One Day Budget-Friendly Vegetarian Tour of Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh for Solo Travellers

Day 1: Sanchi Historical Tour

Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh, India on June 4, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Madhur Vegetable

Start your day with a wholesome vegetarian breakfast featuring local favourites like poha and upma at this budget-friendly eatery open from 7am, ideal for solo travellers.
INR50, 0h30m

8:15am

Explore Sanchi Stupa Complex

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Great Stupa and surrounding stupas dating back to the 3rd century BCE, rich in Buddhist history and ancient Indian architecture. The site opens from 9am but arriving early ensures cooler temperatures and fewer crowds.
INR40, 3h0m

11:30am

Archaeological Museum

Next, head to the Sanchi Archaeological Museum nearby to see sculptures, relics, and artefacts from the region's Buddhist past. Opens from 10am to 5pm with affordable entry.
INR20, 1h0m

12:45pm

Lunch at Hotel Samrat

Enjoy a traditional vegetarian thali at this popular local restaurant known for its generous portions and budget prices, open from 12pm to 3pm, perfect for solo travellers.
INR150, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Ashoka Pillar

Walk to the nearby Ashoka Pillar, an important historical monument that includes inscriptions from Emperor Ashoka’s time, enhancing your understanding of India’s ancient history.
Free, 0h45m

3:00pm

Relax at Kalpavriksha Garden

Spend some peaceful time at Kalpavriksha Garden adjacent to the complex, a great spot for solo travellers to unwind amidst nature before the day's travel ends.
Free, 0h45m

4:00pm

Early Dinner at Sanchi Food Plaza

Wrap up your day with a light vegetarian dinner at Sanchi Food Plaza featuring dal, rice, and vegetable curries at very reasonable prices; they serve till 7pm.
INR100, 1h0m

5:15pm

Departure

Conclude your day tour and prepare for departure from Sanchi to your next destination, having experienced the rich cultural heritage on a low budget without an overnight stay.
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