Day Excursion from Aurangabad to Ellora Caves, Bibi ka Maqbara and Panchakki

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7 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience the mesmerizing Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site showcasing the ancient civilization of India through a remarkable sequence of rock-cut temples and monasteries adorned with amazing paintings and sculptures.

Dating back to A.D. 600 to 1000, this informative tour is a representation of the spirit of tolerance that characterized ancient India, with sanctuaries dedicated to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism, epitomizing India's rich and diverse cultural heritage. Among the caves, Cave 16-the Kailasa temple is one of the most awe inspiring structures.

The guided tour also includes a visit to Bibi ka Maqbara, a stunning tomb bearing a striking resemblance to the Taj Mahal, and Panchakki, a monument displaying the scientific thought process behind medieval Indian architecture.

Drive past the bustling city of Aurangabad and immerse yourself in the rich history and cultural heritage of India.

What's Included

1 mineral water bottle per person on board the vehicle
Private Air-conditioned vehicle. 1-2 guests in an air-conditioned sedan
Private English-speaking tour guide
Private Air-conditioned vehicle. 3-4 guests in an air-conditioned 5 seater vehicle
All Tolls, Parking, transport taxes and GST included
Hotel or airport pickup and drop
Entrance fees to monuments, battery car included
Personal expenses (Food, Alcoholic/Non-Alcoholic beverages)
Tips or gratuities
Anything not specified in inclusions

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Traveler pickup is offered. We pick up from hotels in Aurangabad or Aurangabad Airport.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Ellora Caves

    You are picked up from your hotel at 8 am and are driven to the Ellora caves. This is a UNESCO world heritage site and are 34 monasteries and temples, extending over more than 2 km, dug side by side in the wall of a high basalt cliff, with its uninterrupted sequence of monuments dating from the 5-10th century. Explore Cave 16 one of the largest single monolithic rock excavation of the world which is actually a temple dedicated to Shiva. It is a chariot-shaped monument and named the Kailasha Temple. It also houses gods and goddesses along with relief panels depicting legends from Hindu epics You can see Ellora caves moving from number 1 to number 16 and then you have to take a bus to go to number 29 and number 30 to 34. And in Ellora caves, you can also go wearing shoes and take photos with flash They are closed on Tuesday

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Bibi Ka Maqbara

    About 3 kms from Aurangabad city is Bibi Ka Maqbara, the burial place of Aurangzeb’s wife, Rabia-ud-Durrani. It is an imitation of the Taj at Agra, and, due to its similar design, it is popularly known as the Mini Taj of the Deccan.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Panchakki, is known as the water mill. This monument is displays the scientific thought process put in medieval Indian architecture. It was designed to generate energy via water brought down from a spring on a mountain. The building, attached to the dargah of Baba Shah Musafir a Sufi saint is located in a garden .

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    Drive past Aurangabad city

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Holidays Forever India

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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