneshwar to board the flight for Delhi or Kolkata for onwards flight back to your home.

Includes:» 07 Nights accommodation as per the itinerary with daily breakfast.
» All transfers & Sightseeing as per the Itinerary by exclusive Air Conditioner Car.
» Surface travel by exclusive Air Conditioner Car.
» Entry ticket for Konark dance festival ticket.
» Local English speaking Guides .
» All taxes, driver allowances, parking, fuel charges.

Does not include:» Any Airfares.
» Entrance fee to the Monuments.
» Cost of personal nature like beverages, Tips, Laundry etc.
» Any item not shown in Cost includes.

Hotels Selected- Royal ( 5 * hotels)Delhi : The Metropolitan / The Lalit / The Grand
Bhubaneshwar : May fair Lagoon
Puri : May Fair beach Resort

Hotels Selected - Classic ( 4 star )Delhi: The Connaught / Hotel City Park
Bhubaneshwar : Swosti Plaza
Puri : May Fair beach Resort

Hotels Selected - Jewel (3* - 4* & Heritage)Delhi: Gautam Dlx. / Hotel Blue Bell / De Gold
Bhubaneshwar : Hotel Swosti
Puri : Hans Coco Palm

Hotels Selected - EconomyDelhi: Gautam Dlx. / Hotel Blue Bell / De Gold
Bhubaneshwar : Hotel Swosti
Puri : Hans Coco Palm