Bhubaneswar guided tour: Dhauli Shanti Stupa & temples by car

Temple city in a morning: Lingaraja, Mukteswara and the peace pagoda

A 4-hour guided tour of Bhubaneswar by air-conditioned car visits Dhauli Shanti Stupa, Lingaraja Temple, Mukteswara Temple and other sacred sites with a storytelling guide who speaks English and Hindi. The tour includes hotel or meeting-point pickup, local recommendations and a guide trained to explain the city's history and culture. Entry fees to historical sites are separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sightseeing tour of Bhubaneswar temples

• Explore Odisha's capital city
• Visit Lingaraja Temple
• Visit Mukteswara and nearby temples
• Explore Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves
• Visit Sri Ram temple

The experience

You have a free afternoon in Bhubaneswar and want to see the temples without arranging transport yourself. This tour picks you up in an air-conditioned car and moves through the city's oldest and most visited sacred sites in four hours. The guide speaks English and Hindi, and knows the stories behind each place: the architecture, the dedications, the role each temple played in the city's life. You're not rushing. The pace lets you stand in front of Lingaraja Temple, one of Bhubaneswar's oldest, and take in the detail before moving on.

The route covers Mukteswara Temple and nearby shrines like Rajarani and Ananta Vasudeva, then heads to Dhauli Shanti Stupa, the hilltop Buddhist peace pagoda. From there you walk through Udayagiri and Khandagiri, two adjacent hills with caves carved in the 1st century BCE: some natural, some cut by hand as living quarters and meditation spaces. The guide walks with you and points out the carved details and the history layered into the stone. You also visit Sri Ram Temple, which houses images of Lord Rama, Lord Lakshman and Goddess Sita. By the end you have photos, stories and a sense of how the city's temples shaped its identity.

The car stays air-conditioned between stops, and the guide offers local tips for where to eat or what to see next if you want to explore on your own. You choose between a sedan or an SUV at checkout, depending on your group size or preference. Entry fees to the historical sites are not included and are paid separately on arrival.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned sedan or SUV car for the full 4 hours.
• pickup from your hotel or a meeting point in Bhubaneswar.
• English and Hindi-speaking guide trained in the city's history and culture.
• local tips and recommendations for food and further exploration.

Options for this experience

2 options

Sedan Car Sightseeing TourUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English or Hindi · 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00City sightseeing, budget option. Duration: 8 hours. Includes snacks and a water bottle, sedan car, and pickup is included.

Sightseeing Tour by SUVUp to 5 per booking · Guide in English or Hindi · 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00Premium sightseeing tour. Duration: 8 hours. Includes a water bottle and snacks, MUV or SUV, and pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00

Book up to6h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Hindi

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Yo Tours Goa

Is this one for you?Book the sedan if you're traveling solo or as a couple. Choose the SUV if your group is larger or you're bringing luggage. Either way, the fixed 4-hour route fits a free afternoon and covers all the major temples and the stupa without requiring you to navigate the city yourself.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Hindi.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between the sedan and SUV options on this tour?

The sedan car suits smaller groups or couples. The SUV has more space and is better for families or groups of four or more with luggage.

Does the tour include entry to the temples and caves?

No, entry fees to Dhauli Shanti Stupa, the temples and Udayagiri-Khandagiri caves are paid separately when you arrive at each site.

What is Dhauli Shanti Stupa and why is it on this tour?

Dhauli Shanti Stupa is a hilltop Buddhist peace pagoda in Bhubaneswar, built as a symbol of non-violence. It's one of the city's most recognizable landmarks and offers views across the surrounding area. The tour includes it as the centerpiece of the half-day itinerary.

Can I do this tour if I've never been to Bhubaneswar before?

Yes, the tour is designed for first-time visitors. The guide explains the city's history, culture and architecture at each stop, so you don't need prior knowledge to follow along.

Is lunch included, and where do we eat?

Lunch is not included in the tour price. The guide offers local recommendations for where to eat if you want to stop, but any meal is at your own expense.

How much walking is involved in this tour?

Most of the tour is by car between sites. At Udayagiri and Khandagiri, you walk through the cave complex with the guide. The walk is moderate and suitable for all fitness levels.