Morning drive to the town of Sanchi in the Central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. Visit the Great Stupa here, a large hemispherical structure that contains the relics of the Buddha.

The Stupa was commissioned in the 3rd century B.C. by Emperor Ashoka who was dismayed at the huge loss of life in his military campaigns and took solace in Buddhism. A large sandstone pillar stands on the grounds of the complex. After the visit to the Stupa, stop for lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant. Next visit the nearby Udayeshwara temple. This 11th century temple is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. The temple is built of sandstone and is enclosed with a dwarf compound wall, the outer face of which is richly carved. At the end of the tour, you will be driven back to Bhopal and dropped off at your hotel.