Elephanta Caves
A ferry across the harbour to a UNESCO island of rock-cut Shiva temples.
Aurangabad & Ellora Caves
The “Baby Taj”, a hilltop fort and the rock-cut wonder of Ellora, in three days.
- 3 days
- Morning · Afternoon
- Private, or a small group
- Moderate
About this experience
Begin with a 6-hour night drive from Mumbai and reach Aurangabad early in the morning. After a rest, start with Bibi ka Maqbara, often called the “Baby Taj” for its resemblance to the Taj Mahal: serene, with beautiful Mughal architecture.
Next, trek up the formidable Daulatabad Fort for a panoramic view and the history of the region. Then the Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site: rock-cut Buddhist, Hindu and Jain temples and monasteries that will leave you in awe.
The route
- 016-hour night drive to Aurangabad
- 02Bibi ka Maqbara, the “Baby Taj”
- 03Trek up Daulatabad Fort
- 04Ellora Caves, UNESCO World Heritage
- 056-hour drive back to Mumbai
Included
- Private guide
- Private car with driver for the whole trip
- hotel nights (ask us)
- entry fees (ask us)
Not included
- Meals unless agreed
- Tips
Good for
- History lovers
- Travellers with extra days
- Photographers
Bring and wear
- Comfortable walking shoes, light clothes that cover shoulders and knees
- An overnight bag
- A bottle of water and sun protection
- Start times
- Agreed with you when you book
- Meeting point
- Your hotel, or a point we share on WhatsApp
- Group size
- Your own group only
- Getting there
- Private car and driver included, from your hotel
- Fitness
- Moderate. Daulatabad is a proper climb; the rest is easy.
- Children
- Welcome
- Monsoon (June–September)
- Weather-dependent in the monsoon
- Cancellation
- See our booking terms · Booking terms
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