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4-Day Pune and Ajanta-Ellora Caves Cultural Tour from Delhi

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Day 1: Arrival and Pune Tour

Pune, India on June 2, 2025

8:30am

Flight from Delhi to Pune

Take an early flight from Delhi to Pune with approximately 2 hours duration to begin your cultural tour.
INR4000, 2h0m

11:00am

Breakfast at Vaishali, Pune

Relish authentic South Indian dosas and filter coffee at the iconic Vaishali restaurant, open from 7am to 11pm.
INR300, 1h0m

12:15pm

Visit Aga Khan Palace

Explore this historic palace linked to Gandhi’s legacy complete with beautiful gardens and on-site museum. Open 9am-5pm.
INR25, 1h30m

2:00pm

Lunch at The Pavillion

Enjoy Indian and continental cuisine with rooftop views at The Pavillion restaurant.
INR800, 1h0m

3:30pm

Explore Shaniwar Wada Fort

Visit this quintessential Maratha fort with sprawling gardens located in central Pune, open until 6pm.
INR25, 1h0m

5:00pm

Relax at Saras Baug Park

Unwind in the tranquil Saras Baug Park with its Ganesh temple and lotus pond.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Malaka Spice

Dine on flavorful Southeast Asian dishes in a vibrant setting, open till 11:30pm.
INR1500, 1h30m
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Day 2: Pune Sights and Travel to Aurangabad

Pune & Aurangabad, India on June 3, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Café Goodluck

Enjoy classic Pune snacks like bun maska and chai at Café Goodluck, open from 8am.
INR250, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Pataleshwar Cave Temple

Explore the 8th-century rock-cut temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, a peaceful historic site.
INR15, 45m

9:30am

Transfer to Aurangabad by private taxi or train

Start your 5 to 6-hour journey to Aurangabad, gateway to the Ajanta and Ellora Caves.
INR2000 (taxi) or INR400 (train), 5h0m

3:30pm

Check-in and refresh at Aurangabad hotel

Settle into your hotel in Aurangabad for a relaxed evening before sightseeing.
Varies, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Highway Gomantak

Taste authentic Maharashtrian coastal cuisine with fresh seafood specialties, open till 10pm.
INR800, 1h0m
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Day 3: Ajanta Caves Exploration

Ajanta, Maharashtra on June 4, 2025

6:30am

Early breakfast at hotel

Have a hearty breakfast to prepare for a full day outing.
Included, 0h45m

7:15am

Drive to Ajanta Caves

Drive about 2 hours to Ajanta, famed for its ancient Buddhist rock-cut cave paintings and sculptures, open 9am-5pm.
INR1000 (taxi roundtrip), 2h0m

9:15am

Tour Ajanta Caves

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site comprising 29 caves with murals dating back to the 2nd century BCE.
INR40, 3h30m

12:45pm

Lunch at local restaurant near Ajanta

Enjoy simple Maharashtrian or North Indian dishes at a nearby eatery.
INR500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Return to Aurangabad

Drive back to Aurangabad for evening at leisure.
Included, 2h0m

5:00pm

Visit Bibi Ka Maqbara

See the stunning 17th-century monument resembling the Taj Mahal, open till 7pm.
INR25, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Taj Aurangabad

Enjoy elegant dining with Indian and fusion dishes at the hotel restaurant.
INR1200, 1h0m
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Day 4: Ellora Caves and Departure

Ellora & Aurangabad, Maharashtra on June 5, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a nourishing breakfast at your Aurangabad hotel.
Included, 0h45m

8:30am

Visit Ellora Caves

Tour the Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site with 34 monasteries and temples carved from rock, open 9am-5pm.
INR40, 3h0m

11:30am

Lunch at Hotel Kailas or nearby

Relax and refresh with a lunch featuring local and continental cuisine near Ellora or back in Aurangabad.
INR600, 1h0m

1:00pm

Transfer to Aurangabad Airport

Head to Aurangabad Airport, about 30 minutes from Ellora, for your return flight to Delhi.
INR300, 0h30m

3:30pm

Flight from Aurangabad to Delhi

Take an afternoon flight back to Delhi, concluding your cultural trip.
INR4500, 2h0m
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