Ajanta & Ellora – A Journey Through India’s Rock-Cut Heritage

Arrival at Aurangabad Airport. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in and some rest.

Welcome to Aurangabad, a historic city known for its magnificent monuments, ancient caves, Mughal architecture, and rich cultural heritage. Later, proceed for a city sightseeing tour with a visit to Bibi Ka Maqbara, one of Aurangabad’s most iconic landmarks, renowned for its beautiful Mughal architecture. Continue to Panchakki, a historic watermill complex showcasing the engineering heritage of medieval Aurangabad.

Return to your hotel. Overnight stay in Aurangabad.

After breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to the magnificent Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of India’s greatest archaeological treasures.

Explore the remarkable rock-cut caves, dating from ancient periods, featuring impressive Buddhist monasteries, prayer halls, sculptures, and celebrated murals depicting stories from the Jataka tales and Buddhist traditions. The caves are dramatically located along a horseshoe-shaped gorge overlooking the Waghora River, creating a spectacular setting.

After completing the sightseeing, return to Aurangabad.

Overnight stay in Aurangabad.

After breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to the spectacular Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring an extraordinary collection of Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain rock-cut monuments.

Explore the impressive cave complex, with the magnificent Kailasa Temple (Cave 16) as the main highlight. Carved entirely out of a single rock, this monumental temple is one of the finest achievements of ancient Indian architecture and sculpture.

Later, visit the nearby Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, one of the twelve sacred Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Return to your hotel. Overnight stay in Aurangabad.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed for the remaining Aurangabad sightseeing.

Visit the Aurangabad Caves, a fascinating group of ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves offering beautiful views over the city. Later, enjoy some free time for local shopping and souvenirs, where you can discover traditional handicrafts and locally made products.

Later, you will be transferred to Aurangabad Airport for your onward journey. Tour concludes with wonderful memories of Ajanta, Ellora and Aurangabad.