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4 Nights 5 Days Pune to Ajanta and Ellora Caves with Aurangabad Sightseeing and Return to Delhi

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Day 1: Pune Arrival & Heritage

Pune, India on May 16, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Cafe GoodLuck

Start your morning with a popular Maharashtrian breakfast at Cafe GoodLuck, famous for bun maska and chai, open 7:30am-11:30am.

INR200, 1h0m

10:00am

Visit Aga Khan Palace

Visit the historical Aga Khan Palace with its beautiful gardens and Gandhi museum, open until 5:30pm.

INR50, 1h30m

1:00pm

Hotel Check-in at Symbiosis University Hostel

Check in and rest at the Symbiosis University hostel in Pune to prepare for upcoming travels.

Included, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Malaka Spice

Enjoy vibrant Asian cuisine with a hint of the exotic at Malaka Spice, open until 11:30pm.

INR800, 1h30m

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Day 2: Travel to Ajanta

Ajanta, Maharashtra, India on May 17, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Early breakfast at hotel to prepare for the drive to Ajanta Caves.

Included, 30m

7:30am

Drive from Pune to Ajanta

Begin your scenic 6-hour drive covering about 320 km from Pune to Ajanta. Staying overnight in Ajanta is best for maximizing time at the caves and avoiding fatigue.

INR5000 (car rental fuel), 6h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Local Hotel, Ajanta

Enjoy a wholesome Maharashtrian lunch at a hotel near the Ajanta Caves, catering to all dietary preferences.

INR400, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Ajanta Caves

Explore the UNESCO-listed Ajanta Caves, known for ancient Buddhist murals and sculptures, open until 6:00pm.

INR40, 3h0m

6:00pm

Hotel Check-in at Ajanta

Relax at your hotel in Ajanta after the day's exploration.

Included, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel

Enjoy dinner featuring local and international dishes at your hotel in Ajanta.

INR600, 1h0m

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Day 3: Full Day Ajanta Caves

Ajanta, Maharashtra, India on May 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Early breakfast to get ready for an extended cultural exploration day.

Included, 30m

9:00am

Detailed Ajanta Caves Tour

Spend the day exploring less visited areas and the Ajanta museum for a deep understanding of the site, open till 6:00pm.

INR40, 6h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Local Dhaba

Delight in authentic Maharashtrian thalis at a nearby dhaba known for fresh, flavorful preparations.

INR300, 1h0m

4:00pm

Evening Leisure Walk

Walk around the scenic forested hills and villages near the caves to relax before dinner.

Free, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel

Enjoy a quiet dinner at your hotel offering local and international cuisine.

INR600, 1h0m

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Day 4: Ellora Caves & Aurangabad

Ellora Caves & Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India on May 19, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Early breakfast before departing from Ajanta to Ellora Caves.

Included, 30m

7:00am

Drive Ajanta to Ellora Caves

Travel approximately 3.5 hours (around 140 km) to Ellora Caves near Aurangabad.

INR2500 (car fuel approx), 3h30m

10:30am

Visit Ellora Caves

Explore the magnificent rock-cut temples of Ellora, representing Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain art, open until 6:00pm.

INR40, 3h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Ellora Caves Restaurant

Lunch with regional cuisine at the Ellora Caves restaurant to recharge before Aurangabad sightseeing.

INR400, 1h0m

2:30pm

Drive to Aurangabad City

Short 30-minute drive to Aurangabad city to explore local heritage sites.

INR300, 30m

3:00pm

Aurangabad Sightseeing - Bibi Ka Maqbara

Visit Bibi Ka Maqbara, a beautiful monument often called the 'Taj of the Deccan', open until 5:30pm.

INR20, 1h0m

4:15pm

Aurangabad Sightseeing - Panchakki Water Mill

Explore Panchakki, the historic water mill and garden complex, showcasing Mughal-era engineering.

INR30, 45m

5:15pm

Hotel Check-in in Aurangabad

Check-in and unwind at a hotel in Aurangabad for one night to avoid backtracking and facilitate airport travel.

Included, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Aurangabad Restaurant

Dine at a recommended Aurangabad restaurant like Tandoor House, known for its North Indian grilled specialties.

INR700, 1h30m

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Day 5: Aurangabad to Delhi

Aurangabad, Maharashtra / Delhi, India on May 20, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Early breakfast at Aurangabad hotel before transfer to airport.

Included, 30m

8:30am

Transfer to Aurangabad Airport

Drive 30 minutes to Aurangabad Airport for the morning flight to Delhi.

INR500, 30m

10:00am

Flight Aurangabad to Delhi

Catch flight from Aurangabad to Delhi to conclude your heritage tour.

INR4000 approx, 2h0m

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4 Nights 5 Days Pune to Ajanta and Ellora Caves with Aurangabad Sightseeing and Return to Delhi

Day 1: Pune Arrival & Heritage

8:00am

10:00am

1:00pm

7:30pm

Day 2: Travel to Ajanta

6:30am

7:30am

1:30pm

2:30pm

6:00pm

7:30pm

Day 3: Full Day Ajanta Caves

8:00am

9:00am

2:00pm

4:00pm

7:30pm

Day 4: Ellora Caves & Aurangabad

6:30am

7:00am

10:30am

1:30pm

2:30pm

3:00pm

4:15pm

5:15pm

7:00pm

Day 5: Aurangabad to Delhi

7:00am

8:30am

10:00am

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