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Skip-the-queue private Ajanta & Ellora 2-Day Tour

By Heritage of India
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$176 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Leave all planning to us when you visit the UNESCO-listed Ajanta and Ellora Caves. Experience the architectural and artistic wonders of Maharashtra on this exclusive two-day private tour to Ajanta and Ellora Caves, along with the stunning Bibi Ka Maqbara. On day one, visit the Ajanta viewing point and then the Ajanta caves. On day two, cover the Ellora Caves and the mini-Taj Mahal. You can choose to explore the caves independently or hire a knowledgeable ASI-approved guide at the site.

  • Skip the queue – Entry tickets to all sites are included, so you avoid long queues and head straight in.
  • Private AC Car & Driver – Enjoy a smooth and comfortable ride at your own pace.
  • Flexible & Personalised – This private tour allows you to explore at your own pace, with an option to hire an ASI-approved guide directly at the sites.

Activity location

  • Ajanta Caves
    • Ajanta Caves Road
    • 431001, Ajanta, Maharashtra, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ajanta Caves
    • Ajanta Caves Road
    • 431001, Ajanta, Maharashtra, India

Check availability

Private AC car with no tickets
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d

Ajanta Caves Bird’s-Eye View: Enjoy a stunning bird’s-eye view of Ajanta Caves from the spot where John Smith rediscovered them in 1819.
Private AC Car (No tickets): 1) This option is suitable for all citizens across the world. 2) Please note that NO entrance tickets are included.
Duration: 7 hours: 6-8 hours per day
Saloon or SUV: For 1-3 passengers, there will be a saloon car. For 4-5, a SUV will be provided
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$176.38 x 1 AdultNZ$176.38
Total
Price is NZ$176.38
Until Sun, 22 Mar
Car+ Tickets (India & SAARC)
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d

Ajanta Caves Bird’s-Eye View: Enjoy a stunning bird’s-eye view of Ajanta Caves from the spot where John Smith rediscovered them in 1819.
Entry Tickets included: -This option is for Indian/SAARC/BIMSTEC Passport Holders only

  • Entrance tickets included for Ajanta, Ellora, Mini Taj Mahal
    Duration: 7 hours
    Saloon/SUV: For 1-3 passengers, there will be a saloon car. For 4-5, a SUV will be provided
    For Indian/SAARC/BIMSTEC Only: As entrance fees is different for Indian/SAARC/BIMSTEC passport holders.
    Pickup included
Price details
NZ$179.86 x 1 AdultNZ$179.86
Total
Price is NZ$179.86
Until Sun, 22 Mar
Car+Food+Ticket(India & SAARC)
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d

Ajanta Caves Bird’s-Eye View: Enjoy a stunning bird’s-eye view of Ajanta Caves from the spot where John Smith rediscovered them in 1819.

Entry Tickets included: -This option is for Indian/SAARC/BIMSTEC Passport Holders only
-Entrance tickets included for Ajanta, Ellora & Mini Taj Mahal
Duration: 7 hours
Traditional Indian Lunch Thali
Saloon/SUV: For 1-3 passengers, there will be a saloon car.
For 4-5, a SUV will be provided

For Indian/SAARC/BIMSTEC Only: As entrance fees is different for Indian/SAARC/BIMSTEC passport holders.
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$200.35 x 1 AdultNZ$200.35
Total
Price is NZ$200.35
Until Sun, 22 Mar
Car+ Tickets(Foreign National)
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d

Ajanta Caves Bird’s-Eye View: Enjoy a stunning bird’s-eye view of Ajanta Caves from the spot where John Smith rediscovered them in 1819.
Duration: 7 hours
Saloon/SUV: For 1-3 passengers, a saloon car.
For 4-5, a SUV will be provided
For Foreign Nationals only: This is for all other Foreign Nationals.
(Entrance fee is different for Indian/SAARC/BIMSTEC passport Holders.)
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$223.85 x 1 AdultNZ$223.85
Total
Price is NZ$223.85
Until Sun, 22 Mar
Car+Food+Ticket(Foreigners)
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d

Ajanta Caves Bird’s-Eye View: Enjoy a stunning bird’s-eye view of Ajanta Caves from the spot where John Smith rediscovered them in 1819.
Entry Tickets included: -This option is for Foreign Nationals only
-Entrance tickets included for Ajanta, Ellora, Mini Taj Mahal

  • Lunch Included
    Duration: 8 hours
    Traditional Indian Thali
    Saloon/SUV: For 1-3 passengers, there will be a saloon car.
    For 4-5, a SUV will be provided

For Foreign Nationals only: This is for all other Foreign Nationals.
(Entrance fee is different for Indian/SAARC/BIMSTEC passport Holders.)
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$244.34 x 1 AdultNZ$244.34
Total
Price is NZ$244.34
Until Sun, 22 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance Fees to Ajanta, Ellora Caves and Bibi ka Maqbara
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional driver who can speak English and Hindi
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All toll parking, Fuel, taxes and service charges.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transfers and sightseeing throughout the tour by an Private A/c Car
  • What's includedWhat's included
    One complimentary Water Bottle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Guide Service is not included
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals & Hotel Accommodation

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Ajanta Caves

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Ajanta Caves

  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
The Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Maharashtra, India, are a breathtaking collection of 30 rock-cut Buddhist caves dating back to the 2nd century BCE. Renowned for their exquisite murals, intricate sculptures, and mesmerising frescoes, these caves offer a glimpse into ancient India's artistic and spiritual heritage. Hidden in a horseshoe-shaped gorge, Ajanta is a must-visit destination for history buffs, art lovers, and cultural explorers.

Day 2: Ellora Caves and Bibi Ka Maqbara -Taj of the Deccan

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Ellora Caves

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
The Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Maharashtra, India, showcase an extraordinary blend of Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain rock-cut temples carved between the 6th and 10th centuries. Featuring 34 caves, including the awe-inspiring Kailasa Temple—carved from a single rock—Ellora is a masterpiece of ancient engineering and artistry. This architectural wonder offers visitors a journey through centuries of spiritual devotion and artistic brilliance, making it a must-visit destination for history and culture enthusiasts.

Bibi Ka Maqbara

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Bibi Ka Maqbara, often called the "Taj of the Deccan," is a stunning 17th-century mausoleum in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. Built by Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb’s son, Azam Shah, in memory of his mother, Dilras Banu Begum, this grand structure resembles the iconic Taj Mahal but has its own unique charm. Surrounded by lush gardens and intricate marble carvings, Bibi Ka Maqbara is a must-visit destination for history and architecture lovers exploring India’s Mughal heritage.

Location

Activity location

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    Ajanta Caves
    • Ajanta Caves Road
    • 431001, Ajanta, Maharashtra, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Ajanta Caves
    • Ajanta Caves Road
    • 431001, Ajanta, Maharashtra, India

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