Odisha women group tour - Sand Art & Konark Dance Festival

Odisha – Sand Art and Konark Dance Festival

Odisha

6 Days

Light Walk/Climb (1-3 km/day)

Starts in 30 weeks

START DATE

1 DEC, Tue

END DATE

6 DEC, Sun

₹ 50,000

₹49,000*

on double sharing

* 5% GST extra

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Odisha – Sand Art and Konark Dance Festival

₹ 50,000

₹ 49,000 * 5% GST extra

START DATE

1 DEC, Tue

END DATE

6 DEC, Sun

₹ 50,000

₹ 49,000 * 5% GST extra

Odisha is a highly underrated destination. Join our Odisha women group tour to visit a slice of this beautiful land. Attend two of the most sought after festivals in the country – Konark Dance Festival and the Sand Art Festival. Explore the aquatic life at the Chilika Lake on a boat ride and try the sumptuous Oriya food. Go for an e-rickshaw ride through the lanes of Puri. Shop to your heart’s content at Pipli’s craft bazaar and witness the Pattchitra art unfolding at Dandasahi. The Odisha group trip, though short, is a perfect window to Odisha – a rich amalgamation of history, heritage, art, food and nature.

Highlights

Experience culture at the Sand Art & Dance Festivals at Konark

Visit Jagannath Puri Temple, Lingaraja & Mukteshwar Temples

Take a morning boat ride on the Chilika Lake

Witness the architectural grandeur of the Konark Sun temple - UNESCO site

Important

We are covering two prominent cultural festivals, and visiting the Jagannath temple at Puri during our Odisha women-only group tour. Please expect these places to be crowded.

Getting there

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Arrive by 11 AM on 1 DEC

Bhubaneswar Airport (BBI)

Odisha

Return after 9 AM on 6 DEC

Bhubaneswar Airport (BBI)

Odisha

Itinerary

18°C - 30°C | Warm days, Pleasant nights

Chance of rain: Low

Note: This is a prediction. The weather may change

Day 1 : Reach Bhubaneshwar. State Tribal Museum. Udayagiri caves.

Arrivals

Walk: 2-3 hrs

Local attractions

Arrive at Bhubaneshwar. Check in to the hotel in Bhubaneswar. Visit at Odisha State Tribal Museum to understand the cultural diversity of the state. Explore Udayagiri Caves in the evening. Overnight at Bhubaneshwar.

Weather in Odisha will be pleasant. It will be warm during the day and can get cold during the evenings and early mornings especially near beaches.

We will try some local Oriya dishes in our Odisha heritage tour. Regular rice, dal, and sabzi will form most of the meals. And of course desserts! The staple in Odisha is rice, so rotis will not be available everywhere.

Parul A

...what set F5 apart from other groups is small size of group, excellent selection and training provided to tour lead, great itinerary research including shopping, food etc and relaxed pace of the trip. It did not seem like we were rushing fron one place to another. There was lot of flexibility due to small group.

Day 2 : Lingaraja Temple. Kala Bhoomi. Pipli. Puri.

Drive: 2-3 hrs

Walk: 2-3 hrs

Local attractions

Explore more of Bhubaneswar today, Visit to the Lingaraja and Mukteshwar Temple. Understand the rich art and crafts of Odisha at the Kala Bhoomi museum. Proceed to Puri after lunch. On the way visit Pipli, a village which dates back to the 10th century where craftsmen predominantly made applique handicrafts. Overnight at Puri.

Lingaraj Temple and Puri Jagannath temple do not allow Non-Hindus. This policy is more enforced in case of Non-Indians as the difference is easily spottable.

This is the east so the morning will be early and the day will get over early too. Please cooperate with your lead.

FUN FACT!

Did you know? Though today Pipili’s applique art can be seen in hanging lamps, bags, bed sheets and other products, it was originally started to decorate the umbrellas and canopies (Chandua) for the annual Lord Jagannath Yatra procession!

Day 3 : Chilika Lake. Boat Ride. Jagannath Puri Temple.

Drive: 4-5 hrs

Walk: 1-2 hrs

Boat ride

A visit to Odisha cannot be completed without exploring the amazing biodiversity of Chilika lake, the largest coastal lagoon in India. Take a boat ride across the lake and spot the Irrawaddy river dolphins with our dolphin sathis. After lunch, return to Puri and visit the Jagannath Puri Temple. Overnight at Puri.

Sightings of Dolphins cannot be guaranteed. Climate change has affected the water level and military testing and tourist activities have affected the migration patterns. Please also note that the Irrawaddy Dolphins do not have snouts and look different from the popular images of dolphins.

Tourism in Odisha is still picking up, so options of stays/restaurants at remote places are limited. The lunch today will be basic but that area deserves a visit.

Kritika Sharma

I loved my trips to Odisha as it was well planned by F5escape. This was my second trip and I loved every bit of it. The hotel rooms were good and the itinerary for 5 days was well planned. Looking forward for many more such trips with them.

Day 4 : Konark Temple. Sand Art & Konark Dance Festival.

Drive: 1-2 hrs

Walk: 2-3 hrs

Cultural & Heritage

After breakfast, proceed to Konark. Visit the famous Konark Sun temple, designed in the shape of a colossal chariot with seven horses, carrying the Sun God, Lord Surya. Check into your hotel. After lunch, proceed to the Chandrabhaga beach and spend the rest of the afternoon and early evening exploring the Sand Art festival. By 5:00, move to the venue of the Konark Dance Festival and enjoy the various dance performances. Overnight at Konark.

Today we will be attending two major attractions - The Sand Art Festival and Konark Dance Festival. Do expect crowds at the venues. Please cooperate with your trip-lead to be at the venue on time , so you can enjoy it thoroughly.

The Sun Temple at Konark is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

FUN FACT!

Did you know? The name ‘Konark’ is a combination of the words kona (Sanskrit: corner or angle) and Arka (the sun).

Day 5 : Dandasahi. Gotipua. Dhauli. Bhubaneshwar

Drive: 4-5 hrs

Walk: ~1 hr

Art & Culture

You can visit the sand art sculptures once again on the beach. Spend some calm beach time. After breakfast, proceed to the artisan’s village of Dandasahi, housing families practicing the Pattachitra and palm leaves paintings, for generations. See a demonstration, understand the intricacies and have a meal with them. Witness Gotipua – an acrobatic folk dance inspired by the life of Radha and Krishna. Proceed to Bhubaneshwar. Visit the Dhauli stupa on the way. Finally, check in to your hotel in Bhubaneswar. Overnight at Bhubaneshwar.

At Dandasahi, we will be visiting the artisan’s village and home. You can see a live demonstration of the painting, understand the intricacies, have a meal with the artisans and experience the magic of Gotipua acrobatic folk dance.

Fanny Nathaniel

The last day of the tour had many very pleasant and enriching experiences! F5 had organised a dance performance by village girls, that was an ancient form of Odissi combining acrobatics that left us stunned!

Day 6 : Flyout. Trip Ends.

Return flights

After breakfast, get dropped at the airport for your return journey. Our Odisha all women group tour ends.

You can book your return tickets anytime after 9 AM. Hotel check-out is at 10 AM.

S M

I visited Odisha with F5escapes. This was my first trip with them. The itinerary was very well thought of. It included all the important siteseeing places and timed well...Overall it was a wonderful experience. Hope to book another tour with them soon.

Important

We are covering two prominent cultural festivals, and visiting the Jagannath temple at Puri during our Odisha women-only group tour. Please expect these places to be crowded.

Add ons

Single Occupancy Supplement: INR 22,500 + 5% GST

Children (5 yrs to 10 yrs): INR 45,000 + 5% GST

Adolescents (11 yrs to 17 yrs): INR 50,000 + 5% GST

Inclusions & exclusions

Inclusions

We want to enable you to travel wallet free. That’s why, when you travel with us, we take care of most of your travelling expenses. Our Odisha group tour package includes:

All meals – Starting with Lunch on Day 1 and ending with Breakfast on Day 6

Transport in an AC vehicle throughout the trip as per itinerary

All stay on a twin/double sharing basis.

All entry charges and permits.

Dolphin spotting boat ride on Chilika Lake

Guide at Udayagiri Caves

Guide at Lingaraj Temple.

Guide for Puri Jagannath Temple

Guide at Konark Sun Temple.

Guide for Dandasahi Pattachitra Demonstration

Cultural program at Dandasahi

Guidance of a F5 Tour Leader

Exclusions

Some expenses are excluded (especially those of personal preferences) and will have to be taken care of by the individual. Exclusions include:

Shopping

Food other than inclusions

Packaged water

Camera charges

Tips and personal expenses – medication, shopping, etc.

Flights/Train to Bhubaneshwar and back, from your city of residence.

Any cost arising due to natural calamities, personal flight delays and aspects beyond our control. We will definitely facilitate an alternative and handle the contingency, the cost being yours.

5 % GST

Policy

Terms & Conditions

REFUNDS/CANCELLATION:

15% of the trip cost if cancelled 90 days or more in advance.

25% of the trip cost if cancelled 89 – 60 days in advance.

50% of the trip cost if it is cancelled 59 to 16 days in advance.

Last 15 days – no show – the entire amount will be forfeited.

If you use our services to book flights, cancellation charges will apply.

DISCLAIMER

All our trips are well-researched, including identifying access to medical facilities. In case of a medical emergency, F5 will assist the traveler in getting medical attention.

F5 Escapes is in no way responsible for any untoward incident happening due to the ignorance/negligence of the guests, natural/man-made calamities, accidents or any other events that are out of human control during the trip.

F5 reserves the right to cancel the trip under certain conditions – in such a case, the amount will be refunded in full.

FAQs

What type of accommodation will be provided?

We select accommodation based on their uniqueness/character, location, cleanliness and comfort, hospitality, food quality, and more. Hence, we work with a variety of stays - boutique hotels, heritage properties, well appointed standard hotels, premium homestays etc. You can download the pdf itinerary for more details on the stays being used in the women group trip to Odisha in December 2026.

Will there be a lot of walking/climbing on the Odisha group tour?

There will be moderate walking on all days and some steps to climb, especially during temple visit.There will be some walking/climbing for the Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves.

Will there be a lot of tourists at the festivals?

We will be attending two major attractions (The Sand Art Festival & Konark Dance Festival) during the Odisha ladies group tour. Do expect tourists at the venues. Please cooperate with your trip-lead to be at the venue on time, so you can enjoy it thoroughly.

What type of food will be available?

Regular Indian food like rice, dal, subzi will be available. We will also be trying local Odiya dishes and desserts. Both veg-and non-veg dishes will be available. The staple in Odisha is rice, so rotis will not be available everywhere.

As a solo-female traveller, can I join the Odisha group tour?

Absolutely! We design our women group tours to make it convenient, fun, and safe for women travellers. While solo-female trips give you the autonomy to pace your trip, travelling with female travel groups in India group is hassle-free and without the mental load of planning and organising. You travel with a group of like-minded women, make new friends, and share experiences for a lifetime. Join our Odisha women trip to experience the joy of travelling with your tribe.

What are the company policies on smoking/drinking?

Note on Smoking and Alcohol policy: Everyone joining is an adult and we realize that we cannot dictate the behavior on how you should enjoy the trip. All we ask is to drink responsibly. Hangover delays are going to cost a lot, and will not be tolerated at all. So please do not test your limits and enjoy in moderation. Also, do respect your roommate’s comfort levels with the alcohol smell and avoid drinking in the room if she is not comfortable. If you smoke, please do so outside the room, even if the rooms have ashtray.

How does F5 Escapes promote responsible and sustainable tourism?

When we travel, we visit somebody’s home, be it a city, village or a place of stay. We treat them with utmost respect. We encourage all our guests to leave no trace, only footprints. We recommend carrying one's own steel water bottles. Most places of stay we partner with provide clean drinking water and water is available for refill. Small shift, big impact. We are mindful about our group not littering the destination. We try choosing vendors who make a conscious effort to employ locals, thereby enabling us to give back to the local economy. We encourage local handicrafts and on several trips we visit local artisans. We try to reduce overcrowding by travelling in small groups of maximum 12 people. We support women-led enterprises and seek them out on our travels. We work with local organisations across India involved in conservation, culture preservation and employment generation.

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All that was expected and more

I like the focus on historical sites and the excellent guides that are provided..The Odissa tour was all that was expected and more .(...) the lead had awesome energy and her attention to detail was thoroughly appreciated , for my 6:30 am departure from hotel she organised a packed breakfast !!!!

- A Shetty