Ajanta and Ellora Tour Packages are available from Pune.
This Tour Package allows the clients to experience the History and scenic beauty of the Ajanta and Ellora caves and offers a retreat experience from the busy city of Pune and gives a look into the substantial heritage and legacy of the caves and temple’s of Maharashtra.
Why Ajanta & Ellora
Ajanta is a World Heritage Site consisting of 30 caves, hewn from rock, that were constructed between 2nd century BCE and 5th CE.
Not long from Ajanta is the Ellora. Ellora is a rock hewn heritages consisting of 34 caves of varying temples and monasteries. The faiths represented are those of Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism, and also includes the enormous and impressive lone Kailasa temple
Apart from Ajanta and Ellora, you can also visit the various attractions located nearby like, the famous Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga temple, the Daulatabad fort, and the Bibi Ka Maqbara which are located in the Aurangabad area.
Matoshri Tours and Travels
1 Day Itinerary
Morning: Early mornings. Depart from Pune by road to the Ellora caves. Travel to Ellora and reach there by Mid Morning. Explore the Ellora caves. Visit all the caves and ensure to go to the Kailasa temple located at cave 16.
Mid Afternoon: Lunch at a place located near Ellora, after which you can visit the Ajanta caves.
Late Afternoon: Arrive at Ajanta, visit main caves (Cave 1, 2, 16, 17) with frescoes and sculptures. Tripadvisor +1 Evening: Head back to Pune or stay overnight close by, depending on your convenience. 2 Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Leave Pune to Aurangabad. Visit local attractions (Bibi Ka Maqbara, Daulatabad Fort and Grishneshwar Temple) and stay a night at Aurangabad.
Day 2 – Early morning visit at Ellora Caves, and then to Ajanta Caves with a leisurely exploration. Head back to Pune in the evening. Tips & Highlights Best time to visit: October to March for pleasant weather. Indiator Very ambitious with a one-day itinerary, go with a two-day option for more in-depth exploration. Comfortable shoes should be worn, climbing/walking inside caves is a lot, and water should be brought. Booking a guided tour is a good option to know the context behind the paintings, carvings, and the historical significance. Plan for stays and transport ahead, since there will be long drives going from Pune to Aurangabad/Ajanta/Ellora. Have the 1-day express version and the 2-day relaxed option, this tour is rich in art, spirituality, and adventure.
