Explore the awe-inspiring Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on a day trip from Mumbai. Marvel at the magnificent rock-cut Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain temples and monasteries. Don’t miss the impressive 105 feet high Kailasa Temple, the largest monolithic structure in the world. End your trip with a visit to Bibi ka Maqbara, a Mughal era mausoleum reminiscent of the Taj Mahal.
Explore the awe-inspiring Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on a day trip from Mumbai. Marvel at the magnificent rock-cut Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain temples and monasteries. Don’t miss the impressive 105 feet high Kailasa Temple, the largest monolithic structure in the world. End your trip with a visit to Bibi ka Maqbara, a Mughal era mausoleum reminiscent of the Taj Mahal.
- Ellora Caves - You will be picked up from your hotel in Mumbai and driven to the airport for your flight to Aurangabad (flight excluded). At Aurangabad airport you will be met by your guide who will escort you to a local restaurant for breakfast (beverage excluded).\n\nAfter breakfast, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Ellora…
- Ellora Caves - You will be picked up from your hotel in Mumbai and driven to the airport for your flight to Aurangabad (flight excluded). At Aurangabad airport you will be met by your guide who will escort you to a local restaurant for breakfast (beverage excluded).\n\nAfter breakfast, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Ellora Caves.\n\nBuilt between the 6th to the 10th century A.D., these Hindu, Buddhist and Jain cave temples are not only a unique artistic creation but also stand testimony to the spirit of tolerance that was characteristic of ancient India.\n\nOf the 100 cave temples in the area, only 34 are open to the public. The most magnificent of these is the 8th century Kailasa Temple (Cave 16), which at a height of 105 feet is the largest rock-cut structure in the world. The walls of the caves are decorated by high-relief friezes and carvings depicting scenes from Indian mythology.\n\nAfter exploring the caves, drive back into town and take lunch (beverage excluded) at a local restaurant.\n\n\n- Bibi Ka Maqbara - End the tour with a visit to the 17th century, Bibi ka Maqbara (Tomb of the Lady). This white mausoleum, a look-alike of the Taj Mahal, is the final resting place of the chief consort of the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb.\n\nAt the end of the tour you will be driven to Aurangabad airport for your return flight to Mumbai (flight fare excluded). Upon arrival in Mumbai, you will be dropped off at your hotel.
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Local English speaking guide at Aurangabad
- Breakfast and lunch (beverage excluded)
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Local English speaking guide at Aurangabad
- Breakfast and lunch (beverage excluded)
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Air ticket Mumbai-Aurangabad-Mumbai
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Air ticket Mumbai-Aurangabad-Mumbai
- Gratuities
Embark on a day trip from Mumbai to explore the world’s largest rock-cut monastery-temple cave complex. The Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are often hailed as the “8th Wonder of the World.” This awe-inspiring site features over 100 Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain cave temples carved from the basalt rocks of the Charanandri Hills. Conclude your…
Embark on a day trip from Mumbai to explore the world’s largest rock-cut monastery-temple cave complex. The Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are often hailed as the “8th Wonder of the World.” This awe-inspiring site features over 100 Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain cave temples carved from the basalt rocks of the Charanandri Hills. Conclude your journey with a visit to Bibi ka Maqbara in Aurangabad, a Mughal-era mausoleum that bears a striking resemblance to the Taj Mahal.
Highlights
• Discover Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain temples and monasteries in Ellora
• Marvel at the 105-foot-high Kailasa Temple, the largest monolithic structure globally
• Visit Bibi ka Maqbara in Aurangabad
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and hats are highly recommended.
- Should you wish to purchase your return ticket from Mumbai to Aurangabad from us, please let us know. This will be at an additional charge. Also, passport name, gender, number, expiry and country of issuance is required at time of booking air tickets.
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.
- Ellora Caves remain closed on Tuesdays.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.