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The Exquisite Caves of Ajanta and Ellora.

This journey is to the awe-inspiring paintings at the famous Buddhist caves at Ajanta, situated near Aurangabad. Beginning in the 2nd century BC and continuing for 900 years, twenty six caves were chipped out of a horseshoe shaped cliff. The early followers of the Buddha created an isolated haven, shrouded in the darkness of the caves where they could meditate in peace. The exquisite Buddhist paintings and sculptures created by using simple tools in the glow of lamps rank among the world's most important cultural treasures and has been declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Although the Jataka tales form the main theme of the paintings, also depicted are scenes from contemporary court life, all demonstrating a startling degree of sophistication. In the Ajanta paintings we see the brilliant union between sacred and secular art.

Nearby is Maharashtra state's most phenomenal ancient monument, the Ellora caves which carried on the legacy of Ajanta from the 7th century AD and has Buddhist, Jain and Hindu influences. The sculptures at Ellora are massive in form and the entire spectrum of carvings pulsates with life and energy. The phenomenal rock cut Hindu temple of Kailash, which is carved out of a hillside and is the world's largest monolith, is the site's principal attraction. Ellora too, is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

 

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The Exquisite Caves of Ajanta and Ellora (Options)

February 24-26, 2025 for PEELAL pilgrimage

November 21-23, 2025 for SALL pilgrimage

(Also open all year round)

Itinerary:

The Exquisite Caves: February 24 - 26, 2025 for PEEPAL

No.

Date

Week Day

Travel

Night Stay

1

24-Feb-2025

Monday

Fly Delhi - Aurangabad (Ajanta/Ellora)

Aurangabad

2

25-Feb-2025

Tuesday

Aurangabad (Ajanta/Ellora)

Aurangabad

3

26-Novl-2025

Wednesday

Fly Aurangabad – Delhi late evening

Departure

There could be minor changes to this itinerary based on a variety of considerations.

The cost of The Exquisite Caves of Ajanta & Ellora journey is US $1695 based on double occupancy. The single room supplement is an additional US $475*. The tour price includes guide services, transportation, meals, monument entrance fees, bottled water and lodging arrangements.

“For single travelers who do not want to opt for a single room, we will try to room them with someone suitable. 
Forced single room supplement (in case we are not able to room you with anyone else) will be 50% of the single supplement


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Itinerary:

The Exquisite Caves: November 21 - 23, 2025 for SAAL

No.

Date

Week Day

Travel

Night Stay

1

21-Nov-2025

Friday

Fly Delhi - Aurangabad (Ajanta/Ellora)

Aurangabad

2

22-Nov-2025

Saturday

Aurangabad (Ajanta/Ellora)

Aurangabad

3

23-Novl-2025

Sunday

Fly Aurangabad – Delhi late evening

Departure

There could be minor changes to this itinerary based on a variety of considerations.

The cost of The Exquisite Caves of Ajanta & Ellora journey is US $1810 based on double occupancy. The single room supplement is an additional US $635*. The tour price includes guide services, transportation, meals, monument entrance fees, bottled water and lodging arrangements.

“For single travelers who do not want to opt for a single room, we will try to room them with someone suitable. 
Forced single room supplement (in case we are not able to room you with anyone else) will be 50% of the single supplement


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"Whether you are a Buddhist pilgrim or simply want to learn more about the sources of Buddhism, you will find Shantum Seth's guided journey to the places in India where the Buddha lived and taught, a deeply enriching and unforgettable experience."

-Stephen Batchelor, Author of Buddhism without Beliefs

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