Ellora Caves and Daulatabad Fort Tour from Aurangabad

4 hours 30 minutes • Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided • Operated by AGORA VOYAGES (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED

Why we love it?

The Ellora Caves & Daulatabad Fort Day Trip from Aurangabad offers a half-day exploration of two significant historical sites in Maharashtra. Ideal for history enthusiasts and cultural travelers, this tour provides insight into the remarkable rock-cut architecture of the Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the impressive fortifications of Daulatabad Fort. The experience includes transportation in a private AC vehicle, with options for a local guide and meals, allowing for a personalized and comfortable visit. Its distinctive feature lies in the combination of ancient artistry and strategic military architecture, showcasing the rich heritage of the region.
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Inclusions

  • 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.

Exclusions

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

Itinerary

Stop 1

8:30 AM - Your private guide will pick you up from your hotel in Aurangabad.

Stop 2

9:30 AM - You will 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. Your guide will provide you with historical and cultural insights as you explore the intricate carvings and sculptures inside these ancient caves.

Stop 3

12:30 PM - Next, you will visit the Grishneshwar Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. Your guide will explain the significance of this sacred site and share its rich history and legends. You'll also have the opportunity to witness the temple's rituals and ceremonies.

1:30 PM - Lunch Break.

Stop 4

2:30 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. You'll also get panoramic views of the surrounding countryside from the top of the fort.

Stop 5

4:00 PM - Finally, you will head back to Aurangabad and visit Bibi Ka Maqbara, also known as the Mini Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built in the 17th century. Your guide will provide insights into its architecture and history, and you can admire the intricate marble work and beautiful gardens surrounding the mausoleum.

Stop 6

5:00 PM - Your private tour concludes with a drop-off at your hotel in Aurangabad.

Please Note

  • Stroller or pram accessible
  • 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.

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats available

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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