India · UNESCO Heritage Sites

The Best of Ellora & Aurangabad in One Day

6 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ellora Caves
  • 02 Explore 34 rock-cut temples dating from the 6th to 10th centuries
  • 03 See the sacred Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple
  • 04 Discover the ramparts, gates, and tunnels of Daulatabad Fort
  • 05 Admire the architecture of Bibi Ka Maqbara
  • 06 Visit the Chhatrapati Shivaji Museum and Panchakki water mill
  • 07 Private hotel pickup and drop-off in Aurangabad

Discover some of the most important historic and spiritual landmarks around Aurangabad on this private day tour. Visit the UNESCO-listed Ellora Caves, explore the sacred Grishneshwar Temple, and uncover the stories of Daulatabad Fort with the help of your guide.

Your day continues with visits to Bibi Ka Maqbara, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Museum, and the historic Panchakki water mill, offering a well-rounded introduction to the region’s architecture, archaeology, and cultural heritage in just one day.

Visit the UNESCO-listed Ellora Caves, explore the sacred Grishneshwar Temple, and uncover the stories of Daulatabad Fort with the help of your guide.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Aurangabad, Ahmadnagar
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

8:00 AM - Your private guide will pick you up from your hotel in Aurangabad.9:00 AM - Head to Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a complex of 34 rock-cut temples dating back to the 6th and 10th centuries. Explore the intricate carvings and sculptures inside these ancient caves while your guide provides historical and cultural insights.11:30 AM - Next, visit the Grishneshwar Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. Learn about the significance of this sacred site and hear its rich history and legends. You'll also have the opportunity to witness the temple's rituals and ceremonies.

12:30 PM - Lunch break.1:30 PM - After lunch, visit the Daulatabad Fort, a hilltop fortress built in the 14th century. Your guide will take you through the fort's ramparts, gates, and underground tunnels, revealing stories of the fort's strategic importance and the battles that were fought there. Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside from the top of the fort.3:30 PM - Return to Aurangabad and visit Bibi Ka Maqbara, also known as the "Tomb of the Lady." Admire the stunning architecture and learn about the history behind this beautiful monument.3:30 PM - Return to Aurangabad and visit Bibi Ka Maqbara, also known as the "Tomb of the Lady." Admire the stunning architecture and learn about the history behind this beautiful monument.4:30 PM - Next, explore the Chhatrapati Shivaji Museum, which houses an impressive collection of artifacts and memorabilia from the Maratha empire, including weapons, paintings, and manuscripts.5:00 PM - Visit the Panchakki, a water mill built in the 17th century that was used to grind grain for the pilgrims visiting the nearby Dargah of Baba Shah Musafir.5:30 PM - Your tour concludes with a drop-off at your hotel in Aurangabad.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. 2 cities · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
  • English speaking local guide, if option selected.
  • Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
  • Lunch, if option selected.
  • Bottled water in the car.
  • Government Taxes.

What's Not Included

  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Please provide up pick up information at least one day before the tour
  • Please provide your hotel name and address at the time of booking or at least 3 days prior to the trip date. Our guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled time. Contact details will be shared one day prior to the tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar..

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