• Akvin Tourism - Begin the tour from your hotel at 7:30 AM, or adjust according to your breakfast schedule, extending up to 9:00 AM. A professional driver will warmly welcome you at the reception and commence the journey to the Ajanta Caves.
• Ajanta Caves - Located 110 km from Aurangabad, the Ajanta Caves are a 3-hour drive away. Due to ongoing road construction, the ride may be bumpy. Guests are advised to bring air pillows or similar support if they have back issues. The driver will drop guests at the Ajanta parking area, where they will take a shuttle bus for a 10-minute ride to the site.
• Ajanta Caves - Upon arrival at the Ajanta Caves complex, guests can enjoy refreshments like tea, coffee, or beer at the MTDC restaurant. It’s recommended to hire a licensed guide at cave number 1 (charges not included), which is more economical than pre-booking. Begin exploring the significant caves, with helpful tips provided before the visit.
• Ajanta Caves - After exploring, return to the Ajanta ticket counter for a meal, with options for vegetarian or non-vegetarian dishes and beers. The driver can recommend the best nearby restaurant. Take the shuttle bus back to the parking area to meet the driver.
• Aurangabad - The return journey to Aurangabad follows the same route and takes 3 hours. The driver will drop you off at the hotel.
• Akvin Tourism - Begin the journey with a hotel pick-up at 8:00 AM, heading to the Ellora Caves in a private AC car.
• Ellora Caves - Upon arrival at the Ellora Caves, explore independently. The site features three groups of caves representing Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Assistance is available via call if needed, and tips will be provided before visiting the caves and complex. For the Jain caves, guests can take a shuttle bus or walk 1.5 km.
• Daulatabad Fort - On the way to Aurangabad, visit the impressive Daulatabad Fort, originally Devgiri Fort. If not too tired, explore the fort’s cannons, victory tower, massive walls, and temple up to the middle viewpoint through a dark passage (an adventurous part). If energy permits, continue to the top viewpoint for a stunning view, then proceed to Bibi Ka Maqbara.
• Bibi Ka Maqbara - Visit Bibi Ka Maqbara, often referred to as the mini Taj Mahal, to complete a day of sightseeing. Return to the hotel.
• Shri Ghrushneshwar Jyotirlinga - The Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple is an essential Hindu pilgrimage site, known as the 12th and final Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva. It is located in Verul, less than a kilometer from the Ellora Caves UNESCO World Heritage site and near Aurangabad.

• Mineral water bottles during the trip
• All fuel, toll tax, parking & service charges
• Professional driver (Hindi & English speaking)
• Pickup from airport, railway station, hotel, or any location in Aurangabad
• Entrance fees for Ellora caves, Ajanta caves, Bibi ka Maqbara, and Daultabad fort
• Transfers and sightseeing by Private A/c Car
• Guidebook (if no in-person guide option is selected)

• In-person official guide fees
• Any meals during the journey

To delve into the history of caves, a professional driver is provided along with a guidebook and entrance tickets in advance (no need to wait in line). This allows for more time to be spent exploring the caves and gaining an understanding of their history. Assistance is available via phone if needed. The company is a local travel agency dedicated to sustainable tourism.

The Ellora Caves are renowned for their carvings and sculptures, dating back to the 6th century. These caves offer an incredible experience of man-made monuments.

Daulatabad Fort (Devgiri) is a magnificent hill fort constructed in the 12th century. It is the only fort in India excavated from a single hill, featuring a fascinating defensive system.

Bibi ka Maqbara is the tomb of Aurangzeb’s wife (the last Mughal king). This mausoleum was built to express love and admiration for Mughal architecture and is a replica of the Taj Mahal in Agra.

The Ajanta Caves are famous for their paintings that depict the life of Buddha from his childhood.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.