Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka

Bharat Bhavan

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.

Sanchi Stupas & Udaygiri Caves Day Trip From Bhopal

Visit the abandoned Union Carbide factory and the actual sites where the Bhopal Gas Tragedy disaster took place. This will help you to understand the consequences of the world's worst industrial disaster. Interact with your personal guide to understand the progress and the remedies that have taken place since this tragedy happened and more.

4-Hour Private Tour of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy Site

On this day trip from Bhopal, drive to Sanchi and visit the 3rd century Buddhist Stupa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a pilgrimage destination for Buddhists from around the world. Also visit the 5th century Udaygiri Caves situated near the town of Vidisha. The 20 rock cut caves contain some of the oldest surviving temples in India.

Highlights
 • Great Stupa of Sanchi 
 • Ashoka Pillar 
 • 5th century Udayagiri Caves

Private Full-Day Tour Of Sanchi And Udayagiri From Bhopal

About 30 miles from Bhopal lies the ancient town of Sanchi that is famous for its  Buddhist Stupa. The Great Stupa at Sanchi is one of the oldest stone structures in India and was originally commissioned by the Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC. On this day-trip from Bhopal visit the UNESCO Heritage site of Sanchi Stupa and the 11th century Udayeshwara Temple that is situated 40 miles from Sanchi.

Highlights
 • 54 feet high hemisphere of Sanchi Stupa 
 • Four ornate gateways 
 • 11th century Udayeshwara Mahadeva Temple

Excursion To Sanchi Stupa And Udayeshwara Temple From Bhopal With Lunch

An incredible journey back to the Old Stone Age to marvel at cave paintings made 30,000 years ago. Explore rock shelters that were home to our ancestors millennia ago! The rich flora and fauna surrounding these, indeed, make Bhimbetka a gift to us from our earliest ancestors. At Bhojpur, visit a temple dedicated to a 11th century ruler who was farsighted and a patron of art, literature, and architecture. He even wrote a treatise on civil engineering called Samarangana Sutradhara!

Day Trip Bhopal to Bhimbetka Caves World Heritage and Bhojpur

Embark on a fascinating day trip from Bhopal to explore the ancient wonders of Bhimbetka Rock Shelters and the majestic Bhojpur Temple. Your adventure begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Bhopal, leading you to the archaeological marvel of Bhimbetka. Discover the rock shelters that showcase the earliest traces of human life on the Indian subcontinent, dating back to the Paleolithic age. Marvel at stone age rock paintings that offer a glimpse into the rich history of the region, some of which are around 30,000 years old. Following this historical exploration, proceed to Bhojpur, home to a renowned Shiva temple. Admire the craftsmanship of one of India's largest lingas, meticulously carved from a single rock. After a day filled with archaeological wonders, return to Bhopal and conclude your tour with a drop-off at your hotel.

Bhimbetka Rock Shelters & Bhojpur Temple Day Trip From Bhopal

Enjoy visiting the neolithic age site of massive rock shelters at this UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Bhimbetka ancient rock shelters and the Bhojpur temple. A personal chauffeur and private guide will provide you with all attention and information you could want on this 8-hour tour.

Full-Day Private Tour from Bhopal to Bhojpur and Bhimbetka

Take the worry out of your departure to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 6 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis at the hotel, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.

Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport

Private Full-Day Tour Of Sanchi And Udayagiri From Bhopal With Lunch

About 30 miles from Bhopal, the capital of the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, lie the historic Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka. A UNESCO World Heritage site, these are five clusters of natural rock shelters that date back to the Mesolithic age. The well preserved paintings in some of these caves are as old as 30,000 years. On this day-excursion from Bhopal visit these caves before continuing your drive to the nearby town of Bhojpur. In Bhojpur visit the 11th century Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. One of the biggest lingas (a phallic structure that is a symbol of Shiva) made from a single stone can be seen here.

Highlights
 • 30,000 years old cave paintings of Bhimbetka 
 • 7.5 feet high Shiva lingam at Bhojpur 
 • 11th century architectural plans engraved on rocks in Bhojpur

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