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Ancient Caves with Temple & Backwater

Mumbai 16 days English Hotel pickup
from $4,145.00 per person · 16 days
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Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the cultural tapestry of India with our "Ancient Caves with Temple & Backwater" itinerary. Begin your adventure in Mumbai, where a city tour unfolds the historical Gateway of India and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya. Fly to Aurangabad for an exploration of the ancient Aurangabad Caves and Bibi Ka Maqbara. Delve into the rich history of Ajanta Caves and Ellora Caves, followed by a flight to Hyderabad.

Highlights

  • Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the cultural tapestry of India with our "Ancient Caves with Temple & Backwater" itinerary
  • Fly to Aurangabad for an exploration of the ancient Aurangabad Caves and Bibi Ka Maqbara
  • Delve into the rich history of Ajanta Caves and Ellora Caves, followed by a flight to Hyderabad
  • Discover the charms of Golconda Fort, Qutub Shahi Tombs, and more
  • Breakfast

What to expect

Discover the charms of Golconda Fort, Qutub Shahi Tombs, and more. Continue your odyssey through Kanchipuram, Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Chidambaram, and Thanjore, unraveling the architectural wonders and cultural delights. The journey culminates in Alleppey, where a houseboat cruise on the enchanting backwaters offers a perfect finale to this extraordinary expedition.

Ways to book it

Tour Price Without Hotels
16 days · We pick customers up · Private · Small group
from $4,145.00per person
Price with 3 star hotels
16 days · We pick customers up · Private · Small group
from $6,400.00per person
Price with 4 star hotels
16 days · We pick customers up · Private · Small group
from $7,804.00per person
Price with 5 star hotels
16 days · We pick customers up · Private · Small group
from $10,683.00per person

What's included

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Assistance on arrival at the airport.
  • 15 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
  • Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
  • Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in the car.
  • Government taxes.
  • Any flight ticket.
  • Camera charges at monuments if any.
  • Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.

Pickup

Pickup arranged by the operator; the exact place and time are confirmed after booking.

Know before you go

Not wheelchair accessible Not suitable for pets Infants must not sit on laps Hotels used or similar Mumbai x 2 nights 3* - Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Hotel Sahil 4* - Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel 5* - Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand Central Aurangabad x 2 nights 3* - 7 Apple Hotel Aurangabad / Ginger Aurangabad 4* - Ambassador Ajanta / VITS Hotel 5* - WelcomHotel Rama International / Lemon Tree Hotel Hyderabad x 2 nights 3* - Aditya Park/ Lemon Tree Hotel 4* - Lemon Tree Hotel/ Fortune Park Vallabha 5* - ITC Kakatiya, a Luxury Collection/ Trident Hotel Chennai x 1 night 3* - Raj Park/ MGM East Woods 4* - The Raintree/ Accord Metropolitan 5* - ITC Grand Chola/ The Leela Palace Pondicherry x 2 night 3* - Shenbaga Hotel/ Annamalai International 4* - Le Pondy/ The Windflower Resort & Spa 5* - Palais De Mahe/ La Villa Thanjore x 1 night 3* - Grand Gardenia/ Oriental Towers 4* - Le Pondy/ The Windflower Resort & Spa 5* - Svatma Trichy x 1 night 3* - Red Fox Hotel/ Grand Gardenia 4* & 5* - Sangam Hotels/ Ideal River View Resort Madurai x 1 night 3* - Astoria by Sparsa/ Madurai’s Residency 4* - GRT Regency/ Fortune Pandiyan Hotel 5* - Heritage Madurai/ The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai Pariyar (Thekkady) x 2 night 3* - Abad Green Forest/ Hotel Treetop 4* - The Elephant Court/ Cardamom County 5* - Spice village/ Cardamom County Alleppey x 1 night 3* - ATDC Houseboat/ Dream Boats 4* - ATDC Houseboat/ Dream Boats 5* - Xandari Riverscapes/ Lakes & Lagoons/ Spice Route Premium As per your flight schedule, coordinated pickup will be arranged from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), Mumbai. A private chauffeur-driven air-conditioned vehicle will be provided for the entire tour. Pickup is also available from all hotels, residences, and other accommodations in Mumbai. Travelers arriving at the airport will be welcomed and assisted by our office executive. Please provide your hotel or flight details at least 3 days before the tour. Office executive and driver contact details will be shared one day prior to the tour.

Cancellation

Non-refundable.

Questions people ask

Where does the Ancient Caves with Temple & Backwater tour start?

The tour begins in Mumbai with a city tour taking in the Gateway of India and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, before flying to Aurangabad.

Which caves are visited on this tour?

The itinerary includes the Aurangabad Caves, the Ajanta Caves and the Ellora Caves.

Does the tour include a houseboat cruise?

Yes, the tour ends in Alleppey with a houseboat cruise on the backwaters.

What is included in the tour price?

Breakfast, lunch and dinner, accommodation, a private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing, an English-speaking guide, monument entrances, bottled water and government taxes are included. Flight tickets are not included.

How many nights does this tour cover and which cities are included?

The tour covers accommodation across Mumbai, Aurangabad, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pondicherry, Thanjore, Trichy, Madurai, Thekkady and Alleppey.

Is airport pickup provided in Mumbai?

Yes, coordinated pickup is arranged from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport according to the traveller's flight schedule, with an office executive welcoming arrivals.

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