Destinations :-
Kolkata – Bhubaneswar – Sambhalpur – Boudh – Bissam Cuttack – jeypore- Malkangiri – Rayagada – Taptapani – Bhubaneswar - kolkata
Duration :- 13 Nights 14 Days
The textile tour of India takes you to places well known for their weaves and textiles like Bhubaneshwar, Kolkata, Sambhalpur, Boudh, Bissam Cuttack , Jeypore and several other places. This package is apt for designers seeking inspiration from textiles, handlooms, fabric and weaves rooted in India. A brief itinerary of this 14 days tour package is mentioned below for your reference.
Day 1. Arrive at Kolkata
The textile tour of India will commence with your arrival at Kolkata. Our representative will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel for a comforting overnight stay.
Day 2. Kolkata
Savor delicious breakfast at the hotel and proceed for sightseeing in Kolkata. The city houses some fabulous pieces of colonial architecture like Fort William and the iconic Howrah Bridge. The other places of interest are Jawahar Shishu Bhawan, Indian museum, Kalighat Kali Temple and Nakhoda Mosque. After the sightseeing tour, get back to the hotel in the evening for overnight stay.
Day 3. Kolkata - Bhubaneshwar
This morning post breakfast you will be driven to the airport to board the flight to Bhubaneshwar. Also known as the temple city of India- Bhubaneshwar is a delightful site to visit with its adorned temples scattered through the length and breadth of the town. The most popular alluring tourist spots of the city are Lingaraj Temple, Rajarani Temple, Mukteshwar Temple and the ancient rock-cut caves of Khandgiri and Udaygiri. Bhubaneshwar is popular for its tie and die textiles, so in the evening pay you will be taken to witness this astonishing art industry. Overnight stay in Bhubaneshwar.
Day 4. Bhubaneshwar - Sambhalpur
Today after having breakfast at the hotel you will leave for Sambhalpur. While driving to Sambhalpur you will visit the textile village enroute - Nuapatna. You will see a different way of weaving in the handlooms of Nuapatna where people have been in involved in weaving since generations. Later resume your drive to Sambhalpur where on arrival you will be transferred to the hotel for unwinding. The world famous Sambhalpuri textiles have their origin from this city and Sambhalpuri sarees with intricate prints are popular attire of Indian women which you must also take home as a souvenir. Afterwards visit the popular tourist attractions of the town like the Huma temple, Hirakund dam and the Ushakothi wildlife sanctuary. Overnight stay in Sambhalpur.
Day 5. Sambhalpur - Boudh
Post breakfast visit the weaver's villages to know how Sambhalpuri sarees are made with double side 'ikat' designs beautifully woven in multicolored threads. Later you will be driven to Boudh - town famous for its silk sarees. On arrival you will be transferred to the hotel where after resting for few hours you will be taken to explore the textile market adorned with beautiful cotton tie and dye sarees, Bomkai silk sarees and silk tie and die sarees. Overnight stay in Boudh.
Day 6. Boudh - Bissam Cuttack
This morning you will be driven to Bissam Cuttack. Enroute to Bissam Cuttack you will visit the weaver's villages of Phulbani and Kutia Kondh villages and experience the vibes of rural India. Later resume your drive to Bissam Cuttack where you will be transferred to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 7. Bissam Cuttack - Jeypore
This morning you will be driven straight to one of the Dongeria Kondh villages. The area is inhabited by tribals and you will witness their innovative art and handloom textiles here. Enjoy trekking in the rustic surroundings and visit Chatikona to explore their weekly market held on every Wednesday. In the evening you will be driven to Jeypore where on arrival you will be transferred to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 8. Jeypore
Today post breakfast you will be exploring Jeypore and will get a chance to have a peek into the living style of the tribes. It would be a unique experience to watch the daily life of the tribal population of the area. The Parajas tribe displays a delightful dance performance which you can witness in the evening. You can also explore the local markets of town and buy stuff to take back home. Overnight stay in Jeypore.
Day 9. Jeypore – Malkangiri
This morning after breakfast you will leave for Malkangiri enroute visiting Mathili and also exploring the Friday market. On arrival you will be transferred to the hotel f for a relaxing stay. In Malkangiri you will the nearby villages have an insight regarding the local art and culture. Overnight stay in Malkangiri.
Day 10. Malkangiri – Rayagada
Today post breakfast you will be driven to Rayagada enroute visiting Mudulipada and Koraput. The popular tourist attractions around the town are Bonda hill and Ammakunda. Later resume your drive to Rayagada where on arrival you will be transferred to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 11. Rayagada – Taptapani
After having breakfast at the hotel, today you will be driven to the town of Taptapani. On the way you will get a chance to witness the popular war dance of tribals at Langia Saura village. Start off again to Taptapani and on arrival in the town retires to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 12. Taptapani – Bhubneshwar
Post breakfast you will be taken for a delightful boat ride in the Chilika Lake – India’s largest saltwater lake. You will also visit the Kalijai Temple situated on an island at the centre of the lake. Later in the evening you will be driven back to Bhubaneshwar where you’ll be transferred to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 13. Bhubaneshwar - Kolkata
This morning depart for a city tour of Bhubneshwar visiting places like the ISKON temple, Bindu Sarovar, tribal museum and the Brahmeshwara Temple. Later you will be driven to the airport to board the flight to Kolkata where on arrival; you will be escorted to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 14. Kolkata - Departure
This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, you will be dropped at the airport on time to board the flight back home.
