Embark on a one day Ajanta and Ellora tour from Aurangabad and witness India’s greatest heritage treasures in comfort. Our package includes a private AC car, professional driver, and expert guide to help you explore the Ajanta Caves’ Buddhist paintings and the Ellora Caves’ magnificent Kailasa Temple, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this Ajanta Ellora day trip ensures you experience the essence of Maharashtra’s history, art, and architecture in just one day.
Starting Price: ₹5,000 per group
Tour Type: Private Tour
Duration: 10 hours
Location: Aurangabad
Free cancellation: up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Tour Highlights
- Pickup offered: We offer pickup from the airport, train station, bus stop, and accommodation in Aurangabad.
- Live Tour Guide: English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish, and Italian
- Group Size: Private or small groups are available.
- Product Number: TMC#1001
Tour Booking option
- Sedan Car Etios: ₹5,000 per group (up to 2)
- SUV Car Crysta: ₹6,500 per group (up to 5)
- Car Etios + Guide: ₹12,000 per group (up to 2)
- Car Crysta + Guide: ₹13,500 per group (up to 4)
What's Included
- ✔️ Private AC car for all transfers and sightseeing.
- ✔️ Private, expert English-speaking guide (optional)
- ✔️ Professional driver who speaks good Hindi and English
- ✔️ All tolls, parking, fuel, taxes, and service charges
- ✔️ Bottles of mineral water during journeys
- ✔️ Pickup is offered from the airport, station, or hotel in Aurangabad.
- ❌ Hotel, lunch, dinner, and entry tickets are not included.
Itinerary
1-Day: Aurangabad to Ajanta Caves to Ellora Caves to Aurangabad
- Pickup: Our driver will pick you up from your selected pickup point in Aurangabad. You'll meet your designated driver or guide, who will accompany you throughout the day.
- Ajanta Caves: Depart for Ajanta Caves, located 100 km from Aurangabad, approximately a 2-hour drive. Upon arrival, spend 2 hours exploring the intricately carved caves adorned with Buddhist paintings and sculptures.
- Ellora Caves: After Ajanta, proceed to Ellora Caves, another 100 km journey from Ajanta, taking about 2 hours by road. Ellora Caves boast 34 remarkable caves featuring Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain artworks, showcasing the harmony of faiths over centuries.
- Exploration Time: Allocate 2 hours to immerse yourself in the profound artistry and cultural heritage of Ellora.
- Return to Aurangabad: Following your exploration of Ellora Caves, return to Aurangabad, which is 35 km away and takes approximately 1 hour to reach.
- Optional Sightseeing: If time permits, visit Bibi Ka Maqbara in Aurangabad, often referred to as the "Mini Taj Mahal," known for its architectural beauty.
- End the tour with a drop-off at your chosen location (hotel, airport, or train station).
Embark on this enriching day tour from Aurangabad to Ajanta and Ellora Caves, designed to provide comfort, flexibility, and a profound cultural experience. Immerse yourself in the wonders of ancient India's architectural marvels with us!