3-Day Ajanta, Ellora Caves and Aurangabad Heritage Tour
Discover the history, culture, and architecture of Aurangabad on this 3-day private tour. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora Caves, explore the beautiful Bibi Ka Maqbara, and discover the historic Daulatabad Fort and Aurangabad Caves. Enjoy comfortable private transportation with convenient pickup and drop-off in Aurangabad.
Day 1: Aurangabad – Ajanta Caves – Aurangabad
Your tour begins with pickup from Aurangabad Airport, railway station, or your hotel. Travel approximately 110 km to the famous Ajanta Caves, with around 2 hours of driving each way. A short tea or coffee break can be arranged along the way.
Explore the ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves, renowned for their beautiful paintings, murals, sculptures, and historical significance. Spend approximately 3–4 hours discovering this remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lunch at a local restaurant can be arranged before returning to Aurangabad.
Day 2: Ellora Caves – Grishneshwar Temple (Optional) – Bibi Ka Maqbara
After breakfast, your driver will meet you at your hotel lobby. Travel approximately 30 km to the magnificent Ellora Caves, famous for their Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain monuments carved into the rock. Discover the remarkable Kailasa Temple, one of the world's most impressive monolithic rock-cut structures.
After sightseeing, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. You can then visit Grishneshwar Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, as an optional stop. Continue to Bibi Ka Maqbara, a beautiful Mughal-era monument often called the Mini Taj Mahal. After your visits, return to your hotel in Aurangabad.
Day 3: Daulatabad Fort – Aurangabad Caves – Drop-off
After pickup from your hotel, explore the historic Daulatabad Fort, known for its impressive hilltop location and medieval defence system. Continue to Aurangabad Caves, famous for their ancient Buddhist sculptures and rock-cut architecture.
You can also visit Panchakki, a historic water-powered mill, as an optional stop. After sightseeing, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before being dropped off at your preferred location: Aurangabad Airport, railway station, or bus stop.
Important Information
- This is a private tour with comfortable transportation.
- Pickup and drop-off are available at the airport, railway station, hotel, or another agreed location in Aurangabad.
- Grishneshwar Temple and Panchakki are optional stops.
- Ajanta Caves are closed on Mondays. If your tour starts on a Monday, Day 1 will cover Ellora Caves and Bibi Ka Maqbara, Day 2 will cover Ajanta Caves, and Day 3 will remain as planned.
- The itinerary may be adjusted according to local conditions, opening hours, and travel requirements.
