Full-Day Private Tour to Bhojpur and Bhimbetka Caves from Bhopal with Lunch

8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

About this activity

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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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: SITA World Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 02 bottles of mineral water per person
Included: Lunch (beverage excluded)
Included: Local English speaking guide
Included: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Additional food or drink
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Bhimbetka Caves

4 hours Admission included

You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to the foothills of the Vindhyachal mountains where the Mesolithic era Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka are situated. There are around 750 Rock Shelters that are to be found on seven hills spread over an area of six miles. These caves contain the earliest traces of human life on the Indian subcontinent.

Of the 750 Rock Shelters, 500 contain well preserved cave paintings that dates back 30,000 years ago. These cave paintings bear a striking resemblance to those found in Australia, the Kalahari desert in Africa and Lascaux in France. Spend some time in this historical art gallery marvelling at the skills of these ancient humans. A notable painting in these caves is that of a bison attacking a man. What is noteworthy is that the painting is visible only when the sun is at a certain point in the sky.

After the visit to the caves, take a lunch break (beverage excluded) at a local restaurant.
Bhojeshwar Temple

4 hours

After lunch drive to the town of Bhojpur, a 45 minute drive away, and visit its celebrated temple that is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. This 11th century temple houses one of the biggest lingas in India and it is made out of a single rock.

For reasons that are still unknown, the construction of this temple was halted midway and it remains incomplete to date. One can see architectural plans engraved on the surrounding rocks and unfinished materials abandoned at the site. The architectural drawings carved on the rocks and the mason's marks have helped scholars understand the temple construction techniques of 11th-century India.

The temple has been designated as a Monument of National Importance by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).

At the end of the tour, you will be driven back to Bhopal and dropped off at your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Bhopal Bhopal, India See on map

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

End point

Bhopal Bhopal, India See on map

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

Pickup points

Hotel Jaishree Palace
OYO 12341 Madhuram Landmark
Courtyard by Marriott Bhopal
OYO 27652 Platinum Stays
Treebo Trend Taste Of India
OYO 4406 Hotel Arya Palace
Cosy Guest House Near Indus Garden
OYO 22249 Singing Birds Home Stay
Neelima Palace And Marriage Garden
Hotel D'Savoy
FabExpress Comfortable Stay
OYO 30182 Ole Homes Chunabhatti

and 128 more pickup points

We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point wiithin city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.

Using your ticket

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
A moderate amount of walking is involved. Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and hats are highly recommended.
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.
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult