Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar Tours
Exclusive Ajanta Ellora Caves: 1.5-Day Guided Tour- Only Caves
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Exclusive Ajanta Ellora Caves: 1.5-Day Guided Tour- Only Caves
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Embark on a fascinating journey to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora Caves with our expert English-speaking guides. This exclusive 1.5-day tour is ideal for those with a tight travel schedule who wish to delve into the marvels of these ancient rock-cut caves.
Why Visit Ajanta and Ellora Caves?
Ajanta Caves One Full Day: Ajanta Caves are renowned for their exquisite Buddhist art and frescoes, offering a glimpse into the rich heritage of ancient Buddhist civilization. Closed on Monday.
Ellora Caves- Half Day: Ellora is a unique site featuring a blend of Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain temples. This remarkable site showcases the religious trinity with its diverse cave temples. Closed on Tuesday.
This exclusive Ajanta and Ellora Caves tour is designed for those who want to maximize their experience of these extraordinary rock-cut marvels. Book now to secure your spot on this unforgettable cultural adventure!
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Ages 0-99
Duration: 2 days
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English
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- Entry Tickets to Monument
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private vehicle
- Entry/Admission - Ellora Caves
- Entry/Admission - Ajanta Caves
What's not included- Lunch & Dinner
- Insurance
- Anything not included in inclusions
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- We provide pickup from all locations in Aurangabad.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.- Chikkalthana Airport, Aurangabad India
Additional pickup optionsDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.- Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad), Maharashtra, India
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 71085P6- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is one and half day tour. Traveler can invest lesser time and explore both caves site. Ajanta Caves: A UNESCO World Heritage Site Recognized as the world’s greatest historical monument by UNESCO, the Ajanta Caves are India’s first UNESCO World Heritage site. These caves, dating back to the 2nd century BC to AD, are renowned for their magnificent and ancient paintings, which are older than those of Vinci. Cave Composition: Out of the 30 caves, 9, 10, 19, 26, and 29 are chaitya-grihas (prayer halls), while the rest are monasteries. Historical Discovery: Discovered in AD 1819, these caves showcase paintings from the 2nd century BC to the 5th century AD. Artistic Themes: The paintings, executed on mud-plaster using the tempera technique, depict Buddha, Bodhisattvas, and scenes from the Jatakas. Plan your trip with TravelGreed to explore this painter’s paradise. Typically, 5 hours are required to explore the key caves, depending on traffic and interest. Ellora Caves: The Largest Rock-Cut Cave Complex Another UNESCO World Heritage site, the Ellora Caves, is the largest rock-cut cave complex in the world. With over 100 caves, 34 of which are open to tourists, Ellora showcases a blend of Buddhist, Jain, and Hindu art. Cave Composition: The complex includes 12 Buddhist, 5 Jain, and 17 Hindu caves. Kailash Temple: The highlight is the Kailash Temple, the largest monolithic structure carved from a single rock, depicting Hindu mythological stories with sheer perfection. Travelers can explore the key caves at Ellora in 3 to 4 hours, depending on speed and traffic. Embark on a journey with TravelGreed to witness the grandeur of these ancient marvels. Book your trip now and delve into the rich history and artistry of Ajanta and Ellora Caves!
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 71085P6
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- Daydream391976607650 contributionsGreat experience and world wondersWe had a 2-day trip to the lunar crater (day 1) and Ajanta + Ellora Caves (day2). The lunar crater is amazing, when you hike down to the last temple. It’s worth every minute…the view, the wildlife, the nature and this spot is magic. The Caves are mindblowing, if you try do realise, how it was build…it’s amazing, beautiful and spectacular. The trips were in itself an excitement, the drive is long and hard (bumpy roads), take good shoes on and a lot of water!!! Mr Pankaj is a great guide, very knowledgeable and always patient and our driver Aadarsh drove us safely and calm two days (approx 12 hours). We would highly recommend this experience!!!Written 9 December 2024
- Eska1230 contributionsWonderful trip to Ajanta & Ellora cavesEverything from the moment we were picked up from the hotel was perfect! Comfortable car, excellent guide. Our guide ,Pankaj, created a real experience for us which made our trip to those majestic caves even more special. Thank you very much for looking after us so well.Written 6 October 2024
- ViliuSanda0 contributionsUnforgettable experience for the years to comeFrom the very first moment it was obvious to me that the day is going to be memorable for the years to come in my life. The tour with Mr. Amod Basole was a real experience; experience of something entirely new and at that time unknown. The knowledge shared by the tour guide accumulated with the knowledge already obtained in the past and it translated into not only in a physical, but a spiritual journey as well. Highly recommended for everyone who has a rooted interest in exploring beyond what the eyes can see and the ears can hear. Namaste!Written 30 July 2023
- Ajinkya24800 contributionsAjanta Ellora - India's ancient civilizationFriday Noon-Pune to Ajanta – Stay at MTDC Ajanta Saturday-Ajanta, Daultabad fort, Panchakki, Bibi ka Makbara, CH. Sambhaji Nagar city, Stay at Ginger, CH. Sambhaji Nagar Sunday- Grishneswar Jyotirlinga Temple, Ellora back to Pune. We started our journey from Pune around noon on Friday, it takes 8 hours to reach Ajanta. Road is good & travelled via samrudhi stretch of Shirdi-Aurangabad. We stayed at MTDC, Ajanta T junction, this hotel is next to Ajanta bus stand where you get buses to reach Ajanta caves (you can't take your vehicle at top). There are only 4 rooms to offer and we reached around 8.30 PM so bit lonely that time. But location is good & you only realized that in morning. There is no canteen but you can order food from another MTDC hotel & they will deliver to you. Next morning, we visited Ajanta caves, it takes 2-3 hrs to see all the caves & paintings. If you are interested in art it mesmerize you otherwise you get bored. 14 caves are open to public & 5 caves important to see. Once you get down, there is one cafe where you get nice lunch. Next we headed to Daultabad or Deogiri fort, 3 hr drive from Ajanta, this fort used to capital of Yadav dynasty, there is not much to see only one canon placed at top of fort. You have to climb 750 steps to see that but we did that & enjoy also. Then we headed toward CH. Sambhaji Nagar (Aurangabad) to see Panchakki &Bibi ka Makbar. It takes one hour to reach city from Daultabad. we felt panchakki is waste & if you have seen Taj Mahal which we did then Bibi ka Makbara is disappointed. After day's exertion we checked into Ginger Hotel, one can stay near Ellora, but you have limited options, city offers you lots of options. We want to enjoy biryani & pan so it nice to stay in city, we had dinner at Great Sagar. Restaurant is good & it serves biryani & dessert. We try pan at famous Tara pan center, it is nice experience. Ginger stay is comfortable. Next day we visited Grishneswar Jyotirlinga Temple, male needs to take off upper cloths to take darshan in mandap so make sure your attire is like that. This is one of Jyortilinga so you expect lot of crowds on weekends. Last destination is Ellora caves, it is just one km from temple. There are 34 caves to see but 4 caves are important. Good thing at Ellora is you have electric cart to see 3 important caves which far from main gate. The fourth cave no 16 which has Kailasa, the largest monolithic temple is at main gate. Normally it takes 2 hours to see Ellora. After 2-1/2 day we headed back to Pune, with lots of memories & pics. One can start journey on Saturday morning but it is quite exhausting if you drive your own & then walk to see caves & fort.Written 7 April 2023
- Camharriper0 contributionsA great adventureGuide was excellent. We were taken to the caves with detailed and passionate descriptions and explanations. Also surprised about the Fort and the "2nd Taj Mahal"Written 19 November 2022
- vishnuprao0 contributionsFantastic toursMr. Pankaj was a fantastic guide with a wealth of knowledge of both the Ajanta & Ellora Caves. The professionalism and passion was clearly evident.Written 28 September 2022
- veraverheijen0 contributionsAjanta and Ellora tourWe had a 1.5 day tour with the first day Ajanta Caves and the second day Ellora Caves. Pankaj was our government approved tourguide. He had a lot of knowledge and could passionately tell good stories about the caves. He adjusted the tour timings according to our schedule, which was quite convenient. The nature surroundings of the caves were very beautiful in the monsoon season. One thing to improve is that sometimes the tourguide gave a bit too much information.Written 21 August 2022
- Lesya120 contributionsIncredible Ajanta and Ellora tourThis was a fantastic tour of Ajanta and Ellora! Mr Pankaj was a great tour guide who knew so much about the caves and region. I appreciated his deep knowledge and perspective, and the way he shared the caves' history through stories. I highly recommend booking with him! The first day we left Aurangabad early to beat the heat and crowds. It was great being at Ajanta with no crowds and to experience the acoustics and sereneness of the temple caves. Ellora was more crowded as it's closer to Aurangabad, but still stunning nonetheless. The communication with Travel Greed and Mr Pankaj was smooth and I felt well taken care of the entire trip. It was my first domestic trip in India and a great introduction to this wonderful country. If I come back, I'd love to see the caves and Ajanta valley after monsoons when the area is green and lush. If you go during Indian summer (April/May/June), pack a lot of water, sunscreen, and loose clothing!Written 15 June 2022
- Nilanjana-G7890 contributionsWeekend Trip to Ajanta and Ellora CabesOur guide Mr Amod Bhasole, is the guide one can get to visit Aurangabad, Ajanta and Ellora Caves. We have never met a guide like him. He had a great experience after a very long time. And the trip was arranged very well.Written 5 June 2022
- Ruhfuspushpa0 contributionsAjanta & ElloraIt was a great trip. Thanks to our tour organiser - Travel Greed Tourism and our guide - Pankaj Kanade- was very knowledgeable and ensured all our questions were answered. We highly recommend him. His organisation of the day made it possible for us to enjoy all of the highlights. TravelGreed Tourism was great to work with and easy to approach & accommodate.Written 5 June 2022
- pranavk6410 contributionsStop looking elsewhere! Travelgreed is the best partner...Although I'd been to Ajantha and Ellora before, this time with Travelgreed, i got to know what the place is really. Luckily due to covid restrictions there was not much crowd and that turned as a boon... Mr. Hrushi who is the main man of travelgreed was very polite and always available on phone for questions. Since we had a 6 yo with us, he planned the tour keeping that in mind. We got the contact number of our tour guide Mr. Pankaj, a day before which helped us with the nitty-gritty. We picked him up en-route so that we could have a chat with him on the way about the place. Pankaj is a very humble and knowledgeable person who bowled us over with his knowledge about Ajantha so much so that we couldn't wait to reach and start the tour. On reaching, after getting the tickets, we started the tour. Mr. Pankaj was very elaborate and more importantly keen to answer our questions. He did not rush us when we asked questions or felt like spending some more time at a particular cave. Although my wife is a heritage conservationist, she felt enlightened by the information Mr. Pankaj gave us about the place. You know you are with the right guide, when in a rarity he'd say "I'll get back to you on this as i am not an expert on this particular subject." And he did get back to us with answers. Unfortunately we are often used to tour guides who would talk like a recorded cassette looping information and if you cross question them or interrupt would lose their thing. Mr. Pankaj on the other hand not only was an encyclopedia on the place but knew names from the heritage or archeological circles within India which shows his outreach. He is MA (History) for the records. We enjoyed every bit of the guided tour as I believe, a place can come alive only when you have the perspective. And ours was Mr. Pankaj. When i speak so highly about the guide, you know the person who hires such a qualified person must be from a different place. He was kind to visit us at our hotel in Aurangabad after we finished the tour to check if all went well. We went by our own car, but I'm more than sure Hrushi can work out the logistics for you as also the hotel booking. Since he is from Aurangabad, he'd suggest you best hotels to stay according to your budget. In a nutshell, JUST CALL HIM when you plan your visit and let him take care of you. A BIG thumbs-up to team Travelgreed...Written 28 January 2022
- Abhay_Kukreti0 contributionsHighly RecommendedThe trip was well advised, with good guide and driver. The conduct was professional and schedules were punctual with enough room for personalisation to accommodate interests. Had randomly stumbled upon them on tripadvisor and trusted its reviews. No disappointment at all.Written 25 October 2021
- Dchib0 contributionsAmazing experience. Highly recommend HrushiOur entire trip went very smoothly and nearly 100% as planned. There were so many enjoyable moments because of Hrushi. Hrushi was very helpful. We visited ELLORA , AJANTA, GRISHNESHWAR , BI BI KA MAQBARA and many places. Thank you so much for such wonderful experience in aungabad. We had great time. Highly recommend everyone ..Written 18 January 2021
- Sukumar_9050 contributionsA Memorable ExperienceMr.Hrushi helped us to plan the Ajantha Ellora visits through remote calls and provided us valuable guidance. We did the Ajantha day tour. We were sufficiently warned that the road to Ajantha from Aurangabad was not good. The experience did exceed our expectations:-) It was worse, the road was really really bad despite the warning. The experience was breathtaking, the setting, the architectural brilliance and the art itself. The three dimensional frescoes were mind blowing considering the time frame. The guide (Mr.Madhu) was courtesous and knew the facts. While it was Ok for Indian audience the accent, English and story telling was difficult to follow for a Western audience.Written 6 February 2020
- 877mathews0 contributionsAjanta and Ellora cavesWe had booked a 2 day private tour with travel greed after reading their reviews on TripAdvisor. The experience was good and did not disappoint. Mr Hrushi who owns the travel company was in touch through email and WhatsApp from the beginning. He sent us the name of the driver(Raju) who would pick us from the airport and take us around, a day before we landed in Aurangabad. The guide allocated to us for both the days(Mr Pankaj) was knowledge, patient and with good communication skills. We found that the tour was not rushed and there was plenty of opportunities to take essential breaks. A thoroughly enjoyable experience and would certainly recommend.Written 6 February 2020
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Nov 2019
I found Travel Greed through Trip Advisor after a long search on the web for some tour company to organize a 2 day trip to Aurangabad to explore Ajanta & Ellora caves. I knew the sites were a drive from Aurangabad, and the roads were very dad to Ajanta which is about 100 kms from Aurangabad. I thought it would be a nightmare planning myselves. Thankfully I found Hrushikesh at Travel Greed who helped me plan the trip from the adventurous tours & transfers. The whole process was very organized and professional. Hrushikesh was always checking in with me or the guide throughout our trip to make sure everything was to our liking. Thank you Hrushikesh! I had an amazing trip after a couple of weeks traveling to India on Business. These caves were in my bucket list for many years and were beyond my expectations. The drives were very good, particularity on the drive to Ajanta. My guide Rajesh Raut was extremely professional, great photographer and extremly knowledgeable. Ask for him if you book a trip to the cave with Travel Greed. Highly recommend Travel Greed!
Written 15 November 2019
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Thank you very much for such a sparkling 5-star review and wonderful words. Our team at TravelGreed Tourism will be thrilled to know that you appreciated our efforts with such a wonderful review.
It is necessary to mention that Traveler's cooperation is the most important thing to conclude tour successfully and you are a great person.
We would like to thank you for the photos you shared. The photos are awesome and we are going to use them for our website with your name :-).
Once again thank you very much.
Cheers !!!
Written 26 November 2019
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Jul 2019 • Couples
Nice tour, our guide Mr. Patil is very knowledgeable about the history of the area and was willing to share his personal thoughts as well, really enjoyed it. The road trip to Ajanta was brutal though, the road is very bad. One thing that would make the tour better given the cost is for them to include lunch and water along the way.
Written 29 July 2019
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Thanks for reviewing the tour experience.
Considering your suggestion we will provide mineral water to every traveler from the very next tour. We'll also check the possibilities to add Lunch.
Hope your last-minute change in the hotel was well-taken care off by our staff.
We are really thankful to you for appreciating our efforts with a 4-star rating.
We are committed to travelers experience and your suggestions will make us more efficient.
Thanks again on behalf of Team TravelGreed Tourism.
Written 31 July 2019
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Dec 2019 • Friends
Mr Taqui is a native son of Arangabad, having grown up here when it was a small village. His intimate knowledge of the Caves and other sites in the area such as a 500 year old fort and the Deccan Taj, modeled after the Taj Mahal, made our excursion memorable. His friendships with local weavers enabled us to view first hand their amazing work with silk & cotton.
He can be reached at CAPITALTOURIND@GMAIL.COM or by mobile at +91-9890363536
He can be reached at CAPITALTOURIND@GMAIL.COM or by mobile at +91-9890363536
Written 11 December 2019
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Hi ! Wrong posting.
I think you reviewed wrong company. Also it is not allowed to mention email and contact details as per TripAdvisor policy.
Written 16 December 2019
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