• Lalitagiri - Guests will be collected from their hotel in the morning and transported to Lalitagiri, located approximately 50 miles from Bhubaneswar. The journey to Lalitagiri takes about an hour and a half.

Dating back to the 1st century B.C., the Lalitagiri complex is recognized as one of the oldest Buddhist sites globally. The ruins reveal the remains of a large stupa on a hill and four monasteries. Two stone caskets containing relics of Lord Buddha were discovered in the stupa. One casket is believed to hold the bones of the Buddha. Additionally, a brick rainwater cistern has been unearthed at this location. Artefacts from the 9th and 10th centuries A.D. indicate that Tantric Buddhism was also practiced here. There are large stone statues of the Buddha in a standing position, a hallmark of the Gandhara School of Architecture. The artefacts uncovered from various excavations at this site are now housed in a museum on the premises of this complex.

• Ratnagiri - Following this, guests will proceed to Ratnagiri, a half-hour drive from Lalitagiri. Ratnagiri was home to a significant Buddhist monastery that thrived from the 5th to the 12th century A.D. A large stupa, numerous shrines, monasteries, and countless stone sculptures have been excavated here. Ratnagiri was a hub for Tantric Buddhism.

At the conclusion of the tour, guests can enjoy lunch (at their own expense) at a local restaurant.

After lunch, guests will be driven back to Bhubaneswar and returned to their hotel.

• 02 bottles of mineral water per person
• Local English speaking guide
• Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Food or drink, unless specified
• Gratuities

Bhubaneswar serves as the capital city of the eastern Indian state Odisha, formerly called Orissa. Approximately 50 miles away from Bhubaneswar are the historic Buddhist sites of Lalitagiri and Ratnagiri. Together with Udaygiri, these sites make up the ‘Diamond Triangle of Odisha’. This day trip from Bhubaneswar lets you explore the historic Buddhist locations of Lalitagiri and Ratnagiri that span from the 1st century B.C. to the 12th century A.D.

Key Features
• The Stone casket that holds Buddha’s relics at Lalitagiri
• Erect statues representing the Buddha
• Sculptures reflecting the Gandhara School of Architecture

• Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
• Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
• Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
• Ratnagiri Museum remains closed on Fridays.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.