Overview
Embark on a captivating day trip from Bhopal to explore the historical wonders of Sanchi and Udaygiri. Your journey begins with a pickup from your hotel in Bhopal, leading to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sanchi, situated on a serene hill.
Marvel at the group of stupas, monasteries, temples, and pillars dating from the 3rd BCE to the 12th CE, with the iconic Sanchi Stupa housing the relics of Buddha and his followers. Built by Emperor Ashoka, it stands as a remarkable testament to Buddhist art and architecture.
Sanchi uniquely represents Buddha through symbols rather than figures. Next, venture to the Udayagiri Caves, an early Hindu ritual site extensively carved and reworked during the Gupta Empire. Witness rock-shelters, petroglyphs, ruins, and inscriptions that offer a glimpse into ancient history. After a day filled with exploration, return to Bhopal and conclude your tour with a drop-off at your hotel.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
English speaking local guide, if option selected.
Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
Lunch, if option selected.
Government Taxes.
Bottled water in the car.
Camera charges at monuments.
Gratuities and optional activities.
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Bhopal
Pick up from your hotel in Bhopal for a full day excursion to Sanchi & Udaygiri (60kms one way)
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Sanchi
2 hours
Sanchi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a serene hill crowned by a group of stupas, monasteries, temples and pillars dating from 3rd BCE to 12th CE. Sanchi Stupa is home to the relics of Buddha and his followers. Built by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE, it is a remarkable specimen of Buddhist art and architecture. Sanchi`s uniqueness lies in the fact that Buddha isn`t represented by figures but through symbols.
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Udayagiri Caves
2 hours
Udayagiri Caves are early Hindu ritual site, they were extensively carved and reworked under the command of Chandragupta II, Emperor of the Gupta Empire, in the late 4th and 5th century AD. Udayagiri has a series of rock-shelters and petroglyphs, ruined buildings, inscriptions, water systems, fortifications and habitation mounds, all of which have been only partially excavated.
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Bhopal
2 hours
After sightseeing drive back to Bhopal and drop off to your hotel.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about Sanchi Stupas & Udaygiri Caves Day Trip From Bhopal
Can I cancel Sanchi Stupas & Udaygiri Caves Day Trip From Bhopal for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6–9 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- English speaking local guide, if option selected.
- Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
- Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
- Lunch, if option selected.
- Bottled water in the car.
What's not included?
- Camera charges at monuments.
- Gratuities and optional activities.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Which places does it visit?
It visits Sanchi, Udayagiri Caves.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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