Duration: 06 Nights / 07 Days
Routing: Mumbai - Aurangabad - Ellora Caves - Ajanta Caves- Mumbai
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 01: ARRIVE MUMBAI
Arrive in Mumbai by your scheduled flight. Upon arrival, meet our representative at the airport and receive assistance with your luggage before being transferred to your hotel.
Mumbai, India's financial capital, is a fascinating blend of colonial heritage, modern architecture, bustling markets and coastal landscapes.
After check-in, spend some time relaxing at the hotel. Later, depending on your arrival time, enjoy a leisurely evening drive along Marine Drive, famous for its sweeping Arabian Sea views and illuminated skyline. You may also explore the Colaba area at leisure.
Overnight with Breakfast: Mumbai
DAY 02: MUMBAI CITY & HERITAGE SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Mumbai.
Begin with a visit to the Gateway of India, Mumbai's most recognizable landmark overlooking the Arabian Sea. From here, continue towards the historic Taj Mahal Palace Hotel and explore the surrounding Colaba area.
Drive through South Mumbai to see the impressive Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST), an outstanding example of Victorian Gothic architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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The tour provides an excellent introduction to Mumbai's history, architecture and everyday life.
Return to the hotel in the evening.
Overnight with Breakfast: Mumbai
DAY 03: ELEPHANTA CAVES – MUMBAI
After breakfast, proceed to the Gateway of India and board a ferry to Elephanta Island.
Enjoy the scenic boat ride across Mumbai Harbour before arriving at the island. From the jetty, continue towards the cave complex and explore the ancient rock-cut temples.
The Elephanta Caves are particularly famous for their impressive sculptures of Lord Shiva and represent an important chapter in India's ancient religious art and architecture.
After the visit, return to Mumbai by ferry.
The afternoon is free for relaxation or shopping. Guests interested in shopping may explore Colaba Causeway or other popular markets of Mumbai.
Overnight with Breakfast: Mumbai
DAY 04: MUMBAI – AURANGABAD
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive to Aurangabad.
Distance: Approximately 330 km
Travel Time: Approximately 6–7 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
The journey takes you from the coastal metropolis of Mumbai towards the historic region of Maharashtra.
On arrival in Aurangabad, check in at the hotel and relax.
Later in the afternoon or evening, visit Bibi Ka Maqbara, an elegant Mughal-era monument and one of Aurangabad's best-known landmarks. The monument is particularly admired for its architecture and landscaped surroundings.
If time permits, take a short drive through the old city area before returning to the hotel.
Overnight with Breakfast: Aurangabad
DAY 05: ELLORA CAVES – GRISHNESHWAR – AURANGABAD
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to the magnificent Ellora Caves.
The Ellora complex contains an extraordinary collection of rock-cut Buddhist, Hindu and Jain monuments created over several centuries.
The major highlight is the spectacular Kailasa Temple, an enormous monolithic structure carved directly from the surrounding rock. Spend time exploring the principal caves and appreciating their sculptures, pillars and architectural details.
Later, proceed to Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, one of the twelve revered Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva.
After the temple visit, return towards Aurangabad. Depending on available time, visit Panchakki, a historic water mill complex associated with the city's medieval heritage.
Return to the hotel and relax.
Overnight with Breakfast: Aurangabad
DAY 06: AJANTA CAVES – MUMBAI
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards the Ajanta Caves.
Aurangabad to Ajanta: Approximately 100 km
Travel Time: Around 2.5–3 hours.
The Ajanta Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and are particularly famous for their ancient Buddhist monasteries, sculptures and remarkable paintings.
Spend several hours exploring the principal caves and learning about the artistic and religious heritage of the site.
After completing the visit, continue your journey towards Mumbai.
Ajanta to Mumbai: Approximately 430–450 km
Travel Time: Around 7–8 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
Arrive in Mumbai in the evening and check in at your hotel.
Overnight with Breakfast: Mumbai
DAY 07: MUMBAI – DEPARTURE
After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
Depending on your flight departure time, you may have some free time for last-minute shopping or relaxation.
Later, our representative will assist you with the transfer to Mumbai International Airport for your onward flight.
Tour Ends with Wonderful Memories of Mumbai & Maharashtra.
