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Embark on an enriching day trip with the "Ellora Caves & Daulatabad Fort Day Trip From Aurangabad." Your private guide will pick you up from your hotel in Aurangabad, leading you to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ellora Caves, a complex of 34 rock-cut temples dating from the 6th to the 10th centuries. Explore the historical and cultural significance of the intricate carvings within these ancient caves. Visit the Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, witness its rituals, and enjoy a lunch break. Venture to the hilltop Daulatabad Fort, built in the 14th century, where your guide will unfold tales of strategic importance and battles. Conclude your day with a visit to Bibi Ka Maqbara, the Mini Taj Mahal, before returning to Aurangabad for a drop-off at your hotel.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please provide your hotel name and address at the time of booking or at least 3 days prior to the trip date. Our guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled time. Contact details will be shared one day prior to the tour.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
8:30 AM - Your private guide will pick you up from your hotel in Aurangabad.
Admission ticket free -
1Ellora Caves
9:30 AM - You will head to Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a complex of 34 rock-cut temples dating back to the 6th and 10th centuries. Your guide will provide you with historical and cultural insights as you explore the intricate carvings and sculptures inside these ancient caves.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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12:30 PM - Next, you will visit the Grishneshwar Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. Your guide will explain the significance of this sacred site and share its rich history and legends. You'll also have the opportunity to witness the temple's rituals and ceremonies. 1:30 PM - Lunch Break.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
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2:30 PM - After lunch, visit the Daulatabad Fort, a hilltop fortress built in the 14th century. Your guide will take you through the fort's ramparts, gates, and underground tunnels, revealing stories of the fort's strategic importance and the battles that were fought there. You'll also get panoramic views of the surrounding countryside from the top of the fort.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Bibi Ka Maqbara
4:00 PM - Finally, you will head back to Aurangabad and visit Bibi Ka Maqbara, also known as the Mini Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built in the 17th century. Your guide will provide insights into its architecture and history, and you can admire the intricate marble work and beautiful gardens surrounding the mausoleum.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
5:00 PM - Your private tour concludes with a drop-off at your hotel in Aurangabad.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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