Shirdi to Ajanta & Ellora Caves Tour
Ajanta and Ellora are roughly 100 km apart and each need the better part of a day to see properly, which is why we don't try to combine both on one day. This itinerary gives each site its own day, with Aurangabad's city sites and Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga worked in around the Ellora visit.
Highlights
- Ajanta Caves (rock-cut Buddhist caves, 2nd century BCE onward)
- Ellora Caves (Hindu, Buddhist and Jain cave temples, including the Kailasa temple)
- Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga
- Bibi Ka Maqbara and Daulatabad Fort
Itinerary
- 1
Day 1: Shirdi → Aurangabad
Drive to Aurangabad, check-in, evening at leisure or a visit to Bibi Ka Maqbara.
- 2
Day 2: Ellora Caves & Grishneshwar
Full day at Ellora Caves, followed by Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga darshan nearby.
- 3
Day 3: Ajanta Caves → Return to Shirdi
Early departure for Ajanta Caves (a longer drive from Aurangabad), followed by the return journey to Shirdi.
Inclusions
- Vehicle with driver for all 3 days
- Fuel, driver allowance, tolls and parking
Exclusions
- Hotel accommodation (arranged on request)
- Cave entry tickets
- Meals
- ASI/local guide fees at the caves, if opted for
Important Information
- Ajanta Caves are closed on Mondays; Ellora Caves are closed on Tuesdays — we plan the day order around this.
- Ajanta involves a walk from the parking/shuttle point to the caves — comfortable footwear is recommended.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's possible but rushed, since Ajanta alone is a half-day round trip from Aurangabad. We can quote a tighter 2-day version if that's your only option — just ask on WhatsApp.
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