Top 10 Archaeology Tours in Pune District, Maharashtra

The Karla and Bhaja caves are among the oldest caves in India and date back all the way to 160 B.C. and are situated near Lonavala in Maharashtra. The Bhaja caves are a group of 22 rock-cut caves & Karla Cave is the largest Hinayana Buddhist chaitya (temple) in India

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Exclusions: Food and drinks, Local guide

A private guided tour to Ajanta and Ellora with other attractions from Pune is a perfect trip plan. Those who want to visit these astonishing sites can get a hassle-free tour plan which covers visit with guide and entry tickets to all 4 important sites around Aurangabad. Reach Aurangabad by road in a comfortable vehicle gives the flexibility of time. Stay is not included in this plan and we can assist you in booking a perfect stay as per your preference. About the Monument: Ajanta & Ellora Caves, are the two wonders created in the central part of India by unknown artisans centuries ago. It is a unique experience to visit Ajanta and Ellora Caves. Both Ajanta and Ellora Caves are situated in different locations. Ajanta Caves located 100 km from Aurangabad and Ellora Caves on 30 km and connected by road only. Bibi ka Makbara and Daultabad Fort can be visited with Ellora Caves. We can customize this tour as per travelers time schedule.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Anything not included in inclusions, Insurance, Lunch & Dinner

Visit the ancient Buddhist caves at Karla and Bhaja near Mumbai. The caves date back to the 2nd century B.C. and offer a great insight into the lives of the Buddhist monks who lived there. The drive to the caves takes you past the countryside and hills and valleys. Highlights • Private tour of ancient rock-cut caves • Commentary from your own private guide • Learn about the history of Indian rock architecture, one of the oldest styles of religious architecture

Inclusions: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Local English speaking guide, 02 bottles of mineral water per person, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

After pick–up from your hotel in Mumbai, travel roughly 3 hours in an air-conditioned private vehicle to reach Karla around 10:00 am. Take a walk through the impressive site, ascending 200 steep steps to reach the caves, excavated thousands of years ago from a hillside in the Western Ghats in Maharashtra. The rock-cut shrines were developed for Buddhist monks to use during the monsoons. They featured chaityas (prayer halls) with intricate carvings, the largest of the rooms measures 148 feet and was created in the 1st century B.C. After exploring the caves, take a break to purchase lunch at a restaurant of your choice. Then head to the Bhaja caves, another religious site near the Karla Caves. At the end of a full day, drive back to your Mumbai hotel where your tour ends with a hotel drop off.

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Exclusions: Lunch

Excellent services with best arrangements Proper communication with the traveler Professional and experienced team Polite and flexible with the traveler 24x7 contact number

Inclusions: Pick up and drop and sightseeing with private AC car , Breakfast, Return flight tickets, monument entry fee and professional tour guide, accommodation at 3 star hotel/homestay on twin sharing with breakfast

Exclusions: Any types of drinks, Gratuities, personal expenses and camera fee, lunch and dinner

This 10 days Best of Maharashtra tour will take you through some of the well-known and interesting places of this state. You will explore the financial capital of India Mumbai & UNESCO world heritage caves of Elephanta, Ajanta, Ellora, Karla & Bhaja. You will also visit ancient holy city Nasik & 2 Jyotirlinga Temples of lord shiva. Small village Sani Signapur famed for door less houses and hill of Lonavala & Khandala are also part of your itinerary.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 9 Nights / 10 Days accommodation in offered hotels or similar (standard room), English speaking guide during sightseeing, Transport by private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion., 1-Time monuments entrances mentioned in itinerary , Bottled drinking water in car., Ferry ticket to Elephanta Caves, Battery bus transfer in Ajanta, Government taxes

Exclusions: Any international/domestic air/train fare., Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, tips, phone calls etc., Camera charges at monuments., Anything which is not mentioned in the 'Inclusions' shall not be the part of this package.

This tour include visit to Karla & Bhaja Caves with professional driver and guide. We provide pick up and drop off from all Mumbai city hotel. We are further flexible to adjust the guest requirement during the tour.

Inclusions: Transport by private AC deluxe car, Pick up and drop off from Mumbai, Services of a knowledgeable, government-licensed tour guide., Monument entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary., Bottled water within the vehicle., All taxes

Exclusions: Any meals., Camera charges at monuments., Gratuities (optional).

Too often we keep traveling from one city to another. While each city has a distinct charm, sometimes all you need is a soothing drive to a place which calms you. Lonavla is just that! Especially beautiful during the monsoons, this Full Day Private Tour is what you need to let some steam off!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water, Parking Fees, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Entry fees to cultural places

On this package tour enjoy mesmerizing glimpses of Lonavla & Khandala and visit some prominent spots of the location. Visit the Karla Caves & the Bhaja Caves the ancient Buddhist shrines carved out of the rock. Explore the Lohagad an ancient fort rises to an elevation of 1,033m above sea level. Private transport from mumbai will remain on disposal at your services during the trip. We provide local English speaking guide during sightseeing visit to Cave & Fort.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Pick up and drop off from your hotel., 1 Night accommodation in selected category of hotel or similar (standard room), Daily breakfast at hotels, Deluxe air-conditioned private vehicle with English speaking chauffeur as per tour program., 1 Time monuments entrances of sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary., Government licensed English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide)., Bottled water in car, Applicable GST (government taxes).

Exclusions: Any air fare, Camera charges at monuments , Main Meals, Lunch or dinner unless mentioned, Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Or anything not mentioned above.

On this package tour enjoy mesmerizing glimpses of Lonavla & Khandala and visit some prominent spots of the location. Visit the Karla Caves & the Bhaja Caves the ancient Buddhist shrines carved out of the rock. Explore the Lohagad an ancient fort rises to an elevation of 1,033m above sea level. Private transport from mumbai will remain on disposal at your services during the trip. We provide local English speaking guide during sightseeing visit to Cave & Fort.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Pick up and drop off from your hotel., 2 Night accommodation in selected category of hotel or similar (standard room), Daily breakfast at hotels, Deluxe air-conditioned private vehicle with English speaking chauffeur as per tour program., 1 Time monuments entrances of sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary., Government licensed English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide)., Bottled water in car, Applicable GST (government taxes).

Exclusions: Any air fare, Camera charges at monuments , Main Meals, Lunch or dinner unless mentioned, Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Or anything not mentioned above.