• Ellora Caves - Guests will be collected from their hotel in Mumbai and transported to the airport for their flight to Aurangabad (flight fare not included). Upon arrival at Aurangabad airport, a guide will meet them and accompany them to the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Ellora Caves.

Constructed between the 6th and 10th centuries A.D., these Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain cave temples are not only a remarkable artistic achievement but also a testament to the spirit of tolerance that characterized ancient India.

Out of the 100 cave temples in the region, only 34 are accessible to the public. The most impressive of these is the 8th-century Kailasa Temple (Cave 16), which, at 105 feet tall, is the largest rock-cut structure in the world. The cave walls are adorned with high-relief friezes and carvings illustrating scenes from Indian mythology.

After exploring the caves, guests will drive back into town and enjoy lunch (at their own expense) at a local restaurant.

• Bibi Ka Maqbara - Conclude the tour with a visit to the 17th-century Bibi Ka Maqbara (Tomb of the Lady). This white mausoleum, resembling the Taj Mahal, is the final resting place of the chief consort of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb.

At the end of the tour, guests will be driven to Aurangabad airport for their return flight to Mumbai (flight fare not included). Upon arrival in Mumbai, they will be dropped off at their hotel.

• Complimentary mineral water, 2 bottles per person
• Local English-speaking guide in Aurangabad
• Comfortable private AC transport
• Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Air ticket Mumbai-Aurangabad-Mumbai
• Gratuities

Embark on a day trip from Mumbai to the world’s largest monastic-temple precinct carved directly from rock formations, the Ellora caves. Globally recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site, these caves are often referred to as the ‘8th Wonder of the World’. Over 100 temples and sanctuaries dedicated to Hindu, Buddhist and Jain beliefs have been cut out from the basalt stones of Charanandri Hills, part of this stunning complex. Conclude your journey with a visit to Bibi ka Maqbara in Aurangabad, a mausoleum from the Mughal period that bears a striking likeness to the Taj Mahal.

Key Points
• Diversity of Hindu, Buddhist and Jain shrines and monastic settlements in Ellora
• The Kailasa Temple, standing at 105 feet high, being the world’s largest single-piece structure
• Bibi ka Maqbara, located 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.