Mumbai to Aurangabad (flight)Pick up from your hotel in Mumbai and transfer to airport to board flight for Aurangabad.On arrival at Aurangabad airport assistance and transfer to hotel.Later city tour of Aurangabad visit Bibi ka Maqbara Built by Azam Shah in 1678, the Bibi ka Maqbara is a son's loving tribute to his mother. Due to its similar design standing spectacularly on the lawns of the landscaped garden with ponds, fountains and water channels, the white marbled monument is popularly known as the mini Taj of the Deccan.Aurangabad Caves situated at a distance of 5 km, nestled amidst the hills are 12 Buddhist caves dating back to 3 A.D. Of particular interest are the Tantric influences evident in the iconography and architectural designs of the caves Also visit a small archaeological museum.Overnight at hotel.
India · UNESCO Heritage Sites
Mumbai to Aurangabad: Ajanta & Ellora with Return Flights
The journey
- 01 Return flights between Mumbai and Aurangabad included
- 02 Visit the UNESCO-listed Ajanta and Ellora Caves
- 03 Explore Aurangabad highlights including Bibi ka Maqbara
- 04 See Buddhist cave art, sculptures, and ancient monasteries
- 05 Visit the sacred Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple
- 06 Discover the medieval stronghold of Daulatabad Fort
- 07 Private AC transport for transfers, sightseeing, and excursions
- 08 Breakfast and monument entrance fees included
Discover some of Maharashtra’s most remarkable heritage sites on this 3-day journey from Mumbai to Aurangabad, with return flights included. Explore the region’s rich blend of Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain history as you visit monumental caves, sacred temples, and impressive medieval architecture.
Your itinerary includes Aurangabad city highlights such as Bibi ka Maqbara and the Aurangabad Caves, a full-day excursion to the celebrated Ajanta Caves, and visits to Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga, Ellora Caves, and Daulatabad Fort. With airport transfers, sightseeing, breakfast, and guided visits included, this tour offers a convenient way to experience the cultural treasures of the Deccan.
Discover some of Maharashtra’s most remarkable heritage sites on this 3-day journey from Mumbai to Aurangabad, with return flights included.
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Aurangabad - Ajanja - Aurangabad (104kms/ 2hrs approx one way)Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion to Ajanta Caves (Monday closed). The Buddhist Caves of Ajanta were discovered by the British officers in 1819 while tiger hunting. Ajanta Caves were first mentioned in the writings of the Chinese pilgrim Hiuen Tsang who visited India between A.D 629 and 645. The Caves at Ajanta are older than those at Ellora , which date from about 200 B.C to 650 A.D. Thirty beautiful Buddhist Caves with mesmerizing sculptures and paintings depicting Buddha's life as well the lives of the Buddha in his previous births. Five of these Caves are Chaityas (Place of worship) while the other twenty-five are Viharas (monasteries). Ajanta Caves are divided in two categories based on two schools of Buddhist thought - Hinayana Caves and Mahayana Caves. Evening back to hotel in Aurangabad for overnight stay.Overnight at hotel.
Aurangabad - Mumbai (flight)Breakfast at hotel, excursion to visit Grishneshwar jyotirlinga & Ellora Caves. Visit Grishneshwar Temple one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines mentioned in the Shiva Purana. The temple is an important pilgrimage site in Shaivism tradition of Hinduism, which considers it as the last or twelfth Jyotirlinga. Made of red and black stones boasting intricate carvings and patterns the temple was constructed by Queen Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore, in the Maratha style of architecture.Ellora Caves a UNESCO World heritage sites (Tuesday closed). It houses 34 monasteries and temples with some exclusive uninterrupted sequence of monuments that date back from 600 to 1000 AD. The temples of Ellora are dedicated to Brahmanism, Jainism, and Buddhism. It also has some of the excellent stonework depicting the legends related to Lord Shiva.On way back visit Daulatabad Fort one of the most powerful forts of the medieval Deccan. The defense system that made Daulatabad virtually impregnable comprises fortifications with double and even triple rows of massive walls.Later transfer to airport to board flight for Mumbai.On arrival at Mumbai airport assistance and transfer to your hotel.
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What's Included
- Breakfast
- Assistance on arrival at the airport.
- Return economy class flight ticket Mumbai - Aurangabad - Mumbai
- 2 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
- Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
- Bottled drinking water in the car.
- Government taxes.
What's Not Included
- Camera charges at monuments if any.
- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
- Gratuities and optional activities.
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- STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- PASSPORT REQUIRED
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Hotels used or similar Aurangabad x 2 nights 4* - Ambassador Ajanta / VITS Hotel 5* - WelcomHotel Rama International / Lemon Tree Hotel
- Pick up from any city hotels in Mumbai City
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