• 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, with one believed to hold the Buddha’s bones. A brick rainwater cistern has also been unearthed at this location. Artefacts from the 9th and 10th centuries A.D. indicate that Tantric Buddhism was practiced here. The site features large stone statues of the Buddha in a standing pose, typical of the Gandhara School of Architecture. The artefacts found during various excavations are now housed in a museum on the complex grounds.

• 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 (beverages not included) 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
• Lunch (beverage excluded)
• Local English speaking guide
• Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Food or drink, unless specified
• Gratuities

Bhubaneswar is the capital of the East Indian state of Odisha, until recently known as Orissa. About 50 miles from Bhubaneswar lie the ancient Buddhist Centers of Lalitagiri and Ratnagiri, which together with the site of Udaygiri form what is known as the

Highlights

• Stone casket containing the relics of the Buddha, Lalitagiri
• Standing statues of the Buddha
• Sculptures of 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.