Duration: 09 Nights / 10 Days
Routing: Mumbai – Aurangabad - Elephanta Caves - Ellora Caves - Ajanta Caves – Goa – Mumbai Departure
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 01: ARRIVE MUMBAI
Arrive in Mumbai by your scheduled flight. Upon arrival, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel.
After check-in and some time to relax, enjoy an evening drive along Marine Drive and explore the Colaba area, subject to your arrival time.
Overnight with Breakfast: Mumbai
DAY 02: MUMBAI CITY & HERITAGE SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Mumbai.
Visit the Gateway of India, Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, University of Mumbai, Mumbai High Court, Marine Drive, Mani Bhavan, Dhobi Ghat and Hanging Gardens.
Later, enjoy some free time around Colaba Causeway for shopping and exploration.
Overnight with Breakfast: Mumbai
DAY 03: ELEPHANTA CAVES
After breakfast, proceed to the Gateway of India and board a ferry to Elephanta Island.
Explore the ancient rock-cut caves, renowned for their magnificent sculptures and temples dedicated primarily to Lord Shiva.
Return to Mumbai by ferry. The remainder of the afternoon is free for shopping or leisure.
Overnight with Breakfast: Mumbai
DAY 04: MUMBAI – AURANGABAD
After breakfast, check out and drive to Aurangabad.
Distance: Approximately 330 km
Travel Time: Approximately 6–7 hours.
Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and relax.
Later, visit Bibi Ka Maqbara, one of Aurangabad's most prominent Mughal-era monuments.
Overnight with Breakfast: Aurangabad
DAY 05: ELLORA CAVES & GRISHNESHWAR
After breakfast, proceed to the magnificent Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore the Buddhist, Hindu and Jain cave complexes, with special attention to the spectacular Kailasa Temple, carved from a single rock.
Continue to Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, one of the twelve revered Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Return to Aurangabad in the evening.
Overnight with Breakfast: Aurangabad
DAY 06: AJANTA CAVES – GOA
After an early breakfast, check out and proceed for an excursion to the Ajanta Caves.
Aurangabad to Ajanta: Approximately 100 km / 2.5–3 hours.
Explore the ancient Buddhist caves, famous for their paintings, sculptures and monasteries.
After sightseeing, continue towards Goa. Depending on road conditions and the preferred travel arrangement, this can be a long travel day; alternatively, the itinerary can be adjusted to include a flight connection.
Arrive in Goa and check in at your hotel.
Overnight with Breakfast: Goa
DAY 07: NORTH GOA SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast, proceed for a sightseeing tour of North Goa.
Visit:
Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, beautiful coastline and Portuguese-influenced heritage of Goa.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight with Breakfast: Goa
DAY 08: SOUTH GOA & HERITAGE TOUR
After breakfast, proceed for a sightseeing tour of South Goa.
Visit the historic Old Goa area, including:
Return to the hotel in the evening.
Overnight with Breakfast: Goa
DAY 09: GOA – LEISURE DAY
After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure.
Relax at the resort, enjoy the beach, swimming pool and spa facilities, or explore Goa independently.
For those interested, optional activities such as a river cruise, water sports or a sunset experience can be arranged.
Overnight with Breakfast: Goa
DAY 10: GOA – MUMBAI DEPARTURE
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Goa Airport for your flight to Mumbai.
Upon arrival board your International Airport for your onward flight.
End of Tour – Wonderful Memories of Mumbai, Aurangabad & Goa.