Ellora & Ajanta Caves Private Day Trip
Day Trip Details
At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Aurangabad to begin this day trip to the Ellora and Ajanta Caves. Ready to fall in love with these two architectural gems? Let's discover them!
On the way, you can relax as we travel through the Indian countryside to the Ajanta Caves, about 2 hours away. On arrival, you can explore this collection of 30 Buddhist cave paintings carved into the rock between the 2nd century BC and 650 AD. What do you think of their frescoes and sculptures? You'll see that they narrate scenes from the life of the Buddha and reflect the artistic mastery of ancient Indian craftsmen.
Before continuing on to Ellora, we'll leave you some free time in the area for a delicious lunch. Feeling refuelled? Let's get on the road! This time, it will take about 2.5 hours to reach the Ellora Caves.
There, you'll come across the 34 impressive Ellora Caves, a monumental complex combining Buddhist, Hindu and Jain temples and monasteries carved directly into the rock between 600 and 1000 AD. Did you know that the Kailasa Temple, dedicated to the god Shiva, is one of the largest monolithic excavations in the world? It's simply spectacular!
Finally, we'll reach the starting point after a total of 9 hours.
Tour Options
During the booking process, you can choose between the following options:
- Transport only: this option includes round-trip transport to your hotel. You'll have 3 hours of free time in each cave and 30 minutes in the surroundings of the Mini Taj Mahal.
- Transport and guided tour in English: in this case, as well as round-trip transport, you'll have a guided tour in English of the caves of Ellora and Ajanta and a 30-minute tour of the Mini Taj Mahal.
More Information
Duration
10 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide (depending on selection)
Tour of the Mini Taj Mahal (depending on selection)
Not included
Admission fees: ₹ 1,200 (US$ 14.04) per person
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up until 3 days before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Jee Tours Corporate name: Jee Tours Registered Office: Near Gulab Sagar, Raj Mahal Senior School Road., Jodhpur, India Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 8006580034000044 Contact information Email: info@jeetours.com Phone: +91 9351733007
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