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Daultabad fort
Ellora caves
2 Day Private Ajanta and Ellora Caves Guided Tour.
Ajanta caves
Kailash Tempal Ellora Caves

From Aurangabad: 2 Day Tour of Ajanta & Ellora With All Inclusion

By Tour My Choice
9.8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is $291 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Experience the beauty of Aurangabad city and the world heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora caves with a private English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, and Japanese-speaking professional guide. Enjoy a guided tour of these 63 caves, including the famous Ajanta and Ellora caves, which are among the top historical places in Maharashtra and one of the most visited ancient monuments in India. Book your tour online at the best prices and immerse yourself in the culture of India.

Activity location

  • Ajanta Caves
    • Ajanta Caves Road
    • 431001, Ajanta, Maharashtra, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ajanta Caves
    • Ajanta Caves Road
    • 431001, Ajanta, Maharashtra, India

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SUV Car + Guide + Entry Ticket
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Car, Guide and Entry Ticket: This package includes a private A/C SUV (Innova Crysta), monument tickets, and a dedicated professional guide.
Pickup included

Price details
$341.51 x 1 Adult$341.51
Total
Price is $341.51
Sedan Car, Guide, Entry Ticket
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Car, Guide and Entry Ticket: This package includes a private A/C Sedan Car (Toyota Etios), monument tickets, and a dedicated professional guide.
Pickup included

Price details
$291.39 x 1 Adult$291.39
Total
Price is $291.39

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAll toll parking, fuel charges and Shoes are covered during the entry to Ajanta Caves.
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuaranteed skip-the-line access to the Ajanta and Ellora caves
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Sightseeing with Government Approved Professional guide.
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional driver who speaks good Hindi and English.
  • What's includedWhat's includedShuttle bus ticket to enter Ajanta and Ellora caves
  • What's includedWhat's includedpar-parson 500 gm mineral water par day.
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transportation by air-conditioned Vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntry/Admission: Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, and Bibi ka Maqbra.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel and food

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Important Note: Many travelers have a question in their minds: Can they catch a flight after finishing the tour for the next day? Yes, you can do the Ellora Caves and Local Tour comfortably and catch the flight after noon. We will drop you off at the airport anytime between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
  • Shoes have to be taken out in some caves in Ajanta. If you want to avoid it, then you can carry polythene socks together.
  • Note : Ajanta Caves are closed every Monday. Ellora Caves are closed every Tuesday.
  • There are two options for booking: one with a sedan car and the other with an SUV Car.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Exploring the Mystical Ajanta Caves
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Ajanta Caves
  • 8h
  • Admission ticket included
Morning: 7:00 a.m. or 8:00 a.m. departure from Aurangabad Your two-day journey begins with an early-morning departure from Aurangabad. Your guide will pick you up from your selected pickup point in Aurangabad and proceed to Ajanta Caves. Ajanta is at a distance of 100 km from Aurangabad; it will take 2 hours to reach here. Ajanta Caves, which are known for their rich historical and cultural heritage, This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a complex of 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments carved into the rocks of the Waghora River valley. Which is from the second century BC. Marvel at the intricate sculptures, stunning frescoes, and grand architecture that tell stories of the Buddha's life and Buddhist legends. After sightseeing 1 or 2 pm: Lunch at a local restaurant Enjoy a delicious lunch at a nearby restaurant offering traditional Indian cuisine. After lunch, return to Aurangabad. Say goodbye to the enchanting Ajanta Caves and return to Aurangabad, where you will check in at your hotel.
Day 2: Discovering the Wonders of Ellora Caves and Bibi ka Maqbra
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Ellora Caves
  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
7:00 a.m. Have breakfast at the hotel. Start your day with a hearty breakfast that fuels your day's adventures. 8:00 am: Departure for Ellora Caves Set out on a scenic 1-hour drive to Ellora Caves, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, located about 30 km from Aurangabad. 9:00 a.m.: Explore Ellora Caves Arrive at the Ellora Caves, a stunning complex of rock-cut temples and monasteries representing three different religions: Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism. Start your exploration with the magnificent Kailash Temple (Cave 16), a monolithic marvel dedicated to Lord Shiva. Take a short break and then continue exploring the Ellora Caves, exploring other spectacular caves in Ellora, including the Jain caves with intricate carvings and the Hindu caves depicting elaborate stories from Hindu mythology. 1:00 pm: Lunch Enjoy a sumptuous lunch at a local restaurant while enjoying the diverse flavors of Indian cuisine. After lunch, proceed to Bibi Ka Maqbara.
Bibi Ka Maqbara
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
2:00 pm: Visit Bibi Ka Maqbara Bibi Ka Maqbara, which is 30 kilometers from Ellora caves and 7 kilometers from Aurangabad city, was built by Azam Shah, son of the last Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, in memory of his mother. 3:00 PM: Return to Aurangabad End your two-day tour of Ajanta and Ellora Caves and return to Aurangabad with a treasure trove of memories and a deeper understanding of India's rich cultural heritage. 4:00 PM: Return to the hotel or reach the airport or railway station for the onward journey. Return to your hotel for a good night's rest or depart for your onward journey with the mystical beauty of Ajanta and Ellora caves imprinted in your memory forever. This two-day tour will immerse you in the awe-inspiring world of ancient Indian art, culture, and spirituality, leaving you with a deep sense of wonder and appreciation for these remarkable cave complexes.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESAjanta Caves
    • Ajanta Caves Road
    • 431001, Ajanta, Maharashtra, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEAjanta Caves
    • Ajanta Caves Road
    • 431001, Ajanta, Maharashtra, India

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