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Ajanta And Ellora Caves From Mumbai By Private Car 3D/2N With 3* Accommodation

★ 5.0 · 27 reviews From $382 Operated by Showcase India Tourism Company · Bookable on Viator
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Ancient stone tells the story here. This three-day private trip links Mumbai with two UNESCO World Heritage sites, giving you a car, driver, two nights in Aurangabad, and time to explore Ajanta and Ellora at your own pace. I like the private transport and the simple hotel arrangement, especially when long road journeys and early starts would make public transport tiring. I also like that your driver waits while you visit the caves, rather than rushing you through with a large group. The main drawback is the road time: day one can take about 12 hours, and entrance fees plus guides are not included.

The most appealing part is the freedom. You are not tied to a large group or a fixed speech at every carving. You receive help getting to the entrance, then explore independently. Just check the breakfast details before paying, since the tour description refers to three breakfasts in one place but lists two included breakfasts elsewhere.

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Ajanta And Ellora Caves From Mumbai By Private Car 3D/2N With 3<em> Accommodation – Key points to know before booking’ /></p> <ul> <li><strong>A private car links Mumbai, Aurangabad, Ajanta, and Ellora</strong>, which removes much of the transport planning.</li> <li><strong>Day one is a long transfer of about 12 hours</strong>, so this trip works better for determined culture seekers than relaxed holidaymakers.</li> <li><strong>Ajanta offers 30 Buddhist caves</strong>, with about four hours set aside for exploring.</li> <li><strong>Ellora includes 34 Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain caves</strong>, with about three hours at the site.</li> <li><strong>Two nights in Aurangabad and breakfast are included</strong>, but the supplied details conflict on whether breakfast is included twice or three times.</li> <li><strong>You explore without a group</strong>, while the driver waits in the parking area. A guide can be arranged, but the guide cost is not included.</li> </ul> <h2 id="why-this-private-mumbai-cave-tour-makes-sense">Why this private Mumbai cave tour makes sense</h2> <p><img width="669" height="446" decoding="async" src=