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Aurangabad, Ajanta and Ellora Caves Tour
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Duration - 3 days
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Guide optionsEnglish
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Cancellation PolicyStandard
Overview
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora Caves on this immersive 3-day heritage tour. Discover Aurangabad's Mughal monuments, the magnificent Kailasa Temple, Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga, and the impressive Daulatabad Fort with expert-guided sightseeing.
Highlights
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora Caves.
- Marvel at the magnificent monolithic Kailasa Temple.
- Visit the elegant Bibi Ka Maqbara, the "Mini Taj Mahal."
- Discover the ancient Buddhist Aurangabad Caves.
- Seek blessings at the sacred Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga.
- Explore the impressive hilltop Daulatabad Fort.
- Learn about regional history at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum.
- Travel comfortably with private transport, expert guides, and a carefully selected 4-star hotel.
Description
Aurangabad, Ajanta and Ellora Caves Tour
Journey through the remarkable heritage of Maharashtra on this carefully crafted 3-day exploration of Aurangabad and its world-famous UNESCO monuments. Discover the artistic masterpieces of the Ajanta Caves and the extraordinary rock-cut architecture of the Ellora Caves, including the iconic Kailasa Temple. Explore the historic landmarks of Aurangabad, visit the sacred Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga, and admire the formidable Daulatabad Fort. Combining ancient Buddhist art, Mughal architecture, sacred pilgrimage, and medieval military engineering, this tour offers an unforgettable introduction to India's rich cultural legacy.
What's included
- Inclusions:
- Assistance on arrival at Aurangabad Airport.
- 2 nights accommodation in a carefully selected 4-star hotel.
- Daily breakfast at the hotel.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing.
- English-speaking local guides for Aurangabad, Ajanta, and Ellora sightseeing.
- Monument entrance fees for all attractions mentioned in the itinerary.
- All toll taxes, parking charges, fuel, and driver allowance.
- Bottled drinking water during all road journeys.
- All applicable government taxes and service charges.
- Exclusions:
- International and domestic airfare or train tickets.
- Meals other than those mentioned.
- Camera or video charges at monuments, where applicable.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, beverages, shopping, and room service.
- Tips, porterage, and gratuities.
- Optional tours or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under "Package Includes."
Itinerary
- Visited Places:
- Aurangabad
- Ajanta Caves
- Ellora caves
- Daulatabad
Day 1 | Arrive Aurangabad – City Sightseeing
Upon arrival at Aurangabad Airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel for check-in. After some relaxation, begin your guided city tour with a visit to Bibi Ka Maqbara, often called the "Mini Taj Mahal," admired for its elegant Mughal architecture and beautifully landscaped gardens. Continue to the ancient Aurangabad Caves, featuring remarkable Buddhist rock-cut sculptures dating back to the 6th and 7th centuries. Later, visit the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum, showcasing fascinating collections related to the Maratha Empire and the region's rich history.Overnight at hotel.
Day 2 | Aurangabad – Ajanta Caves – Aurangabad
(Drive: Approx. 210 km Round Trip | 4–5 hrs each way)
After an early breakfast, enjoy a full-day excursion to the spectacular Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled within a horseshoe-shaped gorge overlooking the Waghora River. Explore the remarkable Buddhist monasteries and prayer halls, famous worldwide for their beautifully preserved murals, sculptures, and paintings illustrating the life of Lord Buddha. Discover the artistic brilliance and historical significance of these masterpieces before returning to Aurangabad in the evening.Overnight at hotel.
Day 3 | Aurangabad – Ellora – Grishneshwar – Daulatabad – Departure
(Drive: Approx. 40 km | 1–2 hrs, excluding sightseeing)
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to the magnificent Ellora Caves, another UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring 34 remarkable caves representing Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism. Marvel at the world-famous Kailasa Temple, the largest monolithic rock-cut temple ever created. Continue to the sacred Grishneshwar Temple, one of the twelve revered Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva, before visiting the impressive Daulatabad Fort, celebrated for its ingenious military architecture and panoramic views. Later, transfer to Aurangabad Airport for your onward journey.
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Aurangabad, Ajanta and Ellora Caves Tour duration is 3 days.
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