Embark on a fascinating journey from Mumbai to Aurangabad, exploring the historical treasures of the Deccan region. Day one commences with a flight to Aurangabad, where you are transferred to the hotel. Begin your exploration with a visit to Bibi ka Maqbara, a magnificent structure built as a tribute to a mother's love. Explore the Aurangabad Caves, showcasing Buddhist art dating back to 3 A.D. On day two, embark on a full-day excursion to Ajanta Caves, featuring 30 beautiful Buddhist caves adorned with captivating sculptures and paintings. Day three includes a visit to Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple and the UNESCO-listed Ellora Caves, displaying an uninterrupted sequence of monuments dedicated to Brahmanism, Jainism, and Buddhism. Conclude your journey with a visit to Daulatabad Fort, a medieval stronghold with an impregnable defense system. Finally, board a flight back to Mumbai, concluding a remarkable exploration of Maharashtra's cultural and architectural heritage.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
✔ Government taxes.
✔ Bottled drinking water in the car.
✔ Breakfast
✔ Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
✔ English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
✔ Assistance on arrival at the airport.
✔ 2 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
✔ Return economy class flight ticket Mumbai - Aurangabad - Mumbai
✖ Camera charges at monuments if any.
✖ Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
✖ Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
✖ Gratuities and optional activities.
✖ Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Pickup Locations
1. FabHotel Adore Palace
2. Nirvana Suites
3. OYO 44090 Hotel Classic Residency
4. Hotel Kadamb Residency
5. Hotel Safalta Residency, Chembur
6. SPOT ON 44200 Hotel Ganga Palace
7. FabExpress Alfa Grand
8. Hotel Embassy Grand
9. Golden Tulipz By Marvik Rooms
10. Wynd Hotels
11. FabExpress Golden Star
12. Hotel Royal Bently
13. Hotel Laxvas
14. FabExpress Orange Suites
15. Hotel West Inn
16. Gateway Inn
17. GKG Hotel
18. Hotel EleganceNX Andheri
19. Hotel Swagat Residency
20. Hexa Crescent
Additional Info: Pick up from any city hotels in Mumbai City
Itinerary
Mumbai to Aurangabad (flight)
1
Mumbai
Pick up from your hotel in Mumbai and transfer to airport to board flight for Aurangabad.
Duration: 0 minutes
2
Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar
On arrival at Aurangabad airport assistance and transfer to hotel.
Duration: 0 minutes
3
Bibi Ka Maqbara
Later city tour of Aurangabad visit Bibi ka Maqbara Built by Azam Shah in 1678, the Bibi ka Maqbara is a son's loving tribute to his mother. Due to its similar design standing spectacularly on the lawns of the landscaped garden with ponds, fountains and water channels, the white marbled monument is popularly known as the mini Taj of the Deccan.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Aurangabad Caves
Aurangabad Caves situated at a distance of 5 km, nestled amidst the hills are 12 Buddhist caves dating back to 3 A.D. Of particular interest are the Tantric influences evident in the iconography and architectural designs of the caves Also visit a small archaeological museum.
Duration: 2 hours
Aurangabad - Ajanja - Aurangabad (104kms/ 2hrs approx one way)
1
Ajanta Caves
Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion to Ajanta Caves (Monday closed). The Buddhist Caves of Ajanta were discovered by the British officers in 1819 while tiger hunting. Ajanta Caves were first mentioned in the writings of the Chinese pilgrim Hiuen Tsang who visited India between A.D 629 and 645. The Caves at Ajanta are older than those at Ellora , which date from about 200 B.C to 650 A.D. Thirty beautiful Buddhist Caves with mesmerizing sculptures and paintings depicting Buddha's life as well the lives of the Buddha in his previous births. Five of these Caves are Chaityas (Place of worship) while the other twenty-five are Viharas (monasteries). Ajanta Caves are divided in two categories based on two schools of Buddhist thought - Hinayana Caves and Mahayana Caves.
Evening back to hotel in Aurangabad for overnight stay.
Duration: 8 hours
Aurangabad - Mumbai (flight)
1
Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple
Breakfast at hotel, excursion to visit Grishneshwar jyotirlinga & Ellora Caves. Visit Grishneshwar Temple one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines mentioned in the Shiva Purana. The temple is an important pilgrimage site in Shaivism tradition of Hinduism, which considers it as the last or twelfth Jyotirlinga. Made of red and black stones boasting intricate carvings and patterns the temple was constructed by Queen Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore, in the Maratha style of architecture.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Ellora Caves
Ellora Caves a UNESCO World heritage sites (Tuesday closed). It houses 34 monasteries and temples with some exclusive uninterrupted sequence of monuments that date back from 600 to 1000 AD. The temples of Ellora are dedicated to Brahmanism, Jainism, and Buddhism. It also has some of the excellent stonework depicting the legends related to Lord Shiva.
Duration: 3 hours
3
Daulatabad Fort
On way back visit Daulatabad Fort one of the most powerful forts of the medieval Deccan. The defense system that made Daulatabad virtually impregnable comprises fortifications with double and even triple rows of massive walls.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar
Later transfer to airport to board flight for Mumbai.
Duration: 0 minutes
5
Mumbai
On arrival at Mumbai airport assistance and transfer to your hotel.
Duration: 0 minutes
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
