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Explore UNESCO Rock-Cut Wonders: Ajanta & Ellora

Step back in time and explore the awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora Caves. Marvel at ancient rock-cut temples, breathtaking ancient paintings, and intricate Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain architecture that define Indian heritage. Whether you are seeking a profound historical tour or a spiritual cultural experience, our curated sightseeing adventures offer unparalleled access to these magnificent wonders. Book your private guided tour today to witness the unparalleled artistry of these rock-cut caves and create unforgettable memories in one of India's most iconic destinations.

4.7/5 avg ratingFrom $50 per person19 private tour options79% free cancellation

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$59–$151 typical

Median price is $130, with a full range of $50–$272

Rating

Rating

4.72★ average

Based on 150 pooled reviews with ~92% positive sentiment

Tour Type

Tour Type

100% private tours

All 19 available options are private

Tour Duration

Tour Duration

8 hours to 2 days

Median duration is 12 hours

Best For

Best For

History & Sightseeing

74% of options focus on historical and sightseeing themes

Flexibility

Flexibility

79% free cancellation

Most tours offer flexible booking and 8 language options

22 Products

From Aurangabad to Ajanta Ellora Taxi – Best 2-Day Cab Tour

From Aurangabad to Ajanta Ellora Taxi – Best 2-Day Cab Tour

2 daysPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (28 reviews)
99.33%
0.67%
Amazingbest experiencehighly recommend
Viator
$39$46
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From Aurangabad to Ajanta Ellora Taxi – Best 2-Day Cab Tour
Summary

Discover the wonders of ancient India with our exclusive 2-day private tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites—Ajanta and Ellora Caves. Ideal for travelers with limited time, this smartly priced tour lets you experience the awe-inspiring 64 rock-cut caves, showcasing India's rich cultural heritage. ...

Inclusions
  • Sedan Car: Suitable for 1 to 2 passengers. Ideal for a comfortable and private journey.
  • Professional driver who speaks good Hindi and English
  • Mini Van: Designed for 6 to 12 passengers. Best for larger groups or family outings.
  • Bottles of mineral water and Torch for exploring caves.
  • All toll parking, Fuel, taxes and service charges
  • SUV Car: Perfect for 1 to 5 passengers. Great choice for small groups or families.
Exclusions
  • Ajanta, Ellora caves & Bibi Ka Maqbra Entry Ticket
Itinerary
  • Ajanta Caves
  • Ellora Caves
  • Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple
  • Daulatabad Fort
  • Bibi Ka Maqbara
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Note :- Ajanta caves closed on every Monday Ellora caves closed on every Tuesday., Confirmation will be received at time of booking, Monument Ticket Prices: Ajanta Caves: INR 40 (SAARC countries), INR 600 (Non-SAARC countries) Ellora Caves: INR 40 (SAARC countries), INR 600 (Non-SAARC countries), Bibi Ka Maqbara: INR 30 (SAARC countries), INR 300 (Non-SAARC countries)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Ajanta & Ellora Combined Tour in a day from Aurangabad

Ajanta & Ellora Combined Tour in a day from Aurangabad

12 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.9 (42 reviews)
94.32%
5.68%
goodexcellent experiencemagnificent
Viator
$62
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Ajanta & Ellora Combined Tour in a day from Aurangabad
Summary

Explore same day from Aurangabad, both Ajanta & Ellora caves, astonishingly carved into hillside rock in the middle of nowhere are these caves. Both There are 34 caves at Ellora dating from between the 6th and 11th centuries AD, and 29 caves at Ajanta dating back to between the 2nd century BC and 6t...

Inclusions
  • Professional driver in private car
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • local guides
  • Monument entry fees
Itinerary
  • Ajanta Caves
  • Ellora Caves
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Dress code is smart casual, NOTE: People who are arriving by flights and also rushing back to airport at the end, kindly do not book our tour, we don't want total chaos and rather prefer serving tourists from hotel to hotel only.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

2-days Ajanta Ellora tour package by private cab from Aurangabad

2-days Ajanta Ellora tour package by private cab from Aurangabad

2 daysPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.83 (24 reviews)
100%
0%
Excellentpleasantunforgettable experience
Viator
$54
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2-days Ajanta Ellora tour package by private cab from Aurangabad
Summary

To explore the history of caves, we provide you a professional driver with guidebook and entrance tickets in advance (Without standing in the line). so that, you will spend more time in the caves and understand the history. We are also available on call if you need any assistance. We are a local tr...

Inclusions
  • Mineral water bottles during the trip
  • All the fuel, toll tax, parking & service charges
  • Professional driver who speaks good Hindi and English
  • Pickup offered from airport, railway station, hotel or any location in Aurangabad
  • Entrance cost of Ellora caves, Ajanta caves, Bibi ka Maqbara and Daultabad fort
  • Transfers and sightseeing throughout the tour by an Private A/c Car
  • Guidebook (If no-in-person guide option is selected)
Exclusions
  • In-person official guide fees
  • Any meals during the journey
Itinerary
  • Ajanta Caves
  • Ajanta Caves
  • Ajanta Caves
  • Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar
  • Ellora Caves
  • Daulatabad Fort
  • Bibi Ka Maqbara
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Ajanta Caves Independent Day Trip from Aurangabad City

Ajanta Caves Independent Day Trip from Aurangabad City

10 hrsPrivate tour
4.61 (18 reviews)
75.94%
24.06%
highly recommendedreliable and thorough professionalExcellent Cab Service
Viator
$150
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Ajanta Caves Independent Day Trip from Aurangabad City
Summary

The Ajanta Caves are a UNESCO world heritage site discovered by accident in 1819. See the 30 different caves that served as ancient Buddhist prayer halls. This full-day tour begins and ends at your hotel, and includes a detailed guide book of the caves.

Inclusions
  • Guidebook for Ajanta Caves
  • One bottled water per person
  • English-speaking driver
  • Round-trip private transfer from Auranagabad City to the Ajnata Caves
Itinerary
  • KM Holidays
  • Ajanta Caves
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, This tour is priced per group for 1-4 passengers only, This tour involves a moderate amount of walking please wear comfortable shoes, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Day tour of Ajanta caves

Day tour of Ajanta caves

12 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.57 (23 reviews)
92.92%
7.08%
beautifulrecommendperfect driver
Viator
$55
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Day tour of Ajanta caves
Summary

This is a Day Tour of Ajanta caves. It will take Minimum 7 hrs to Complete the Tour. Ajanta caves are 110KM Away From the Aurangabad City. we will take you in Private Air Condition Car for this trip. You can see all the caves in one day trip. During Trip we will take 2 or more stop for breakfast...

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Hotel pickup
  • Transport by private vehicle
Itinerary
  • Ajanta Caves
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults, Infant meals not included, you can book tour for maximum number of person no maximum limit
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Day Tour of Ajanta Caves From Aurangabad

Day Tour of Ajanta Caves From Aurangabad

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (4 reviews)
100%
0%
very highly recommendedIncredibly beautiful
Viator
$140
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Day Tour of Ajanta Caves From Aurangabad
Summary

On the 28th of April 1819, a British officer hunting tiger looked up and saw a carved facade in the cliff above him. He had just discovered Ajanta, 30 Buddhist caves abandoned for over a thousand years. Inside were paintings from the 2nd century BC with a naturalism that places them among the greate...

Inclusions
  • Private car
  • Entrance charges
  • Guide
Itinerary
  • Ajanta Caves
  • Ajanta
Good to know
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, We pick up at the time the tour starts at 9 am
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Ajanta Caves Guided Day Tour

Ajanta Caves Guided Day Tour

12 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.75 (4 reviews)
65.52%
34.48%
did a great jobsmoothlyMemorable
Viator
$93
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Ajanta Caves Guided Day Tour
Summary

Guided tour to Ajanta Caves is a perfect choice to explore and understand the caves. Expert guide make you understand the depth of Buddhism and the stories behind the paintings. So if you are keen to know about Ajanta Cave monument then you must go with Travelgreed Tourism's tour. To make a tour eas...

Inclusions
  • Entry Fees to the caves with amenity charges
  • Round-trip private transfer
  • Professional guide Charges
  • hotel pickup and drop
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Lunch
Itinerary
  • TravelGreed Tourism
  • Ajanta Caves
  • Ajanta Caves
  • Ajanta Caves
  • TravelGreed Tourism
Good to know
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Adult pricing applies to all travelers except infants., The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions, Dressing should be decent., Please Note : The complete road to Ajanta Caves is under construction. Please contact us if traveller have any back problem., Instant confirmation not available for languages other than English & Hindi. Tour will be confirmed only after checking availability of Guide.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Aurangabad Ajanta & Ellora Caves Same Day Tour

Aurangabad Ajanta & Ellora Caves Same Day Tour

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (2 reviews)
62.5%
37.5%
Excellent
Viator
$186
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Aurangabad Ajanta & Ellora Caves Same Day Tour
Summary

Explore the mesmerizing heritage sites of the Ajanta and Ellora Caves. The Ajanta Caves stand as a UNESCO World Heritage site, situated within Maharashtra, India. These caves have gained global acclaim for their ancient rock-cut Buddhist cave structures, with origins dating back to the 2nd century B...

Inclusions
  • All Parking Fees, Tolls, Fuel & Taxes
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Entrance Fees of the Ajanta Caves & Ellora caves
  • 01 Mineral Water Bottle per person.
  • Pick & Drop from the Aurangabad City Hotels Only.
Exclusions
  • Tips and gratuities are optional, based on guest discretion and service satisfaction.
Itinerary
  • Ajanta Caves
  • Ellora Caves
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Car Type: for one to two people, four seater Sedan., Car Type: for three to four people, five Seater Innova., Car Types: for five to eight people, twelve Seater Tempo traveller., If pickup from outside city hotels / airport / railway station then it will be an additional charge, payable directly.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Most Popular 2 - Days Tour of Ajanta & Ellora Caves from Aurangabad

Most Popular 2 - Days Tour of Ajanta & Ellora Caves from Aurangabad

Private tour
0
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$209
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Most Popular 2 - Days Tour of Ajanta & Ellora Caves from Aurangabad
Summary

Explore the UNESCO-listed Ajanta and Ellora Caves on this 2-day private tour from Aurangabad featuring ancient Buddhist, Hindu and Jain rock-cut monuments, detailed carvings, frescoes and the iconic Kailasa Temple.

Same Day Tour of Ajanta & Ellora Cave's from Mumbai with Flights

Same Day Tour of Ajanta & Ellora Cave's from Mumbai with Flights

10 hrsPrivate tour
5 (1 reviews)
Viator
$236
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Same Day Tour of Ajanta & Ellora Cave's from Mumbai with Flights
Summary

Embark on a full-day tour from Mumbai to explore the iconic Ajanta and Ellora Caves, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. Discover the remarkable rock-cut architecture and ancient Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain carvings. This tour includes a same-day round-trip flight from Mumbai to Aurangabad, saving you b...

Inclusions
  • Transfers & sightseeing throughout the tour by a private air-conditioned car.
  • Private professional guide (If option is selected).
  • Admission to Ajanta & Ellora Caves (If option is selected).
  • Professional driver who speaks good English.
  • Toll Tax, Parking, Fuel and Driver allowance is included.
  • Round Trip of Mumbai To Aurangabad Flight Ticket is included. (If Option Selected)
Exclusions
  • Any Type of food and drinks is not included.
  • Any Type of personal expenses is not included.
  • Ajanta Caves Entrance Charge Per Person INR 600. is not included.
  • Ellora Caves Entrance Charge Per Person INR 600. is not included.
Itinerary
  • Ellora Caves
  • Ajanta Caves
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, We suggest you to wear sleeper because at many points you will need to remove your shoes therefore we request you to wear sleepers., Please remember to bring an Umbrella, Sun Glass and a Flashlight for your tour. An umbrella will be helpful in case of rain or to provide shade from the sun, while a flashlight will be useful for exploring the caves., Please bring along some snacks like biscuits, bottled water, and dry fruits for your tour. Visiting Ajanta and Ellora caves can be a long day, so it's a good idea to have some snacks to keep you going.
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Across the booking platforms we compare, sightseeing tours dominate, making up about three-quarters of the options listed. Cave-focused and historical tours account for the remainder. All 19 options we track are private tours, which means you'll have a dedicated guide and vehicle rather than joining a group. This setup is particularly valuable at these UNESCO sites, where a knowledgeable guide can explain the intricate carvings, Buddhist and Hindu iconography, and the caves' significance across centuries.

Among the tours we compare across booking platforms, most range from $59 to $151, with a median price of $130. The full spread runs $50–$272 depending on group size, duration, and what's included. Since all options are private tours, you're paying for a dedicated experience rather than a shared group rate, which typically costs more than a standard group tour would.

About four in ten options include a guide, and roughly a third cover taxes and transport. A quarter include the entry ticket itself, so always check your booking details. Many tours also offer a driver, which is standard for private car-based tours. If entry tickets or meals aren't listed, plan to budget for those separately or confirm with the operator before booking.

Tours usually run 8 hours to 2 days, with a typical duration around 12 hours. This allows time to explore both cave complexes, which are located about 30 kilometers apart. A full-day tour gives you a solid introduction to the main caves and carvings, while longer options let you move at a more relaxed pace and visit more sites.

About four in five options offer free cancellation, which gives you flexibility if your plans change. Most also provide instant confirmation, so you can book and receive confirmation immediately. That said, private tours do require coordination with a guide and driver, so booking a few days ahead is wise to secure your preferred dates and times, especially during peak travel seasons.

Tours are offered in 8 languages: English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Thai, and Hindi. English is widely available, but if you prefer another language, check the tour details when booking to confirm your preferred option is offered.

Yes. Tours at Ajanta and Ellora Caves have an average rating of 4.72 stars across 150 combined reviews from across booking platforms, with roughly 92% of reviews positive. Travellers repeatedly use words like excellent, magnificent, and amazing to describe the experience. The caves' ancient Buddhist and Hindu art, carved directly into the rock faces, consistently leave visitors awestruck, making this one of India's most rewarding cultural experiences.

Nearly half of the options we compare use a standard car, while about a quarter specifically note a private car setup. Either way, you'll travel between Ajanta and Ellora in your own vehicle with a driver, avoiding the hassle of public transport or group shuttles. This private arrangement also lets you set your own pace and take breaks as needed.

Only a small number of tours across the platforms we compare are tagged as eco-friendly, so sustainable options are limited. If environmental impact matters to you, check individual tour descriptions when booking to see if operators mention conservation practices, waste reduction, or partnerships with local communities.

October to March offers pleasant weather. Avoid monsoon season from June to September when caves may have water seepage and slippery paths.

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