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The previous price was €93 and current price is €84 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Embark on a family-friendly adventure to ancient India with our special 2-day private tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites - Ajanta and Ellora Caves. Perfect for families and travellers with limited time, this thoughtfully priced tour invites you to explore the breathtaking 64 rock-cut caves, each telling a storey of India's vibrant cultural heritage. In addition to the Ajanta and Ellora caves, your journey will include visits to the beautiful Bibi Ka Maqbara, the fascinating Daulatabad Fort, and the sacred Grishneshwar Temple. You can choose the comfort of a saloon or the spaciousness of an SUV for your trip. Set out on a memorable journey through history in the heart of Aurangabad - a wonderful experience that the whole family will treasure!

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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AC SUV Innova Crysta (1–5 PAX)

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d

Tour with SUV Car:: Ideal for small families or groups (1–5 PAX), combining comfort, space, and versatility for a hassle-free journey.
Pickup included

Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€124.54
€110.84 x 1 Adult€110.84
Paid at activity€13.84
Total
The previous price was €138.38 and current price is €124.68
11% off

AC Tempo Minivan (6–12 PAX)

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d

Private Tempo Travller:: (Minivan): Fits 6–12 passengers, ideal for families or groups travelling together in comfort.
Pickup included

Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€239.86 x 1 Adult€239.86
Paid at activity€13.84
Total
Price is €253.70

Saloon Toyota Etios (1–2 PAX)

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d

Tour with Saloon Car:: Perfect for solo travellers or couples (1–2 PAX), offering a smooth, private, and relaxed travel experience.
Pickup included

Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€78.42
€69.79 x 1 Adult€69.79
Paid at activity€13.84
Total
The previous price was €92.26 and current price is €83.63
11% off

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Saloon Car: Suitable for 1 to 2 passengers. Ideal for a comfortable and private journey.
  • Inclusions
    Professional driver who speaks good Hindi and English
  • Inclusions
    Mini Van: Designed for 6 to 12 passengers. Best for larger groups or family outings.
  • Inclusions
    Bottles of mineral water and Torch for exploring caves.
  • Inclusions
    All toll parking, Fuel, taxes and service charges
  • Inclusions
    SUV Car: Perfect for 1 to 5 passengers. Great choice for small groups or families.
  • Exclusions
    Ajanta, Ellora caves & Bibi Ka Maqbra Entry Ticket
  • Exclusions
    Hotel, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Know before you book

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Note :- Ajanta caves closed on every Monday Ellora caves closed on every Tuesday.
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Monument Ticket Prices: Ajanta Caves: INR 40 (SAARC countries), INR 600 (Non-SAARC countries) Ellora Caves: INR 40 (SAARC countries), INR 600 (Non-SAARC countries), Bibi Ka Maqbara: INR 30 (SAARC countries), INR 300 (Non-SAARC countries)
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Ajanta Caves

  • 8h
  • Admission ticket not included
Day 1: Aurangabad to Ajanta Caves to Aurangabad. Welcome to Aurangabad. We will pick you up from your selected pickup point and proceed to Ajanta Caves. Ajanta is at a distance of 100 kilometres from Aurangabad. It will be a 2-hour drive. On the way, you can take a break for tea and coffee. You need 3 hours of time to visit Ajanta Caves. Ajanta caves From the 2nd century BC to the 5th century AD, in Ajanta, there are 30 caves, which once belonged to a Buddhist monastery, that stand here in the rock face. After the sightseeing is over, you can also stop for lunch, and the driver will show you a nice restaurant. Then, later, we will come back to Aurangabad.

Ellora Caves

  • 4h
  • Admission ticket not included
Day 2: Aurangabad to Ellora Caves to Grishneshwar Temple to Daulatabad Fort to Bibi ka Maqbra to Aurangabad. Start your day early to visit the Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its rock-cut temples and monasteries. Time needed: Approximately 2-3 hours depending on exploration pace.

Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple

  • 1h
Proceed to Grishneshwar Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. Time needed: About 1 hour for darshan (worship) and exploring the temple. Lunch Break Take a break for lunch. There are local eateries or restaurants near these attractions where you can enjoy local cuisine.

Daulatabad Fort

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit Daulatabad Fort, known for its formidable defence architecture and historical significance. Time needed: Around 1-2 hours to explore the fort and its surroundings.

Bibi Ka Maqbara

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
End your tour with a visit to Bibi ka Maqbara, often referred to as the "Taj of the Deccan," built in memory of Aurangzeb's wife. Time needed: About 1 hour to appreciate the architecture and gardens. Drop-off After the tour, you can be dropped off at the Aurangabad Airport, railway station, or your hotel as per your preference.

Location

Activity location

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

Meeting/Redemption Point

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

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