Private Tour
Skip-the-Line: All-Inclusive 2-Day Ajanta and Ellora Private Tour
Overview
Available languages
48 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the beauty of Aurangabad city and the world heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora caves with a private English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, and Japanese-speaking professional guide. Enjoy a guided tour of these 63 caves, including the famous Ajanta and Ellora caves, which are among the top historical places in Maharashtra and one of the most visited ancient monuments in India. Book your tour online at the best prices and immerse yourself in the culture of India.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Important Note: Many travelers have a question in their minds: Can they catch a flight after finishing the tour for the next day? Yes, you can do the Ellora Caves and Local Tour comfortably and catch the flight after noon. We will drop you off at the airport anytime between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Shoes have to be taken out in some caves in Ajanta. If you want to avoid it, then you can carry polythene socks together.
Note : Ajanta Caves are closed every Monday. Ellora Caves are closed every Tuesday.
We offer four booking options: Sedan car with an English-speaking guide, Sedan car with a multilingual guide, SUV car with an English-speaking guide, and SUV car with a multilingual guide.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Exploring the Mystical Ajanta Caves
Ajanta Caves
Morning: 7:00 a.m. or 8:00 a.m. departure from Aurangabad Your two-day journey begins with an early-morning departure from Aurangabad. Your guide will pick you up from your selected pickup point in Aurangabad and proceed to Ajanta Caves. Ajanta is at a distance of 100 km from Aurangabad; it will take 2 hours to reach here. Ajanta Caves, which are known for their rich historical and cultural heritage, This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a complex of 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments carved into the rocks of the Waghora River valley. Which is from the second century BC. Marvel at the intricate sculptures, stunning frescoes, and grand architecture that tell stories of the Buddha's life and Buddhist legends. After sightseeing 1 or 2 pm: Lunch at a local restaurant Enjoy a delicious lunch at a nearby restaurant offering traditional Indian cuisine. After lunch, return to Aurangabad. Say goodbye to the enchanting Ajanta Caves and return to Aurangabad, where you will check in at your hotel.
Discovering the Wonders of Ellora Caves and Bibi ka Maqbra
Ellora Caves
7:00 a.m. Have breakfast at the hotel. Start your day with a hearty breakfast that fuels your day's adventures. 8:00 am: Departure for Ellora Caves Set out on a scenic 1-hour drive to Ellora Caves, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, located about 30 km from Aurangabad. 9:00 a.m.: Explore Ellora Caves Arrive at the Ellora Caves, a stunning complex of rock-cut temples and monasteries representing three different religions: Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism. Start your exploration with the magnificent Kailash Temple (Cave 16), a monolithic marvel dedicated to Lord Shiva. Take a short break and then continue exploring the Ellora Caves, exploring other spectacular caves in Ellora, including the Jain caves with intricate carvings and the Hindu caves depicting elaborate stories from Hindu mythology. 1:00 pm: Lunch Enjoy a sumptuous lunch at a local restaurant while enjoying the diverse flavors of Indian cuisine. After lunch, proceed to Bibi Ka Maqbara.
Bibi Ka Maqbara
2:00 pm: Visit Bibi Ka Maqbara Bibi Ka Maqbara, which is 30 kilometers from Ellora caves and 7 kilometers from Aurangabad city, was built by Azam Shah, son of the last Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, in memory of his mother. 3:00 PM: Return to Aurangabad End your two-day tour of Ajanta and Ellora Caves and return to Aurangabad with a treasure trove of memories and a deeper understanding of India's rich cultural heritage. 4:00 PM: Return to the hotel or reach the airport or railway station for the onward journey. Return to your hotel for a good night's rest or depart for your onward journey with the mystical beauty of Ajanta and Ellora caves imprinted in your memory forever. This two-day tour will immerse you in the awe-inspiring world of ancient Indian art, culture, and spirituality, leaving you with a deep sense of wonder and appreciation for these remarkable cave complexes.
What‘s Included
All tolls, parking, fuel, handling charges and water bottle.
Shuttle bus tickets and a torch for exploring the Ajanta and Ellora Caves.
Guaranteed skip-the-line access to the Ajanta and Ellora caves
Professional driver who speaks good Hindi and English.
Private transportation by air-conditioned Vehicle
All Sightseeing with Professional English guide.
Optional: Multilingual guide in French, German, Japanese, Spanish, and Italian.
Entry/Admission: Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, and Bibi ka Maqbra.
Hotel, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Sedan + English Guide + Ticket
Private Tour : Private A/C Sedan (Toyota Etios), monument entry tickets, and a professional English guide. Hotel and meals not included.
Pickup included
Sedan, Multilingual Guide, Tic
Private Multilingual guide: A/C Sedan, entry tickets, and a professional multilingual guide fluent in French, German, Japanese, Spanish, and Italian.
Pickup included
SUV, Multilingual Guide, Tic
Private Tour: A/C SUV vehicle, entry tickets, and a professional multilingual guide fluent in French, German, Japanese, Spanish, & Italian.
Pickup included
SUV + English Guide + Ticket
Private Tour: Private A/C SUV (Innova Crysta), monument entry tickets, and a professional English guide. Hotel and meals not included.
Pickup included
Reviews
41 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An excellent tour to magnificent sights
gywnj2025,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had wanted to visit Ellora Caves for many years so I booked a two day tour which also took in Ajanta Caves and Bibi Ka Maqbara. All were spectacular, while guide Deepak and driver Suleman made the experience memorable.
Extraordinary Visit Ejanta and Ellora
Escape21728268229,,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to our guide was always available, it is very friendly and above all has a lot of knowledge about the caves of ejan and lora. It was punctual, the driver very well everything went according to plan. the caves are impressive go visit this wonderful place I recommend. Thank you for supporting us in making this trip and bringing us a very pleasant experience =)
A wonderful experience.
Prasad R,,Mar 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a fantastic experience. The marvel of workmanship from more than a thousand years ago is astounding. Mr Inder Sethi was a wonderful guide with a vast expanse of knowledge and a wonderful personality. He and gave us as much time as we wanted and our trip was greatly enhanced because of his company.
Truly memorable!
Balakrishnan C,,Feb 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I can say a top item from our Bucket List is satisfactorily ticked off thanks to the excellent tours through Viator. The locations of course are a once-in-a lifetime experience and we were keen to ensure we get the most out of our visit. We have used Viator many times before and wanted to try out this one too. We were not disappointed. We were in good hands with the excellent tour guides we had. May I give a call out to Sarang Desmukh (for Ajanta caves) who was a fund of knowledge when it came to history, Kev, the young aspiring junior guide who was very engaging and keen, Mr Ali (for Bibi Ka Maqbara and Ellora caves) who was again an expert with many years of experience and knowledge in the field, who is also an excellent photographer. Thanks also goes to Tausif who drove us to these venues - he made our travel safe and enjoyable despite the pitiable state of the roads to Ajanta caves. Thank you Viator. We shall certainly be calling upon you for our future travels.
Highly recommended !
pondyami,,Feb 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Efficient and reliable. The guide Deepak was excellent. Well informed and very knowledgable He was enthusiastic and encouraging and wanted to tell us more and more. The car quality was good. On time and safe
Great!
jos luismO3326TU,,Jan 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excelent guide! Punctual, professional, informative, but also quite relaxed and with no pressure on the spent time at all. Thanks a lot!
Knowledgeable guide, professional drivers and clean cars!
RPTX,,Dec 31, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed our trip to Ajanta & Ellora with Mr. Ali as our guide. He was very knowledgeable, courteous and patient. Highly recommend this tour company if you are visiting the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar area.
Would highly recommend this tour
SUDIPTA P,,Dec 11, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We liked Ellora caves more due to the impressive Kailashnath Hindu temple. Also there were electric buggies and wheelchairs available. The Ajanta caves involved a lot more walking and climbing which at times can be challenging for seniors or people with mobility issues. However they had the chairs which four people carried on their shoulders but looked a bit scary. The caves themselves were very impressive. Our tour guide Deepak was wonderful throughout the trip and was excellent in narrating the history of these places. Our driver Mr. Sulehman was excellent and friendly. Overall trip was great.
Magical antiquity
Kevin P,,Oct 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful trip visiting Ajanta and Ellora. The driver was very personable and accommodating regarding everything. He took us to very good local restaurants that were not touristy or expensive. Absolutely would recommend this outfit.
Awesome private guided trip to Aurangabad’s best attractions
Jin C,,Sep 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked a guided solo trip with Tour My Choice to visit the Ajanta and Ellora Caves, and Bibi Ka Maqbara. I am really glad that I decided to book this trip. Sher Khan was very responsive to my list of questions prior to the tour. The driver and the guide were professional and accommodating. I especially appreciated my government tourism office-certified expert guide, Deepak. He was very pleasant to be around, extremely knowledgeable, super attentive and understanding. In addition to his tourism knowledge, he is equally intelligent and informed about the current affairs, geopolitical issues, and cultural differences around the world. I really enjoyed talking with him. The time he spent in the caves explaining the history, religion, stories, and the connections was most helpful. Even though I only remembered a fraction of the vast amount of information presented to me, I have significantly deepened my understanding of the multi-cultural and multi-religious aspect of India. If you decide to visit, I highly recommend considering Sher Khan’s tour packages to get the most out of your trip. I would definitely book with them again.
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