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Mumbai Ajanta Ellora Tour

Mumbai Ajanta Ellora Tour

Experience this great opportunity through our exclusively designed Mumbai Ajanta Ellora tour. This unique and insightful tour provided by Mr. Narendra Singh’s team of Discovery Prime Tours will give you glimpses of the culture and history of India that is hard to find elsewhere. Explore three quintessential destinations: Mumbai, Ajanta, and Ellora, with our fully inclusive Ajanta tour packages.

Explore the new-age city of Sambhaji Nagar which was earlier known as Aurangabad rich in history and now famous as the tourism capital of Maharashtra. Also known as the City of Gates, this was renamed in honor of Maratha warrior king Sambhaji Bhosale and is home to a collection of UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Ajanta and Ellora Caves, Bibi Ka Maqbara, and the Panchakki.

  • 5 Days
  • Age 15+
  • Mumbai

Ajanta and Ellora: A Glimpse into World Heritage

The Ajanta Caves, a splendid UNESCO World Heritage Site in Maharashtra, are celebrated for their ancient Buddhist rock-cut temples and exquisite murals dating back to the 2nd century BC. Similarly, the Ellora Caves, near Aurangabad and also a UNESCO site, showcase an astonishing mix of Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain architectural wonders, representing the pinnacle of Indian rock-cut architecture.

 

These sites house masterpieces of Buddhist religious art, with the Ajanta Caves featuring remarkable paintings and sculptures that have been lauded as “the finest surviving examples of Indian art.”

Ajanta Ellora Tour Package: 5 Days

Give yourself an all-encompassing tour package of the 5 days Ajanta Ellora tour package. Experience comfortable transportation, fun tours and attractions, excellent cuisine, interesting entertainment, and pleasant accommodations. Being one of the leading tour operators in India, Discovery Prime Tours provides an enriching and smooth travel experience through the Great Indian Heartland.

Tour Plan

Destinations: Mumbai - Aurangabad - Ajanta - Ellora - Mumbai

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Day 1: Arrival in Mumbai

  • Upon arrival at the international airport, a friendly representative from Discovery Prime Tours will greet you.
  • Assistance with your transfer to your hotel will be provided.
  • Receive a brief overview of your exciting tour ahead.
  • The representative will provide all necessary documents related to your journey.
  • Enjoy your first night in Mumbai, resting and relaxing in the comfort of your hotel.
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    Day 2: Exploring Mumbai (Bombay)

  • Enjoy a delightful breakfast to start your day.
  • Begin your adventure at the iconic Gateway of India.

  • Elephanta Caves:
  • Set sail by motorboat to the Elephanta Caves.
  • Ascend the hill via a flight of 100 steps.
  • Explore the magnificent caves with large pillars and sculptured panels, including the famous Trimurthi of Shiva.
  • Cruise back to the Gateway of India after exploration.
  • Consider dining at the Taj Hotel or other esteemed restaurants like Leopold & Mondegar, offering a range of continental dishes.

  • Afternoon Tour:
  • Visit the Prince of Wales Museum.
  • See the Parliament House.
  • Stroll along Marine Drive.
  • Explore the Jain Temple.
  • Relax at the Hanging Gardens.
  • Head back to your hotel for the night.

  • *Note: Elephanta Caves & Prince of Wales Museum are closed on Mondays.

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    Day 3: Mumbai to Aurangabad by Train

    Morning Transfer:

  • Transfer to the railway station.
  • Board the Tapovan Express at 06:10 hrs.
  • Arrive in Aurangabad at 13:15 hrs.

  • Hotel Transfer: Transfer to your hotel upon arrival.

    Afternoon Sightseeing:
  • Visit the Aurangabad Caves, showcasing tantric influences from the 2nd to 6th century AD.
  • Explore the formidable Daulatabad Fort, a well-preserved 12th-century fortress located just 13 km from Aurangabad.

  • Overnight Stay:
  • Enjoy an overnight stay at your Aurangabad hotel.
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    Day 4: Aurangabad - Ajanta and Ellora Caves

    Morning Departure:

  • After breakfast, embark on a 105 km excursion to the renowned Ajanta Caves.
  • Ajanta Caves:
  • UNESCO World Heritage site discovered in the 19th century.
  • Set deep within the Sahyadri hills above the Waghora River.
  • Narrates the story of Buddhism from 200 BC to 650 AD.
  • Ellora Caves:
  • Proceed to the Ellora Caves, 30 km away.
  • Another celebrated World Heritage site.
  • Features 34 monasteries and temples from 600 to 1000 AD.
  • Dedicated to Brahmanism, Jainism, and Buddhism.
  • Marvel at the exquisite stonework depicting legends of Lord Shiva.
  • Return to your hotel for the night.

    *Note: Ajanta Caves is closed on Mondays and Ellora Caves on Tuesdays.

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    Day 5: Return to Mumbai

    Morning:

  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
  • Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Mumbai.
  • Arrival in Mumbai:
  • The day is yours to enjoy as you please.
  • Options include exploring more sights, shopping, or relaxing.
  • Choose to dine at one of the city's many restaurants for lunch and dinner.
  • Evening:
  • Transfer to the international airport for your flight home.
  • Conclude your memorable tour with Discovery Prime Tours, filled with happy memories.

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