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Profitez d'une visite confortable et personnalisée avec un véhicule privé et un guide anglophone compétent. Découvrez l'histoire, la culture et le patrimoine de chaque site à votre rythme. Droits d'entrée non inclus.

Depuis Aurangabad : grottes d'Ajanta et d'Ellora en une journée: En bref

PriceFrom $195 per person
Duration8 hours
LanguagesEnglish, Hindi
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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From Aurangabad: Ajanta & Ellora Caves Full-Day Tour

Enjoy a comfortable and personalized sightseeing experience with a private vehicle and knowledgeable English-speaking gu...
8 hours
English
$195
Annulation gratuite

Description complète

Profitez d'une visite confortable et personnalisée avec une voiture privée climatisée et un guide anglophone expérimenté. Vous avancez à votre rythme en explorant les remarquables trésors historiques et culturels de la région.

Votre guide compétent vous accompagne tout au long de la visite et partage récits passionnants, faits historiques, détails architecturaux et éclairages locaux sur chaque site. Avec un transport privé, vous profitez d'une prise en charge et d'un retour à l'hôtel, d'arrêts flexibles et d'un trajet détendu, sans les contraintes d'un groupe.

Vous découvrez des monuments magnifiques, des grottes anciennes, une architecture impressionnante et le riche patrimoine de la région, avec de nombreuses occasions de photographier et d'explorer à votre aise.

Programme

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

9:00 AM10 min

Aurangabad

Pick time is flexible

10:30 AM1 hrs

Drive to Ajanta, Elorra

drive to caves

2:00 PM4 hrs

Anjanta , Elorra

Enjoy guided tour

3:00 AM1 hr

Return to Aurangabad

Return to Aurangabad

Programme détaillé

# Ajanta & Ellora Caves Full-Day Tour from Aurangabad

Discover two of Maharashtra’s most remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this full-day private tour from Aurangabad. Explore the ancient rock-cut caves of Ajanta and Ellora, admire centuries-old paintings and sculptures, and learn about the Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain traditions that shaped these extraordinary monuments.

Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle accompanied by an experienced English-speaking guide, with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.

7:30 AM – Pickup from Aurangabad

Your day begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel or preferred location in Aurangabad. Meet your private driver and English-speaking guide before starting the journey toward the Ajanta Caves.

The drive takes approximately 2 hours, allowing you to relax and enjoy the changing landscapes of Maharashtra along the way.

9:30 AM – Explore the Ajanta Caves

Arrive at the magnificent Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site carved into a horseshoe-shaped gorge. Dating from as early as the 2nd century BCE, the caves are renowned for their ancient Buddhist monasteries, prayer halls, sculptures, and beautifully preserved murals.

Spend approximately 2 hours exploring the complex with your guide. Discover the stories depicted in the famous paintings, admire the intricate sculptures, and learn about the development of Buddhist art and architecture in ancient India.

12:00 PM – Lunch Break

After exploring Ajanta, take a relaxing break for lunch at a local restaurant. Enjoy some time to refresh and recharge before continuing the journey toward Ellora.

**Lunch is not included in the tour price.**

1:00 PM – Drive to Ellora Caves

After lunch, continue toward the Ellora Caves, located approximately 100 km from Ajanta. The journey takes around 2 hours.

Relax in your private vehicle while travelling through the scenic countryside of Maharashtra.

3:00 PM – Explore the Ellora Caves

Arrive at the spectacular Ellora Caves, another UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of India’s greatest architectural achievements.

The Ellora complex features Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain monuments carved directly into the volcanic rock. Explore the impressive cave temples and monasteries while your guide explains their history, religious significance, and extraordinary construction techniques.

One of the highlights is the **Kailasa Temple (Cave 16)**, an astonishing monolithic temple carved from a single piece of rock. Take time to admire its enormous courtyards, detailed sculptures, pillars, and intricate carvings.

Allow approximately 2 hours to explore the Ellora complex and capture memorable photographs.

5:00 PM – Return Journey to Aurangabad

After completing your visit to Ellora, begin the comfortable drive back to Aurangabad. Relax after a fascinating day of exploring some of India’s most important ancient monuments.

5:30–6:00 PM – Drop-Off in Aurangabad

Arrive back in Aurangabad and enjoy a convenient drop-off at your hotel or preferred location.

Your memorable Ajanta and Ellora Caves tour concludes with a deeper appreciation of Maharashtra’s extraordinary art, architecture, religion, and history.

Tour Highlights

* Visit **Ajanta and Ellora Caves** in one day

* Explore two UNESCO World Heritage Sites

* See ancient Buddhist paintings and sculptures

* Discover Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain monuments

* Admire the spectacular Kailasa Temple at Ellora

* Travel in a comfortable private air-conditioned vehicle

* Enjoy the services of an experienced English-speaking guide

* Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Aurangabad

* Flexible and personalized private sightseeing experience

Important Information

* **Duration:** Approximately 10 hours

* **Departure:** 7:30 AM from Aurangabad

* **Transportation:** Private air-conditioned vehicle

* **Guide:** English-speaking private guide

* **Entrance tickets:** Not included

* **Lunch:** Not included

* **Hotel pickup and drop-off:** Included

* **Tour type:** Private tour

Inclus

  • Transferts et visites en voiture privée climatisée pendant toute la journée
  • Capacité : 1 à 2 personnes en berline climatisée, 3 à 4 personnes en SUV
  • Guide privé anglophone ou multilingue
  • Chauffeur professionnel parlant bien le hindi et l'anglais
  • Une lampe torche est également fournie pour explorer les grottes
  • Tous les péages, stationnements, carburant, taxes et frais de service
  • Bouteilles d'eau minérale pendant les trajets

Non inclus

  • Hébergement
  • Billets d'entrée des grottes d'Ajanta ou d'Ellora
  • Frais de navette
  • Déjeuner et dîner
  • Pourboires

Informations importantes

Point de rendez-vous

Aurangabad

À savoir avant de partir

  • Annulation gratuite jusqu'à 24 heures avant le début de l'activité

À propos de cette activité

Annulation gratuite
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
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Duration 8 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Hindi
Wheelchair accessible

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The price does not cover hotel stay, entry tickets for ajanta caves or ellora caves, shuttle bus charges and lunch and dinner. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
Unesco Tours India. We book with them directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can confirm your place with the operator before taking it as final.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice outside India. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Transferts et visites en voiture privée climatisée pendant toute la journée, Capacité : 1 à 2 personnes en berline climatisée, 3 à 4 personnes en SUV, Guide privé anglophone ou multilingue, Chauffeur professionnel parlant bien le hindi et l'anglais, Une lampe torche est également fournie pour explorer les grottes, Tous les péages, stationnements, carburant, taxes et frais de service, Bouteilles d'eau minérale pendant les trajets
The duration of the Depuis Aurangabad : grottes d'Ajanta et d'Ellora en une journée is typically 8 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
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