Exquisite Ajanta Ellora tour (By air and train)

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Duration : 2 nights / 3 Days

Destinations : Delhi - Aurangabad - Ellora - Ajanta - Delhi

Day 1: Delhi - Aurangabad - Ellora Caves

Morning post breakfast, transfer to airport and board a flight to Aurangabad. Upon arrival our tour representative will greet you and escort you to a hotel. Unwind and leave to explore the transfixing beauty of the Ellora Caves. Visit the centuries old amalgam of three distinct religions - Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism. Behold the creation of the 34 remarkable caves out of which there are 12 Buddhist Caves, 17 Hindu caves and 5 Jain caves. The carved sculptures inside the caves, made using hammer and chisel are the witness of architectural brilliance in the past centuries. Also visit the world famous Kailash temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Evening return to hotel for dinner and night stay.

Day 2: Aurangabad - Ajanta Caves

Early morning post breakfast leave for Ajanta Caves. The 2nd century B.C. caves will completely transfix you. Placed deep inside the Sahyadri hills the caves are an architectural marvel of the bygone era. The 30 caves depict the story of Lord Buddha, Bodhisattva (followers of Buddhism), the tales of Jatakas and Buddhism religion that prevailed here during this era. The paintings and sculptures inside the caves are simply outstanding and worth watching. Familiarize yourself with the Buddhists Chaitya Grihas, Monasteries and also behold the Greek and Roman compositions and proportions. Evening transfer to the hotel for dinner and night stay.

Day 3: Aurangabad - Delhi

Early morning after breakfast set out to visit the famous 'Bibi ka Maqbara' also called the Taj of Deccan. After noon after lunch transfer to railway station to board a train to Delhi.