Two caves, one smooth private ride. This Aurangabad to Ajanta & Ellora setup is interesting because it’s a private road trip plan built around comfort, pickup, and a full two-day itinerary.

I like two things most: you get the freedom of a private AC sedan (up to 4 people), and the schedule mixes the big-name caves with nearby Aurangabad-area sights. You also spend real time on Day 1 at Ajanta and Day 2 at Ellora, then you roll back through places like Bibi Ka Maqbara and Daulatabad Fort.

One drawback to plan for: entry fees and optional guiding are extra. The cave and monument tickets are not included, and if you want a guide in person it’s ₹7,500 per booking.

Key highlights worth noticing

• Private AC sedan for up to 4 keeps you out of crowd-chaos and lets you move on your schedule.
• Pickup and drop support includes pickup in Aurangabad and dropping you at airport or railway in the evening.
• Two major sites in two days means Ajanta on Day 1 and Ellora on Day 2, with long, practical sightseeing blocks.
• Aurangabad-area side stops included like Bibi Ka Maqbara and Daulatabad Fort on the return route.
• Mobile ticket provided so you’re not scrambling for paper confirmations.
• Aurangzeb’s Tomb quick visit is free (listed as ticket-free for that stop).

Private AC Sedan Value From Aurangabad

This is priced per group, not per person: $68.97 per group (up to 4). That’s a big deal for families or small groups, because your transport cost stays controlled while the two-day drive is the hard part of this kind of trip.

What you’re paying for is the practical stuff: an air-conditioned vehicle, private transportation, plus tolls and parking. In other words, you’re buying time and convenience more than you’re buying a guidebook-style experience.

Also, the tour company frames the service around Athithi Devo Bhava (treating you with warmth) and liberty of the traveler (the plan is meant to feel workable, not rigid). In places like Ajanta and Ellora, where timing can get tight, having a driver who treats the day like a plan rather than a gamble matters.

One more smart note: the listing says this tour is commonly booked about 58 days in advance on average. If your dates are firm, book early so you get the sedan you want for the exact days you need.

Day 1 at Ajanta: What the Long Cave Block Really Means

Ajanta Caves are rock-cut Buddhist monasteries and temples, with dates given as roughly 2nd century BCE to 480 CE. That long timeline is exactly why these caves feel heavy with meaning. You’re not looking at one era. You’re walking through centuries.

On Day 1, your outing is structured as a sizable Ajanta block. The schedule lists 5 hours and then another block of about 7 hours associated with the Ajanta stop, with admission not included. Practically, expect a long day focused on the caves—this is not a quick drive-by.

Here’s the reality check: admission tickets are not included for Ajanta. So your day budget should include the ticket fee that’s listed separately as part of the overall admissions (₹1,600 per person for Ajanta, Ellora, Daulatabad fort, and Bibi ka maqbara).

The tour also mentions that you may be connected with a guide or driver once picked up in Aurangabad. An in-person guide is optional and costs ₹7,500 per booking. If you like to understand what you’re seeing (without guessing), this is one of those days where hiring a guide can pay off.

Day 2 Ellora Plus the Aurangabad Return Circuit

Day 2 begins after breakfast and shifts gears to Ellora Caves. The schedule lists an about 9-hour block for Ellora, again with admission not included. That full-day structure is good if you want time to slow down rather than rush between viewpoints.

Then comes the part many people forget to plan for: the return route includes several important stops around Aurangabad. The schedule explicitly adds a drive via Khuldabad & Daultabad (Devgiri fort) and includes Bibi Ka Maqbara on the way back.

Bibi Ka Maqbara is described as a tomb in Aurangabad, commissioned in 1660 by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s son, prince Azam Shah. The itinerary also labels it as the mini Taj, which tells you how people usually frame it when they compare it to Agra’s landmark.

Daulatabad Fort (originally Deogiri Fort) gets its own stop as well. The description highlights that it served as a capital for the Yadavas for a time and was briefly a capital of the Delhi Sultanat. So while Ellora is the main cave day, the return route gives you a second thread of stone and story.

Finally, there’s a 30-minute stop at Aurangzeb’s Tomb, listed as ticket-free. And you’ll be dropped to the airport or railway in the evening.

One caution: the itinerary lists Daulatabad Fort with a duration that looks extremely short (it shows 1 minute). I wouldn’t assume you’ll do a deep walk there. Instead, treat it as a stop where you might get a quick viewing/photo time depending on how the day flows.

Price and Logistics: What’s Included and What Costs Extra

Let’s break this down in plain numbers so you can judge value.

Included in your group price:

• Air-conditioned private sedan
• Private transportation
• Toll & parking
• Pickup offered and drop in the evening on Day 2
• Mobile ticket

Not included:

• Admission fees for Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, Daulatabad Fort, and Bibi Ka Maqbara: ₹1,600 per person
• An in-person guide: ₹7,500 per booking (optional)
• Personal expenses and gratuities

Ticket-free detail:

• Aurangzeb’s Tomb is listed as free (30 minutes)

So what’s the value? If you’re traveling as a group of 4, your transport cost per person drops sharply, and the admissions become the biggest part of your total spend. If you’re only 2 people, transport still stays reasonable because it’s per group, but the admissions hit both people equally.

Also, because admissions are per person, it helps to plan your count early. Don’t leave a “maybe someone joins” situation until the last week, or your per-person ticket costs can surprise you.

The Driver and Service Style That Makes the Day Feel Easier

This type of two-day caves trip succeeds or fails on driving and timing. You want someone who keeps things calm, explains what’s happening, and gets you to the right places without turning your schedule into a guessing game.

The service here is described as using trained, professional drivers with courtesy and an emphasis on safety. The car is specifically called out as very clean in the experiences shared with the operator, which matters more than it sounds when you’re spending long hours in an AC vehicle.

One name you may hear in how the service is managed is Mr. Asim, the owner mentioned as helping explain local geography. That’s useful on Day 2 when the route loops back through Khuldabad, Daulatabad, and Bibi Ka Maqbara. Even a simple orientation can help you connect the stops instead of treating them like random add-ons.

Finally, the tour company says you get liberty to customize your itinerary. That doesn’t mean the caves disappear from the plan, but it suggests you shouldn’t feel trapped in a rigid script. For a road trip in Maharashtra, that flexibility can be the difference between enjoying the day and just surviving it.

What to Expect at Each Stop (and Where It Can Feel Tight)

Ajanta Caves (Day 1)

Expect a long focus block at the caves, with multiple hours assigned. This is your “settle in and look carefully” day, even if the time gets stretched depending on pacing. Admission tickets are extra, and an optional guide can be added for ₹7,500 per booking.

If you prefer a deeper understanding, plan for a guide. If you prefer to soak visuals without heavy explanation, you can still do fine with the included logistics and just visit at your own pace.

Ellora Caves (Day 2)

This is another large time block (about 9 hours). Plan your energy for it. If Ajanta is the first cave day, Ellora is the second big one, and your feet will notice. Admission tickets are also extra.

Khuldabad & Daulatabad (Devgiri Fort area) (Day 2 return route)

This is mostly about seeing another layer of the area’s historic fort-circuit. Daulatabad is listed as Deogiri Fort with notes about Yadavas and a brief period under the Delhi Sultanat, so it’s not just a random stop.

Because the itinerary timing shown for Daulatabad Fort looks very short, keep expectations flexible. Think: quick viewing and photos, not a full-day study session.

Bibi Ka Maqbara (Day 2)

You’re given about 1 hour for Bibi Ka Maqbara. That’s enough time to see it without turning it into a rushed blink-and-you-miss-it stop, especially if you’re traveling with a small group.

Aurangzeb’s Tomb (Day 2)

A quick 30-minute ticket-free stop. Great as a breather between larger sights.

Tips to Get More Out of a Two-Day Cave Road Trip

Since this is a private sedan, you can make the day work for you. A few practical ideas:

• Plan your footwear like you’ll walk more than you expect. Cave areas and fort areas tend to involve uneven ground and lots of time on foot.
• Bring a simple weather plan. Maharashtra weather can change fast. Light layers help, and a cap can help during daytime travel.
• Decide early if you want a guide. At ₹7,500 per booking, it’s an optional add-on. If you know you like context, book it; if not, just focus on what you see.
• Keep your energy for Day 2. Ellora plus return-route stops means the end of your day can get late. You’ll still be dropped at airport/railway in the evening.

Who This Tour Suits Best (and Who Might Want a Different Setup)

This works best for:

• Small groups or families up to 4 people who want an AC private sedan rather than public transport juggling.
• People who value pickup and evening drop so your transport doesn’t become a last-minute problem.
• Anyone who wants Ajanta + Ellora in two days with additional Aurangabad-area sights added into the return loop.

It might not be ideal if:

• You need a fully guided experience included by default. The guide is optional and costs extra.
• You hate long days with multiple major stops. This itinerary stacks big-ticket sights back-to-back.

Should You Book This Aurangabad to Ajanta & Ellora Tour?

If your goal is to get two cave days done efficiently—while keeping logistics simple—this is a solid choice. The price for the private sedan is set per group, and that’s usually where the value lives for small groups, especially when admissions are the main variable you’ll pay separately anyway.

I’d book it if you:

• Want pickup in Aurangabad and a smooth evening drop on Day 2
• Travel with up to 4 people and prefer a private, air-conditioned vehicle
• Are okay paying admissions separately and deciding on a guide based on your interest level

I’d think twice if you:

• Expect ticket prices to be included (they are not)
• Want Daulatabad to be a long, slow, guided exploration (the itinerary timing suggests it may be quick)

If your dates line up, booking about a month or two ahead is wise based on how frequently this option gets reserved.

FAQ

Are the Ajanta and Ellora admission tickets included?

No. Admission fees for Ajanta Caves and Ellora Caves are not included in the tour price. Tickets are also listed separately for Daulatabad Fort and Bibi Ka Maqbara, with a combined admission fee of ₹1,600 per person.

Is a tour guide included?

A guide is not included automatically. An in-person guide costs ₹7,500 per booking if you choose to add one.

What’s included in the price for a group up to 4?

The included items are the air-conditioned vehicle, private transportation, toll and parking. Pickup is offered, and you’re also dropped to the airport or railway in the evening on Day 2.

Do I get pickup and drop in Aurangabad?

Yes. You get pickup from your chosen point in Aurangabad, and on the return evening you’ll be dropped to the airport or railway.

Is there a mobile ticket?

Yes, a mobile ticket is listed as included.

What is the cancellation window?

You can cancel for a full refund if you cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience’s start time.

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