3-Day Shravasti and Balrampur Tour with Wildlife and Tharu Culture
About This Tour
Discover the rich history and spiritual heritage of Shravasti on this immersive 3-day journey from Balrampur. Explore ancient Buddhist sites such as Jetavana Mo...
Duration: 3 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Lucknow, Gorakhpur · Languages: English
Know before you go: Cultural performances by local artists are available on request.; A traditional lunch is available on prior request.; An optional bird-watching trail in the buffer zone may be taken during the evening.; Tulsipur Fort ruins visit is optional.
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What's Included
- 2 nights of accommodation (eco-lodge / guesthouse / heritage hotel)
- Daily breakfast and 1 tribal lunch
- Jeep safari at Suhelwa Sanctuary
- Local guide for Shravasti heritage sites
- Tribal village visit and cultural interaction
- AC vehicle for the entire tour
- All applicable tour services
Not Included
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, tips)
- Lunch and dinner
- Extra meals/snacks
- Camera charges inside the sanctuary
- Travel insurance
- Train/flight tickets to Balrampur
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Arrival and Shravasti Buddhist Heritage Circuit
Arrive at Balrampur by train or car. Drive to Shravasti (20 km / 40 minutes). Drive to Shravasti (20 km / 40 minutes). Visit Jetavana Monastery, the ancient Buddhist site where Lord Buddha spent 24 monsoons. Visit Jetavana Monastery, the ancient Buddhist site where Lord Buddha spent 24 monsoons. Explore Anathapindika's Stupa and Angulimala Stupa. Explore Anathapindika's Stupa and Angulimala Stupa. Discover the Pakki Kuti and Kachchi Kuti ruins. Discover the Pakki Kuti and Kachchi Kuti ruins. Visit the Saheth-Maheth complex, the remains of ancient Shravasti. Visit the Saheth-Maheth complex, the remains of ancient Shravasti. Enjoy the sunset at Rapti River ghats. Enjoy the sunset at Rapti River ghats. Attend a cultural performance by local artists, available on request. Attend a cultural performance by local artists, available on request. Stay overnight in Balrampur at a heritage lodge or eco resort.
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2Day 02
Suhelwa Wildlife Sanctuary and Tharu Village Experience
Depart in the morning for Suhelwa Wildlife Sanctuary (approx. 60 km / 1.5 hours). Complete entry formalities and meet the forest guides. Complete entry formalities and meet the forest guides. Embark on a jeep safari or nature trail walk through the core and buffer zones. Embark on a jeep safari or nature trail walk through the core and buffer zones. Spot wildlife including deer, leopard, sloth bear, wild boar, langurs, and over 300 bird species. Spot wildlife including deer, leopard, sloth bear, wild boar, langurs, and over 300 bird species. Visit a nearby Tharu tribal village. Visit a nearby Tharu tribal village. Interact with villagers and observe local crafts, huts, and organic farming. Interact with villagers and observe local crafts, huts, and organic farming. Experience a traditional lunch, available on prior request. Experience a traditional lunch, available on prior request. Optionally, take a short bird-watching trail in the buffer zone during the evening. Optionally, take a short bird-watching trail in the buffer zone during the evening. Return to Balrampur for an overnight stay. Return to Balrampur for an overnight stay.
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3Day 03
Balrampur Heritage Visit and Departure
Visit Balrampur Palace (Raj Bhawan), showcasing colonial architecture. Explore the Tulsipur Fort ruins (optional). Explore the Tulsipur Fort ruins (optional). Visit the local market to shop for handicrafts and local sweets. Visit the local market to shop for handicrafts and local sweets. Transfer to Balrampur Railway Station or drive to Gorakhpur or Lucknow for your onward journey. Transfer to Balrampur Railway Station or drive to Gorakhpur or Lucknow for your onward journey.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh, India · Tour start: Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh 271201, India — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
