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The Ajanta and Ellora caves have been declared UNESCO World Heritage sites. The Ajanta caves date back to the 2nd century. Hewn out of solid rock by Buddhist monks, the caves are full of incredibly beautiful paintings and sculpture depicting scenes from the life of the Buddha and the popular culture of that era. The Ellora caves have been dated between the 5th and the 10th century. The 34 caves comprise temples as well as monasteries and showcase all three major religions of the time - Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism. A visit to the Daulatbad fort and the Bibi ka Maqbara - a replica of the Taj Mahal - round off this tour.

Day 1 : Mumbai - Aurangabad

Travel Mumbai - Aurangabad by an evening flight. On arrival transfer to your hotel Lemon Tree or the charming Meadows Resort for overnight.

Day 2 : Aurangabad - Ajanta - Aurangabad

Depart on a full day excursion to see the world famous frescoes at the Ajanta caves - a complex of 24 monasteries and 5 temples set in a secluded hillside, about 100 km away. Return to your hotel via the Bibi-ka-Maqbara (replica of the Taj Mahal). Overnight Aurangabad.

Day 3 : Ellora - Aurangabad - Mumbai

Take a sight-seeing tour of the Ellora temple complex, Daulatabad Fort, Aurangzeb's tomb and Aurangabad city. Evening transfer to the airport for flight to Mumbai where your tour ends.

Tour Cost Per Person : Twin occupancy basis USD 215.00.

Sgl occupancy supplement USD 145.00

Tour price includes transfers and guided sight-seeing by private chauffeur driven a/c car and deluxe hotel accommodation with daily breakfast & dinner as per above itinerary.

Airfare not included and could vary between USD 175 to USD 300 per person for a return ticket, depending on availability.

Entrances to monuments and camera fees to be paid directly.

Note: The Ajanata caves are closed on Mondays and the Ellora caves on Tuesdays.

This tour can also be done by taking an early morning flight to Aurangabad on Day 1 and returning by a morning flight on Day 3.