Overview
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.
Why travelers book this
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
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses (Food, Alcoholic/Non-Alcoholic beverages)
- Tips or gratuities
- Anything not specified in inclusions
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
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
Stop 2
About 3 kms from Aurangabad city is Bibi Ka Maqbara, the burial place of Aurangzebās 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.
Stop 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 .
Stop 4
Drive past Aurangabad city
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adultās lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels