Ellora Caves & Daulatabad Fort Day Trip From Aurangabad

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About this activity

Embark on an enriching day trip with the "Ellora Caves & Daulatabad Fort Day Trip From Aurangabad." Your private guide will pick you up from your hotel in Aurangabad, leading you to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ellora Caves, a complex of 34 rock-cut temples dating from the 6th to the 10th centuries. Explore the historical and cultural significance of the intricate carvings within these ancient caves. Visit the Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, witness its rituals, and enjoy a lunch break. Venture to the hilltop Daulatabad Fort, built in the 14th century, where your guide will unfold tales of strategic importance and battles. Conclude your day with a visit to Bibi Ka Maqbara, the Mini Taj Mahal, before returning to Aurangabad for a drop-off at your hotel.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Agora Voyages Pvt. Ltd.

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: English speaking local guide, if option selected.
Included: Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
Included: Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
Included: Lunch, if option selected.
Included: Government Taxes.
Included: Bottled water in the car.

Not included

Not included: Camera charges at monuments.
Not included: Gratuities and optional activities.
Not included: Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Itinerary

Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar

Passing by

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

one hour Admission included

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.
Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple

2 hours

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.
Daulatabad Fort

30 min Admission included

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.
Bibi Ka Maqbara

30 min

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.
Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar

Passing by

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

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel O Balaji Executive Lodging
Hotel O Basuri Lodging
Spree Hotel Aurangabad
Hotel O Laxmi Lodging
Hotel Shree Maya
FabHotel Bhondawe Palace Waluj BK
Hotel Unnati
Hotel Prime Lodging
Hotel Grand Imperial - An Hospitality
Hotel Shangrila Elite
A Square Executive Hotel
Collection O Shirdi Near Dwarkamai Shirdi Temple

and 278 more pickup points

Pickup is available from all hotels, residences, and other accommodations within Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad). Please provide your hotel or accommodation details at the time of booking or at least 3 days before the tour. Your driver and guide will meet you at the scheduled pickup time. Driver and guide contact details will be shared one day prior to the tour.

Using your ticket

Please provide up pick up information at least one day before the tour

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Car Only

Includes: Private Car with Driver.

Pickup included
Car & Guide

Includes: Private Car with Driver + Private Guides.

Pickup included
Car, Guide, Entrance & Lunch

Includes: Private Car with Driver + Private Guides + Entrance & activities charges mentioned in the itinerary & Lunch.

Pickup included
Car, Guide & Entrance

Includes: Private Car with Driver + Private Guides + Entrance & activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.

Pickup included