Private 3-Day Ajanta, Ellora Caves & Aurangabad City Tour – With Expert Local Guide

Experience Maharashtra’s UNESCO wonders and Aurangabad’s heritage with a private guide and comfortable transport

Tour Overview

This Private 3-Day Tour is the ultimate way to explore the Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, and the historic charm of Aurangabad City. Enjoy hassle-free travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver, accompanied by an experienced multilingual guide who will share fascinating stories, history, and local insights.

From the ancient Buddhist artistry of Ajanta to the rock-carved marvels of Ellora and the Mughal elegance of Bibi Ka Maqbara, this tour blends culture, history, and comfort for a truly unforgettable journey.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Aurangabad to Ajanta Caves (Approx. 100 km / 2.5 hours)

• Morning pick-up from your hotel, airport, or railway station in Aurangabad.
• Scenic drive through the Deccan countryside to reach Ajanta Caves – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Explore the 30 rock-cut Buddhist caves, renowned for their exquisite paintings and sculptures dating back to the 2nd century BCE.
• Learn about Buddhist history, art techniques, and restoration efforts from your guide.
• Lunch at a local restaurant.
• Return drive to Aurangabad and check-in at your hotel.
• Evening free for leisure or local shopping.

Overnight stay in Aurangabad

Day 2 – Ellora Caves & Aurangabad City Highlights

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Morning visit to Ellora Caves – a UNESCO site featuring Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain rock-cut monuments.
• Marvel at Kailasa Temple, the world’s largest monolithic rock excavation.
• Continue to Grishneshwar Temple (one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, optional for non-Hindus as exterior visit).
• Lunch at a local restaurant.
• Afternoon city tour of Aurangabad:
  Bibi Ka Maqbara – the “Taj of the Deccan.”
  Panchakki (17th-century water mill).
  Aurangabad Caves (Buddhist rock-cut caves within the city).
• Return to hotel for evening rest.

Overnight stay in Aurangabad

Day 3 – Aurangabad City Tour & Departure

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit local landmarks and heritage spots, such as:
  Daulatabad Fort – a medieval hilltop fortress.
  Himroo & Paithani Weaving Centre – famous for traditional handloom sarees.
  Local bazaars for souvenirs and handicrafts.
• Lunch at a local restaurant.
• Drop-off at hotel, airport, or railway station for onward journey.

Tour Inclusions

• Private air-conditioned vehicle (Sedan/SUV/Innova Crysta) with professional driver.
• Multilingual expert guide (English, Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Italian, etc.).
• Pick-up & drop-off from Aurangabad.
• All tolls, parking fees, and fuel charges.
• Bottled mineral water during sightseeing.

Exclusions

• Entry fees to monuments.
• Meals and personal expenses.
• Tips to driver/guide (optional).

Why Choose This Tour?

• Private & Flexible: Your schedule, your pace.
• Expert Guidance: In-depth storytelling from a local professional.
• Comfortable Travel: Modern, clean, and fully insured vehicles.
• All Major Sites Covered: Ajanta, Ellora, and Aurangabad city attractions.