India · UNESCO Heritage Sites

Ajanta Caves Discovery Tour from Aurangabad

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the UNESCO-listed Ajanta Caves on a private day tour
02 Explore 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments
03 See intricate carvings, frescoes, and ancient sculptures
04 Learn about Buddhist history, art, and teachings
05 Travel with private AC transport from Aurangabad
06 Enjoy time for a local Maharashtrian lunch break

Discover the remarkable Ajanta Caves on a private day tour from Aurangabad, and explore one of India’s most celebrated UNESCO World Heritage sites. Dating from the 2nd century BCE to the 6th century CE, these rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments are renowned for their intricate carvings, frescoes, and sculptures.

With private transport and the option of a local English-speaking guide, you’ll gain deeper insight into the history, art, and spiritual significance of the caves as you walk through this extraordinary archaeological complex. A break for lunch adds a chance to enjoy local Maharashtrian flavours before continuing your exploration.

Dating from the 2nd century BCE to the 6th century CE, these rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments are renowned for their intricate carvings, frescoes, and sculptures.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Aurangabad

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

8:00 AM - Your private guide will pick you up from your hotel in Aurangabad.10:00 AM - Head to Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a complex of 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments dating back to the 2nd century BCE to the 6th century CE. Your guide will provide historical and cultural insights as you explore the intricate carvings, frescoes, and sculptures inside these ancient caves.

1:00 PM - For lunch, head to one of the local restaurants and sample some authentic Maharashtrian cuisine. Your guide can recommend the best spots to try local specialties like vada pav, thali, and bhakri.2:00 PM - After lunch, continue exploring Ajanta Caves and discover more about the life and teachings of the Buddha. Your guide will take you through the different caves, explaining the significance of the intricate carvings, murals, and sculptures, and how they relate to Buddhist beliefs and practices.5:00 PM - Your private 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. 1 city · 8 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

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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.

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