Shravasti Sightseeing Day Tour from Lucknow
Lucknow
12 Hours
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12 Hours
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Hindi & English
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Trip Overview
Get a hassle-free day tour in a private air-conditioned vehicle from Capital city Lucknow to cultural city of Bithoor
Highlights
- A journey keeping in mind the hassle-free nature of travel.
- No worries about driving your own vehicle and getting tired at the end of tour
- Service of an experienced driver and a well-maintained car.
Detailed overview
- Shravasti, located in Uttar Pradesh, India, is an ancient city with deep historical and religious significance. It holds a prominent place in Buddhism as it was the favorite retreat of Lord Buddha and the site of many important discourses. Today, Shravasti attracts visitors with its archaeological ruins, including the Jetavana Monastery and Anathapindika's Stupa, offering a glimpse into its glorious past and providing a serene atmosphere for spiritual exploration.
Shravasti Sightseeing Day Tour Itinerary
- Start your day early in the morning from your Lucknow hotel/residence to reach Shravasti timely. The distance between the two cities is approximately 170 kilometers, and the journey takes around 4-5 hours.
Once you reach Shravasti, start your tour by visiting - Jetavana Monastery: This ancient Buddhist site holds great significance as it was one of the favorite retreats of Lord Buddha. Explore the ruins of the monastery complex and admire the architectural remnants. Take your time to absorb the serene atmosphere of this sacred place.
- Anathapindika's Stupa: visit Anathapindika's Stupa, also known as the Ananda Bodhi Tree. It is believed to be the spot where Lord Buddha delivered several important discourses. The stupa is surrounded by lush greenery and offers a peaceful ambiance for reflection and meditation.
- Saheth and Maheth: Proceed to Saheth and Maheth, which are the archaeological sites in Shravasti. These sites contain the remains of ancient stupas, monasteries, and other structures related to Buddhism. Take a closer look to learn more about the history and significance of these archaeological sites.
- Take a break and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Shravasti. You can savor traditional North Indian cuisine or explore local specialties.
- Angulimala's Stupa: After lunch, visit Angulimala's Stupa, which is believed to be the site where the notorious dacoit-turned-monk Angulimala was transformed by Lord Buddha's teachings. The stupa stands as a symbol of redemption and spiritual transformation.
- Mahaparinirvana Temple: Conclude your day tour by visiting the Mahaparinirvana Temple, dedicated to Lord Buddha's final resting place. The temple houses a beautiful reclining statue of Buddha, depicting his attainment of nirvana. Spend some time in prayer or contemplation in this serene setting.
After exploring Shravasti, it's time to head back to Lucknow. Board your transport and enjoy the scenic journey back to the city.
Please note that the availability of specific attractions and opening hours.
This is not a guided tour
Basic Details
Start Point
Lucknow
Finish Point
Lucknow
Start time
5:00 am
6:00 am
7:00 am
8:00 am
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Category
Trip Code
O914A3598
Inclusions
- All transportation using a private air-conditioned cab.
- Pick-up & drop from hotel/residence in Lucknow.
- The driver and fuel charges.
- Cab usage limit of 400 kilometres.
Exclusions
- Any monuments entry fees
- Any parking and toll charges.
- Any meal or beverage for the customer.
- Anything else not specified in the inclusions above.
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Important Information
- This is not a guided tour.
- Pick-up only from city limits.
- Sedans (4-seater) models provided are Suzuki Dzire, Toyota Etios or similar.
- SUV (6-seater) models provided are Toyota Innova, Mahindra Xylo, Suzuki Ertiga or similar.
- The tour has a kilometre limit of 400 kilometres. Distance is calculated from the pick-up point till the drop point.
- After 400 kilometres, additional per kilometre charge will be applicable (to be paid directly to the driver).
- For Sedan (4-seater) - Rs. 12 per km (additional kilometer charge).
- For SUV (6-seater) - Rs. 15 per km (additional kilometre charge).
- Night charge of Rs. 250 is applicable if the cab service is between 10:00 pm to 6:00 am.
- The driver will know the local language, English speaking driver can be requested for during the booking in "Special Request" section, though the same cannot be promised
Meet-up Information/Reporting Point
- Hotel/residence pick-up and drop (within city limits)
- The driver will pick you up directly from your hotel or specified pick up point. Please enter the full pick up address at the checkout page
- The driver and cab details will be shared with you 4 hours prior to the tour start time
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