Aurangabad Ellora Caves sightseeing - Day Tour
Overview
The Ellora Caves are an impressive complex of Buddhist, Hindu and Jain cave temples built between the 6th and 10th centuries AD near the ancient Indian village of Ellora. The caves have a slightly less dramatic setting than those at Ajanta, but more exquisite sculptures. Ellora is a World Heritage Site and the most visited ancient monument in Maharashtra State.
Inclusions
- Complementary Bottled Water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ellora, Ellora, Aurangabad District, Maharashtra
Ellora (also known as Elura and, in ancient times, as Elapura) is a sacred site in Maharastra, central India. The Ellora Caves are listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and is celebrated for its Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain temples and monuments which were carved from the local cliff rock in the 6th to 8th century CE. The most spectacular example is the 8th century CE Kailasa temple which, at 32 meters high, is the largest rock-cut monument in the world.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Daulatabad Fort, Mh Sh 22, Daulatabad 431002 India
Impregnable fort of medieval Deccan
Daulatabad fort was one of the most powerful forts of the medieval Deccan. The defense system that made Daulatabad virtually impregnable comprises fortifications with double and even triple rows of massive walls. In addition, there are ingeniously built mazes with a complex arrangement of entryways and deep rock-cut moats and trenches which can be crossed only at one point, over a drawbridge. The defense mechanism of rock-cut subterranean passage is unbelievable.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Bibi Ka Maqbara, Begumpura, Aurangabad 431004 India
The Bibi-Ka-Maqbara is also known as "The Taj of Deccan",
It is dedicated to Rabia-ul-Daurani alias Dilras Banu Begum, the wife of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. Aurangzeb's son, Prince Azam Shah built the mausoleum between 1651 AD and 1661 AD in the memory of his mother Begum Rabia Durani. This mausoleum is a replica of the world-famous Taj Mahal. Also known as Mini Taj, the mausoleum is far less ornamental than the Taj Mahal in Agra.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Panchakki, Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India
This intriguing water mill is famous for its underground water channel which traverses more than 8 km to its source away in the mountains.
Pass By: Khuldabad, Khuldabad, Aurangabad District, Maharashtra
The Valley of Saints is located in Khuldabad, a town in the Aurangabad, Maharashtra, Several Sufi saints of the Chishti Order chose to reside in Khuldabad in the fourteenth century. The dargah of Muntajib al-Din, and the tomb of the last great Mughal emperor Aurangzeb are located here.
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ellora, Ellora, Aurangabad District, Maharashtra
Ellora (also known as Elura and, in ancient times, as Elapura) is a sacred site in Maharastra, central India. The Ellora Caves are listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and is celebrated for its Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain temples and monuments which were carved from the local cliff rock in the 6th to 8th century CE. The most spectacular example is the 8th century CE Kailasa temple which, at 32 meters high, is the largest rock-cut monument in the world.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Daulatabad Fort, Mh Sh 22, Daulatabad 431002 India
Impregnable fort of medieval Deccan
Daulatabad fort was one of the most powerful forts of the medieval Deccan. The defense system that made Daulatabad virtually impregnable comprises fortifications with double and even triple rows of massive walls. In addition, there are ingeniously built mazes with a complex arrangement of entryways and deep rock-cut moats and trenches which can be crossed only at one point, over a drawbridge. The defense mechanism of rock-cut subterranean passage is unbelievable.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Bibi Ka Maqbara, Begumpura, Aurangabad 431004 India
The Bibi-Ka-Maqbara is also known as "The Taj of Deccan",
It is dedicated to Rabia-ul-Daurani alias Dilras Banu Begum, the wife of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. Aurangzeb's son, Prince Azam Shah built the mausoleum between 1651 AD and 1661 AD in the memory of his mother Begum Rabia Durani. This mausoleum is a replica of the world-famous Taj Mahal. Also known as Mini Taj, the mausoleum is far less ornamental than the Taj Mahal in Agra.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Panchakki, Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India
This intriguing water mill is famous for its underground water channel which traverses more than 8 km to its source away in the mountains.
Pass By: Khuldabad, Khuldabad, Aurangabad District, Maharashtra
The Valley of Saints is located in Khuldabad, a town in the Aurangabad, Maharashtra, Several Sufi saints of the Chishti Order chose to reside in Khuldabad in the fourteenth century. The dargah of Muntajib al-Din, and the tomb of the last great Mughal emperor Aurangzeb are located here.
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Baby Seat is Available
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
NorthStar60055746009
October 2023
Excellent service, quite supportive & experienced drivers Good condition vehicles .. You can surely give it a try 👍
Excellent service, quite supportive & experienced drivers Good condition vehicles .. You can surely give it a try 👍Koratravels
December 2019
One of the best travel company in Aurangabad, my first time experience with JK Tours & travels was superb, owner is so kind and very organized will definitely like to work with him and strongly recommended. Once again thanks all the staffs members of JK Tours & travels.
One of the best travel company in Aurangabad, my first time experience with JK Tours & travels was superb, owner is so kind and very organized will definitely like to work with him and strongly recommended. Once again thanks all the staffs members of JK Tours & travels.Camper45757347486
October 2023
very good experience. they make good suggestions. very comfortable ride. they are always thinkcustomer first. we were stuck in traffic on our way to the air, the driver was smart to preempt and improvised to ensure we make it on time. overall 5/5
very good experience. they make good suggestions. very comfortable ride. they are always thinkcustomer first. we were stuck in traffic on our way to the air, the driver was smart to preempt and improvised to ensure we make it on time. overall 5/5Traveler55698774011
October 2023
Beautiful behaviour good service provider good cab driver with polite and soft atitude and good knowledge about the route.
Beautiful behaviour good service provider good cab driver with polite and soft atitude and good knowledge about the route.dzhiurga
February 2023
I contacted JK tours by email, got a fast response. Date and price was confirmed, no pre-payment was needed. Right before the trip we agreed on morning start time and I was sent drivers details. When I went outside the hotel on agreed day and time - the driver was already waiting for me by the d...
I contacted JK tours by email, got a fast response. Date and price was confirmed, no pre-payment was needed. Right before the trip we agreed on morning start time and I was sent drivers details. When I went outside the hotel on agreed day and time - the driver was already waiting for me by the door. He was very polite and walked me from the car to every ticket office in each of the locations we visited. I was grateful for that because during the trip I was sick and felt light-headed. So light-headed that at the end of the trip I paid way more then it was agreed by the email. The driver looked confused but I went straight to my hotel. By the time I realised my mistake and got out to see if maybe he was still there - he still was! He waited and gave all the money back right away so I could count them correctly this time. I just feel so lucky I chose this company for my day tour and couldn't recommend them enough.MH3675
December 2019
Arrived Aurangabad with lot of apprehension on the Aganta visit because of reported bad condition of road. Contacted Me Rahmat Khan at travel desk of Ginger. Booked a car at very reasonable rate. All statement about the roads and trip were wrong. The car was very comfortable and took care of road...
Arrived Aurangabad with lot of apprehension on the Aganta visit because of reported bad condition of road. Contacted Me Rahmat Khan at travel desk of Ginger. Booked a car at very reasonable rate. All statement about the roads and trip were wrong. The car was very comfortable and took care of road condition due to repair work. Reached Aganta in less than 2.30 hours. Really a memorable place. The roads arre OK. Just don't miss Aganta Caves friends.